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Imadake Izakaya

Imadake Izakaya brings the authentic energy of Tokyo nightlife to Montreal with an endless parade of Japanese small plates and vibrant pours.

Westmount
4.5$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 5:30 pm
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About

Imadake Izakaya functions as a vibrant Japanese pub characterized by its energetic atmosphere and focus on authentic small plates. The menu highlights a variety of charcoal-grilled skewers alongside hearty bowls of ramen crafted with traditional broths and hand-pulled noodles. Patrons encounter a bustling environment designed to facilitate social interaction through shared platters and frequent orders of beverage pairings. The culinary focus remains centered on classic comfort dishes, ensuring consistent execution of savory proteins and umami-rich preparations. Seating arrangements and communal tables support a high-energy environment typical of authentic drinking establishments. This venue emphasizes the preparation of bold, flavorful bar snacks meant to accompany diverse drink selections while maintaining a distinct focus on Japanese techniques. Every plate reflects a commitment to reliable textures and the authentic seasoning profiles common to traditional grill houses.
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Reviews for Imadake Izakaya

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Service
on Google4.5 (2600+)
*as of 2026-08-01
5★
70%
4★
16%
3★
8%
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Review Summary

Imadake Izakaya is widely recognized as a vibrant and festive destination in Montreal, perfect for group gatherings, birthday celebrations, and those looking to enjoy the iconic sake bomb ritual. Many visitors praise the restaurant for its delicious, authentic Japanese dishes, with the ramen, tempura, cod, and matcha cheesecake frequently highlighted as standout options. While the atmosphere is consistently described as cozy, modern, and energetic, some guests note that the high noise levels and limited seating comfort may not suit everyone. Although the staff is generally noted for being friendly, helpful, and efficient, some experiences reflect inconsistencies in service speed and occasional challenges with small portion sizes relative to the price. Overall, it remains a popular choice for diners seeking a lively, informal social experience with a diverse menu of shareable plates.
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The food there is amazing. I recommend the Cod fish. The service is good. The chairs are uncomfortable. Not a fancy place. Perfect for a date or a casual night hangout. Street parking available.

Apr 16, 2024
on Google

I read that this is one of the best izakayas in Montreal but that was not my experience at all. There wasn't anything authentic about the food & there was something off about every dish. It felt like amateur hour in the kitchen. We ordered a bunch of appetizers & ramen. The "okay" dishes were the shrimp mayo & yukke, though both lacked refinement. The shrimps were big & fried well, but the pieces of nuts were chunky & odd. The yukke was seasoned well but the strands of beef made it look like it had been put through a meat grinder without being cut properly. It was just weird to be eating long, thick stings of beef. Everything else went downhill from there. The karaage was over fried, dry & not juicy. The okonomiyaki was literally pancake batter with a few tiny pieces of tako - it tasted like a bunch of takoyaki flattened into a pancake shape. The gindara cod was cooked well, but it was such a small piece & the marinade was overly sweet with no other flavour. It felt so homecooked. The worst offender was the ramen. We waited so long for this that we weren't really hungry anymore. But this has got to be the worst ramen I've eaten in my life. The broth was so thick & heavy that it tasted more like a stew. The noodles were undercooked & tasted like spaghetti. The chashu slices did not taste fresh. Neither of us could eat more than a few bites because it was just so bad! Honestly, my experience here has scarred me from trying out other Japanese places in Montreal if this is considered one of the "best"...

Apr 7, 2024
on Google

A Wonderful Japanese Izakaya. Delicious food, variety of drink options, sake bombs, great atmosphere. Coat check at the front for easy sitting (chairs do not have backs but are very comfortable). All the staff are amazing. Cant wait to stop back next time I'm in town. Recommend!

Mar 31, 2024
on Google

Notre serveurveuse Nancy était très professionnels & très sympathique. La nourriture est délicieuse, les prix sont raisonnables & le service est très sympathique & attentif.

Mar 30, 2024
on Google

We went to dine in. Was greeted nicely at the start. Food was served at decent times initially. We tried placing the full order at the same time but the server suggested to wait & order once we finish main course. Requested for cutlery that never arrived. Ordered dessert & waited for 50min for them to bring out a cheesecake. We wanted to cancel the dessert & pay & leave. Server kept ignoring us & we kept waiting. Atmosphere was ok. Very crowded & loud but that's expected. Overall a 2 star experience. Wouldn't be coming back with the service we received.

Mar 29, 2024
on Google

My visit to Imadake Izakaya was frustratingly overshadowed by painfully slow service. Orders were taken at a snail's pace, & the wait for food was excruciating, with zero communication from the staff about the delays. Although the food was passable, the service was inexcusably sluggish, souring the entire experience. This restaurant needs to drastically improve its service speed or risk turning away more customers. I am highly disappointed & unlikely to return.

Mar 29, 2024
on Google

Ambiance festive!🥳

Mar 24, 2024
on Google
5.0

Foods really good. Black cod & oyster mushrooms were delicious! Very tender karage chicken. Do not expect big portions. Our service from Ben was phenomenal thank you. We were a large group as well. Extra star for his service!! Liezl

Mar 24, 2024
on Google

Saké / Boom !!! 🤣 🥳🍶🍶

Mar 23, 2024
on Google

Overall very good experience! Food was amazing & staffs were very friendly & funny:)) a speaker at the bar to make the music reach would make it even better tho!

Mar 15, 2024
on Google