Gokudo is described as a cozy cocktail bar with a great vibe and beautifully crafted drinks, making it a popular spot for date nights; the service is generally friendly and efficient with quick food delivery, though a few guests experienced occasional gaps in attention or lines during peak times; the menu features creative cocktails and a solid selection of sake and Japanese whiskey, with some items praised for originality and others criticized for limited food options or being pricey; overall the experience is considered worth revisiting, with the atmosphere and quality of drinks often standing out despite evolving staff or management and a cashless policy that can complicate payments.
One of a hidden gem for drinks in the city. Went here with my buddies to have a good time. The server was very nice & friendly. I forgot to take a picture my drink, but here is a bottle that we ordered & liked.
Sep 11, 2024
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This is a dark & sultry Japanese bar. It's perfect for a date or tryst. The cocktail menu is interesting & there's a good selection of sakes & sojus. A bar menu has a few mediocre bites. Service is cute but forgetful. Most people will love Gokudo because it seems like a hidden discovery.
Jun 20, 2024
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I really enjoyed the experience I had at this bar. The service was polite & friendly, the interior decoration was remarkable & quite lovely, the drinks were fantastic & not too expensive. At least for the prices they charge, it was decent. My favourite thing about this bar is probably the fact that we had plenty of space at our table & around our table. It felt really spacious for once & we could really enjoy our drinks & talking to each other. The noise level was also just right, the music playing wasn't too loud or too quiet. The main downside however is probably that there is a longer wait time compared to a lot of other places. This comes back to the generous amount of space they give to each customer so there are less seats in consequence. But, I do feel like the wait time was worth it because I had an amazing time inside the bar.
May 6, 2024
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Un magnifique "speakeasy" à l'ambiance japonisante. Les cocktails sont très bon, la décoration très belle & la musique a un volume parfait. On s'entends parler. Le service est professionnel & sympathique. J'y retournerais !
Gokudo is a wonderful place to hang out & relax on a couch with friends & a drink. Beautiful atmosphere with excellent service! It's best to go early though, say around 5pm or so, when it's less crowded, less noisy & much more comfortable for quiet discussion. I couldn't say that the cocktails are the best in town, & the food is good but nothing to rave about, but it's lots of fun, especially if you want to show friends from out of town a good time. Recently, I tried the Wagyu Shot, which was fine, but didn't blow my mind. I wish they were less westernized in taste, & had more of a Japanese hit of flavour, with a spice of wasabi.
Great place for those are looking to live the Japanese experience in downtown Montreal. For those who don't know, they have no reservations, so you have to wait for your turn to get in, the waiting ro6om is cool with Japanese decos, we've got served tea. I've enjoyed the cocktails, Gempei. I will definitely comeback to Gokudo.
