Iru Izakaya is widely praised for its vibrant, neon-lit atmosphere and modern Japanese lounge vibe that makes the place feel festive and welcoming. The food is described as delicious and diverse, with generous portions and standout items across sushi, sashimi, and tapas-style plates, and many guests especially enjoy the discovery or tasting menus that showcase creativity and bold flavors, along with mains like ramen and duck fried rice in some cases. The beverage program is a major highlight, featuring inventive cocktails and highly regarded sake pairings, and sake bombs are often singled out, with attentive service at the bar and tables. Some reviews note loud music and crowds can be noisy, and a few point to busy nights, occasional delays in the kitchen, or dishes that miss the mark, such as ramen lacking depth or certain items being overly salted or pricey. Overall, the experience is regarded as memorable and worth the price for celebrations, group dinners, or romantic evenings, with many saying they would return and recommend the restaurant to friends.
Expérience incroyable la bouffe est excellente l'ambiance est folle avec les décorations chinoise & notre serveur Shaun étais sa coche très bonne énergie & très bon service!!
L'expérience, le service, la nourriture, toute est excellent & chaques bouchés est une extase.
Mention spécial à Shaun, notre serveur, merveilleuse énergie & super service!
Dec 1, 2025
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La cuisine incroyable service incroyable shoutout a Shaun honnêtement la carte expérience un ça si c'est pas le meilleur service à la carte offerte à un resto très recommander❤?❤?
Super ambiance.
Super bouffe.
& SURTOUT un service comme il ne s'en fait plus à Montréal & qui contribue à une excellente soirée. Merci Shaun pour les recommandations, le soin, l'attention. Franchement tu as rendu notre expérience exceptionnelle!
The food & the service was to die for. Shaun & Simon were so personable, professional & accommodating. Great surprise find, will definitely be going back soon!
Nov 18, 2025
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Wow what a great discovery! We were just driving by when we saw this place & decided to try. 40 minutes before close, shaun & simon were amazing!!! Sake is 50% off on Mondays & Simon gave such a great recommendation & shaun's energy & charisma was just as delectable as the food! We got the edamames, the squid balls were so decadent, the salmon sashimi melted in your mouth & thr kinoko mazemen was delicious & a generous portion!!
See you next monday guys!!
Notre expérience est complètement mémorable! Nous avons passé un excellent moment, surtout grâce a notre serveur Shaun qui était impeccable, il a su bien nous accompagner à travers tout le service & on a beaucoup rit & eu du plaisir grâce à lui! Le menu découverte est vraiment à essayer, la nourriture est succulente. Je recommande fortement de vous laisser tenter à aller passer un moment dans ce restaurant & de profiter de leur atmosphère vivante & soignée. À ESSAYER: LES SAKÉ BOMB. L'expérience est très unique;)
We are staying across the street & saw their website & the great reviews. Made a reservation & sat at a great table with an amazing server, Shaun!!! He gave us suggestions on wine & several plates which were all delicious. His service was impeccable & he even brought me a special dessert for my birthday 🎈.
This place is fantastic & if we lived here we would be regulars. Thanks Shaun for making our evening special.
I can't say enough - the food is solid & the staff is very knowledgeable about what they have & are ready to help with recommendations. Super cool & chill atmosphere, you can easily hear the music, but don't have to yell to carry a conversation. We literally came for lunch & came back for dinner the same night. Ask for Shaun- he's fantastic!
Sep 3, 2025
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Had a late lunch with the family there today. Food & atmosphere were amazing!! Our waiter Shaun was so delightful & very knowledgeable. He gave us some sake bombs which we completely messed up doing but laughed so hard afterwards. Thanks for the memorable experience Shaun & the team at Iru Izakaya!! Will be back
Superbe soirée dans une ambiance chaleureuse avec du excellent service. Les plats sont succulents. Merci à Shaun pour le service impeccable. On y retournera sans faute.
