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.
Was told it was a'private night'on a saturday night & was refused entry. I came back a few mins later when the'bouncer' was gone & got a peek inside & it was abunch of dudes in a loud dark little space. I hope it was private.Do not recommend.
Wow - what an incredible find! This place is an absolute hidden gem on Saint-Laurent Street in Montreal. The service is amazing, the vibe is warm & inviting, & the food… just wow! The dumplings are out of this world - a total must-try! I can't wait to come back & try more dishes. Highly, highly recommend!
Oct 11, 2025
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Première visite à cet endroit & certainement pas la dernière. Les 5 à 7 valent vraiment la peine. Je tiens à dire merci à Wissal pour le super service & l'accueil 😊
Le chi burger est délicieux, je le recommande.
We spent the new year there & it was a wonderful time. The owner/manager was extremely accommodating. The waiters were very friendly. The CHI burger & the tartares were exquisite! & the music choice was spot on! I definitely recommend the experience.
I went with my friends on friday décembre 20. It was a great evening, one we were longing for! It has a great sélection of delicious meals with spécial présentation, that caters to all tastes & sensés! We had a fast service & the waiters were attentive to our orders & préférences. The décor is really nice; the place was pretty crowded & the dj set it on fire with à mixture of arabic english french & latin songs that took us back to wild Lebanese nights! Ill come back soon again! Much recommended :)))
Dec 23, 2024
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I visited CHI yesterday, & everything was absolutely perfect. The food was delicious, the service was impeccable & the ambiance was delightful. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great meal & a wonderful dining atmosphere. Truly a hidden gem!
I just had an awesome birthday dinner at Chi Restaurant ! The service was really great-super friendly & attentive. The food blew me away; everything was so delicious & looked amazing. Plus, the decor was perfect for photos. If you're looking for a fun place to eat, I definitely recommend checking it out! Can't wait to go back!
Thank you, Chi! I had the best birthday dinner. Everything was perfect-the food, the service, the ambiance, the music, & the staff were so nice & welcoming. I highly recommend it!
I recently visited CHI, & it was an exceptional dining experience! The ambiance was cozy & welcoming, with elegant décor that set the perfect mood. The menu offered a wide variety of authentic Asian dishes. I tried the chicken Tao & the grilled chicken, both of which were bursting with flavor & perfectly prepared. The service was attentive, with friendly staff who were knowledgeable about the menu. Highly recommend for anyone looking to enjoy authentic Asian cuisine!
What an amazing decor! It takes you to a whole other level! The service is impeccable! We celebrated a birthday there & we were a group of 20 - i was very satisfied with the experience. I would definitely recommend the place!
May 12, 2024
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CHI is a beautiful aesthetic gem with so many lanterns, the decoration with the statues is so pretty. The food is super tasty & they serve big affordable tasty portions. The fried calmari & shrimps are so delicious. The ceviche & salmon tartare are so fresh. They even have a cocktail tree to try their different signatures. Try it out you won't regret it, I highly recommend this restaurant 🥂
CHI was a bit disappointing considering the high rating. Me & my friends were the first clients to come in & we were sat at the high tables, we asked if it was possible to be changed to a normal table, but they said no. I was okay with that because I thought that they may have been booked for the time of our reservation. (Spoiler: they had many empty tables after we finished eating) The high stools are so uncomfortable I ended up with a backache, you basically have no room to eat comfortably. Anyways, apart from that, we were a party of 6 & all of us ordered a starter, we were all served at the same time except for 2 of my friends who got served their main a long time before everyone else in the group. One of the 2 wasn't even done with her starter. By the time we got our food, they were finished with theirs. The service wasn't that good except for one waiter which was very nice. The food tasted fine to be honest, but they should consider investing in normal tables or they should give the client the choice at reservation to be sat or not at these horrible tables. Do I recommend CHI? not really, but it is a beautiful restaurant. Service is not great at all. Food is okay, they have quite large portions which is good.
I never make the time to write a review, but when it came to Chi I couldn't help myself. We are from out of town & stayed at the Hilton Garden inn. We wanted a nice restaurant that was reasonably priced & was only a 3-4 minute uber from the hotel. We found Chi through Google & thought that we would give it a try. The atmosphere is incredible & they even have a real Terracotta Warrior statue from the set of The Mummy! We started our night with a couple of fancy cocktails! (Highly recommend the mango/chilli margarita) This was followed by a fantastic tower of shots & a side order of French fries. The French fries have a wonderful crunch & are accompanied by a delicious dipping sauce. For my main course I had the Chi burger! This was cooked to perfection & served on a bao bun. (which I had never experienced before) My fiancée ordered the poke bowl, which was not only aesthetically pleasing but she said it was delicious! The portion size was amazing & she was able to bring some home for lunch! All in all, from the friendly service, to the fancy cocktails & the unique Asian décor we truly enjoyed our first experience here in Montreal & at Chi! (I snapped a picture of the statue!)
We had an incredible experience at Chi! Wonderful food, the ambiance could not be better & the staff is absolutely amazing. The fries & poke bowl were so delicious. We can't wait to come back. This truly is a hidden gem. Highly recommend!
