Kyo Bar Japonais

Vaishnav Kv (24 reviews)

18 May 2026

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4.3

Had a great experience at Kyo in Montreal. The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, and the staff were incredibly friendly. A special thank you to Margaux for the excellent service — attentive, kind, and made the evening even more enjoyable. Definitely a spot worth visiting for great Japanese food and a warm dining experience!

Rachel Shen (389 reviews)

17 May 2026

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4.0

A cute Japanese restaurant in a very ideal location in Montreal! I hosted a big bachelorette dinner here with 15 girls, Kyo was very easy to communicate with, and they offered multiple menu options at varying reasonable price points. I really appreciate the ease of booking and how I didn’t have to think about what people were going to order. One hiccup was that I had indicated ahead of time that one of the guests had a seafood allergy, which I understand can be difficult for Japanese restaurant. I had expected them to tailor the $70 menu to her, however, they let us know that it was gonna be difficult and instead asked her to pick from the à la carte menu. She had no problem with this, but I felt bad and didn’t want her to think that I had an indicated ahead of time of her dietary restriction. Overall, the meal was good. It was a little bit slow to start coming out. I think our total dining time was over two hours which was fine because we were celebrating something but for the first 30 minutes I feel like no food came out. A little bit on the salty side, but I enjoyed every dish. For the price point I think it was perfect. I would recommend this for a group dinner again. The high top tables weren’t the most comfortable for such a large group as we were essentially split in two, but for a group of 6-8 it would be perfect!

S S (4 reviews)

15 May 2026

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4.3

The food here is excellent, last time i came the service was really great too. However this time i will say the waiter was very passive aggressive with my table. Which i didnt appreciate so thats why its 3 instead of 5

Jacob Murat (1 review)

13 May 2026

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5.0

W service by Francis, respect

Roberto Faria (109 reviews)

13 May 2026

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5.0

Wonderful Japanese restaurant. Got here late (~10:15pm). Kitchen closes at 10:30pm, so perfect for a late dinner. Maki platter was excellent. Recommend having it with their warm Sake. Atmosphere was cozy and elegant.

Charlotte Ibrelisle (15 reviews)

11 May 2026

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1.0

Not fresh and pricey

Ying Sia (24 reviews)

10 May 2026

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3.3

Loud on a Sat evening but food was really good - especially the beef short ribs. Sashimi was really fresh too. Highly recommended!

Steve Sparks (4 reviews)

10 May 2026

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5.0

Fantastic $120.00 tasting. The service and the food were the best.

Emme Abbs (46 reviews)

7 May 2026

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5.0

The cocktails, mocktails and food are all great. We loved the 10 pc chef’s sashimi, 10 pc chef’s maki, vegetarian spring rolls, and particularly the tataki sake. The matcha colada, Taiyo, fleur du Kyo, and eclat rose were all delicious as well. They were easily able to accommodate a gluten allergy. Service was good.

Troy Harrington (7 reviews)

7 May 2026

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4.3

Amazing food! We hope to go back someday.

RG (312 reviews)

3 May 2026

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4.7

This was a 5/5 Japanese cuisine experience here in Mtl and super close to where we were staying. 3 of us including a toddler ended up here for dinner and they had the perfect table with a high chairs for my child ready to go as we showed up. The food was delicious. We ordered quite a tasting menu, which included aome dishes like udon yaki, tataki, skewers, edmamae, spicy Salman sushi, karage chicken and a heaping extra of pickled ginger slices. Thanks for hooking us up with that. The wasabi tasted fresh and it was super good!! A great place to dine in for dinner and the atmosphere was quite the vibe.

Muhammad Talha (11 reviews)

3 May 2026

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5.0

I went here with my girlfriend and we tried the tasting menu. We’re both big foodies, so we had high expectations, and honestly, it didn’t disappoint at all. Every dish was well thought out and full of flavor. The service was great, friendly, attentive, and not over the top. The ambiance was also really nice, comfortable and perfect for a relaxed evening.Overall, we had a really good experience and would definitely come back.

TenK Zhao (2 reviews)

2 May 2026

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1.0

Bad Attitude to costumer

Salyna De Masi (7 reviews)

2 May 2026

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3.7

My friend and I were so excited to eat here as the reviews seem amazing and the pictures looked incredible. But overall we thought the food was mid and expensive for what it was. We ordered gyoza, the 7 pc sashimi and 15 pc chefs choice sushi. Nothing special about it tbh… This place was pretty disappointing considering how highly it’s rated. However the atmosphere was pretty cool and the decor was nice. But other than that, we wouldn’t come back

Laura Lopez (57 reviews)

1 May 2026

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5.0

I ordered the tasting menu and it was absolutely amazing. The portions were generous and everything was really good.

Kris Ru (302 reviews)

28 Apr 2026

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4.0

Nice place, but unfortunately getting very loud in the evening 😩

Boris Kutser (59 reviews)

26 Apr 2026

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5.0

A great date night place. Very chic , food was amazing. Service staff was very good and explained well the Kyo concept. Definitely réserve ahead, place was packed but reservations are early available a few days ahead... Parking is a bit of an issue but it is always the case in the old port of Montreal, as a suggestion- just keep in driving on Saint-Antoine west to the court parking lot...only a few steps away . Warmly recommended place.

Restaurant response

Response added on 27 Apr 2026

Dear Mr. Kutser, Thank you for your kind words. We’re glad you enjoyed your date night with us, as well as the food, service, and overall experience. We also appreciate your helpful note regarding parking — it will certainly be useful for other guests visiting the area. We hope to welcome you again soon at Kyo Bar Japonais. Mathilde, Director Kyo Bar Japonais

Eric (206 reviews)

25 Apr 2026

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4.3

Elizabeth is the best. Kind, Insightful and just amazing.

Restaurant response

Response added on 27 Apr 2026

Dear M. Eric, Thank you for your kind words. We’re very lucky to have Elizabeth on our team — we’ll be sure to share your feedback with her. We hope to welcome you again soon at Kyo Bar Japonais. Mathilde, Director Kyo Bar JaponaisDear,

Mark Zuppo, Jr. (2 reviews)

24 Apr 2026

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5.0

Unbelievable food, service, and atmosphere. I was attending a conference in Montreal and happened upon this restaurant and I was very grateful that I did. One of the best food experiences I have ever had! I deferred the food recommendations to Kathy and she did not disappoint with both her selections and service. The first recommendation was the Gindara Saikyo Yaki, which was absolutely outstanding. I would visit Montreal from Ohio just to eat this dish. Next was the Unagi roll… also outstanding. Packed with lots of ginger on the side, which I appreciate. Last was the Tataki Maguro. Amazing. You absolutely have to try it. Perfect amount of spicy and crunchy, packed with flavor. I am very grateful to have happened upon Kyo. I cannot recommend it highly enough. My compliments to the chef and the entire team for an incredible experience. Thank you for your care in cultivating such incredible dishes in a fun, enjoyable environment. And a special thank you to Kathy who hit a home run with her suggestions!

Restaurant response

Response added on 27 Apr 2026

Dear M. Zuppo, Jr, Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback. We’re truly delighted to hear that your experience with us was one of the best you’ve had and that you enjoyed the dishes as well as the overall atmosphere. We will be sure to share your kind words with our kitchen team and especially with Kathy — she will be very happy to know her recommendations made such an impression. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again soon at Kyo Bar Japonais. Mathilde, Director Kyo Bar Japonais

richard w (47 reviews)

16 Apr 2026

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5.0

Great service Great food Always an amazing place to visit

bruce manno (18 reviews)

13 Apr 2026

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4.3

Shared many items and the Udon dish by far was the best. Sushi rolls were good but nothing spectacular. Picture includes sushi rolls and raw scallops.

Vinchy Mooneesamy (59 reviews)

13 Apr 2026

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1.0

Rude staff. Tables were empty with no reservation and she made us sit at the bar with no explanation. Expensive food and long wait.

Fredica Hajj (34 reviews)

11 Apr 2026

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3.0

Honestly, this was a disappointing experience. Given the prices, the quality felt underwhelming at best. We ordered the Gyuyaki (miso), which arrived cold and chewy, with nothing particularly memorable about it. We also went for the chef’s choice sashimi and maki. When you order something labeled “chef’s choice,” you expect it to showcase the restaurant’s strengths, both in flavor and creativity. Unfortunately, neither stood out. It lacked not only originality but also depth in taste. As someone who genuinely loves sushi and has tried everything from high-end omakase to more casual spots, I can confidently say I’ve had better experiences at places that cost significantly less. The only dish I truly enjoyed was the mushroom skewers, which were flavorful and well-prepared. Service was another letdown. From the beginning, the waiter came across as unfriendly and slightly condescending. There was little effort to be helpful or welcoming, and the way the tip was brought up felt awkward and far from subtle. Overall, it feels like the restaurant has declined since the menu change. Not only were some great items removed, but the overall quality seems to have dropped as well. At this price point, it simply isn’t worth it anymore. The only aspect that still holds up is the ambiance. Food (quality/price): 6/10 Service: 3/10 Ambiance: 8/10

Jeff (5 reviews)

10 Apr 2026

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2.7

Portions are noticeably smaller than they used to be, while prices remain high, making the value worse. The place was also very loud and crowded, and service felt slow and inattentive at times. Food and drinks were average at best and didn’t justify the price. Overall, it feels like quality and value have declined.

Derek Lightz (73 reviews)

8 Apr 2026

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4.7

Great atmosphere paired with attentive and welcoming service made for an enjoyable dining experience overall. The food was solid, with the udon standing out as particularly delicious—well-prepared and full of flavor. The salmon poke bowl, while fresh, felt a bit underwhelming compared to others I’ve had. A few additions like kimchi, avocado and onion could really elevate the dish and bring more depth and balance. Overall, a pleasant spot with strong service and standout dishes, with just a bit of room for refinement on certain menu items.