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Gokudo

Stylish Japanese restaurant & bar offering craft cocktails, plus traditional snacks & rice bowls.
Downtown
4.5$$
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Gokudo Downtown, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
JapaneseGreat selection of cocktailsNon-alcoholic Drink OptionsResto-Bar
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About

Gokudo serves a curated selection of Japanese culinary staples centered on precision and traditional preparation techniques. The menu highlights expertly sliced sashimi and meticulously crafted nigiri featuring fresh, seasonal seafood selections. Patrons encounter an array of signature maki rolls that balance complex flavor profiles with high quality ingredients sourced for optimal texture. Hot plates include crispy tempura and savory grilled specialties that exemplify technical mastery of regional styles. The interior design emphasizes a minimalist aesthetic, creating an environment focused entirely on the consumption of authentic dishes. Every plate reflects a commitment to culinary consistency and the fundamental principles of Japanese gastronomy, ensuring that the preparation remains true to established methods while highlighting the natural characteristics of each component used in the kitchen.
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Reviews for Gokudo

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on Google4.5 (600+)
*as of 2026-07-01
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Review Summary

Gokudo is widely praised as a hidden gem offering a cozy, atmospheric environment that is perfect for dates or hanging out with friends. Patrons frequently highlight the exceptional quality and creativity of the cocktails, as well as the appealing selection of sake and Japanese whiskey. While the majority of visitors enjoy the friendly service and relaxing vibe, experiences can occasionally vary regarding staff attentiveness and food consistency. Despite some minor criticisms concerning menu variety and payment policies, the establishment remains a popular destination known for its unique aesthetic and skillfully crafted beverages.
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Really cute ambiance. Sometimes. Bit lo g to have someone in the middle of the night but super serviable & good drinks ans little entrees.

Mar 30, 2024
on Google
5.0

Truly the best kept montreal secret.

Feb 28, 2024
on Google

Great place, unique drinks: I personally found the creation a little unbalanced. Amazing place & ambience.

Feb 6, 2024
on Google
5.0

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.

Jan 28, 2024
on Google
5.0

Yummy cocktails & dark intimate atmosphere. I will be back.

Jan 25, 2024
on Google

Came with my bf to celebrate our anniversary! They sat us at the booth but we were extremely close to other people, so they moved us to the bar where we met Jordan. He's from Paris & there was a language barrier bc his English wasn't so good & our French was ..well Gr 9 French lol! Regardless he was so kind & made us really good cocktails, gave us free shots & made our night! He curated cocktails for us based on what we liked, so if you're up for the experience - definitely let him be creative :) we didn't get food bc we came from dinner so I can't really comment on that part!

Jan 20, 2024
on Google

Came last night & sooo very disappointed with the food. The drinks & ambience were good, but don't come for the food. I had the 28$ "poke" & it was sooo bland, the tuna didn't taste like anything, & the shrimps were tiny - the kind you buy frozen from a grocery store just thawed up. I also had the picked veggie appetizer which lacked flavour & was only mildly pickled. Don't waste your money for food here...

Jan 19, 2024
on Google
3.0

We didnt end up coming in. Was told first 10 minutes than after that 15 minutes passed we were told abother 20 minutes & we just left.

Jan 17, 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

The décor is beyond gorgeous, no denying that. The food was good, although the ingredients were fresh & high quality, it felt like it was prepared without love: sushi rolls were falling apart among other things. But the real reason why I take 2 stars off this place is the sake menu. I came to Gokudo with the intention of spending a decent amount on a nice bottle, but when you advertise SAQ sake at 4x the price, how can I trust that the 120$ is worth the price? When I saw the Haiku, which is 16$ at SAQ, priced at 55$ on your menu, I just lost faith. If a restaurant is comfortable being that dishonest, I can't trust any prices or recommendations.

Dec 2, 2023
on Google