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.
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.
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!
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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!
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...!
Très belle carte d'izakaya avec beaucoup de choix. Les ramens sont très bons aussi.
L'ambiance est agréable, la musique n'est pas trop forte, le décor & la présentation des plats sont bien soignés.
Service avec quelques longueurs un dimanche soir où la salle était pleine, car la serveuse (sympathique & souriante) était débordée, car seule en salle.
