Reviews describe Iru Izakaya as a vibrant, modern Japanese brasserie with neon lighting and a lively atmosphere near the Quartier des Spectacles. The service is praised as warm and attentive, with many experiences feeling special, though busy evenings can slow things down. The menu offers generous sharing plates including sushi, gyoza, ribs, duck fried rice and sashimi, and many dishes are noted for flavor, presentation and freshness, while some ramen and fried items receive mixed feedback and a few dishes feel heavy or salty. The discovery and experience menus are frequently highlighted as a good way to sample a wide range of dishes, with standout bites and strong sake bombs and cocktails that enhance the celebratory vibe. Price is sometimes cited as high for portions or value, and a few critics feel the kitchen leans more toward tapas style than traditional Japanese, but overall the experience is described as delicious, entertaining and memorable. The ambiance and decor blend traditional Japanese elements with modern neon, making it a popular spot for groups and dates alike, with plans to return to try more on the menu.
INCREDIBLE dining experience. What does good portions were perfection, plated beautifully, & the flavor profiles were just right. Nothing to overpowering. The sauces. Weren't too salty or strong or intense while still providing excellent support for the dishes. We had the tasting menu for Two & I highly recommend recommended. I have multiple allergies & they were incredibly accommodating making sure to provide suitable options. Danielle was our server & she knocked it out of the park.
We had a great experience, & our server Anas(I hope I spelled his name correctly) really made the difference. He was kind, attentive, & always made sure we were comfortable. The service was truly excellent! Highly recommend!
Apr 28, 2026
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I went here with my gf on our anniversary trip for a nice lunch & the food was spectacular. Highly recommend the'POKURIBU' its pork ribs & a lot of portion for an appetizer!
Anand was also super friendly, helpful & amazing to serve us. Took the time to explain portion sizes & what is recommended when I asked.
Do come here for lunch or dinner the vibe is nice might be busy at weekends or dinner time! But good vibes, music & lighting!
Good food but small portions for the price. I would recommend softer lighting for a better ambience. Our waitress was great, when she came to our table, but took a long time to get our order, remove plates etc. I dont know if she had too many tables or just distracted.
The Discovery menú is Great
The ambience is amazing
But the best part about this place was the great service by Laurence, she was just vey nice & friendly
Love it
Definitely I would recommend it
Un peu overpriced. On a pris le menu a 50$/personne, ce qui fait 6 tapas à partager à 2, pour 100$ au total. Overall un peu déçue, je pense pas y revenir. Si jamais je reviens je commanderai à la carte.
1e service : mauvais
- 5 gyoza whatever, ceux du Costco sont meilleurs sérieux
- peau de poulet frit : pas aimé du tout, on dirait qu'ils ont pas voulu s'embêter a faire du karaage parce que c'est dur, fait qu'ils ont pris des peaux de poulet a la place. Dipping edamame OK
2e service : pas mal
- choux fleurs frits sauce gochujang : j'ai vraiment beaucoup aimé !
- 2 brochettes de boeuf : pas mal, mais c'est pas trop mon truc
3e service : vraiment bon !
- morue avec sauce au miso : super bon, poisson bien cuit. Manque un peu de sel. La sauce est bien salée mais c'est difficile à doser
- riz frit au canard : c'était bon! C'est le plat qui nous a rempli le ventre pour être honnête, sinon on allait partir en ayant encore faim.
Cocktails :
Ko kitsune : bien aimé ! La tranche de peau de pamplemousse fait vraiment une différence, je recommande
Shiso old fashioned : trop fort, c'est quasi comme un shot mais en un peu plus gros. C'est pas trop ce que j'aime personnellement
Déco : super cool, c'est le point fort de cet izakaya !
Apr 2, 2026
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Nous avons mangé la entres amis y'a deux jours & la nourriture était vraiment bonne, & les drinks aussi 🍹on a pris ses shot & le serveur Hanad était vraiment dynamique ça a rendu l'expérience plus fun! Je recommande pour date ou groupe d'amis!
Ma femme & moi avons vécu une expérience extraordinaire au Iru Izakaya. La nourriture était impeccable, l'ambiance à couper le souffle & mention spéciale à notre fabuleuse serveuse, Laurence, qui était autant à l'écoute & créative au niveau de ses recommandations. N'hésitez surtout pas à demander qu'elle soit votre serveuse, vous n'allez pas le regretter!!
Mar 11, 2026
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Notre serveuse était Laurence (je vous la recommande ). Elle a amener de l'énergie au shaker boom. Les huître était incroyable & leur nouille aussi. Nos cocktail était esquissé,comme je les aimes. Je vous recommande ce restaurent pour des gros groupe
Super cuisine, service encore meilleur. Laurence était notre serveuse & a vraiment fait la différence souriante, efficace & manifestement passionnée par le resto. Connaît le menu sur le bout des doigts & sait très bien conseiller. Le genre de service qui transforme un bon repas en une excellente soirée. Fortement recommandé!
Le serveur que nous avons eu était très serviable & aimable, la nourriture était un délice absolu! C'est assez occupé, alors je ne recommanderais pas si vous cherchez un restaurant calme, mais l'atmosphère reste chaleureuse & que vous soyez avec des amis ou en famille, le moment reste super agréable!:-)
En un seul mot, exceptionnel, & je parle bien du service réalisé par Marie Ange. Je pourrais revenir en vacances au Canada uniquement pour ce service que je n'ai jamais vu ailleurs dans le monde. Je recommande le yakisoba en plat ! Sake bomb !
Lovely restaurant with good food, great service & nice vibe. We went here as a group of 8, there was plenty of space & we got to try many different dishes since we shared. The side portions were pretty good & food was delicious. We tried 5 sides, & 4 were very good, 1 was ok. I have also tried their sashimi & I gotta say the portion was bigger than I expected & the salmon was very fresh. As for main meals, the portionns were generous & everyone seemed satisfied. I would definitely recommend & will come back again.
We went there for my birthday -which I specified during booking & it was super nice, we had a table in the booth which are super cosy & intimate! We shared a bunch of plates & everything was tasteful & well cooked! Wine was good (Italian) They did a cute surprise also with the dessert ✨ I had an amazing birthday dinner. The decor & ambiance are really cool, highly recommend!
Great experience overall. Staff are very kind & the food is great. We were there until they closed & had a really nice conversation with one of their cooks. The servers were also very friendly, they offered us a drink at the end of the night. Will be going back & will certainly recommend
