Overall, reviews of Iru Izakaya highlight a stylish, open kitchen vibe, fresh and flavorful dishes, and creative cocktails that guests enjoy. The menu experience and tapas style sharing are widely praised, with many finding the food inventive and well presented, and portions generous enough to share while some call the prices a bit high for the value. Service is described as attentive and friendly by many, though a few notes mention slow or uneven service during busy times and some staff variations. The atmosphere is repeatedly described as welcoming, vibrant yet cozy, with a note that parking can be challenging in some locations. Several guests celebrate special occasions with birthday desserts and sake bombs, and the wine and cocktail lists are appreciated. Vegetarian options exist but may be limited, and one vegetarian dish was noted as extremely spicy. A few noodle or ramen dishes were viewed as underwhelming, and some appetizers were considered small or pricey. Overall, Iru Izakaya seems worth a visit for those seeking a lively izakaya experience with strong flavors and a chic ambiance, with a caveat about price and occasional service inconsistency.
This place is great for people who eat meat, but there are very limited options for vegetarians or vegans when it comes to main dishes. Even if you request simple substitutions-like replacing meat with tofu or adding an extra egg-they're not very accommodating. They're willing to remove items, but any replacement comes with an additional charge.
I was also disappointed to see that they don't offer any vegetarian ramen options, & even the broths are beef-based.
Visited last night with family & friends. Despite the restaurant not being busy, we waited more than an hour for our food. Overall, the quality didn't meet expectations for its price. the Iru ramen was overly salty, & the mazemen was surprisingly sweet. All 5 of us did not finished our plate. Wont go back
May 6, 2026
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J'ai commandé un ramen en livraison, il était incroyable. L'experience culinaire surpassait mes attentes, j'ai hate de venir essayer vos repas sur place 🙌
J'ai adoré & je pense déjà à y retourner! Tout était très bon : les dumplings de boeuf, les brochettes de boeuf, la trempette au crabe, les ramens, les tacos au sushi, le poulet karaage & le riz collant. Pour essayer plusieurs plats, je recommande d'être minimum 2. Il y a plusieurs cocktails japonais, mais aussi la possibilité de demander des cocktails classiques. Parmi tous les choix, certains sont végétariens ou sans gluten. Il est possible d'avoir les tapas en deux services différents & l'attente n'est pas longue. C'est vrai que les prix sont un peu cher, mais pour la qualité des plats, ça vaux la peine. Il y a un stationnement payant proche du restaurant, sinon il y a la possibilité de se stationner dans la rue, mais les places sont limitées.
Ordered a ramen & was asked if I wanted it spicy. Little did I know, it was an extra $3 on the bill. Feels very dishonest. Level of authenticity not really there either.
Experience honnête, sans plus. Service lent & non personnalisé, loin d'être la hauteur des prix sur place. Sashimis inégaux ( Thon rouge encore à 30% congelé ). Ramen moyen.
Points positifs : -Excellent dumplings au foie gras
-Excellent steak de contre-filet
-Très bonne brochette de langue de boeuf
-Bonne présentation des plats
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.
Excellent service. La nourriture était bonne. Par contre mon ramen n'avais aucun bouillon, donc qu'un bol de pâtes avec crevettes, les pétoncles ne semblaient pas suffisamment cuit non plus. Il y a aussi le dessert, le gâteau au fromage, que j'ai trouvais qui était un petit peu trop riche au goût (Genre de goût, trop crémeux & non léger) ce qui rendait difficile de le manger complètement.
Apr 30, 2025
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I felt like I was in Ginza! An uplifting environment where they serve scrumptious octopus balls & the best Ramen & Sake bombs. Located in the REM stop so no need even to drive from Montreal. However on a Canadiens Playoff Hockey Night the service was a bit slowed down
Deco super, confort correct repas excellent juste le boeuf un peu chouchou ds m ramen & nous avions reserve pensant avoir une table & on nous a assignee au comptoir du bar!
Nous avions des excellentes entrées dans la section à partager, mais les ramens dans la section plat principal, n'était pas bon du tout malheureusement. Le service laissait à désirer, nos verres étaient toujours vides. La serveuse n'est pas revenue nous demander si nos plats étaient à notre goût, donc sur 6 plats principaux, 4 personnes n'ont pas toucher à leur assiette. Bref, ce fût décevant, car nous avions eue une excellente première expérience lors de notre dernière visite. Rapport qualité/prix : beaucoup trop cher pour ce que nous avons reçu en terme service/nourriture.
Oct 13, 2024
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Nous avons adoré l'ambiance du resto. C'est très beau & propre. Nous avons eu un excellent service. Nous avons été un peu déçu de nos plats de ramen mais tous les autres entrées que nous avons pris étaient excellentes. Nous y retournerons certainement.
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 !!
I came here when I was staying at the courtyard hotel & the food wasn't that good I ordered the Ramen & I did not taste good only thing good really was the fried chicken wouldn't really recommend this place I would rather go to a different restaurant & the price is pretty expensive.
Great food - gyoza & coliflower were both very fresh & tasty, ramen ingredients was amazing but the broth was slightly underwhelming. Amazing & kind service! Would definitely go back!
