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Gokudo

Stylish Japanese restaurant & bar offering craft cocktails, plus traditional snacks & rice bowls.
Downtown
4.5$$
OPEN6 pm - 2 am
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Gokudo Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
JapaneseGreat selection of cocktailsNon-alcoholic Drink OptionsResto-Bar
Japanese Cocktail bar hidden behind a small japanese fish shack/Chirashi counter!

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Reviews for Gokudo

Food
Service
on Google4.5 (600+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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70%
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Review Summary

Gokudo is described as a cozy, hidden bar with an intimate vibe, low lighting and music that lets guests talk easily while enjoying craft cocktails. Reviews highlight creative, well balanced cocktails, a solid selection of sake and Japanese whiskey, and friendly, attentive service that makes a welcoming impression. Atmosphere is repeatedly praised as suitable for date nights and relaxed evenings, with a stylish yet unobtrusive decor and a discreet entrance adding to the charm. However, some notes point to inconsistent service, with staff who are very helpful and others less engaged, and peak times that can bring lines and slower pacing. Food receives mixed feedback, with certain bites praised while others are described as not as fresh or generously portioned for the price. Payment can be cashless only, a surprise to some guests that was not always mentioned in advance. Overall the venue remains a standout for cocktails and ambiance, drawing strong praise across many reviews despite the occasional tradeoffs.
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Great vibe & drinks!

Jan 25, 2026
on Google

Awesome vibes! Andrea is a great mixologist. Great date night spot!

Dec 12, 2025
on Google

Amazing cocktail bar with a cozy vibe & beautifully crafted drinks. Andrea, Fan, & Hinako are the best super friendly, talented, & always make you feel welcome. If you want great cocktails & great service, this place is a must-visit.

Nov 28, 2025
on Google

Great music, good food, nice vibe

Apr 11, 2025
on Google

Really cozy vibe & the music is not too loud or overstimulating so you can actually have a conversation. Great service too, the server was always there right when we needed her! The food & drinks were tasty & came very quickly

Apr 3, 2025
on Google

While the drinks & vibes of the restaurant & really cool. The service here was not good. Our servers were very slow & rude. We were a larger group & it felt like they didn't want us there.

Jan 9, 2025
on Google

Very nice spot for dates & more of a chill vibes. Jordan at the bar was amazing, knew his drinks & alcohol. He was able to make us discover new alcohol & remixed a drink according to our taste buds. Would recommend to sit at the bar & be served by him.

Oct 19, 2024
on Google

Small cocktail & saké bar. Has a speakeasy vibe. Very cute. The cocktail we tried were very great & all original, with multiple layer of flavor's. Haven't tried the food.

Sep 29, 2024
on Google

Fun speakeasy with great drinks & vibe.

Jun 18, 2024
on Google

I had a great time at this Japanese restaurant & bar. The ambiance & the vibe were really nice & relaxing. The music was not too loud & suited the mood. The food was delicious & authentic. I especially enjoyed the Sake & the Maki. The service was awesome & attentive. The staff were friendly & helpful. They made sure we had everything we needed. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who loves Japanese cuisine & drinks.

Jan 11, 2024
on Google

Beautiful speakeasy. The outside was subtle—mainly black windows with a lantern near the door. Inside, the lighting was very dim, the decore was cozy yet mysterious. We got there close to opening on a Friday & it had a good amount of early birds there for a nice vibe. The drinks were great & service was very attentive. I felt like I was in Tokyo. Such a cool place to visit!

Sep 19, 2023
on Google
exorchan
12 Reviews
5.0

Super cool cocktail bar! It has a japanese vibe with some japanese inspired snacks that we didn't try. We just had cocktails. But they were amazing!!! Sooo tasty, prepared with care, slightly surprising, good quantity, not stingy on the alcohol. 5 star service from the barman as well!

Jun 19, 2018