CHI Restaurant offers a chic, welcoming vibe with stylish decor and a lively bar scene that many describe as fun and inviting, suitable for casual nights or celebrations. The service is consistently praised for being friendly and attentive, helping guests feel at home and leaving them eager to return. The menu draws praise for standout dishes like dumplings, ceviche, and tapas style options, with fries and seafood also getting solid notes, while a few items such as a simple burger receive mixed reviews. Beverages are a highlight, featuring a broad selection of cocktails and beers plus enticing happy hour deals, though a couple of reviews mention drinks can be a touch watered down due to ice. Oysters are a common topic, often praised for freshness when available but with occasional limits per person and occasional inconsistency. The atmosphere is repeatedly cited as a major plus, combining a polished yet relaxed interior with a comfortable terrace and a music level that enhances the vibe. Overall CHI Restaurant is viewed as a strong casual dining option with great service and great value, memorable dumplings and oysters, and a vibe that encourages repeat visits, with minor fluctuations in certain dishes and preparations.
La pire expérience que j'ai vécu dans un restaurant de ma vie, nous sommes arrivées à 20:00 un SAMEDI, il n'y a PAS un chat excepter le staff, nous sommes réticentes à rentré mais le gérant (i guess) nous demande si nous avons une réservation ce à quoi je répond oui, mais le malaise commence à cet instant. Trop malaise de quitte nous commandons un drink & je dois leur donner il était bon, par contre nous avons commandés 3 tapas; jalapenos poppers, dumplings & la salade de concombre. La salade était bonne, mais nous l'avons reçu 15 min après les plats chauds qui eux étaient froids & goûtaient les aliments congelés du costco. Il n'y avaient rien de fait maison la dedans. Très très décevant. Nous avons partagés la facture & ça nous a couté 40$ chaque nous avions encore faim & le service médiocre malgré que nous avions été seules de 8:00 à 9:00 pas un client qui est rentré.
I absolutely love this place! It is polished with beautiful decor inside & on the terrasse, yet still laidback (aka you can dress cute or a bit more laidback). They have so many tapas options (good sizes & healthy choices) for around 10$. They also offer a great selection & specials on beers (5$ ) & cockatils (2 for 1) within a certain time frame. The prices are still super affordable outside of the specials & the service is great! The quality of their food & drinks is hard to beat at these prices for a casual night out (not for a gastronomy dinner) Go!
Aug 5, 2025
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My friends & I dropped in on a Saturday evening because we saw their happy hour 2 for 1 cocktail deal. This is one of the better happy hour deals all together I spent around $40 on 2 cocktails & an appetizer. I found the cocktail to be a bit watered down because of all the ice so if you prefer a stronger drink then I'd maybe mention light ice. I would definitely come back for another 5 à 7. The service was also good.
We came here on Thursday with my wife & the bartender Tony was so friendly even though he was busy since his coworker was out sick. The decor was very relaxing with a lounge feel to it & music was also good. We had the oysters which were fresh & tasty & drinks were fantastic as well. Definitely make a stop here if your in the Plateau area & looking to get drinks & at this cozy spot! Will definitely visit again if we are in the area!
The restaurant was not busy the night I went, Friday night, very unusual.. maybe due to all the road block.. & mural event that was underwhelming. The place was pretty nice, drinks were well priced & they were very good, food was surprisingly good. Let's hope things get bette
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Beautiful gem on St Laurent Boulevard. I loved the theme & decor. The place is spacious unlike many restaurant bars around, & while I was there the clientele seemed quite nice. Food was superb, prices very fair & I ordered my usual drink to compare to other places - needless to say it was done to perfection. Will go there again.
Went for Valentine's Day. Beautiful decor, unfortunately not a place to eat. Same ingredients in all plates. Salty & cabbage everywhere. Fried food feels frozen. Service not up to par. Unfortunately will not be going back. Must be better for drinks. Their bar looks extensive.
You won't find a more elegant & beautiful ambiance than at Chi with over 100 ceiling lanterns, & their elegant red leather bench seats which are as beautiful as they are comfortable. The very flavorful food & of course the fabulous drinks made for a great night out at Chi on Saturday. The excellent disc jockey played music all evening supporting the fun we were having together.
