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CHAI-YO

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.9$$
CLOSEDOpens Tuesday at 11:30 am
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CHAI-YO Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
ThaiVegan/100% Plant-BasedAsianSoupsVegan OptionsChinese

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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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Reviews for CHAI-YO

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*as of 2026-06-15
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Review Summary

CHAI-YO is widely celebrated as a top-tier destination for authentic and flavorful vegan Thai cuisine in Montreal. Diners consistently praise the high quality of the food, highlighting standout dishes like the crispy seitan duck, peanut sauce dumplings, green curry, and papaya salad. The atmosphere is frequently described as cozy, relaxing, and welcoming, with many guests appreciating the restaurant's beautiful decor and its pleasant location near a park. Service is consistently noted as friendly, attentive, and professional, adding to the overall positive dining experience. While most patrons find the pricing and portion sizes to be reasonable for the quality provided, it remains a highly recommended spot for both vegans and non-vegans seeking fresh, bold, and memorable meals.
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I have tried many vegan places in Montreal but none have compared to Chai-Yo. I had a beautiful lunch today it was flavourful, warm, perfectly seasoned & so original! Lunch time atmosphere was quiet but the playlist was on point! Will definitely be coming back here to enjoy dinner service soon. Thanks so much, keep doing what you are doing!!! Pictured is our very empty plates :)

May 8, 2026
on Google
5.0

Still dreaming about the vegan duck & curry. Sooooo amazing. Pad see ew for lunch was a great deal for the price & also super yummy. Great service!! Thai ice tea very good too.

Mar 30, 2026
on Google

What can I say… everything from Chai-Yo is delicious, flavorful & bold!!! Absolutely love every item on their menu. They have great lunch deals too, & yummy iced coffee. Perfect for vegans & non vegans alike! Must try in MTL.

Jan 17, 2026
on Google
5.0

Great little lunch spot... friendly service & delicious food! Always nice to have so many great vegan options... loved the papaya salad!

Jan 14, 2026
on Google

The combo was a perfect amount of food for lunch

Jan 8, 2026
on Google

Highly attentive staff despite being the only person managing all customers. Although it was a week day & a bit late for lunch. The food was very tasty & felt authentic. Decided to get their lunch combo specials. One was Kai Kra Pao & the other was Pad See Ew. Both were super tasty. The server was kind to customize it. Also got a lemon cake for dessert & it was absolutely amazing. Highly recommend visiting this place if you are in Montreal.

Oct 28, 2025
on Google

J'y suis allée deux fois & c'était absolument délicieux! C'est vraiment le meilleur endroit pour le lunch 🌱

Jul 2, 2025
on Google

Went for lunch it was really good. They have lunch combos as well. I'm reordering tonight!

Feb 28, 2025
on Google

I've been promising to come to this place the next time I got to Montreal, so I decided to go on my first night there! The service was exquisite & knowledgeable & guiding. The atmosphere was so sweet, bright, chill, cozy, & still had a warm, fuzzy energy about it, even though it was early enough that it wasn't very busy yet. I had a delicious tequila cocktail, nice & spicy, brussels sprouts with satay sauce that will blow your mind, & a beautiful fresh green papaya salad. Can't wait to go back to try more things! Popped in for lunch, this weekend. I had the sandwich special, which meant that I force-fed (not at ALL!) some absolutely killer dumplings in a satay sauce I'd like to marry, a yummy & refreshing Thai Iced Tea & a ridiculously happy-fying vegan ham banh mi! I haven't had a banh mi in years, & this one was flawless! Bright, balanced, sweet, fresh... I ate it way too fast. I think I was afraid to put it down! Next visit: duck sandwich, & next, soup!

Dec 3, 2024
on Google

We had the lunch special which was noodles & starters & a seltzer drink. The rice dumplings had a standout peanut sauce & great sesame flavour. The noodles were great. My friend had their'duck' soup which he couldn't stop raving about. You couldn't tell it was vegetarian, the dishes are all so well flavoured. The owners are really nice & it's a happy place to hang out at. Will have to try their desserts next time.

Sep 25, 2024
on Google