Across numerous reviews, Bistro El Chino stands out for a fresh, vibrant fusion of Peruvian and Asian flavors, with fans raving about the tasting menu, generous portions, and superb quality of seafood such as octopus, tuna tataki, ceviche and tiradito. The menu discovery option is repeatedly described as a delicious, well balanced tour of the kitchen, with many noting the sauces as a key highlight. Service is repeatedly praised as attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere alongside stylish decor and a cozy vibe. Guests frequently mention pleasant value for money, especially for the tasting menu, and describe the cocktails and desserts as memorable, including a standout cake. While a few comments point to occasional pacing issues between courses or a dish that arrived a touch overcooked, the overall consensus is that Bistro El Chino delivers consistently high quality, something to revisit with friends or family and a strong recommendation for those seeking a unique, flavorful dining experience.
Excellent service & food, all of which was unique. Our waiter Roberto Nacho was fantastic as well. Will be back. Highly recommend the $45 tasting menu.
Le service était incroyable, les 2 serveurs très sympathiques & la nourriture arrivait vite. Je recommande fortement le menu dégustation pour 2, surtout le tataki de thon! Je reviendrai certainement.
Feb 15, 2026
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Food is fresh & exquisite. The service offered by our waitress Gabrielle was outstanding. I highly recommend this restaurant for people looking for a simple place to eat excellent food at a very decent price.
The tasting menu was absolutely AMAZING, the sea food was super fresh & not at all rubbery, the music was a vibe & our server, Angela I believe, was extremely kind & welcoming. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS RESTAURANT. It's an absolute 10/10 on everything.
Loved the tasting menu! (45$/pers.)
We had such an amazing time at this restaurant with delicious food, a friendly waitress & tasty cocktails.
The chef clearly put a lot of intention in creating the menu. The flavors were well balanced & all the plates had a little something special. The amazing sauces really make their meals stand out.
Delicious food & great service! At first I was a bit weary because the five star ratings, but it's legit. Everything about El Chino is amazing (la comida, las bebidas, y el servicio (gracias Angela!)). This place is a hidden gem. Highly recommend the tasting platter (the octopus is some of the best I've had in montreal).
Dec 27, 2025
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Excellente expérience chez El Chino !
Nous étions environ 20 personnes & avons été très bien accueillis. Le menu de groupe était varié & délicieux, tout le monde a très bien mangé. Bonne musique, beaucoup de rires & une ambiance vraiment agréable. Les prix sont très raisonnables pour la qualité & l'expérience. Honnêtement, j'y retournerai sans hésiter & je recommande fortement !
Excellente expérience au Bistro El Chino ! J'ai opté pour le menu dégustation à 45 $ & c'est franchement une valeur incroyable. J'ai pu essayer plusieurs plats, tous impeccablement préparés, frais & remplis de saveurs. Aucun plat ne m'a déçue, & la variété permet vraiment de découvrir le talent de la cuisine. Pour 45 $, la qualité & la quantité offertes valent largement le détour. Je vais y retourner, c'est sûr ! Je recommande à 100 %.
We tried the 5 course tasting menu & wow !! So many amazing flavours, especially the tuna tataki.. everything was so delicious! Service was so warm & friendly, & vibes are just perfect. I definitely recommend this place!
I had such a lovely time at this restaurant. The atmosphere is incredibly cozy, making it the perfect place to relax & enjoy a great meal. Every dish we tried was absolutely delicious & tasted so fresh. The staff were also fantastic - very knowledgeable, attentive, & clearly passionate about what they do. Overall, a truly delightful experience. I would definitely return & highly recommend it to others!
We had an amazing dinner at El Chino! The service is exceptional - big shout out to Roberto that was so knowledgeable in the menu & overall food scene in Montreal. The food is incredible & so diverse & flavourful! I highly recommend you try their tasting menu as you can taste different highlights of their menu. The octopus & tataki was incredible!
