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Ai Dumpling

Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG)
4.8$ & $$
OPEN11 am - 1 am
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Ai Dumpling Notre-Dame-de-Grâce (NDG), Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Ai Dumpling specializes in the preparation of handmade Chinese dumplings featuring thin, delicate wrappers filled with seasoned meat and vegetable blends. The kitchen prioritizes traditional steaming and pan-searing techniques to achieve optimal texture and flavor profiles for every serving. Patrons encounter a straightforward menu focused on authentic regional recipes that highlight the balance of savory fillings and aromatic spices. Each batch remains crafted with precise attention to dough consistency and ingredient quality to ensure structural integrity during consumption. The compact interior space provides a functional setting designed for efficient service and focused culinary appreciation. This establishment maintains a clear commitment to dumpling craft, delivering consistent results for those seeking specialized dough-based dishes. The preparation process emphasizes technical accuracy and adherence to fundamental flavor combinations characteristic of this specific culinary tradition.

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Reviews for Ai Dumpling

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Review Summary

Ai Dumpling is widely celebrated as a hidden gem in Montreal, renowned for serving some of the most authentic, fresh, and delicious handmade dumplings in the city. Guests frequently highlight the cozy, homey atmosphere where visitors can watch staff prepare dough from scratch, contributing to an intimate experience that many describe as eating at a grandmother's kitchen. While the venue is occasionally noted as being small or modest, the consistently high quality of the food, the variety of flavorful fillings, and the welcoming nature of the staff make it a favorite destination. Although experiences can occasionally vary, the overwhelming majority of visitors appreciate the fast service, fair pricing, and the memorable taste of items like the curry beef or pork and coriander dumplings, solidifying its reputation as a must-visit spot for dumpling enthusiasts.
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Resto chinois super cute avec une belle ambiance chaleureuse ! Les dumplings maison faits à la main sont tout simplement délicieux & les employés sont tous très gentils. On se sent vraiment chez soi! Ma fille & moi avons adoré cet endroit. À recommander sans hésitation!

Jun 19, 2026
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Great dumplings & excellent service! Highly recommend it!!!

Jun 14, 2026
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i am not from montreal, but every time i come to visit i have to go here, service is swift but meaningful, food is delicious, feels like im eating at home, its amazing i 1000% recommend

Jun 5, 2026
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Super bon , staff très sympathique, très recommandé

May 20, 2026
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The cucumber salad was addictive! We got the pork & Coriander, shrimp, lamb & Coriander, Beef Coriander & they were all so delicious, hughly recommended, we will be coming back.

Mar 28, 2026
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Really good food, very friendly people. Highly recommended!

Mar 6, 2026
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The best dumpling place in Montreal!! My number one place to go eat! The prices are really good , perfect quality, made with love & good ambiance))) I recommend it !

Mar 5, 2026
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5.0

Amazing food & amazing owner!! 10/10 highly recommended

Jan 30, 2026
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The dumplings were delicious, we also had an entrée of cabbage salad, which was incredible, the service was perfect, definitely recommend

Dec 24, 2025
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The service was very accommodating, the food came quickly, they made great recommendations! The dumplings were some of the freshest I've had, I would highly recommend this local spot. They stay open until 1 am, great to keep in mind after a night out 😉.

Nov 13, 2025
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