Iru Izakaya Ste-Foy

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Tiag B

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I had heard so much about the different Iru Izakaya locations that I had very high expectations. The atmosphere is really an experience! Whike the food was good, well presented, and tasty, I felt it was a little overrated. The menu had 'some' variety but somehow I wanted more options. Our waitress was ok, and I wasn't impressed with the service. We were 2, spent 100$/person, I expected just a tiny bit more.

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Jennifer

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Having tried so much Japanese food both in Japan and Canada, I’ve never come across anything this deceptive. We spent 180 dollars only to get tiny servings of food that tasted absolutely disgusting. I can’t believe there’s Japanese food this terrible. On top of that, the service was really slow, and we spent most of our time waiting. The portions were way too small, so we left still feeling hungry.

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Martin Leclerc

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Based on our recent lunch at Iru Izakaya in Sainte Foy, we encountered a dining experience defined by its contrasts. The service, provided by Priscilla, was functional and attentive, ensuring our orders were taken and meals delivered without issue. The atmosphere, hinted at by the "Carte Blanche" menu's promise of "l’art du partage à la japonaise" (the art of Japanese sharing), sets an appealing stage for a communal meal, though our visit landed in a comfortable, if not exceptional, middle ground. The highlights of our meal were genuinely delightful and showcased the kitchen's strengths. The TAKOYAKI was a masterclass in this classic street food—perfectly spherical with a crisp exterior that gave way to a tender, flavourful centre. It was a textbook example of how this dish should be executed. We were also tempted by other items on the extensive menu, from the sharing platters of GYOZA to the intriguing-sounding SHIO TOMATO SARADA with its crispy noodles, which suggests a kitchen with creative potential. However, this potential was not fully realized in every dish. The KINOKO MAZEMEN was a significant disappointment. While the description suggests a savory umami bomb from the mushrooms (kinoko), the reality was a bowl overwhelmed by a singular, cloying sweetness. The sauce was applied so heavily that it drowned the noodles and any other nuanced flavours, creating a monotonous and unbalanced dish that was difficult to finish. This misstep was particularly noticeable given the well-executed simplicity of other plates. In conclusion, Iru Izakaya presents a menu full of promise, from its "Menu Découverte" to its various grilled skewers (Kushiyaki). Our experience, however, was a mixed bag. While you can undoubtedly find excellent dishes like the superb takoyaki, the inconsistency in the kitchen—exemplified by the poorly balanced Kinoko Mazemen—means your enjoyment may be a roll of the dice. It’s a spot with a solid foundation and a compelling menu, but it needs more consistency to fully deliver on its concept of shared Japanese culinary artistry.

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Claire Nguyen

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The food was great in flavor and portion. I was here one when i was looking for a place to eat ramen near my place. My bow was giant with full topping, i could hardly breath after that bow. The space was amazing with beautiful lighting the music was quite loud to me, it was more like a bar to hang out with friends.

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Brittany Bowmaster

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Service was great and friendly! Atmosphere was inviting, fresh, clean. The food was amazing!! The miso soup broth was delicious and full of flavour. The tacos were fresh and so yummy. The flavours married together and the sushi was fresh and buttery. I do wish there was 1 or 2 more for a main dish. Each taco was only 2 bites and it was so yummy I definitely wanted more. My spouse ordered the other appetizers and rice dish. I tried all and also very full of flavours as it. Soy sauce was not even needed. We would definitely eat here again.