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CHAI-YO

Vibrant Thai flavors reimagined through a purely plant-based lens.

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.8$$
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CHAI-YO delivers a strictly plant-based exploration of authentic Thai culinary traditions within a contemporary setting. The menu centers on traditional aromatic herbs, house-made curry pastes, and fresh seasonal vegetables to replicate the complex flavor profiles found in Southeast Asian street food. Diners encounter a focused selection of noodle dishes, fragrant soups, and spicy stir-fries crafted entirely without animal products. Every preparation emphasizes the balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy notes characteristic of the region. The interior environment prioritizes a clean, minimalist aesthetic that allows the vibrant colors of the ingredients to serve as the primary visual focus. This establishment operates with a commitment to sustainable, plant-forward cooking techniques while maintaining high standards for ingredient sourcing and preparation consistency throughout its rotating seasonal menu offerings.

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4.8255 ratings
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*as of 2026-08-01
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Review Summary

CHAI-YO is widely celebrated as one of the best vegan restaurants in Montreal, offering an authentic and flavourful Thai dining experience that impresses both vegans and non-vegans alike. Visitors consistently praise the bold, fresh, and creative dishes, with particular highlights including the crispy seitan duck, various curries, papaya salad, and the unique peanut sauce dumplings. The atmosphere is frequently described as cozy, warm, and relaxing, often complemented by attentive and welcoming service. While a small number of guests noted that some portions feel small for the price, the vast majority of diners find the quality and preparation of the food to be exceptional, making it a highly recommended destination for anyone seeking high-quality plant-based cuisine.
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Massin
5.0

Amazing food, service & prices. You definitely don't need 3 dishes to fill you up.

Jul 31, 2026
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Max
5.0

Je recommande à 100%. Prix abordable & la nourriture est excellente! La viande ne manquera pas du tout à ceux qui ne sont pas habitués à manger végétarien. La serveuse est gentille & serviable.

Jul 31, 2026
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Matt
1.0

Quality has gone down since this first opened. It is too pricey & you need to order like 3 dishes to fill your stomach.....

Jul 28, 2026
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Brad
5.0

The seitan duck ramen was delicious & the broth was magical.

Jul 26, 2026
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ToM
5.0

Omg this food was like a culinary orgasm! & the lady in the service was incredibly sweet. I absolutely enjoyed every second of it. Unfortunately we discovered this spot on the last day of our stay in Canada.

Jul 25, 2026
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Charlie
5.0

So yummy I went twice! I got the combo #4 lunch special which came with delicious peanut dumplings, Thai iced tea & the pepper duck sandwich. The flavors felt so fresh & the food was filling. Emily was also very attentive & helpful!

My second visit, I ordered the papaya salad & the ped panang duck curry. The papaya salad was refreshing, spicy & the crispy chicken on top was delicious dipped in the vinegar sauce.

The Panang was equally delicious, well balanced flavors & textures from the duck. As a Thai food aficionado, I was impressed! (Don't forget to ask for the chili sauce quartet! :D )

Jul 21, 2026
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Josée
5.0

The food is absolutely amazing! The first time my husband & I went there, it became our new favorite restaurant & it has been ever since.
Amazing authentic Thai food, all vegan.
The crispy vegan duck panang (red curry) is soooo good! The dumplings are amazing as well. The peanut sauce they serve it with is the best we ever had. The spring rolls are delicious as well. These are our favorite dishes that we always order.
Highly recommend this restaurant!

Jul 21, 2026
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Mythilie
2.0

We came here for lunch, but unfortunately, our experience was disappointing.

First, parking was difficult & confusing. When we entered the restaurant, the atmosphere did not feel very welcoming. Our waiter also had a noticeable body odor, which made us feel uncomfortable during the meal.

The food was average, & the portions were very small considering the high prices. Overall, we did not feel that the experience was worth the cost, & we would not recommend this restaurant.

Jul 10, 2026
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G
5.0

Truly phenomenal! The whole table was beyond impressed with the flavours & presentation.

You must try the Kiao Satay, Som Tam Pla Ra, & the Nam Kao!

We were lucky enough to be served by the owner, Emily, who was welcoming with an elegant & calming presence.

I really cannot recommend this place enough!

Jul 5, 2026
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Daniel
5.0

Incredible food, very flavourful, honestly couldn't even tell it was vegan. Impeccable.

Jul 2, 2026
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