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Yakitori Hibahihi
Binchotan yakitoriramenmazemensakePlaza Saint-HubertIse-born chef
Yakitori Hibahihi is Montreal's standout dedicated yakitori restaurant, where Ise City-born chef Hiroshi Kitano grills skewers over authentic binchotan charcoal alongside ramen, mazemen, and a thoughtful sake selection.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Rosemont / Plaza Saint-Hubert
- Since
- 2024
- Chef
- Hiroshi Kitano
Plate № 72
About
From Hiroshi Kitano — the acclaimed chef behind Kitano Shokudo and co-founder of Otto Yakitori — comes Yakitori Hibahihi, a focused yakitori restaurant on Plaza Saint-Hubert that brings the ancient Japanese art of binchotan charcoal grilling to Montreal in its most authentic form. The menu centres on skewers of precisely prepared chicken and seasonal ingredients cooked over binchōtan, paired with ramen and mazemen made in-house. Chef Hideyuki Imaizumi and the team bring deep Japanese culinary knowledge to a lively neighbourhood setting. The restaurant has quickly become a destination for Japanese food enthusiasts seeking genuine yakitori culture.
Neighborhood & visiting
Yakitori Hibahihi sits in Rosemont / Plaza Saint-Hubert, one of Montreal's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional yakitori restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Ise-born chef Hiroshi Kitano — Canada's 100 Best chef — behind the kitchen
- Authentic binchotan charcoal grilling, the traditional Japanese method for yakitori
- Outstanding ramen and mazemen alongside the core yakitori menu
- Lively Plaza Saint-Hubert location with excellent sake and an energetic neighbourhood vibe
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Frequently asked
About Yakitori Hibahihi
- Is Yakitori Hibahihi an authentic binchotan yakitori restaurant in Montreal?
- Yes — Yakitori Hibahihi is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for binchotan yakitori in Montreal: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused yakitori format.
- Where is Yakitori Hibahihi located?
- Yakitori Hibahihi is located at 6580 Rue Saint-Hubert, Montréal, QC H2S 2M3, Canada, Montreal, Canada in the Rosemont / Plaza Saint-Hubert neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Yakitori Hibahihi?
- Yakitori Hibahihi does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular yakitori restaurants in Montreal we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Yakitori Hibahihi?
- Yakitori Hibahihi sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for binchotan yakitori of this format in Montreal.
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