Japote Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)

Monday	11:30 am - 2 pm
Tuesday	11:30 am - 2 pm
Wednesday	11:30 am - 2 pm
Thursday	11:30 am - 2 pm
Friday	11:30 am - 2 pm
Saturday	Closed Today
Sunday	Closed

Monday

11:30 am - 2 pm

Tuesday

11:30 am - 2 pm

Wednesday

11:30 am - 2 pm

Thursday

11:30 am - 2 pm

Friday

11:30 am - 2 pm

Saturday

Closed Today

Sunday

Closed

Japote is a budget friendly Japanese takeout spot in a food court known for quick service and strong value, often with a line at lunch that moves fast and a cash only policy. The menu features curry katsu, chicken cutlet curry, croquette, unagi don, tori don, veggie and shrimp tempura, and a sauce bar that lets customers customize flavors, all praised for fresh, flavorful dishes at affordable prices. Reviews emphasize friendly, efficient staff and a vibe that feels authentic to Japanese fast food, making it a popular choice for a cheap lunch, a quick date idea, or a reliable daily meal in a busy area. Portions are described as modest but adequate for the price, with some noting that upgrading to a large size is worth it; several note that opening hours are limited. The location in a food court, signage, and proximity to universities or offices are mentioned as easy to find, and the overall impression is that Japote is a hidden gem offering tasty, inexpensive meals that deliver good value and quick service.

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Tom

5.0

Inexpensive Japanese fast food. Be prepared for a long line during lunch rush but the line moves quickly.

Feb 19, 2026

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Chett

A no-frills yet delicious spot to satisfy your Japanese food cravings. Japote is a family-run eatery located in a food court. If you are looking for good value-for-money don, curry, or katsu, definitely give this place a try.

We ordered the Unagi Toji-don & the Japanese Chicken Cutlet Curry Rice with a croquette, & both were delicious. Service was quick, efficient, & friendly-just like what you would expect in Japan. There is also a sauce station where you can add & customise your own sauces.

One thing to note is that it is cash-only, so do prepare some cash when you are planning to drop by.

Dec 19, 2025

Nioneol

They deserve all the fame. The cheapest & most authentic Japanese meal you can get. It's open for a few hours so everyone rushes to get some, but it's truly worth it.

Oct 27, 2025

Stephanie

Yes, it's in a food court, but they are serving delicious, fresh, inexpensive Japanese meals. Very friendly & helpful service. Great choice for a quick lunch if you're in the area! Cash only, but there is an ATM nearby.

Oct 7, 2025

Jeff

Tasty Japanese take out food, the kind of place you would not likely find by accident.
Very welcoming staff at the counter.
Cash only though

Mar 26, 2025

Nigel

Extremely affordable & delicious simple Japanese lunch fare. Very friendly & happy staff slinging succulent staples. Clearly the all-star of the basement food court it is located in. As a large & hungry man, I always shell out the extra $1 or $2 for a "large" portion so that I never leave hungry. Make sure to add the complimentary sauces & tsukemono (pickles). I can't wait to return again & again to the smiling staff & tasty hot lunch. They offer a rewards card too, further increasing the already great value that this establishment offers.

Jan 9, 2025

Nicolas

A really simple & very good place for a Japanese curry.

Nov 8, 2024

Moti

A favorite place for me to get wonderful & authentic Japanese food for years now. Filling dishes from friendly staff that really make me feel like I'm in a food court in Tokyo. I particularly like the kakiage & korokke! Inexpensive & with a good value point card, too. It is in a food court under a bank, so it doesn't have the most ambience, but it's still a hidden gem for those in the know in the area.

Oct 25, 2024

Chenyi

3.0

Bit overrated. Very average japanese food in my opinion. It may appear that their plates are cheap. But the portion is subpar too.

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