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.
Wow is the only word that comes to mind when I think of the meal that I had at this restaurant. It's been a long time I haven't had the chance to taste something so unique & delicious. My friend & I came & tried the tasting menu for 2, which is well priced for the amount of food you're getting, & we absolutely adored every single dish. The flavors were absolutely amazing.
On top of the food being excellent, we had gone on a day where there was less people, so our waiter took his time explaining each dish to us. The waiter was kind, helpful when we had questions & offered suggestions. Amazing service as well.
The ambiance is very nice & the music is good. To top it all off, the cleanliness of their restaurant & bathrooms are a 10/10.
There is not a single negative thing I can say about this restaurant. Truly a great experience & I am already looking forward to going again & trying the second options on the tasting menu.
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 %.
Tres belle experience, la madame a notre service etait gentille, sociable , elle a bien prit le temps de nous expliquee le menu. Une belle place a visitee. 🥰
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!
Tout était excellent!!! Le service super & la bouffe délicieuse & tellement goûteuse! Nous avons essayé le menu dégustation & nous étions remplies & heureuses!
Nov 22, 2025
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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!
What an amazing experience we had, the food was delicious, & service was great too! definitely going back first time i treied Peruvian food & it was great!!
WoW, une très belle découverte.
La nourriture, le service & l'ambiance est juste incroyable.
Je le conseille vraiment à tous ceux qui aiment le goût & la chaleur humaine.
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!
