Les avis décrivent Ichigo Ichie Izakaya comme une adresse japonaise raffinée et très prisée, offrant une carte riche en plats à partager, en ramen et en udon, et des desserts appréciés; la cuisine est globalement excellente et les plats variés et savoureux, avec des favoris comme le tartare de thon yuzu, le hamachi fondant et le gindara black cod; l'ambiance est chic et chaleureuse, avec une décoration soignée et des murs inspirés d'art asiatique, mais le lieu peut être bruyant et les tables serrées, ce qui peut rendre l'expérience moins confortable pour certaines personnes; le service est généralement chaleureux et efficace, mais des retours évoquent des périodes de lenteur et une coordination imparfaite lors des soirées très fréquentées et des soucis liés aux réservations ou à l'accès au ramen; les prix sont souvent jugés élevés par rapport aux portions, même si la qualité et l'expérience restent largement saluées; pour profiter pleinement, il est fortement recommandé de réserver à l'avance et de partager plusieurs plats, en explorant à la fois les tapas japonais et les options de boissons et de desserts, les avis mettant en avant des cocktails et des desserts comme le tiramisu ou les monaka aisu.
Une soirée parfaite, c'est Sue au service, toujours disponible & respectueuse de ses invités. C'est aussi Maximilien, maître de notre hydratation & plein de petites attentions. Ce sont des plats exquis préparés avec soins & tous aussi délicieux les uns que les autres. Des classiques, des trucs de saisons, un pur délice. Ça vient de déloger le top 1 des Izakaya qu'on avait essayés jusqu'à maintenant... une carte de Sake aussi différente, une petite attention à la fin du repas, merci Sue. Coup de coeur... tartare de boeuf & croustilles wasabi. À améliorer? Faites simplement garder cette cadence!
Came here for dinner, food was yummy. The saumon tartare, yellowfin tuna, & chicken bao buns were my favourite dishes of the night. Cocktails were also good. From seeing the rest of the restaurant I think the ramen is really the highlight.
As the restaurant is quite big & there's only 1 bar it takes a big longer to get the cocktails. Also the inside is very cute & has little stools to fit the vibe, however they aren't very comfortable.
Overall a nice spot!
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Last night I went to Ichigo Ichie Izakaya, a Japanese izakaya in Montreal whose name translates to'this time only'… a reminder that every moment, & every meal, is meant to be experienced fully. It's written right on the menu, & somehow the food actually lives up to that philosophy.
I was there with my friend Farzy, who was invited to shoot content for the restaurant. She brought me along because I'm a hand model, a food lover, & honestly… we just always have a good time together. That energy matters. The night felt relaxed, unrushed, & very present.
We ordered a mix of cold dishes, hot plates, & noodles.
The Yuzu tuna tataki was bright & clean, with just enough citrus to wake up your palate without overpowering the fish.
The hamachi was the standout for me… genuinely melt-in-your-mouth, silky, & balanced. One of those dishes that makes you pause between bites.
For hot dishes, we shared the yakiniku épicé. I loved the flavor & the spicy sauce, but the cut itself was a bit too fatty for my personal taste. Still good, just chewier than what I usually go for.
The gindara (black cod), on the other hand, was everything you want it to be… buttery, delicate, & deeply comforting. Beware of the fish bones though…
We also tried the carbonara udon. I'll be honest, I'm not an udon noodle girl. I prefer thinner, less chewy noodles. But the flavor was nice. The bacon pieces were thick, crispy, & cubed nicely. Farzy asked for Japanese BBQ sauce on the side & we drizzled it over for a bit of sweetness, which made the dish work much better for me. That's something I appreciate… being able to tweak a dish to your taste at the table.
For drinks, I had the Shiso Sour, which was refreshing & light… the kind of cocktail that cuts through rich dishes really well.
Farzy had the Mango Majin Buu in the mocktail version, which looked fruity , refreshing , & fun.
There is always room for dessert even when you are stuffed so even though my jeans were tighter around my stomach at this point we decided to order a sweet treat. The tiramisu was great… it was light , creamy, & balanced, not overly sweet, the kind that feels comforting without being heavy. The monaka aisu, with its crisp wafer shell, red bean mochi , & green tea ice cream, was cool, delicate, & quietly satisfying.
The space itself is intimate, with small tables set fairly close together, so it can get lively & a bit loud as the night goes on. That said, I loved the atmosphere. The decor is beautiful, with murals of geishas & Asian-inspired artwork lining the walls, giving the room a warm, transportive feel. It's the kind of place where the energy feels buzzing rather than chaotic… especially if you enjoy being surrounded by conversation & movement.
One thing I noticed quickly is that Ichigo Ichie is connected to the Michelin-recognized ramen spot Yokato Yokabai Ramen, & you can customize a ramen as part of the experience. A lot of tables around us were ordering ramen alongside the izakaya dishes.
Service was warm, the pacing felt intentional, & the menu offers something for different tastes… whether you love rich dishes, lighter bites, or playful cocktails & mocktails.
I share local gems & cultural eats over on IG @foxyappetite & Tik tok @foxy.appetite, & this one truly earned its place.
Last night I went to Ichigo Ichie Izakaya, a Japanese izakaya in Montreal whose name translates to'this time only'… a reminder that every moment, & every meal, is meant to be experienced fully. It's written right on the menu, & somehow the food actually lives up to that philosophy.
I was there with my friend Farzy, who was invited to shoot content for the restaurant. She brought me along because I'm a hand model, a food lover, & honestly… we just always have a good time together. That energy matters. The night felt relaxed, unrushed, & very present.
We ordered a mix of cold dishes, hot plates, & noodles.
The Yuzu tuna tataki was bright & clean, with just enough citrus to wake up your palate without overpowering the fish.
The hamachi was the standout for me… genuinely melt-in-your-mouth, silky, & balanced. One of those dishes that makes you pause between bites.
For hot dishes, we shared the yakiniku épicé. I loved the flavor & the spicy sauce, but the cut itself was a bit too fatty for my personal taste. Still good, just chewier than what I usually go for.
The gindara (black cod), on the other hand, was everything you want it to be… buttery, delicate, & deeply comforting. Beware of the fish bones though…
We also tried the carbonara udon. I'll be honest, I'm not an udon noodle girl. I prefer thinner, less chewy noodles. But the flavor was nice. The bacon pieces were thick, crispy, & cubed nicely. Farzy asked for Japanese BBQ sauce on the side & we drizzled it over for a bit of sweetness, which made the dish work much better for me. That's something I appreciate… being able to tweak a dish to your taste at the table.
For drinks, I had the Shiso Sour, which was refreshing & light… the kind of cocktail that cuts through rich dishes really well.
Farzy had the Mango Majin Buu in the mocktail version, which looked fruity , refreshing , & fun.
There is always room for dessert even when you are stuffed so even though my jeans were tighter around my stomach at this point we decided to order a sweet treat. The tiramisu was great… it was light , creamy, & balanced, not overly sweet, the kind that feels comforting without being heavy. The monaka aisu, with its crisp wafer shell, red bean mochi , & green tea ice cream, was cool, delicate, & quietly satisfying.
The space itself is intimate, with small tables set fairly close together, so it can get lively & a bit loud as the night goes on. That said, I loved the atmosphere. The decor is beautiful, with murals of geishas & Asian-inspired artwork lining the walls, giving the room a warm, transportive feel. It's the kind of place where the energy feels buzzing rather than chaotic… especially if you enjoy being surrounded by conversation & movement.
One thing I noticed quickly is that Ichigo Ichie is connected to the Michelin-recognized ramen spot Yokato Yokabai Ramen, & you can customize a ramen as part of the experience. A lot of tables around us were ordering ramen alongside the izakaya dishes.
Service was warm, the pacing felt intentional, & the menu offers something for different tastes… whether you love rich dishes, lighter bites, or playful cocktails & mocktails.
Depuis plus de 5 ans c'est ma destination pour des ramen & a chaque fois cest un sans faute. Un restaurant authentique qui serra répondre a vos attentes!
Excellente adresse pour les amateurs de ramen ! Les plats sont délicieux & de très grande qualité, probablement parmi les meilleurs de Montréal selon moi. Le restaurant est propre, le personnel est sympathique & professionnel, le service est rapide & les prix sont très corrects pour la qualité offerte. Une expérience toujours excellente que je recommande sans hésiter !
I'd like to start by answering the main question: is this restaurant worth the hype? Unfortunately, no.
We showed up around 7:40pm on a Saturday night & only got a table at 9:15pm. Thankfully, they have a system where you can check in & get a text when your table is ready, but the fact that they don't take reservations is already a bit of a deal breaker for me.
The decor is great & really gives you the feeling of being in Japan. The atmosphere is lively & energetic rather than intimate. Service-wise, the staff was friendly & welcoming, although they clear plates extremely quickly, which makes the whole experience feel rushed. The restaurant is quite large, but tables are packed closely together, so if you're looking for something more intimate, this isn't the right place.
Food-wise, we tried the Takoyaki, which seems to be popular. It was tasty, but you're supposed to get octopus inside & we found only a tiny piece. We also got the Karaage chicken which, to my taste, felt like basic breaded chicken-nothing special.
As for the ramen, the broth was delicious & there were plenty of noodles. However, 20 minutes after placing our order, we were told they had run out of eggs & that our ramen would be eggless. Honestly, that was a big disappointment. The ramen itself was good, but not incredible-& definitely not worth the long wait.
When we got the bill, the eggs weren't removed from the price. I'm not going to fight over $1, but it's a matter of respect & honesty toward customers.
One last thing worth mentioning: going out to restaurants has gotten incredibly expensive lately, so I was pleasantly surprised that we could enjoy drinks & a full meal at a reasonable price. That was definitely a nice touch.
Came here for the hype & wasn't disappointed. We went on a Friday night & yes the wait is real (1 hour). Service was great.
We sat upstairs & it started out somewhat calm/casual music but it got really loud quick once filled up. Only 1 bathroom stall for entire upstairs.
Food wise, I'd avoid the karaage as tasted bland. Takoyaki & ramen was delish. Get the ravioli add-on. The $7 pumpkin pudding was worth it.
Craving for udon! I got a carbonara udon which is served with bacon, soft-boiled egg & cheese. It's not too creamy or heavy, just perfect to balance with salty bacon. I would need more udon to finish the sauce 🤤 This restaurant shares the area with Yokato Yokabai ramen. So 2 menus will be offered. Come early to have a seat or they also have a good system to book on a tablet & notify you once your table is ready.
14 janv. 2026
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Nous étions un groupe de 6 personnes & nous avions été accueillis par une jeune dame tres aimable.Excellente cuisine japonaise,ce fut un délice de déguster les ramens d'excellentes qualités & a son choix,les cocktails aussi sont délicieux.Service rapide.
Stumbled upon this place on our Montreal trip & the Ramen was delicious!!! ♥? amazing staff. There was a bit of a wait but they let us hang out upstairs so we don't have to wait in the cold. Cocktails were yummy as well.
