Located in Old Montreal under the magnificent Hôtel Place d'Armes, the Kyo takes us on a journey into a relaxed but lively atmosphere that reminds us of the conviviality of Japanese culinary traditions. Our menu is a mix of must-haves and house creations that will surprise you, cooked with fresh and locally sourced ingredients.
Our Specialties
Sushi, Sake, Sochu and traditional dishes such as the Kushi Yaki, Ramen and more fried specialties.
Amenities, services & more
We accept: Master Card, Visa, AMEX, Interac, Mobile Payment, Contactless Payment
Kyo Bar Japonais is praised for fresh, beautifully presented sushi and a wide range of dishes from sashimi to wagyu and takoyaki, with flavors described as vibrant and well balanced. The vibe is warm and stylish in Old Montreal, blending intimate ambiance for dates with a lively energy that makes evenings feel special. Service consistently earns praise for being attentive and knowledgeable, with staff guiding guests through the menu and helping with sake and cocktail pairings. Many diners describe occasions from Valentine’s nights to anniversaries as memorable, thanks to thoughtful touches and smooth pacing. While the quality and atmosphere shine, some guests mention the price and portions as high and a few experiences of crowding or slower service on peak nights. Overall Kyo Bar Japonais is regarded as a standout choice in Montreal for sushi and Japanese dining, offering reliable excellence and a festive, refined experience.
I had the Gourmand special & thoroughly enjoyed it. A prix fixe meal, it included an appetizer, soup, & two mains (one grilled entree & one sashimi/sushi entree). The food was superb, flavourful, & while not an overly large amount of food, it was very satisfying. The menu had an extensive selection of standard izakaya entrees as well as sashimi/sushi offerings.
The service was attentive, the staff were friendly, & the food came promptly but not too soon. Overall, I found no fault with reservation. I would strongly recommend a reservation though as the place really filled fast after about 7:00 PM.
Had an amazing experience at Kyo Bar Japanois! We ordered the poke bowls & they were absolutely delicious-super fresh, flavorful, & beautifully presented. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients.
The service was outstanding as well. The staff were friendly, attentive, & made sure we had everything we needed. The ambiance is also a great vibe-perfect for a night out or even a casual dinner.
Highly recommend & will definitely be coming back!
Merci à Elizabeth pour son sourire, sa gentillesse, ses connaissances approfondies des différents cocktails & boissons sur place. Merci pour ses explications des différents plats puisque c'était notre première visite à votre restaurant pour l'anniversaire de notre petite fille. Tout les plats étaient excellents. Bravo au chef. Nous avons passé une excellente soirée.
Probably the best sushi iv'e had (Unagi Roll)
Sat at the bar & was served by the bartender Tony, super nice guy & great conversation. Definitely recommend this place!
This is a my favorite spot for Japanese food in Montreal. The service, the vibe & the food is perfect all the time. These guys are serious!
Cheers to Eder for the great service!
Mar 17, 2026
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Nous avons ete manger sur un coup de tête & nous n'avons pas ete decu du tout. Ont a essayer le menu découverte afin d'essayer un peu de tout les dumpling au wagu etais excellent les sushi & le poisson etais super frais. Très belle ambiance notre serveur etais tres professionnel & nous a bien accompagner tout au long des services.
Absolutely delicious food! Im vegan & they had plenty of options for me to enjoy & they were so good. My non-vegan friends raved about their plates as well. Amazing service & atmosphere. Highly recommend!
Mar 13, 2026
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Super endroit pour aller manger & boire entre amis. Service incroyable de la part de Julia & Tristan qui avais de très bonne connaissance & suggestions.
I highly recommend! There's a lot of variety & interesting tastes, the'yuhi roll' was by far my favorite. Not only was the food & ambiance very pleasant, but the service was fantastic too, thank you to our server Kathy for giving us an amazing night!
