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SATO izakaya

NewLe Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.9$$
OPEN12 pm - 10 pm
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SATO izakaya Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
JapaneseRamenGrillIzakaya / Japanese Pub
Welcome to our cozy corner of the Plateau! Step into our warm, Japanese-style izakaya in Montreal. We serve authentic Japanese comfort food with a touch of French flair, in a space that feels just like a cozy spot in Tokyo.

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Reviews for SATO izakaya

Food
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on Google4.9 (100+)
*as of 2026-02-01
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Review Summary
Reviews describe Sato Izakaya as a cozy, well designed spot with a warm atmosphere and attentive service. The food receives strong praise for ramen, especially tonkotsu varieties, along with crispy katsu, takoyaki, gyoza, and a range of shareable tapas that feel authentic and well presented. Portions are generous and value is viewed as good, with many dishes described as flavorful and addictive and several diners planning to return to try more. The ambiance and decor are frequently highlighted, with guests appreciating the balance of lively vibe and casual comfort, plus staff who explain the menu well. A few critiques mention slower service on busy nights and occasional inconsistencies in certain dishes or toppings given the price, but these are not seen as dealbreakers. Overall, Sato Izakaya comes across as a highly regarded neighborhood spot for comforting Japanese favorites, a solid drink program, and a welcoming setting that invites returning for more of the menu.
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Des plats délicieux, service de qualité!

yesterday
on Google

Délicieux izakaya sans prétention au coeur du Plateau-Mont-Royal. Coup de coeur pour notre serveuse Simone qui nous a fait d'excellentes recommandations pour accommoder une diète végétarienne! & nous avons adoré le gâteau au fromage à saveur de matcha!

yesterday
on Google

Had a very good memory here today! Food was amazing! We have tried Tonkatsu, the homemade sauce was phenomenal! The vibe was also nice, on top of that, staff was so friendly & caring!! Want to visit again in no time!

Feb 8, 2026
on Google

Amazing food, service was the best one & the environment was super cozy! Lovely!

Feb 8, 2026
on Google

Wow… une belle découverte. Un bon service, plats délicieux… & pour un prix très raisonnable!!!! Je reviendrai !

Feb 8, 2026
on Google

Everything was super fresh & delicious. Service was efficient & the portions were huge! I will be returning to try more of their menu 🙂

Feb 8, 2026
on Google

Great place to eat with friends & loved ones. The atmosphere is perfect, with good music, pretty decorations that fit with the Japanese vibe & dim lighting. The service is amazing. Friendly staff, always checking in to see if everything's fine & also quite fast.

As for the food, it was a bit deceiving for me but maybe it's because I had too high expectations. We had the chicken karaage which was delicious! A good wakame salad, the pork dumplings with truffle sauce that were underwhelming & also the takoyaki that I really didn't like but that's just my taste. Oh! & I had the Tokyo mule drink which was excellent.

Feb 7, 2026
on Google

So so so good! The ramen is perfect & the Ika Yaki (grilled calamari) was busssin!

Jan 31, 2026
on Google
5.0

My 1st time at Sato Izakaya for lunch with my friend & we loved it; great food, good servie & the atmosphère is very nice!!

Jan 29, 2026
on Google

Great Ramen & very tasty Takoyaki.
Excellent service.
Would definitely come back!

Jan 21, 2026
on Google

Que du positif à dire bonne ambiance bonne nourriture bon service!

Jan 19, 2026
on Google

Assolutamente meritato il punteggio di 4,9. Non per rapporto qualità prezzo, che è altissimo comunque, ma in assoluto qui siamo al massimo livellod elle cucina giapponese visto delicato e preciso, cucina eccelsa e servizio impeccabile, amorevole e preciso anche quando il locale è super affollato

Jan 17, 2026
on Google

the best japanese cuisine i've ever eaten.

Jan 17, 2026
on Google
5.0

Delicious food & each dish feels very different from the others! Particularly loved the salad with crispy tofu, & the pressed sushi
Only thing I would improve are the cocktails/mocktails, they taste very diluted

Jan 17, 2026
on Google

Wow, I am very impressed. Everything was excellent. No complaints. Good prices. 💯 Recommend! I will definitely be back!

Jan 17, 2026
on Google
3.0

We were looking for an izakaya in the Plateau area, & it initially seemed promising. The decor is warm & thoughtfully done, expectations were naturally high.

Unfortunately, the food did not live up to that promise. The nori was clearly not fresh; it was so tough I couldn't even cut through it with my teeth. The chicken skewers were also disappointing, especially considering the price - they felt overpriced for what was served.

It's a shame because the space itself is lovely. However, in this case, the food simply doesn't match the atmosphere. With some improvements in ingredient quality & value, this place could better align with the experience it aims to offer.

Jan 17, 2026
on Google
5.0

Wow. Came here with 10 of my fiends for my girlfriend's birthday. The ambience, the food, the service was amazing. 10/10 experience.

Jan 16, 2026
on Google

Went to sato Izakaya with my family. The food was good but the tonkastu broth was not very hot when the dish arrived & also we found the noodles a little bit aldente for us. Great vibes inside.

Jan 16, 2026
on Google

Nous y sommes allé un mercredi soir en famille pour un anniversaire.
La serveuse était calme & a pris le temps de nous expliquer les plats.
Les plats sont délicieux! Les cocktails & mocktail aussi.
Gros succès pour les sushis pressés à la flamme! Un goût incroyable!
Seul bémol : nous avons commandé une bière en milieu de repas qui n'est jamais arrivée avant la fin du repas, & leur machine de paiement qui est set à un pourboire minimum de 18% (me semblait que c'était interdit maintenant)...

Mais nous reviendrons certainement car c'était délicieux & petits comme grands nous avons trouvé notre bonheur!

Jan 15, 2026
on Google

Overall a pleasent experience with staff, food was tasty.
If you go on your birthday you get a bowl of really good ice cream!
Don't go if you're looking for sushi though...!

Jan 10, 2026
on Google