Best Catering Restaurants in Chinatown (2026) - Reviews & Menus

Chinatown

Review Summary

Reviews describe a classic dim sum spot where carts are not available at all hours and weekend brunch tends to be the busiest, with a wait for a table but dishes that are flavorful, filling, and often shareable, and some items can also be ordered from the menu. The atmosphere is described as traditional and nostalgic, with some calling it a hidden gem and others noting a run down or dated look that could use a refresh. Service ranges from attentive, friendly, and generous with extras like complimentary green tea and dessert to experiences that are slow, rushed, or even problematic, including one noted incident of rude treatment. The food generally receives praise for variety, freshness, and authentic flavors, including dim sum staples and select entrees, though a few visits report uneven quality, some items not being as fresh, or concerns about hygiene and cleanliness. Many diners appreciate good value for money and the ability to enjoy a lively cart service, while others encounter language barriers or menu confusion and differing opinions on the overall experience. Overall the reviews converge on appealing flavors and nostalgic charm with caveats about service consistency and cart availability depending on the visit.View restaurant profile

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Buboy

Opens Today at 11 am

(216)

Chinatown, Downtown

Filipino Comfort Food Soups Desserts & Sweets

Review Summary

Buboy is a cozy Filipino spot tucked into a small corner of a building in Montreal, praised for comforting, deeply satisfying flavors like bulalo with rich bone broth, tender meat, and sweet corn, along with crowd favorites such as pancit canton, lechon, kinilaw, and kare kare. Reviews describe an authentic carenderia vibe with generous portions, friendly and attentive service, and a range of dishes that feel like home cooking, while also noting occasional issues such as limited seating, tricky location, and moments of inconsistency in temperature or seasoning. The menu delights with items like miki, coconut soup with crispy pork, Laing, and a cantaloupe juice, and some experiences highlight special offerings like Kamayan feasts that are interactive and genuinely satisfying. A few visits mention order mix ups or sanitation concerns, but the overall impression is that Buboy offers unique, affordable Filipino comfort food that many would return for, especially the pancit canton, lechon, kinilaw, and bone broth.View restaurant profile

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Ravioli Mai Xiang Yuan

Opens Today at 11 am

(501)

Chinatown, Downtown

Chinese Dumplings Asian

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Ravioli Mai Xiang Yuan in Montreal's Chinatown is described as a cozy, unpretentious spot where the dumplings are the star and flavors feel homemade and authentic, with juicy pork, beef, lamb and chive fillings, chicken and shrimp options, and the famous soup dumplings that reviewers say are incredibly flavorful and comforting. The menu includes boiled and fried dumplings, cucumber salad, wood ear mushroom salad, and a cilantro and black mushroom salad, all praised for freshness, variety and satisfying portions at good value. Service is frequently highlighted as fast, friendly and attentive, though a cash only policy and on site ATM are noted by several reviewers, and a few mention occasional cleanliness concerns or pushy review requests. Overall, the place is seen as excellent value with high quality dumplings and a welcoming atmosphere that keeps guests coming back as one of the top dumpling spots in Montreal.View restaurant profile