9 Tail Fox earns wide praise for a creative Korean-forward menu with French and Italian influences, led by a talented kitchen that crafts fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented dishes such as oysters, dumplings, crudo, octopus, and seafood paella, with a rotating menu that keeps the experience exciting. The portions are often generous, especially on multi course offerings, though a few guests find the prices a bit high and some visits feel a touch underwhelming for the cost. The atmosphere is described as cozy and lively, making it a great spot for dates or small groups, with a bar vibe that adds to the experience. Service is consistently highlighted as warm, attentive, and friendly, with staff that guide and explain flavors well, though occasional busy-night delays are noted. The restaurant is regarded as a neighborhood gem in Montreal, delivering bold flavors with thoughtful presentation and a strong focus on sharing plates. Several reviews rave about standout items like galbi, oysters, dumplings, and the variety of cocktails, while others emphasize the overall balance and creativity of the menu. The dining room and kitchen show care and energy, and the overall impression is one of a unique, approachable fusion experience that invites repeat visits. Overall, 9 Tail Fox comes across as a top pick for flavors, ambiance, and hospitality, a place where inventive dishes and a welcoming vibe come together to create memorable meals.
The menu at this place is my local favourite. Fresh & lively Korean flavours presented with French savoir-faire & heartiness. The kitchen service is relatively quick. The vibe is super cool, yet elegant. It's fun to be able to see the chefs working behind the bar. The wait staff are warm & very knowledgeable about the menu & wine pairings. My only quibble would be that when it gets busy, the staff are just a touch unattentive. Every visit has been wonderful & I look forward to returning soon.
Highly recommended! Bravo Chef Lee!
We had a wonderful dining experience at ???. Loved the lively atmosphere, attentive servers, & of course the food.
We tried 6 Korean forward dishes from the menu & had a pleasant surprise.
The food looked ordinary until you took the first bite. The delicious main ingredients were complimented by 8 different Devine sauces, I meant really different.
Chef Lee brought our taste buds on a journey, from simplistic to multilayer flavour. This restaurant is a hidden gem in plain sight!
Our group of 5 had the pleasure of dining here the other day to celebrate a birthday & a graduation.
Everything was perfect: the cozy cute atmosphere, Chanelle's friendly & attentive service, & the tasty dishes with some surprising & delicious spices & flavours! We tried the fresh fish with kimchi, the seafood paella, the duck, & the octopus. The oysters & dumpling appetizers were also out of this world, so was the cocktail! Highly recommend, we found our new neighbourhood gem 💗
I love the food here. Prices are very affordable compared to the quality of food you get in return. I'm always very impressed by the different ingredients they pair together, which you'd think would never work but end up being just the best surprise for your taste buds. The food is always super flavourful. & the desserts are sooooooooooo good!!!!!!!! I highly recommend this place.
This place is a gem. The food is melt in your mouth AMAZING! You eat well & feel great. The flavours, the portions, the service, the atmosphere are all done to perfection.
Every dish was exquisitely prepared with delicately nuanced Korean flavours mixed in with a French cooking style. We enjoyed & shared 8 different dishes & 2 desserts. Absolutely every dish was unique, delicious & had a beautiful presentation. Thank you Lee for an amazing meal & Chanel for your lovely service.
Had a chance to sit in terrace on the perfect weather! The food is always amazing. I love how they twist authentic Korean dishes with various interesting flavours! The dumplings, donkatsu & kimchi fried rice are my all time favourites. The service was very nice & welcoming. I really loved the whole atmosphere. I'll visit again soon :)
For the price, the portions are very small. Food is generally a bit bland or too salty. It's supposed to be a korean fusion restaurant, but all the korean inspired food do not really have any distinct korean flavour. Kimchi seasoning, jjampong, etc. do not taste like how they should. Just a "generic asian flavour". Service was decent, but could be better. Pouring water by reaching over the table & blocking the guests instead of pouring from the other side of the table, serving 5 shrimp chips for a table of 3 (like come on, the shrimp chip cost what, 5 cents each?). The atmosphere was okay but they leave the windows open & there are people smoking cigarettes & weeds on the streets & you can smell it all.
Came here for date night, as I've been wanting to check it out for a while. I appreciate the plant decor everywhere! Don't love the high seating as it's less comfortable for shorter folks, but overall nice atmosphere. Interesting food items (chicken hearts for ex.) alongside what I consider to be "Montreal classics" like burrata, salmon tartare & Caesar salad - but with their own spin. The Caesar was veryyy creamy & we didn't notice the kimchi flavour. The dumplings were delicious but the order only comes with 2 (will leave you wanting more). The shrimp toast was also a small portion but very tasty. Finally, we had the snow crab pesto homemade capellini which was very good too. There was a hint of maybe anis or fennel that threw us off at first but we came to appreciate. Be aware that it's not big portions & can add up quickly. Overall nice experience!
May 3, 2024
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Very nice Korean restaurant to bring friends or a date. The food was quite creative with its unique flavours & its presentation. The chefs really know what they're doing. My server was really good, they would check up on us to see if we were good. Nothing excessive, just the right amount of excellent service to not interrupt my date. My date really liked the vibe of the restaurant ! Would definitely go back again & I recommend anyone whether they are a foodie or not, to try out this Montreal gem !
The atmosphere is calm & warm, allowing you to connect with company. Perfect for a night out with friends or a romantic date. Food is more tapas style that pair well with alcohol. Korean flavours & spices are incorporated into the food in a very innovative way. I would recommend taking the oysters, beef tartare & burrata cheese.
Having visited Seoul & Tokyo on a few occasions over the last few years, I enjoyed this small neighborhood restaurant that takes its inspiration from Korea & Japan. A special note for the EXCEPTIONAL service. The waiter contacted us after we left to mention an error on our bill. How many times does this happen? The food is very good, the pricing is fair, the staff is friendly & kind, but I feel there are a few details that still can be improved to make this an exceptional dining experience. First, the music is too loud. It is almost impossible to hear & understand the waiters & have a conversation with someone at the table. Second, the menu is very good, but I feel some plates could be bolder. Our plate of lamb chops with mashed potatoes was well executed & perfectly cooked, but could have been prepared in any of the many French bistros in Montreal. I thought that this dish needed to have a stronger Korean-infused flavour (sauce?) to warrant a special place on the menu. Lastly, I feel that more care & professionalism should be directed at the drink menu. Our kind, attentive, serviable, but mostly overwhelmed waiter (there were a few minor hiccups in the kitchen that slowed the pace of the dinner - not a problem at our table), she had difficulty explaining to us some of the items on the drinks menu, their origin (local producer?) & their flavour profile to go with the menu. At a day & age where menus are ever more eclectic & complex, & the flavour profile of natural wines is often impossible to predict, I think that it is the important for the staff to have deeper understanding of what is offered to complement the menu. That being said, we will go back, perhaps on a more quiet evening or earlier on a busy to appreciate the food & the great service.
Everything was good & tasty. Well presented & all flavours were rich & balanced. One of the best restaurants in Montreal imho. Would definitely come back to try more items on the menus.
Everything was good & tasty. Well presented & all flavours were rich & balanced. One of the best restaurants in Montreal imho. Would definitely come back to try more items on the menus.
