Kyodai Izakaya offers an authentic Japanese pub vibe with a cozy, lively atmosphere where fresh, flavorful small plates like takoyaki, gyoza, karaage, tataki, ramen and udon are served hot and nicely presented, paired with a varied sake and cocktail menu. The service is consistently friendly and attentive, helping guests feel at home and making meals feel special whether for a casual night out or celebration. The space, decor and music contribute to a welcoming character that many describe as transporting to Japan, while the menu delivers strong favorites and occasional standout dishes such as unagi udon, duck tataki and curry katsu. In short, Kyodai Izakaya is a dependable go-to for tasty Japanese tapas, great drinks and a memorable, convivial dining experience.
The shrimp tempura was delicious, but that was the only menu item that I found to be excellent.
The Tako Wasabi was spicy, definitely cleared the sinuses with its strong wasabi flavor but I found it to be way too salty.
The Chicken Katsu was very disappointing. The chicken was somehow very dry & didn't taste like much, & the Japanese curry was mild as well.
The Angel's Tears cocktail was yummy. But it straight up just tasted like aloe vera juice with a dash of alcohol.
The cherry blossom decor in one part of the restaurant is beautiful.
Definitely bar-type lighting. I wouldn't recommend this place for a romantic dinner.
They didn't have physical menus available. Only QR code menus.
Best Ramen in town for sure. Their tempura is really good as well. It is served in a fancy salt but it's really amazing & a must try. Been there twice already. Weekdays are quiet but on the weekend make sure to reserve in advance
Apr 8, 2025
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Went to kyodai Izakaya for the first time today, & what an amazing surprise!! We ate korokke, the curry katsu & a bowl of ramen. Everything was absolutely delicious! The korokke & Katsu were so wonderfully crispy, pork was juicy too! The rice was perfectly cooked & the ramen was simply delicious. The staff was friendly & polite & caring, always making sure we were fine without being abnoxious. We simply had a wonderful time.
Had a really great experience & will definitely be returning. My only qualm is that the karaage chicken (while juicy & crispy) had a distinctive fishy or seaweed like tasty ? An ocean taste. I assume it's because they're fried in the same oil.
Très belle soirée ! L'ambiance à l'intérieur est super. J'aurais bien pris plusieurs des posters sur les murs. 😂 Le service est full sympathique. & la nourriture... tout est délicieux ! Tout le monde a vraiment été charmé par le menu & nos choix de plats ! Vraiment une belle adresse pour une soirée de couple, entre amis ou entre collègues. Merci pour cette belle soirée !
I had a great time ! Kyodai is honestly a hidden gem with authentic Japanese dishes & a warm ambiance. The sashimi was fresh, & my favorite dishes were the calamari & I believe fried purple sweet potatoes.
Also, both servers were adorable the entire night. I definitely recommend the place
Kyodai Izakaya is a fantastic spot with delicious, authentic Japanese dishes & a cozy atmosphere. The staff is friendly & attentive, making every visit enjoyable. Highly recommend!
What a great find! Food was delicious. We were a large group & they were so accommodating. Highlights of the evening was the duck tataki & the unagi rice bowl! We hadn't had eel this good since our trip to Japan! & they have actual dango! We will definitely be back! Thank you 💕
So good my husband got the eel fried rice & I got the curry so yummy! Just visiting from NS & you can't get food like this there next time we are back to Montreal we will definitely go again. The atmosphere is fantastic & the cocktails are yummy!
The food was amazing, exceptional service & will be more than happy to come back on our next visit to Montreal.
The vibe of the place is welcoming & the staff are very friendly, I highly recommend 👌
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