Monday

11:30 am - 10:30 pm

Tuesday

11:30 am - 10:30 pm

Wednesday

11:30 am - 10:30 pm

Thursday

11:30 am - 10:30 pm

Friday

11:30 am - 11:30 pm

Saturday

11:30 am - 11:30 pm

Sunday

11:30 am - 10:30 pm

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Gyu-Kaku functions as an interactive Japanese barbecue concept where diners grill premium cuts of meat directly at their tables. The menu highlights a variety of marinated proteins, including signature Harami skirt steak and beef tongue, complemented by a selection of fresh vegetables and traditional appetizers. Each table features a built-in ventilation system designed to maintain air quality during the cooking process. Patrons customize their meal by selecting diverse dipping sauces and side dishes such as miso soup, gyoza, and steamed white rice. The establishment focuses on the communal aspect of tabletop cooking, providing raw ingredients prepared for immediate searing. High-quality beef selections undergo precise marination techniques to enhance tenderness and flavor profiles before reaching the table. This systematic approach ensures a consistent culinary result for individuals engaging with the charcoal grilling equipment during every visit.

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Gyu-Kaku offers an engaging and interactive dining experience that consistently receives praise for its high-quality meats, fresh ingredients, and flavorful marinades. Guests frequently highlight the fun concept of grilling food directly at the table, which makes it a popular choice for birthdays, group gatherings, and date nights. While the atmosphere is described as lively and festive, some visitors note that it can become quite loud during peak hours. The staff is widely commended for being friendly, attentive, and helpful in explaining the menu, especially to those new to Japanese BBQ. Although some patrons find the pricing to be on the higher side and occasionally experience slow service during busy periods, the majority of diners consider the food quality, generous lunch combos, and welcoming service to be well worth the visit.

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Amadou

4.0

Great experience & nice korean bbq spot

Jul 26, 2026

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Jason

5.0

This was our first time going to a Japanese BBQ. Everything was amazing & definitely not our last

Jul 15, 2026

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Kibrom

5.0

We had a wonderful experience at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ! The food was delicious, & the atmosphere was great. What really made our visit special was the outstanding service from our Winnie waitress. She was friendly, attentive, & made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. She checked on us regularly, answered our questions with a smile, & made us feel very welcome. Her excellent customer service truly enhanced our dining experience. We'll definitely be back & highly recommend this restaurant!

Jul 13, 2026

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Paul

5.0

Update 2026-07-04: Still fantastic like restaurant. The wagyu was also excellent.

Original review: Easily my most visited restaurant in Montreal, I highly recommend everyone to pass by Gyu-Kaku if you're looking for an authentic Japanese BBQ experience. They have a wide variety of menu items & also a seasonal menu that includes some nice surprises here & there.

Jul 8, 2026

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Guillaume

5.0

Meilleur BBQ ever!!!

Jul 7, 2026

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5.0

While shopping in downtown MTL for hrs, ever so thrilled to discover this Japanese BBQ restaurant ~ Service was exceptional/ Combo for 2 (Favorite du Chef) was Wow!!!!!

Jun 28, 2026

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Jeffery

5.0

Came here for a birthday dinner & it was such a good time. If you've never done Japanese BBQ before, Gyu-Kaku is a great place to start. You get your own little grill right at the table & cook the meat yourself which sounds simple but honestly makes the whole meal way more fun & interactive. The Harami skirt steak in miso marinade was incredible, easily the highlight of the night. The Kalbi short rib was great too.
The lunch combo is also insane value if you catch it, you get three meats, a salad & miso soup for around $20 which is a steal for the quality you're getting. The garlic fried rice is a must order on the side as well, really packed with flavour.
Staff were super attentive the whole time, changed out our grill without us even having to ask & actually explained the cooking times for each cut of meat which you really appreciate as a first timer. The vibe in there is really lively & fun, great spot for a group. Definitely making this a regular thing.

Jun 3, 2026

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Peravin

5.0

This was such a fun experience !! There are plenty of Japanese Bbq in Montreal. But Gyu Kaku is by far the best. When it comes to quality, price & atmosphere, you really can't beat it. Le the manager is doing a good job with all his staff at this place. Will definitely be back!

May 31, 2026

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Harsha

5.0

Great selection, first time here which was explained, how to order, our waiter was amazing, a bit cold but soon got heated up with the on table BBQ. Amazing menu, we are not eaters of beef but there were many alternatives Thank you for being part of our Montreal experience.

May 29, 2026

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Cecil

5.0

I highly recommend the BBQ lunch menu! The garlic fried rice is packed with flavor, & the meat is delicious.

May 23, 2026

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