Reviews describe BBQ KUI as a lively, bustling Korean barbecue spot with a warm, celebratory vibe where conversations flow as the grill sizzles and aromas build anticipation. The menu offers a wide variety of marinated meats, udon, and other favorites, with a bring-your-own-wine option seen as a bonus that enhances the experience. Food is consistently praised for freshness and flavor, and service is noted as fast and attentive even on busy nights, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. Some drawbacks include occasional understaffing leading to missing orders and longer waits, and a higher price point with some complaints about sides; a noticeable amount of smoke is also mentioned. Overall, this location is regarded as a reliable, repeatable choice in Montreal and Verdun, described as a hidden gem by many and a place guests plan to return to for celebrations and casual dinners alike.
Très belle découverte…!
Nous nous sommes régalé & le personnel est agréable & serviable.
Tarif unique mais des plats à volonté & c'est vraiment bon.
Nous y retournerons pour sur.
We rolled in with less than 10 minutes before last call (basically expecting to eat air for dinner) & instead got welcomed like it was no big deal. Ricky, our server, was so patient & kind. He gave us extra time, checked in often, & never once made us feel like a burden. Honestly, he saved us from being full-on hangry monsters.
The food? Amazing. The udon deserves a standing ovation. & since it was last call, they even let us bring left overs so nothing went to waste (not their everyday policy, but a thoughtful, food-conscious move that worked perfectly for everyone).
What I really liked was how they adjusted depending on the situation. A few people even arrived later than us, & the staff still made it work. It's clear that if you show up polite & understanding, they meet you with the same energy.
Cozy vibe, perfect little jazz music at the right volume, & service that turned a chaotic rainy night into one of the best evenings I've had in a while. 100% recommend (& next time, I swear I'll get there on time).
We went on a Saturday night. The food was good, but the overall experience was unpleasant. The restaurant was clearly understaffed. A lot of our orders were missing. In between batches, my friends & I were waiting on empty table for half an hour. The staff were sooo busy. We asked at least 5 times if our order were still coming, every time they said yes. In the end we waited so long that we weren't hungry anymore, just wanted to finish the experience. For this price range, there are lots of other choices.
The wife & I misread the closing hours & showed up at 9pm on a thursday night. We found out on arrival that the kitchen's last call would be at 9:15 - not ideal for a BYOB AYCE experience…EXCEPT our server Ricky took the time to explain in detail how the chef could prepare a full course tasting menu & they could extend the kitchen's closing time by an extra 15min (we pushed it to 25min, but it didn't seem like too big of a deal). All in all we were very happy that we decided to stay & got to taste basically the whole menu, even if that last-call curated menu is a bit carb heavy. Big thanks to Ricky for his patience & understanding, & of course thank you to the kitchen staff for sticking around a few minutes longer for us!
Once again, we went to Kui for supper, & it was simply amazing!
There is a reason we go to this little gem time & time again. The food is simply good & consistent. Nice shrimp, cut of beef premium, the service is attentive, & M. Lee & his wife are so nice. I find it important to give good review for restaurant but also like to continue to give them praise when granted. Being a customer of Kui since they opened & after going there numerous times will say It's my number one restaurant to go to for a nice supper.
Edit!!! Went to Kui tonight, & after going there numerous times, I am so happy to go there. The food is amazing... the best fresh meat & M. Lee is such a nice gentleman, always happy to see us, & always goes out of his way to make us feel welcome. It is a loud, fun & happy place. It's a bring your own wine, so if you want to try a real good Korean grill experience, you need to go se M. Lee at Kui!
Went there on a whim!!! Actually, the smells kinda brought us in. As I love Korean BBQ, I was excited to see one in Verdun. The place is nice. The BBQ grill works on butane, & I find them a little slow versus some place that use Natural gaz, but overall, when the plaque is up temperature we have a nice sear. The beef & chicken were very tasty as the appetizers we took. The staff is friendly & is very eager to please. Overall a great experience, & as a new restaurant in Verdun, I wish them good fortune & all the best!!
Nourriture fraîche, très goûteuse, savoureuse! Les personnel très accueillant, prend le temps de nous expliquer les différents plats. Si vous cherchez un vrai bon bbq coréens, c'est ici qu'il faut venir!!
Nourriture excellente, service chaleureux & courtois. Propriétaire consciencieux, se soucis de la satisfaction de ses clients. Vraiment au-dessus de nos attentes!!!
Went on Thursday & it was pretty busy, only 2 floor staff who were very aware & hard working, gave an amazing service despite how busy it was, kept a great attitude throughout the rush & offered great service! Food was delicious, all meats have different, unique & tasty marinades & sauces which were *a m a z i n g*. Appetizers were pretty good as well as the *onion salad* is a must order to pair with your meats, our waiter suggested it & he definitely knows his stuff! However, one aspect that confused me & my partner are the sides, the kimchi & seaweed salad come in take out sauce plastic packaging which is quite wasteful BUT don't worry, the sides still taste very good. Despite every good aspect about Kui, all restaurants have their downsides, so our only uncomfortable experience in the restaurant is the mediocre ventilation, & I am aware that many table BBQ restaurants have this common issue that is mostly unavoidable, but having my hair still smell like bbq currently isn't really comfortable. (I'm about to go shower rn dw) All in all, a great experience & a great service, would definitely recommend & come back again!
Jan 30, 2025
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Mom & Pop reataurant with excellent atmosphere. We went in & decided to order the Chef's special.. I wish I got a picture because the food/plating was on point! Better than other Korean BBQ I've been to in Montreal. Food was delicious! I'd definitely take my Vancouver friends here. Loved our server, he was so enthusiastic & I could feel how he loved the place & the food.
The Best KBBQ in Montreal undisputed! Staff is happy to work there, the food is fresh & tasty & generous portions! If he isn't busy talk to the owner Lee, we shared a glass of soju & beer, he is an amazing person!
Kui is a great place to out for dinner especially with a group of friends. The atmosphere is great. The staff are amazing especially the owner. Most importantly has a great selection of food & it always good.
