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Jako

Authentic Japanese and Korean flavors collide in the heart of downtown Montreal.

Downtown
4.6$ & $$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11:30 am
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About

Jako specializes in the precise synthesis of Korean and Japanese culinary traditions. The kitchen prioritizes the delivery of balanced flavor profiles through signature fusion plates that bridge distinct cultural techniques. Patrons encounter a focused menu emphasizing fresh sashimi cuts and hearty, spice-forward Korean staples served within a streamlined, contemporary space. This establishment maintains a commitment to authentic preparations that highlight raw ingredient quality and robust seasoning integrity. Each dish reflects a technical approach to regional specialties, ensuring consistent textures and vibrant presentations across all servings. The interior atmosphere supports a minimalist aesthetic, fostering an environment where the complexity of the food remains the primary focal point for every visitor present.
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5★
77%
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Reviews for Jako

Food
Service
on Google4.7 (900+)
*as of 2026-08-15
5★
77%
4★
14%
3★
4%
2★
4%
1★
1%

Review Summary

Jako is widely recognized as a top-tier destination in Montreal for authentic and flavorful Korean cuisine. Diners frequently praise the cozy, vibrant atmosphere and the consistent quality of dishes like the dolsot, chicken katsu, and various udon options. The portions are consistently described as generous and fairly priced, providing excellent value for the quality provided. While the restaurant is popular and often bustling, particularly on weekends, the staff are generally noted for being friendly, attentive, and helpful with menu recommendations. Whether visiting for a quick lunch or a social dinner with friends, many patrons consider it a reliable favorite and highly recommend booking a reservation in advance to ensure a table at this well-loved neighborhood spot.
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First time here, got invited by a friend. Great cozy place, nice ambiance, polite staff. They have a not-so-big menu, just enough to try everything each time you visit them. i guess its their signature dishes which is perfect for me since i don't like tons of choices to choose from. My choice which was the pork donburi (stir-fried pork, rice, fried kimchi on the side, miso soup) it was delicious! My friend had the fried pork cutlet with rice. Yuummy.... beautiful presentation as well. only downside was the parking obviously since its in downtown, gotta find your street parking or! there is a paying parking lot right next to it which was $10 (i think this is better option since street parking ads up really fast by the hour) As a korean reviewing a korean/japanese restaurant,I will definitely go back & try their other dishes!

Jun 10, 2024
on Google

I ordered take out a few times & dined in twice. It was not bad most times but this time I got a Miso soup & it was absolutely disgusting. It smelled terrible & tasted just as bad as well, you could see it was filled with a layer of oil too. I gagged. That's not how you make miso soup & there was definitely some neglect from the cooks there. Reluctant to order again.

Jun 7, 2024
on Google

Food was a bit salty.

May 30, 2024
on Google

The food was ok but they were kind of expensive. We liked the fried rice cake appetizer the most along with the others. The chicken thigh udon bowl was ok but the flavor was not for me. Just a suggestion, in the shrimp tempura bowl, there should be more than 2 pieces of shrips in it.

May 26, 2024
on Google

Just wooooow 🫣🤩🤩

May 23, 2024
on Google

J'en perd mes mots pour vous dire à quel point j'adore cet endroit. Tout est comme je l'aime. L'ambiance est excellente, la nourriture est l'une des meilleurs que j'ai eu la chance de gouter avec des plats varié donc tu ne peux que vouloir revenir pour tous les essayer! Finalement le staff est tellement agréable & leur prix son l'un des plus bas que vous verrez. Je vous recommande sincèrement d'essayer si vous avez la chance!

May 21, 2024
on Google
5.0

Pretty close to what you'd find in Asia. One of the few good Katsu in Montréal.

May 19, 2024
on Google

Wrap was okay, lassi was good but they sold me really burnt pakoras that were awful.

May 16, 2024
on Google
5.0

** The reviews DOESN'T lie! ** It's honestly one of the best korean food that I've ate in Montreal. The appetizer rice cake was good...cripsy outside & chewy inside, sweet&salty & a little bit spicy at the same time. The Dak Galbi Dolsot bowl was flavourful, it came very hot too. The only''bad'' thing that I have to say is about the size of the restaurant: it's very small, cannot take a lot of people at the same time so if you don't reserve your place, you won't be able to enter or maybe you'll wait for a long time. Overall, I strongly recommend it!

May 15, 2024
on Google

The food we tasted was amazing & for a good price. Good service too even though we showed up in a bigger group we were accommodated well. Would definitely return to try other things on the menu

May 12, 2024
on Google