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CHAI-YO

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

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.8$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11:30 am
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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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*as of 2026-08-15
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CHAI-YO is widely celebrated as a phenomenal vegan destination in Montreal, consistently impressing guests with its authentic, flavorful, and creatively prepared Thai cuisine. Many diners highlight the crispy seitan duck, peanut dumplings, and flavorful curries as standout dishes that satisfy both vegans and non-vegans alike. Beyond the exceptional food, the restaurant is frequently praised for its welcoming and attentive service, reasonable pricing, and relaxing, intimate atmosphere. Whether visiting for a quick lunch combo or a complete dining experience, visitors often express their delight at the balanced, fresh ingredients and the overall culinary care evident in every dish, making it a highly recommended must-visit spot.
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Marie
5.0

Lovely restaurant with tasty food. We found both spring rolls & panang curry absolutely delicious. Excellent service. Highly recommend!

Feb 28, 2026
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Ellie
5.0

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I absolutely love the tasty & authentic Asian vegetarian dishes here.
Every meal is full of fresh flavors & made with care.
Perfect for anyone looking for delicious, wholesome vegetarian food!

Jan 13, 2026
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Samuel
5.0

Love it. Tasty & classy.

Jan 2, 2026
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Mash
5.0

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
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Ryu
5.0

First time trying Thai food ! Very generous portion & tasty food… I enjoyed it I want to come back soon 👍😍

Sep 30, 2025
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Janika
5.0

Great vegan place! The pad thai was very tasty, I'm definitely coming back to try more dishes! Service was super nice & attentive!

May 1, 2025
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Joceline
5.0

The food was amazing! We had a noodle soup with vegan crispy duck, a banh mi & the dumplings with peanut sauce. The soup was huge & so tasty! The sandwich with the vegan pate & ham was also soooo delicious! The staff was so friendly & attentive; very nice place!

Dec 28, 2024
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Yuan
5.0

I've already been to Chai-yo twice since it opened & I'm really eager to go back to try the rest of the menu. The food is incredibly tasty & the portions are generous. I had the seitan duck bahn mi my first visit, & the seitan duck noodle soup my second, which were both fantastic. As someone who is a big foodie who grew up in Asia & trying to embrace plant-based versions of my comfort foods, I appreciate that this vegan restaurant doesn't shy away from spice or bold flavors. Highly recommend vegetarians & omnivores to give this place a try!!

Jul 7, 2024
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Alexandra
5.0

We ordered delivery from them & they were the absolute sweetest! The food was so tasty, we got the papaya salad which was spicy & flavourful & the duck banh mi which was huge & well worth the money, it hit the spot perfectly! Our uber driver was a menace (which was not their fault at all!) & they were very communicative & kind while we sorted it out, & even sent a little extra our way 🥹 Can't wait to visit their location & eat it again 🥰

Jun 21, 2024
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Ian
5.0

We brought our meat-eating four year old here & he didn't miss a best. It's fresh & tasty. Not mass produced. Excellent broths.

Jun 13, 2024
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