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.
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.
Highly recommend!
Jan 19, 2026
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Great tapas bistro, mixing Asian & Latin food. The tasting menu for 2 is very much worth it, delicate meals at a decent price.
Super friendly & helpful staff as well!
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).
Je voudrais remercier le staff du restaurant El Chino pour le service incroyable, leur gentillesse & leur accueil! J'ai fais ma demande à ma fiancée & elle a dit Oui!!!! Merci encore au restaurant El Chino!!!
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 !
Les sauces sont clairement le point fort du restaurant : savoureuses, bien travaillées & elles rehaussent vraiment les plats. Le pulpo (pieuvre) & le Lomo Saltado valent particulièrement le détour.
Une expérience agréable dans l'ensemble, avec quelques plats plus mémorables que d'autres. Rapport qualité prix A1 !
We love Peruvian food & tried it only in Peru & Central American countries. This was the first time we had it in Canada. & let me tell you, this was AMAZING! From the moment we've been seated the service was great (thank you Robert!). We had a tasting menu with fish. Flavors were so fresh & took us back to the warm south days! Ceviche, yucca, sauces!!!!! -everything was 5 stars. There was enough food for 2.
The place itself is nicely decorated & clean. The atmosphere is very welcoming.
We will definitely be back.
Just when I thought I had reached peak satisfaction with what is now my favorite iteration of tuna tataki, served with an exquisite, luscious sauce made from 21 ingredients, dessert arrived.
The strawberry & chocolate cake was perfectly balanced, never overpowered by sweetness, with the chocolate flavor hitting just right. It was the kind of dessert that makes you pause & think, maybe I should make time, once in a while, to come here just for a slice of cake even if it's not on my usual route. 😋
El Chino did not disappoint. A true treat for both the palate & the soul.
