Kyo Bar Japonais

This Japanese restaurant is located near the Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, which is very convenient for travelers like me. I checked the Google rating before going in, but unfortunately, I was a little disappointed.

I ordered the curry pork and yakiudon, but the taste didn’t quite meet my expectations. The tempura was very dry and didn’t look appealing at all. The server didn’t seem very attentive either, which affected the overall experience. Also, the washroom is located downstairs, which might not be convenient for everyone.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 3

A fun and cozy izakaya bar. The kaarage chicken was an absolute winner. Crispy, crunchy, moist inside, and has a delightful slightly spicy warmth. Perfectly done japanese fried chicken that pairs well with Asahi beer. The gyozas weren't so perfect, drowning in a Thai sweet hot sauce. The curry chicken sauce was flavorful and popping but the chicken was was ordinary, slightly over cooked, there wasnt anything to dip into the curry sauce so we ordered a bowl of rice to accompany. The sushi was surprisingly good. We ordered califonia rolls, and it arrived with sweet tamago, unexpected and yet delightful sweet touch. We also ordered a rainbow roll, that was also good.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great service from Elizabeth and her manager Mathilde who advised us on our sakes on Saturday, don't hesitate to ask for advice! I recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The udon is on the spicier side. The sesame filling of the sesame and matcha sphere was the best part.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Get the black cod fish! Twas a highlight. That sauce used today was also really good, portions very reasonable to price, honestly just tasted great especially with the mushrooms and whatever else that was positively going on there 5/5

Chicken skewer were nice, tender

Service was great by the team special thanks to our waitress Anika (hope I remembered the name right sorry if my memory does not serve me well!) August 21 2025 9pm

Staff knows their menu very well
And are very patient and kind

Reasonable portions for the sashimi was somewhat solid at best, but Ive had better. Id rather go elsewhere for my sashimi fix.
though there were one or two pieces I had that was way too mushy textured not sure why but not to my liking, not sure if it was the type of fish or something else

Ambiance was very good

Ill be back , mainly for when I am craving black cod thank you

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Best sushi in Montreal hands down!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sitting outside was fantastic and the food was very good. My only real complaint is the price is a little much.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 3

Great place for small plates to share. Food was delishous & service was great too!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This was some of the best sushi we've had in recent memory. We got the Haru roll (pictured) as well as their spring roll and rainbow roll and wow it was good. The rice was super soft. The fish tasted super fresh and melted in your mouth. I thought this was very reasonably priced as well. We would come back in a heartbeat.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Best sushi tapas place I have ever been

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food was ok and price is reasonable. Friendly staff, clean and quiet atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

We had dinner last night. Our waiter Jess gave us a heads up right away that they serve tapas. Starving as we were, we ordered at least 2-3 dish each. Halfway through, our stomachs were filling for ‘ full capacity’ status. I can say the taste is superb and deserves a Michelin star. It is a bit pricey but it’s worth every bite. Good ambiance as well!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Élisabeth was very delightful and was very helpful for choosing our menu and wine pairing. We had the wagyu gyoza, the rainbow and the beef and maguiro tatakis, plus some sashimis. All very tasteful

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Excellent

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Pretty good food, quantities seem tiny but they’re really filling. Location is nice. slight problem that it did take a little bit of time for us to have someone to talk to us even though we had a reservation

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4