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Iru Izakaya

Authentic Japanese small plates meet the vibrant spirit of Quebec City nightlife.

Sainte-Foy-Sillery-Cap-Rouge
4.5$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11 am
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Iru Izakaya delivers an authentic Japanese culinary experience through an extensive selection of small plates designed for communal enjoyment. The kitchen focuses on traditional techniques, crafting flavorful offerings ranging from fresh sashimi to expertly prepared hot tapas. Patrons encounter a specialized menu that highlights seasonal ingredients while maintaining the core principles of precise Asian flavor profiles. The interior space features a focused design layout conducive to shared meals and efficient table service. Guests navigate a diverse array of plates that emphasize textural contrasts and balanced seasoning throughout every course. This establishment maintains a commitment to consistent quality, ensuring that every preparation adheres to rigorous standards of taste and presentation. The atmosphere remains centered on the interplay between innovative preparation and classical Japanese culinary fundamentals for every guest.
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5★
73%
4★
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3★
6%
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Reviews for Iru Izakaya

Food
Service
on Google4.6 (1600+)
*as of 2026-08-15
5★
73%
4★
14%
3★
6%
2★
6%
1★
1%

Review Summary

Iru Izakaya offers a vibrant Japanese-inspired dining experience that many patrons find memorable, frequently highlighting the warm atmosphere, beautiful decor, and high-quality sharing platters like the ribs, takoyaki, and karaage. While many guests praise the attentive, professional service and creative cocktail menu, opinions on the food remain mixed, with some diners celebrating the authentic and balanced flavors while others find certain main dishes, such as ramen or fried rice, to be lacking in consistency or value. The restaurant is generally viewed as a great spot for celebrations or group outings, though some visitors note that the volume can occasionally be quite high and that the pricing may feel steep for the portion sizes provided. Overall, the majority of customers appreciate the unique culinary journey and plan to return, suggesting that while the experience can vary, the restaurant remains a popular destination in Quebec.
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Très bel expérience tres bon restaurant, prenez le menu expérience & vous serez comblé !!

Grand eventail de saké essayer les pas d'autres place comme celle ci!

Apr 21, 2026
on Google

They've gotten much better overtime. We went the week the Izakaya opened & had ramens. We both found it too salty & it was a bit underwhelming at the time. If I had rated it at the time, I would have given a solid 2 stars for food.
We went a second time about a year ago & it was already much better, but still had a few issues... During this visit, I had their seafood yakisoba (I forgot the full name sadly) & was mostly pleased but I did find the octopus to be rubbery... This would have been a 3 Stars in food at that time.
Now we went last month & I had the bacon-chicken yakisoba & my partner had the ramen. I did also order a set of 3 tasters of Sake. I must say that this was the one: food was absolutely wonderfull & way more flavorful, textures were right & everything felt harmoneous. Sake was wonderful but I must say that me, a person with next to zero knowledge on sake had a hard time finding that much nuance in-between the 3 sakes we were served, but nonetheless, I enjoyed them thoroughly. Had a great time.

& I must give a special mention to the staff, regardless of when we went, they were all wonderful, that has never been an issue at this restaurant.

Mar 16, 2026
on Google

We had an amazing time at Iru. We all took the discovery menu & plates after plates we we're amazed.

The waiter Tan (Sorry if I butcher the name) was perfect. We ended up with a round of Sake bomb offered by the house.

I encourage everyone that loves a good vibes & good food to give this a try.

Cheers

Feb 26, 2026
on Google

Accueil chaleureux. Notre table était prête même si nous sommes arrivés un peu à l'avance.
Le serveur a été tout simplement parfait. Ses suggestions & explications étaient toutes à-propos.
Ses connaissances des différents sake m'ont impressionnées; il faut dire que la carte des sake est imposantes. Plusieurs en importation privée. Le serveur m'a montré la fiche SAQ d'un sake que je ne connaissait; bref, il nous a donné un service au-delà de nos attentes. Quant au repas, ce fut délicieux & surprenant du début à la fin.
Je recommande chaudement & fortement.
Bravo & merci.

Feb 15, 2026
on Google

J'y allais pour une deuxième fois après avoir été très déçue la première fois, sauf pour le saké. Cette fois, même le saké était décevant car on n'offrait pas la possibilité de goûter à 3 saké différents. Quant à la cuisine, le chef devrait aller chercher de l'inspiration au Japon & démêler dans sa tête trois cuisines différentes: la chinoise la coréenne & la japonaise. Iru izakaya est le pire restaurant japonais en ville.

Dec 8, 2025
on Google

Au début, j'étais hésitant à essayer ce type de resto franchise qui nous promet des mets Japonais & où beaucoup de Québecois travaillent.

Ils ont réussi à me faire changer d'idée avec des mets parfaitement maîtrisés & que dire de la barmaid qui maîtrisait les connaissances des sakés sur le bout de doigts 👌

Aug 3, 2025
on Google

Nourriture excellente, grand choix de saké mais aucune bière japonaise véritable, seul bémol

Dec 1, 2024
on Google

Superbe déco, menu intéressant, super sélection de saké. Un bémol : mon bouillon n'était pas assez chaud dans mon ramen. Dommage.

Aug 15, 2024
on Google

Trais bon service par Marie-soleil 💯 conseille si tu vien amené ton argent & esseille tout avec un bon sake

Jul 9, 2024
on Google

Première visite. Beau concept. Carte de saké impressionnante & cocktails magnifiques. Service détendu & sympathique. Belles portions. Ne manque plus qu'une ambiance Nippone authentique & des saveurs... savoureuses. Tout est uniquement salé, Pokuribu supposément glacé...à la sauce brune Mazemen tantan lourd, pâteux, sans goût...Ramen au bouillon fade & quelconque). Désolé mais côté nourriture c'est franchement...très décevant pour être poli, & très dispendieux en proportion de la qualité. On y va pour boire ? Oui. Pour manger ? Non. Date de la visite : 29 juin.

Jun 29, 2024
on Google