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
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

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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*as of 2026-04-01

4.7 82 ratings

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Rus

5.0

Unbeatable lunch spot. Affordable, fast, & delicious in a way that is impossible to find so close to McGill or downtown. The food is good, but the sauce options bring everything up a notch.

Cash only, & if you have a bigger appetite I would recommend getting multiple items, but it is still worth it!

Mar 11, 2026

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Clara

cash only. i always take the number 10. i also recommend their croquette (must try!) I used to eat in this restaurant with my ex. good place to eat for a cheap date ideas

Feb 3, 2026

Sonny

Good prices, great food & friendly staff, highly recommended!

Oct 6, 2025

Samuel

Good food, moderate portion but with that price, it's unbeatable!
Highly recommended!

Apr 30, 2025

Boo

Wow wow wow! Friendly staff, quick service & delicious food for cheap! This place is a beautiful hidden gem. I recommend the oyakodon, & don't forget to bring cash. Also, I recommend that you come early to avoid the line of hungry students :)

Apr 24, 2025

Tiffany

incredible staff, very quick, & very affordable. The food is very tasty, recommend the korroke for sure & they have a small station for sauces as well. they are open 12-3 & so if you want a quick grab, super recommend!

Apr 2, 2025

Hussain

I've been wanting to try Japote for a while after a friend recommended it but due to its opening hours it was really tough. I went at 11:30 & it was really busy. The food is really good & so are the prices. I got 2 plates because I knew it would be tough to come again so I took the opportunity to try multiple things. It's much cheaper when you order only one plate. They only accept cash. Even though the line was long, it moved quickly, the food & service were very good!

Nov 28, 2024

Momo

The food is simply amazing. I love everything I have tried from Japote. I really love how their prices are student friendly, as you can eat lunch for 10$ (they only serve at lunchtime, mon-fri) I recommend you order the large option of the dish (the price will remain below 10$) but feel full enough. Also, the staff is super friendly & kind! Fav dish: teriyaki chicken [CASH ONLY]

Oct 23, 2024

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