ZIBO! Restaurant-Bars offer a mouth-watering California cuisine featuring salads, pizza, pasta, grilled dishes, fish, succulent desserts as well as a generous wine list. Whether enjoying a drink at the bar, a meal in the dining room or in a private setting, a romantic lunch for two, an outing with friends and family, a business dinner or even a hopping happy hour, customers appreciate the warm and trendy atmosphere of ZIBO! Restaurant-Bars.
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Our Specialties
Variety of savory California-inspired dishes to suit all tastes. Large selection of grills, salads, pastas, pizzas and burgers. Most popular dishes: Salmon tartare, Beef flank steak & Californian salad.
ZIBO! Restaurant-Bar is widely regarded as a reliable and welcoming destination that balances a sophisticated atmosphere with a casual, friendly vibe. Guests frequently highlight the diverse menu, noting that it successfully caters to varied tastes, including those with specific dietary preferences. The service is often praised for being attentive, professional, and efficient, even during busy periods, which helps create memorable experiences for both small outings and large group gatherings. While some diners mention the venue can become lively and loud during peak times, the modern decor and vibrant energy generally contribute to a pleasant dining environment. Overall, the combination of consistent food quality, a well-curated drink selection, and a warm, inviting setting makes ZIBO! Restaurant-Bar a popular choice for many visitors in the neighborhood.
The food & the service were wonderful. The wait staff was very well informed on celiac & cross contamination. We were able to order GF drinks, apps & a meal which was consumed al fresco for a wonderful evening!
I really enjoyed my experience at this restaurant. From the moment I arrived, the staff were friendly, welcoming, & very polite, which made the whole visit even more enjoyable. The atmosphere was lovely - the place had a warm & comfortable vibe that was perfect for relaxing & spending quality time.
I tried their sangria, & I really liked the taste. It was refreshing & well-prepared. The pasta I ordered was also delicious, with a good balance of flavors & a satisfying portion. I also appreciated that the prices were reasonable & matched the quality of the food & overall experience.
This is definitely a nice spot if you're looking for a place to enjoy a meal, have a good drink, & create a nice memory with your friends or family. The combination of great service, a pleasant atmosphere, tasty food, & fair prices makes it a restaurant I would recommend. I'd be happy to come back again & try more dishes from their menu.
Decent experience overall. We came here on a busy Friday night & managed to snag a table near the bar. The pizza was cooked perfectly with a nice crispy crust & the ingredients tasted very fresh. My partner enjoyed their pasta dish as well. It gets quite loud inside when the place is packed so do not expect a quiet intimate conversation. However the vibrant energy is part of the charm. We will likely be back for another round of drinks & appetizers soon.
Jun 25, 2026
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My wife & I recently met a business colleague for dinner at Zibo on Peel Street in Griffintown, Montreal. Unfortunately, the experience was disappointing.
I do not enjoy giving restaurants poor reviews, especially in Canada & even more so in my hometown of Montreal. However, my recent visit to Zibo left me no choice.
Zibo is a Quebec-based restaurant chain serving Asian-California fusion cuisine.
The restaurant is attractive & includes a sidewalk patio for outdoor dining. However, it was too windy that evening for us to consider sitting outside.
We received a warm welcome, with service available in both English & French. Although we had a reservation for 6:30 PM, there were plenty of tables available. Our server was attentive, & we began with a shared plate of calamari. Unfortunately, the portion was very small & buried under bland batter. It was among the worst calamari I have had, especially at a price of Cdn. $20.00.
For my main course, I ordered the salmon with citrus salsa verde, served with quinoa & fresh vegetables. The salmon was slightly burnt on the bottom, but otherwise edible. The citrus salsa verde was acceptable, but not particularly memorable. The quinoa was served at room temperature, & the vegetables were severely undercooked. I know restaurants serve vegetables al dente, but my broccoli was positively undercooked.
My wife felt the restaurant was expensive for such a casual place. The bill for two, without any alcohol (we don't drink) was $ 150.00 for two, which was way too expensive for the quality of the food we were served.
I hope Zibo makes improvements in the kitchen, because right now, I would suggest it's not worth the visit.
Exceptionally slow service. Didn't get drinks until 30 minutes after we sat down. Ignored for a full 20 minutes. We had reservations & were on time. Seemed understaffed on the floor. No apologies for the delays. Food was average. Would not return unless service improves.
Food was absolutely delicious, drinks were cold & fresh. We sat at the bar & the waiters & kitchen staff were nothing but pleasant, friendly, professional & full of good recommendations. Laurent was super helpful with great suggestions & made our special night memorable. 11/10,will come back
This is a pretty nice spot. My gf & I came through for a quick drink. We had the halloumi fries (which aren't actually fries but were delicious nonetheless), & since cocktails. I loved the decor, really great vibe. The server was very nice. The only thing off was the price but not the biggest bill I have ever had. I would recommend!
