Kazu
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Kazu
Inspired Japanese eats, from house made tofu to shrimp burgers, in a cozy nook with an open kitchen.
Opens Thursday at 5 pm
| Monday | Closed Today |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5 pm - 9:30 pm |
| Friday | 5 pm - 9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 5 pm - 9:30 pm |
| Sunday | 5 pm - 9 pm |
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japanese(50) dishes(29) recommend(27) beef(23) salmon(21) bar(20) authentic(18) burger(17) price(17)Page 3 of 12 - 222 Reviews
J
So good! Worth the wait. Definitely try to come at opening to avoid the long line.
Seabass, lamb chop, & the unagi bowl was the best.
Shrimp burger & smoked duck was good aswell but I probably wouldnt re-order.
Homemade ice cream good finish :)View more
Heet
Kazu is undeniably one of Montreal's premier Japanese dining experiences.
Upon entering, you're greeted by a cozy, warm, & traditional ambiance. The staff exemplify Japanese hospitality, being attentive, polite, & eager to address any inquiries. The menu strikes a perfect balance, offering a diverse selection without overwhelming patrons. Notably, the menu is creatively displayed on a collection of papers affixed to the wall, adding to the restaurant's charm.
Every dish we sampled was impeccably presented & delectable, reinforcing the notion that there are no wrong choices at Kazu.
In short, Kazu offers an authentic & memorable Japanese dining experience in Montreal. I wholeheartedly recommend it without hesitation.View more
Bhargav
Tried the Vegetarian range at Kazu. We had Veg Bowl & Bibimbap Japanese style (veg).
We wanted to try the Japanese curry which was in the chef's list apart from the menu but it was out of stock. But no regrets, both the dishes were absolutely amazing. The sauces, both quite unique were rich in flavor & i would highly suggest you to try them. The tofu was very soft, felt fresh. The vegetables were quite nicely done, carrots were pickled & sesame seeds drizzled on top. On the bibimbap contained an egg nicely done, the rice tasted soooo good & overall very well worth it compared to the price. Both bowls were very big & imo one bowl could serve 2 people.
Kazu stays at a bar to it's high rating, especially the staff is awesome. Very polite , helpful, quick service & everything you wish in a restaurant.
The ambience is also unique. Feels like a hustling & bustling restaurant in Japan with songs, happy people & tasty dishes.
Definitely order the fried beans on the side.
We also had desserts , one cheesecake ice cream & one sake icecream. While the cheesecake icecream was the best (really soulful) in Montreal, the sake icecream was very unique & we tried it for the first time. It has vanilla ice cream with sake on the top. Which made it taste quite unique & definitely try it out if you love experimenting things.
In all, superb place, deserves 5 star ⭐ & the staff makes the place lovely.
To try next time : OnigiriView more
Czerneth
My favorite restaurant of all time. I've been going here since 2012 & I can honestly say that they consistently blow my mind every single time. There's always something new to try & everything in their menu is delicious from starters, main meals, desserts & their drinks. My friend & I got there right when they opened on a saturday at 5pm & we were seated in front of the kitchen & it was the best spot. Seeing them in action was fascinating. The staff are so organize & efficient. My friend & I ordered about 9 items in total & spent 63$ + tip each.
In the pictures:
Bbq eel, oysters, takoyaki, 48 hour pork, chirashi zushi
Everyone should at least try this restaurant more than once! Yes there's the waiting in line as this is a small restaurant but it's worth the experience & the service is fast.View more
M
Overall exceptional service & food. Very nice atmosphere, although very tight quarters.
Anything with beef is exceptional. The Okonomiyaki is something we've tried twice now & we were underwhelmed again. The ginger egg soup is THE BEST.View more
Viktoria
Everything I tried in Kazu was so delicious! Okonomiyaki is my favourite! They have non-gluten menuView more
I
Absolutely love this place. I have visited numerous times & will continue to visit. I especially love the shrimp burger (not fishy at all, extremely juicy & is complimented very nicely with the sauces), Beef Kalbi Plate, Tuna Salmon Salad Rice Bowl, beef Bibimbap (the beef falls off the bone), the salmon/tuna belly (literally melts in your mouth), & the grilled seabass.
The only items I didn't love are the chicken & the octopus so if you visit definitely opt for beef or fish instead. The desserts are quite basic, I usually skip it.
In terms of service they definitely prioritize table turn overs over everything else so they do tend to rush you towards the end but I understand given that it's a very small place & there's usually a line out the door. I only had one bad experience in this regard but have been back since then & was treated nicely by the same waitress so she could have just been having a bad day.
Lastly, I would recommend visiting as a smaller party as it is a small place.View more
Cocottexox
Absolument merveilleux ! L'attente en vaux la peine :)View more
Carol
A great place for dinner despite the long waiting list. They serve dishes very quickly after ordering. Their food has excellent presentation, but the portion on protein is a bit small. I would get more Salmon in my plate if I go to another Japanese restaurant. Price is fair. Beautiful Japanese style decoration in the restaurant. The seating space is a bit tight.View more
Morgan
Great food, great service & an overall fantastic vibe. Food was high quality & prices were more than reasonable. Staff were friendly & food came very quick. I will definitely be back!View more
Eric
One of the few restaurants that I just keep coming back to. Amazing food, amazing presentation, amazing service. The chef owner & his wife are both so heartwarming & passionate about their work & it really shows in the food they serve!
I remember asking the owner if he ever planned on franchising since the restaurant was getting ever so popular & he said no because he needs to be there to supervise in order to maintain overall quality. Much respect for his work ethic, I hope they keep on flourishing.View more
Kristýna
Seul bémol c'est qu'il y a trop de choix & vous avez envie de goûter tout ! Le meilleur mayo de truffe que j'ai goûté 👌🏻View more
Morgane
Amazing place for dinner. Quick service even tho it was busy, lovely people & amazing food. Loved the open kitchen.View more
Pauline
A bit if not a lot disappointed: I ordered a chirashi dish, but ended up with a carpaccio instead, which surprised me. While the flavors were ok, this was not what I expected/wanted at all. I also got the yuzu sake cocktail, which did not state it was fizzy, something I can't drink so I just handed it to my friend… honestly I wouldn't wait to get in cause there are tons of nice nice Japanese restaurants that aren't as packed & loud, although the waitresses were super nice :)View more
Antoine
Haven't been there for a few years but this is by far my favourite Japanese restaurant in Montreal. Recommend without any hesitation! Prices are fair given extreme quality. Chef is an as! Staff always friendly. Japanese tavern ambience so expect to be seated tight closed to other guests. Amazing experience, always.View more
Pre
I got to dine in at this Japanese restaurant & the food was so delicious that I went back a few hours later to enjoy my second meal. Both times I had to wait around 20-30 minutes in line but it was worth the wait. Beef bibimbap was absolutely delicious, the beef was tender, moist & flavorful. Shrimp burger was super soft, ramen was big enough to share & the homemade tofu was ultra soft & delicious. Finally to end the meal, there is selection of ice cream flavors to choose from. I had the chocolate brioche & it was not too sweet. I enjoyed all the dishes that I got to try out from here, very fresh & authentic. Despite service being extremely busy, they were helpful & friendly.View more
Charlie
Délicieux tartare de thon, curry japonais au curry, burgers au poulet. Parfait. Kazu = paix & harmonie je croisView more