Kazu shines as an authentic izakaya in Montreal, delivering flavorful, carefully prepared dishes with a creative twist that blends traditional Japanese technique with Western influences; the menu offers generous portions, great value, and standout items like katsu curry and a range of bar-side dishes you can watch being prepared; the atmosphere is lively, warm, and intimate with friendly, attentive staff, though expect long lines and limited seating, especially on busy nights, and some comments note crowding and occasional variability in service; overall it feels like one of the city’s top Japanese spots and worth the wait for many.
3 words. Worth the wait.
The food here is absolutely fantastic. You may be greater by a 30-45 minute wait, but wow is it worth it. The Japanese curry is absolutely fantastic, & the beef ribs, amazing.
The service is really quick & friendly.
Perfect for a quick date night.
Recommend 10/10.
Let me tell you it is worth it.
We got there close to 7 & waited around an hour. Their staple menu looks good but they also have a very large collection of special menus posted on the wall that presumably rotates frequently. I got what's likely their most expensive dish, grilled black cod, & the taste blew my mind. The fish was cooked perfectly with a complex flavor of sauces. I would wait an hour to eat this any day.
My partner ordered an assortment of appetizers. He said they were also good, but not as good as what I had. So I guess your experience will depend on what you order.
Fantastic Japanese Restaurant!
Delicious food, fair prices, & a unique atmosphere make this place a standout. The staff is warm & attentive, adding to the overall great experience. Loved every moment-highly recommend!
The beef ribs, 48h pork, yakitori skewers, gyoza were beautiful. Also the homemade fortune cookies & coconut sorbet. Everyone, owners & waiters had amazing smiles & vibes. Worth the wait
May 23, 2025
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I could eat here every day of the week. Yes the wait is very long but the service, the food & the drinks are incredible. Everything tasted fresh & the staff give the best service. I can't wait to go back. The price for ordering 3 dishes, 4 drinks for two people & a dessert was less than $100.
Ein absolutes Highlight in Montreal! Das Kazu bietet eine authentisch-japanische Erfahrung, wie man sie nur selten findet. Schon beim Betreten wird man vom unglaublich freundlichen Team mit einem Lächeln empfangen - man fühlt sich sofort willkommen. Ich hatte das Glück, an der Theke zu sitzen und den talentierten Köchen bei der Zubereitung der Gerichte zuzusehen - allein das steigert den Appetit enorm!
Mein Gericht, der marinierte Wolfsbarsch, war ein Gedicht - perfekt gewürzt, auf den Punkt gegart und mit ebenso liebevoll abgestimmten Beilagen serviert. Jeder Bissen war ein Genuss. Wenn ich könnte, würde ich jeden Tag hier essen. Wer auf der Suche nach echter japanischer Küche in herzlicher Atmosphäre ist, sollte sich Kazu auf keinen Fall entgehen lassen!
Quelle belle surprise. Rien a dire c'est simplement excellent. J'ai été surpris par la qualité, les saveurs, le goût & même les prix. Tout est à la hauteur. Je recommande fortement. Je vais y aller souvent. Seul bémol, la ligne d'attente c'est super lent. Victime de son succès!!
Ca vaut la peine de faire la file. Elle bouge super vite en vrai. L'atmosphère est unique & les plats sont tous tres bon. Un classique de montréal selon moi
literally the best food i had while in Montreal & the portion sizes/price cannot be beat.
got there right at 5 & didn't have to wait but there was a long line when i left. Incredibly flavourful & well done basics, the service was so quick. not very personable but they're swamped from the second they open so it's understandable. I got the Vegetarian Bowl with their homemade tofu & the pan fried chicken dumplings. it was so much food I couldn't finish it but it literally costed $20. 10/10!
Real amazing authentic experience at Kazu. The food is 😍🤤 & the portions more than generous. Highly recommend the homemade toffu on Sundays. We will definitly come back to try the rest of their large menu.
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We enjoyed our experience very much! The food was delicious & it was enjoyable to watch the chefs prep dishes from our bar seats. Worth the wait in line! Very fair prices as well.
Just wow!! Everything we had is really good & the service was fantastic! There was a line up when we came Thursday night at 9:00pm, but it was worth it! We were lined up with a local who told us that they keep coming back here. The place is tight but it didn't take away from our dining experience. I highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Montreal.
This is one of my all time favourite restaurants in Montreal. Such an authentic place, there us usually a line up in front & you cant wonder why it never disappoints. If youve tried it & haven't liked it its because you're ordering the wrong thing!!! The owner of this place is a real gem, super sweet & just an absolute ray of sunshine. My favourites on the menu are their beef carpaccio, the eggplant dip, the beef curry sauce, Chiraschi & if you go when it's lobster season do not go without trying it its by far my fave! Btwn the prices are sooooo affordable!
