Iru Izakaya serves a diverse array of Japanese tapas designed for communal consumption within a focused culinary framework. The menu highlights small plates that emphasize the intersection of traditional techniques and modern Asian flavor profiles. Diners encounter meticulously prepared sashimi, grilled yakitori skewers, and creative sushi rolls that demonstrate technical precision. The culinary approach centers on the balance of textures and the use of seasonal ingredients to build depth in every dish. These plates encourage a shared experience that reflects the vibrant nature of authentic izakaya culture. The interior design mirrors this philosophy by providing a clean, functional space that centers the guest experience on the progression of flavors. Each preparation follows rigorous standards to ensure consistency across the entire selection of cooked and raw offerings available throughout the service.
Iru Izakaya is generally regarded as a vibrant and highly enjoyable destination for those seeking a unique dining experience, with many patrons praising the delicious, flavor-packed dishes and the beautifully presented shared plates. While the atmosphere is frequently described as lively, festive, and perfect for groups, some guests find the environment quite loud or occasionally rushed due to time limits on reservations. Service quality receives mixed feedback; many visitors highlight exceptional, attentive, and professional interactions that made their celebrations memorable, while others report inconsistent pacing, long wait times, or instances of inattentive staff. Although pricing is often perceived as high and portions relatively small, the majority of diners appreciate the quality of the food and the creative cocktail menu, making it a popular recommendation for special occasions despite occasional issues with parking and temperature control.
Très belle découverte ! L'ambiance du restaurant est vraiment agréable & le service est chaleureux. Les plats sont arrivés rapidement & tout était délicieux. On voit que les ingrédients sont frais & bien préparés. Je vais certainement revenir.
Excellent food & a nice casual-chic ambiance, our evening at Iru was very enjoyable, for it was my 3rd time dining here. The choice of cocktails is original, & the plates to share are very good! You do need to think of Iru as a Japanese'pub' because the food is not traditional Asian but rather a North American twist on the typical Asian flavours. It IS very good nonetheless. The service was nice & friendly, albeit we had to chase our host a little bit, which is not a big problem but something I prefer to avoid on a Monday night. The staff was however very attentive in the fact that I had mentioned in my reservation that we were celebrating a birthday & a special dessert was served without us asking for it. It was a very nice touch! Definitely will continue coming to Iru.
Tout était délicieux. Nous avons essayé le menu découverte & ça en vaut la peine. Notre serveur Simon était aussi très sympathique & professionnel.
Je recommande ce restaurant à tous!
Mar 2, 2026
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Super expérience, une première visite pour nous. J'y suis allé avec mon conjoint pour célébrer ma fête & la St-Valentin. La nourriture était excellente, la déco était vraiment belle, nous avons été très bien servi. Le seul point est que c'était très dispendieux, mais ça restera un incontournable pour célébrer des moments spéciaux.
Excellent service. Le serveur était vraiment sympathique & il ne nous pressait pas. On a pu relaxer & profiter du moment.
La nourriture est savoureuse.
Je recommande cet endroit.
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.
