Monday

5 pm - 10 pm

Tuesday

12 pm - 10 pm

Wednesday

12 pm - 10 pm

Thursday

12 pm - 10 pm

Friday

12 pm - 11:30 pm

Saturday

12 pm - 11:30 pm

Sunday

12 pm - 10 pm

Overall, Sato Izakaya is a cozy, well executed Japanese spot that draws praise for a menu that spans ramen, sushi, and shareable tapas with many dishes described as fresh, flavorful and original, including tonkotsu ramen, aburi salmon sushi, spicy tuna inari, takoyaki and a standout katsu that many call the best in town. The service is repeatedly described as attentive and friendly, with knowledgeable staff guiding sake pairings and menu choices, while the atmosphere blends a warm, intimate vibe with tasteful decor and good music. Some reviews note that reservations can be easy at times but the place can fill up, leading to pacing variations and occasional delays, and a few dishes such as miso ramen or certain gyoza or noodles may not meet every expectation. Price points are viewed as reasonable for quality by many, with generous portions and a strong value for the experience, though a few diners feel tapas portions are smaller or pricier. Overall, Sato Izakaya emerges as a strong go-to for friends or couples seeking authentic, well prepared Japanese comfort food in a lively yet welcoming setting, with repeat visits recommended to try more of the diverse menu.

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Lori

5.0

A real gem! Tried Sato Izakaya & were super impressed with the attention to detail & tasty dishes. My husband's ramen was steaming hot, exactly the way ramen should be served. My seaweed salad was fresh & delicious. We also shared the Spider Roll, karaage & the shrimp gyoza, which were all excellent. The beer was ice cold & served in tall Sapporo glasses, super refreshing! Highly recommend this place for the great food, nice atmosphere & friendly service.

Mar 28, 2026

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Chanelle

Came here for supper before on a Saturday night. Great food, the chicken katsu was to die for. Also fantastic service & atmosphere. Highly recommend!

Mar 16, 2026

Jamie

Amazing food, ambiance & service. Highly recommend!

Mar 15, 2026

Christie

Delicious ramen! Recently discovered this restaurant & have been craving the ramen ever since. Portions are large, the quality is fantastic & the taste is addictive. Highly recommend!

Jan 2, 2026

Emma

The owner Lucie & waitress Sarah were phenomenal. Me & my friend had such a wonderful experience here. Food was amazing, good drinks, & really amazing atmosphere.

Highly recommend the matcha cheesecake & chicken katzu!!! Will definitely be coming back here.

Thank you to the staff at Sato Izakaya:)

Nov 26, 2025

Bailey

We had dinner on Thursday evening at Sato, & it was a wonderful experience. The food, the service, the ambience were all fantastic! We each had a ramen (Tonkotsu & Spicy Miso), both were delicious. We also had the shrimp & scallop appetizer which was cooked to perfection, as well we had the yuzu cheesecake for dessert, & it was lovely. The prices are reasonable for the quality & quantity. Highly recommend!

Nov 7, 2025

Rich

Delicious food & friendly staff! The waitresses gave us introductions to each dish. Highly recommend the Hamachi Crudo.

Oct 10, 2025

Richard

We discovered this wonderful Japanese restaurant & had an excellent experience. The staff were welcoming & were very helpful in explaining the menu & making recommendations. The authentic food was exquisite - the best we have had in a long time. We were encouraged to stay despite the late hour. Special mention of two staff members, Sara & Simone, who provided excellent & friendly service. Highly recommended!

Oct 2, 2025

Liz

Best tonkatsu I've ever had in my life !! Felt like I was transported back to Japan! 10 out of 10 would highly recommend

Aug 3, 2025

Natalia

Highly recommend the tonkotsu here. Good service & attentive staff. A very nice experience.

Jul 25, 2025

Clémence

I highly recommend this place! Food is 10/10 & the staff is very friendly. I went there with a group of friends & we had such a good time. Will definitely come back ✨

Jul 23, 2025

Georges

Great energy. Very welcoming staff. The food came out quickly & was delicious. The breading on the Katsu was just like in Japan. The meat was juicy & all the sauces incredibly flavourful. There is great sushi, too. It was fresh & had a unique touch. Highly recommend & can't wait to go back

Jul 6, 2025

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