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 offers a lively, stylish atmosphere in Old Montreal where guests enjoy fresh, authentic Japanese dishes that are beautifully presented and full of flavor. The menu runs from sashimi and nigiri to wagyu gyoza, takoyaki and generous bowls, with many dishes praised for balance and quality and tasting menus that showcase the kitchen's skill. Service is widely appreciated for its friendliness and knowledge, with staff guiding guests through dishes and drink pairings and handling dietary needs with care. While prices can be high, the overall experience is memorable and the restaurant is ideal for celebrations or a special night out, with reservations recommended on busy nights.
J'ai toujours bcp apprécié ce resto & leurs sushis. Que ce soit en personne ou par service de livraison. Hors, ce samedi soir de fin janvier, j'ai été très déçue de ma commande via Uber. Sushis pas frais, peu de poisson, tempura graisseux & collant. Bref, expérience culinaire décevante pour 150$.
Feb 1, 2026
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Very very bad quality sushi, I eat sushi throughout Montreal, & I think this one was the worst. They overcharged & gave very bad quality fish. Very disappointing.
Kyo bar Japanese is among the highest-rated sushi restaurants in Montreal. However, personally, I found the sushi extremely bland & did not enjoy the food at all.
The service, on the other hand, was impeccable. I'm not sure if it was an off day, but based on my experience, the sushi really did not meet my expectations.
Jan 26, 2026
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Overall a very enjoyable time here. The food was priced well & we were able to try a lot of different things. Some of the Maki rolls were just so so in terms of flavour, but all of the fish seemed really fresh. Our server was really friendly & checked in with us frequently despite how busy it was that evening. The only negative thing of note is that they initially had us seated right near the front door before we asked to move. People were trying to squeeze behind us & it was pretty cold... I'd just consider removing this table of I were the restaurant .
Super endroit. Nouilles udon aux fruits de mer délicieuses quoi qu'un peu trop épicé. Dessert dispendieux & minuscule. Mais bien situé, bon service & ambiance très agréable.
Elizabeth was polite, patient, professional, & kind. She showed care & compassion for her career, guiding us through each section of the appetizer & food menus. Elizabeth approached our table with a smile every-time. We are only visiting Montreal, but if we ever come back, we will be sure to visit once more to have this wonderful service again!
Elizabeth était polie, patiente, professionnelle & gentille. Elle a fait preuve d'attention & de compassion envers sa carrière, nous guidant à travers chaque section des menus d'apéritifs & de plats. Elizabeth s'approchait de notre table avec un sourire à chaque fois. Nous ne visitons que Montréal, mais si jamais nous revenons, nous ne manquerons pas de nous y rendre une fois de plus pour bénéficier à nouveau de ce merveilleux service !
A few family members of mine swear by this spot & I've always been very impressed by it. The food is delicious & I've never had a bad service experience there. Speaking of which, whenever I'm in town I always try to practice my French with waiters, & my last time here was definitely one of my better experiences with that! Turns out not immediately switching to English when someone is trying their best is actually cool!
Anyway, my only gripe would be that since this place is so popular, it can get very packed, especially with large groups. We sat by the window near the front & there was a group of like 20 people in high chairs arm's length from us. I'm a relatively tall man & felt like Stuart Little surrounded by people at twice my sitting-height.
Jan 6, 2026
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Kathy was amazing, not my first time here & it never disappoints. Food was top notch & she did very well to accommodate for all our needs. Must go if you're in Montreal.
Excellente expérience au restaurant Kyo ! La cuisine était sublime. Nous avons pris le menu dégustation à 120 $ - conseil : ne mangez rien avant, c'est très copieux. Les sushis & sashimis étaient délicieux, tout comme les dumplings dans leur sauce, les crevettes au caviar, la morue noire qui fond dans la bouche & le dernier plat (boeuf braisé avec queue de homard & légumes). C'était excellent, mais nous n'avions plus de place… nous avons même pris le dessert pour emporter !
Merci à Julien, notre serveur, pour son service attentionné & sympathique. Je recommande sans hésiter.
