Funky & Cool Japanese bistro/Izakaya in Montreal! Biiru is a nice Japanese bistro located downtown, on City Councillors Street, hidden in the shadow of St-James church, a few steps from Ste-Catherine Street. The chef is pleased to offer traditional and refined dishes; you will enjoy the tender and juicy pork chops, marinated in a caramelized sauce. They just melt in your mouth! The tempura vegetables, cooked to perfection, are irresistible. In short, the menu leaves you speechless as its specialties are one better than the other. You will also find a variety of delicious tapas, ideal for enjoying as appetizers! The friendly and courteous staff will be happy to welcome you and promise you an excellent Happy Hour with friends or colleagues. Enjoy tasty specialties at this lovely bistro, very appreciated by its customers!
Reviews paint Biiru as a lively, stylish izakaya in downtown Montreal with a warm, attentive staff and a vibrant, shareable menu that blends Japanese izakaya flavors with a touch of fusion. The food earns frequent praise for quality and variety, with standout dishes such as okonomiyaki, karaage, salmon tartare, gyoza, ribs and tataki noted for flavorful sauces and inventive twists. The service is repeatedly highlighted as friendly, capable and efficient, even on busy nights, though a few comments mention occasional pacing issues or variability. The terrace is a recurring favorite, described as cosy and well heated, offering a pleasant alternative to indoor dining. Some reviewers find portions small for the price and note that prices can be high, but many feel the overall experience, food, drinks, ambience and service, justifies the cost. There is a strong appeal to sampling a wide range of tapas style dishes, with reservations often recommended due to demand. A couple of notes mention the minor exclusion policy, suggesting booking communications could be clarified. Overall, Biiru is framed as a go to spot for fans of Japanese tapas with dependable quality and a friendly, lively vibe.
Une superbe soirée, un restaurant a découvrir ! La nourriture est incroyable ! Le service impeccable ! Le décors & l'ambiance est génial ! Tout ce que j'ai manger était vraiment délicieux, mais jai eu un faible pour les yakitori d'aiguilles & le brocolis japonais !
Superbe expérience. Tout près de la Place des arts, donc un très bon choix avant un spectacle. Le service était impeccable & le menu dégustation pour deux personnes était très généreux & délicieux. Les cocktails étaient aussi excellents. Je le recommande!
Dec 7, 2025
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Quelle belle expérience chez Biiru. La nourriture était délicieuse, & le service était excellent. Les plats sont assez généreux pour le prix. L'ambiance est vraiment agréable aussi.
A wonderful experience every time. Cosy ambience, friendly service by people who like what they do, the quality of the food & flavours perfect, as always.
A wonderful experience every time. Cosy ambience, friendly service by people who like what they do, the quality of the food & flavours perfect, as always.
A wonderful experience every time. Cosy ambience, friendly service by people who like what they do, the quality of the food & flavours perfect, as always.
Nov 28, 2025
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C'était ma première fois au Biiru & tout était parfait! les mets servis étaient délicieux & nous avons reçu un excellent service. Je recommande fortement ce resto!
