Reviewers consistently praise Iru Izakaya for warm, attentive service and a lively yet refined atmosphere that evokes a Tokyo izakaya, with an open kitchen and stylish decor. The food is described as delicious and inventive, featuring shareable plates, dumplings, wagyu, octopus, ramen and sushi-inspired dishes, while the cocktail and sake programs are frequently highlighted. Many guests appreciate the menu formats such as discovery and experience, which offer a broad tasting and are often cited as ideal for celebrations or group dinners. Pricing is routinely noted as on the higher side, but the consensus is that quality and presentation justify the cost, despite some comments about small portions or occasional inconsistency. A few critiques mention slower service for cocktails or busy periods, and a handful of dishes that did not meet expectations or felt less authentic. Overall, Iru Izakaya is described as a standout choice on the south shore for groups, special occasions, or a casual night out, with repeat visits and broad praise for the food and ambiance.
Superbe soirée au Iru Izakaya, nous avons eu la banquette demandée pour l'anniversaire d'une amie. Supers cocktails & tous nos tapas japonais étaient excellents! Une très belle soirée encore une fois!
Great Izakaya. The service is wonderful & the food is delicious but pricy. The only real complaint is the weird SAKE yell at other people's table. It truly ruins your romantic experience.
Jan 5, 2026
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Great atmosphere & delicious food! The dishes were fresh, flavorful, & beautifully presented. Excellent service & a cozy izakaya vibe. Definitely coming back!
Après 4 visites, je peux confirmer l'excellente qualité de cet Izakaya. La qualité de la nourriture est excellent & le service très attentionné. Le décor est exceptionnel. Je le recommande sans aucune hésitation.
EDIT 1 : Toujours aussi super comme endroit après plusieurs visites supplémentaires suivant ma 1ere évaluation. Je recommande encore vivement !
Its very rare in these times to deliver delicious food & good customer service in hospitality industry, but Iru Izakaya does the best of both worlds. I am really impressed by the service whether it's a pickup or dine-in. The atmosphere & the staff are very elegant. Highly recommend this place !!
Iru Izakaya in Brossard is fantastic! Delicious food, beautiful presentation, & a cozy atmosphere. The staff is very friendly, & the whole experience was excellent. Highly recommend!
Ma famille & moi avons beaucoup apprécié notre souper au Iru Izakaya. Les plats étaient excellents & le service aussi. Le seul hic est un peu la lenteur dans la gestion des clients, mais on ne peut leur en vouloir, ils font vraiment de leur mieux.
Aug 9, 2025
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Honestly a really fun & nice Izakaya. Staff were awesome & super helpful offering both help & recommendations. Quick turn around on food & not too pricey for what the quality provides.
J'ai pris le menu découverte, tout est bon mais pas excellent. Je m'attendais à plus de saveur, plus de surprises & finalement c'est très classique comme goût. Même trop classique. Je pense que mes attentes étaient trop grandes ou alors IRU essaie juste de surfer sur la vague des izakaya. Il y a deux plats qui m'ont que même beaucoup plus : la gaufre avec haricot rouge & le boeuf sur pierre chaude. Le service était plutôt lent. Le prix dépasse 90 dollars si vous prenez une boisson & un dessert. Malgré tout, je vais y retourner car d'autres produits sur la carte ont attiré ma curiosité. Aussi, l'ambiance du restaurant est vraiment sympa.
Jul 2, 2025
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I had dinner at this restaurant recently. The food was okay-honestly, a bit disappointing, though that may be due to my high expectations when it comes to Izakaya-style dining.
As for the service, it was a mixed experience. There was one server who truly stood out: a kind, attentive young woman with a lovely smile & beautiful hair. Her warmth & professionalism made a real difference in my evening.
On the other hand, the bald female server was quite the opposite-dismissive & inattentive. While she seemed to interact normally with other tables, she consistently ignored my table when I needed assistance or wanted to place an order. I can't say for sure what her reasons were (maybe racism) , but her attitude left a very negative impression.
Honestly, if it weren't for the sweetheart server, this review would have been much harsher. I sincerely hope tips go directly all to her- I would have tipped 20%, she truly deserved it. But since it's shared with that bald female server, I only tipped 15%.
Overall, I wouldn't recommend this restaurant. I've had much better Izakaya elsewhere. For example, Yama offers better taco maki, & many other places serve higher-quality sashimi on rice & shareable dishes at similar price points. Next time, I'll be dining elsewhere.
Sharing plates were good. Have had better Izakaya in Montreal. Main, not great. Seemed it was under heat warmer for too long. Ramen noodles had soaked up all broth by time it came to table. Service- forgot to submit order for additional starter, plus submitted incorrect order. Steak instead of ribs. Overall won't be returning.
Iru Izakaya est un restaurant qui propose une cuisine japonaise savoureuse dans une ambiance conviviale. Cependant, les prix peuvent être considérés comme un peu élevés pour la qualité globale, & une certaine inconsistance dans la nourriture & le service a été notée. Si vous recherchez une expérience izakaya authentique & que le prix n'est pas votre principal critère, Iru Izakaya peut valoir le détour. Néanmoins, il est important d'être conscient que le rapport qualité-prix pourrait ne pas être optimal pour certains.
I've ordered 2 calamari which the picture on the menu show a average size one, ai received 2 tiny calamari, ordered the tuna tataki salad, the tuna was grainy & gritty, barely any taste, ordered several other things & overall the food experience wasn't that good, I've been to several Izakaya & this is my least favorite one. So sad because I was going there for a proposal dinner with ally family. Disappointed that's the word that comes to mind. Wouldn't go again.
The food was great, portions a bit on the small side but remember: this is an Izakaya: like Japanese tapas, but good flavor, we had a complementary matcha ice cream along with waffles for the birthday girl: thanks!!
Excellent service & nourriture délicieuse. Le "Ramen Iru" ... un des meilleurs Ramen, en dehors du Japon, que j'ai dégusté. Vais-je y retourner? Ho que oui !! Je recommande IRU Izakaya !!
Un des meilleurs izakaya que je suis allé, beau décors ,belle ambiance & très bonne bouffe. Nous avons adoré les calmars grillés & surtout le Yakiniku. La nourriture en général était très bonne. Le personnel était très attentif, professionel & sympathique. Merci à Jean-François & son équipe . Nous y retournerons!!!
Mon copain & moi sommes allé dîner au Iru izakaya & sommes très satisfaits! La nourriture était excellente sans parler du service que Félix nous a offert ! Le montant total de notre facture était très raisonnable. À essayer !
