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 food was very delicious. The staff is very kind & the cooking staff is friendly as well! I highly recommend! I will be coming back :) I got the oysters & they were so fresh, the definitely care about the quality!
Apr 13, 2024
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We had a great meal & the service was attentive. Those + the lively ambience made for a fun evening! ONE CAVEAT: ask for the sommelier if you want a knowledgeable wine recommendation-we first went with a white wine recommended by the server that turned out to be orange-coloured (despite not being an orange wine) & undrinkable past a sip or two.
Les plats étaient absolument délicieux, mais ça revient très cher parce que les portions sont microscopiques donc il faut commander 3-4 plats *par personne* pour être rassasié. Ça se veut être de style « tapas », mais ce sont des prix de plats complets. Si vous avez un petit appétit ou un grand portefeuille, vous vous y retrouverez. Le service était impeccable.
Very cute & intimate spot with breezy laid back decor. Food was spectacular - high level of detail in every dish. Reasonably priced. Attentive service. Worth repeat visits
We came in a Saturday night without reservation & were seated at a table such a way that my partner's chair was always hit whenever staff passed to serve at other tables. Service was fairly cold, the waitress asked if we wanted the bill almost immediately after we finished our last plate. The food was great but overall for the price we paid i would go elsewhere next time. This was my first time here.
Apr 6, 2024
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Upscale korean food. Extremely delicious oysters. New takes on korean classics. This place was outstanding the chef & cooks here are doing an absolutely phenomenal job. The service was very good as well I never had an empty glass & everyone was very nice. I definitely want to come back.
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 !
We were a big group & did the fixed menu; the services were all incredible. The first amuse-bouche was a crispy & savory porchini&truffle dumpling which really set the tone for the deliciousness of the following dishes.
Mar 24, 2024
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My visit to 9 Tail Fox Restaurant left me quite disappointed. Despite eagerly anticipating the experience after following them on Instagram, the reality fell short. While the dumplings were decent, the excessive use of soy sauce on everything detracted from the overall enjoyment. The sea bass dish was particularly disappointing; not only was the portion size minuscule, but the vegetables were drowned in a salty, bitter sauce that made them nearly inedible. This sentiment was shared among my friends, who also found the dishes overly salty. Hopefully, the restaurant can address these issues to provide a more satisfying dining experience in the future.
The waitress was very insightful & kind. We came to eat before the rush & we were hesitating between 2 cocktails. She gave us 2 small samples so we could choose which one to order. We ordered oysters, crudo, lamb meatballs, duck confit & jjamppong paella... & wow. We were in awe after each dish. Especially the paella.. the harmony of spicy & buttery goodness with seafood.. 20/10
Nous avions réservé ce restaurant pour le souper. A mon plus grand étonnement, nous avons été placés au bar alors que nous avions réservé une table en amont. Cela m'a beaucoup agacée car la serveuse aurait pu nous le préciser au téléphone. C'est la moindre des choses quand vous prenez la peine de faire la réservation surtout que là, les serveuses allaient & venaient dans notre dos, ce n'était pas du tout agréable. Surtout quand vous sentez les frottements. 😩 Quand on choisit savamment & longtemps après un bon restaurant en tout point pour passer un bon moment, ce n'est clairement pas le genre de choses que l'on souhaite! Bref, les plats étaient bons, mais manquaient de peps & de saveur à certains moments. J'ai trouvé les prix vraiment trop onéreux pour ce que c'était. Les quantités sont très petites. Il faut commander je ne sais pas combien de « plats » si vous voulez avoir la sensation d'avoir été manger au restaurant. Ce n'est clairement pas un restaurant où l'on ressort à sa faim selon moi. Ou alors, soyez prêts à casquer énormément d'argent! 🤑
Mar 17, 2024
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Très bonne cuisine! Bon qualité prix & service hors paire! 🙌 Nous venons de découvrir ce restaurant dans notre quartier, nous avons déjà hâte d'y retourner & de le faire découvrir à d'autres! 🤩🙃
Finally a restaurant with a decent music volume level! It was very easy to speak even if there was a small background music noise. I loved it! On the food scale, it was AMAZING for everything: - the dumpling was just drooling & tasteful 🤤 - the pumpkin gnocchi were delicious - the lamb meatballs were simply fantastic Only disappointment were the squid skewer, a bit rubbery. The flavors were amazing, thought! & the cocktail was very good & flavorful: a nice spicy mandarin with tequila cocktail. I highly recommend this place, a nice tapas style restaurant perfect for connecting with your friends 😀 & if you ask nicely, it can be possible to order some plates for takeout. It's not the primary type of service, but they can accommodate if you ask politely.
