Monday

11 am - 3 pm

Tuesday

11 am - 8 pm

Wednesday

11 am - 8 pm

Thursday

11 am - 8 pm

Friday

11 am - 9 pm

Saturday

11 am - 9 pm

Sunday

11 am - 8 pm

About

Buboy specializes in authentic Filipino comfort food defined by deep, savory flavor profiles and traditional preparation techniques. The menu centers on heart-warming soups and slow-cooked classics that emphasize the rich heritage of the archipelago. Every dish showcases a deliberate balance of acidity, saltiness, and sweetness characteristic of the region. Patrons encounter a straightforward culinary environment focused entirely on the execution of these time-honored recipes. The kitchen maintains rigorous standards for quality, ensuring that every bowl of broth and portion of meat delivers a consistent experience. This establishment serves as a focused destination for those seeking genuine, unpretentious Filipino cooking served in a simple, practical setting. The culinary approach prioritizes depth of flavor over elaborate presentation, allowing the bold ingredients to define the character of every meal served within this space.

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Review Summary

Buboy is widely celebrated as a cozy, hidden gem in Montreal that serves authentic and flavorful Filipino cuisine. Many patrons appreciate the delicious, comfort-food style dishes, particularly highlighting the crispy pork lechon, hearty bulalo, and savory pancit as standout menu items. The restaurant is frequently described as having a warm, homey atmosphere with friendly staff who take pride in their craft and provide welcoming service. While some guests suggest that finding the location inside the mall requires a bit of effort, the vibrant personality of the space and the high quality of the food make it a highly recommended destination for anyone looking to experience unique and passionate Filipino cooking.

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Phea

5.0

Had the beef pares. Meat was extremely tender & flavorful. Garlic rice was as good as you'd expect.

Apr 11, 2026

on Google

Olivia

1.0

Very disappointing & frustrating if you're trying to plan an order in advance… phone numbers don't work & if you try to reach out on social media they expect you to place an advance order over DMs.

My mom is almost 80, isn't in the best of health, doesn't drive & doesn't have social media. She used to go to Buboy a lot when it was in Monkland. Over Instagram I tried getting their new phone number but they wouldn't give one (who knows why). & then all they replied to me was that they couldn't accommodate an order 2 days in advance…

Unprofessional &, frankly, a bit rude. Super disappointing. Don't recommend for those who live far from the new location. If you like to plan things in advance & get information on what can be ordered in advance, don't bother trying to contact this restaurant…

Apr 10, 2026

on Google

Chris

5.0

so tasty & full of flavour! i wanted to check this place out for awhile & i'm so happy i did. the restaurant is small & cozy, & we had two orders of sisig. it was tasty, savoury & sour - probably the best i've had in a long time. i'll definitely be back!

Apr 2, 2026

on Google

Centre

5.0

I had the pancit & pork because I was craving noodles but didn't want to overeat in Chinatown. Perfect portion size for 1 plus the flavor is a change from other Asian restaurants!

Mar 24, 2026

on Google

Jean-Philippe

5.0

C'était la première fois que je commandais de la nourriture philippine & j'ai bien apprécié lechon kare kare.

Du porc tendre avec une peau croustillante dans une sauce arachides XO, c'était délicieux! 🤤

J'ai déjà hâte d'y retourner afin de commander d'autres plats!

Mar 21, 2026

on Google

Rhodaleen

5.0

Great food & awesome service from Vaughn , loved the take on the bulalo ⭐?⭐?⭐?⭐?⭐? ambiance kanto style

Mar 3, 2026

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Duc

4.0

A steaming Filipino bowl of Bulalo: rich, clear bone broth layered with deep beef flavor, tender shank falling off the bone, sweet corn, soft cabbage, & fresh noodles soaking it all in. Comforting, honest, & deeply satisfying.
Between sips & bites, we drifted through conversations about Montreal, travels across Asia, geopolitics, & cinema, the world feeling both vast & right there at the table. 🍲🌏

Feb 19, 2026

on Google

Cleo

2.0

We appreciated the attentive service & professionalism of your staff during our recent visit to Montreal.

We're puzzled that the online reviews don't accurately reflect the restaurant's actual location, which is within a small corner space of a larger building.

Unfortunately, the food we tried didn't live up to the standards suggested by the reviews. Although the Filipino dishes did have an authentic taste, our overall experience was marred by concerns over sanitation & the ambiance of the premises.

We hope you can use this feedback to improve & align the experience with your online presence. 😩😑🫣

Feb 16, 2026

on Google

Migs

5.0

Their pancit canton brought me back to the ones I usually had in my childhood but more elevated in flavor. I love them for doing that. 10 out of 10 in my book

Feb 9, 2026

on Google

Francis

4.0

A Filipino food stall within a building complex. Good food quality & good service.

Jan 22, 2026

on Google

Buboy

Authentic Filipino comfort food brings the heart of the islands to Montreal.

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