Chez Chili invites you to discover China's authentic delights. In the Northern provinces of China, where the temperature is always low, people warm themselves up with spicy meals filled with flavours. We offer you the 5 main flavors present in Chinese cooking: sweet, sour, bitter, spicy and salty. Let us take you on a traditional Chinese culinary experience right in the heart of Montreal!
Chez Chili is praised for bold, authentic Sichuan and Chinese flavors, with generous portions and good value that keep diners coming back, whether dining in or ordering takeout. The basement setting in Chinatown is described as cozy and lively, and staff are frequently noted as friendly and attentive, though a few visits mention slower or inconsistent service and even a rude moment or two. Dishes commonly highlighted include General Tao's chicken, spicy Hunan options, eggplant with minced pork, salt and pepper shrimp, dumplings, and various beef and noodle dishes, all described as flavorful, fresh, and often spicy with heat that can be dialed up. Some reviewers report the spice not meeting expectations or chili oil absent, and a minority call the prices steep for Montreal, but the consensus remains that the food is delicious, portions are substantial, and the experience is satisfying for spicy craving seekers. Many travelers and locals alike rate Chez Chili as one of the top Chinese spots in Montreal, with several noting it as a go to for authentic flavors and dependable service, especially for groups and families.
Cheerful & bustling spot in a giant downstairs room with big savory sharing plates placed on turntables atop round tables. Casually tasty & relaxed happy vibes. Mix of authentic flavors & dishes alongside crowd favorites. Solid beer or wine, or a pina colada in a can. Get a reservation!
Mar 2, 2026
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In Montreal.. kinda hard-to find.. but hole in the wall type of place.. ordered a spicy chicken & fried rice chicken. Service was fast but kinda rude... food was fresh made & delicious... little too salty but was good.... chicken was tender & flavorful with hot heavy spice.. delicious... vegi rolls sucked .. not fresh but microwaved.....prices were reasonable.. parking kinds sucked .. will come back if in the area.. try other dishes..
Nous sommes allés souper chez Chili pour la première fois, en famille (deux adultes & deux enfants), avec l'envie de découvrir une cuisine typiquement chinoise dans le quartier chinois.
Malheureusement, notre expérience a été très décevante.
Nous avons d'abord attendu au moins 15 minutes dans la file d'attente avec de jeunes enfants (nous comprenons que cela n'est pas nécessairement de la faute du restaurant). Une fois assis à notre table, nous étions déjà prêts à commander. Nos menus étaient fermés depuis un bon moment, mais nous avons tout de même attendu environ 15 minutes supplémentaires avant que quelqu'un vienne prendre notre commande.
Côté nourriture, plusieurs plats nous ont déçus.
Le boeuf était très salé & sa texture était désagréable en bouche. La salade de concombre était bonne, mais contenait beaucoup trop d'huile de sésame. Le boeuf au gingembre manquait franchement de saveur : on ne goûtait presque pas le gingembre, surtout le sel, & la texture du boeuf était également douteuse.
La soupe wonton nous a aussi surpris : le bouillon manquait étonnamment de sel & de profondeur, tandis que les boulettes à l'intérieur des wontons avaient un goût de porc vraiment douteux.
Le seul plat que nous avons apprécié est le poulet Général Tao. Toutefois, la viande ne semblait pas être uniquement de la poitrine (viande blanche). Pour ceux & celles qui préfèrent exclusivement la viande blanche & n'aiment pas la viande brune de poulet, ce n'est peut-être pas le meilleur choix.
À noter que nous sommes habitués à manger des plats typiques de différents pays , nous habitons à Montréal & apprécions énormément diverses cuisines du monde. Il ne s'agit donc pas d'un manque d'habitude ou d'ouverture de notre part.
Malheureusement, environ une heure après notre repas, nous avons présenté des symptômes compatibles avec une intoxication alimentaire, ce qui a rendu l'expérience encore plus regrettable.
Compte tenu de l'ensemble de notre expérience, nous sommes surpris de la note élevée affichée (4.5). Nous espérons que cet avis permettra à d'autres clients de se faire une idée plus nuancée avant de choisir ce restaurant. Dernière fois pour nous malheureusement.
Highly recommended! The flavor profile here is incredible. What impressed me most was the contrast of flavors; you can really taste the distinct notes in every bite. It's a perfect balance that makes the whole experience stand out. If you're looking for something authentic & packed with flavor, this is the place!
Feb 28, 2026
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Très bon petit restaurant, la nourriture est succulente & le service rapide & courtois. Très près du palais des congrès, donc un bel endroit après une visite au salon pour déguster un repas chinois, thai
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Food was mediocre - well, what'I' had was mediocre. Vegetable fried rice. I ate it fast because I was super hungry. Rice had no real flavor. I had to add spicy hot sauce.
The server who prepped my table with a plate with chopsticks & napkins, dropped the plate on the table so hard that it startled me & a woman next to me who looked at me like,'smh'. I read her face good because that's what I was thinking. I know they're rushing & all but still be - aware.
There was a little lady running around there really working hard but as I waited for my table, I watched her do multiple things; handling money, handling plates, coughing into her shirt sleeve. Personally, I wish I could have seen her wash her hands at least once, the whole time. That bothered me but damn, I was hungry.
With that on my mind, I ate my meal. I'm sure the five star reviews are valid but my experience was this one. I will not be back.
To the staff: Don't bomb drop plates & such onto customer tables because you are rushing. Calm down, it's not a good look & it doesn't feel good to the customer. Most importantly, you're all doing alot. WASH YOUR HANDS, especially you Ms. Doing Everything lady.
