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.
Everything was excellent.
The service was great & the food was amazing.
We've got to try one of their new recipes (crab cake) & it was delicious.
The cocktails were good too.
The vibe was also great.
I recommend it.
Food: great quality & taste but notable decrease in volume (compared to 3 other dinners there) - we ordered more plates than usual & still left a bit hungry.
Service: fantastic
Atmosphere: great vibes, very pleasant
Food is incredible - balanced menu & a fantastically talented chef to bring it to life. Service is always friendly & attentive. Vibe of the restaurant is relaxed, great music - notn too loud. Great spot to catch up with friends or loved ones over a bottle of soju!
Sep 20, 2025
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9 Tail Fox never disappoints! Everything from the atmosphere to the food is always on point. The vibe is cozy yet lively, making it the perfect spot whether you're catching up with a friend or enjoying a night out. The dishes are beautifully presented, full of flavor, & you can tell there's real care put into the menu. Service is friendly & attentive without ever feeling rushed. Honestly, one of Montreal's hidden gems - if you haven't been yet, you're missing out!
I was craving raw fish with soju, but they were out 😭(I guess I will have to come 🔙), so I tried the pork belly, chicken heart, salmon tartare, matcha ice cream, ginger ice cream, & cheesecake instead. The chicken heart was my favorite-I've loved it since childhood! Some dishes were so close to perfection but just needed a bit more balance to truly shine. Say, I would've really enjoyed a fresh or pickled element to cut through the richness of the heavier pork & mussels.
The vibe is amazinggg, felt like I escaped for a moment. It's a peaceful, relaxing spot to eat & drink. The presentation was stunning 😍, & I love the smaller portions, making it easy to try multiple dishes.😋 Excited to see the summer menu~ The ginger ice cream tasted just like Swedish pepparkakor really so so good!
Dumplings were very good, but other menus were a bit disappointing because it lacked flavor imo, although it was still good. But realistically, I don't see myself coming back here to try other menus. Price is nice for a high-end restaurant. One thing that I found weird was that the server(s) was wearing an Adidas jogger, which I dont think matches the environment of the restaurant. Turned the nice restaurant vibe into a family owned restaurant real quick loool. But they were nice!
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 !
Our favourite go-to spot in Saint-Henri, both for casual nights & for special occasions! Chic vibes & uniquely delicious food that's surprisingly filling. The service is also VIP 👌 - Le Kioko
The food was absolutely fantastic. Flavorful bites. A must try in Montréal. I was really impressed with dinner. We started with their seasonal corn & cuttlefish soup. Then got oysters, duck hearts, steak & potatoes & crudo. Everything was super fresh & beautifully presented. Great staff & vibes.
Had a great time, food was amazing. Our server was welcoming as well, apologies, I don't know if she gave her name or I'm just having a blank, but she was a vibe & made our time there enjoyable. Will definitely eat here again. Thanks!
