Chifa is a chifa restaurant montreal and a chinese peruvian restaurant montreal, representing Chef Larrea’s way of sharing childhood memories through his own interpretation of Chinese Peruvian cuisine. Originating from Peru, this Chifa cuisine is the accord of Chinese elements, expressing the identity of a true fusion restaurant montreal.
Chifa offers a lively Peruvian Chinese fusion that many guests find flavorful, creative, and engaging, with an open kitchen that lets diners watch the chefs at work. The menu is built for sharing, delivering a mix of ceviche, anticuchos, lomo saltado, dumplings, and chow mein, paired with crafted cocktails and attentive service that keeps the atmosphere welcoming. The vibes are described as cozy and buzz worthy, a stylish spot suited for date nights, gatherings, or pre show bites, with friendly staff adding to a warm experience. Some reviews mention that portions can be modest for the price and a few dishes could be spicier or more balanced, yet the overall impression centers on high quality ingredients, thoughtful execution, and a memorable, enjoyable dining journey.
Excellente ambiance, nourriture succulente, cocktail délicieux & barmaid exceptionnelle. Je recommande, parfait pour un 5@7 entre amis, ou même un souper romantique !
Most of the food was barely good...we did not enjoy the scallops. I am the only one who had the chowmein & got food poisoning. Pork was very pink. Only thing I can recommend is the jalea, but for that price you can get more & yummier somewhere else. We were a group of 4 & all Peruvian... this did not taste like Peruvian chifa to us. I unfortunately do not recommend. Save your money.
Small restaurant with pretty decent Peruvian food . It doesn't have a wow factor & the seating arrangement is almost diner style / bar which isn't always ideal.
The food was very disappointing. I ordered the Chaufa Rice & it simply was not good. The chicken was fried to the point it was supper dry & the rice had that off-putting raw egg flavor. Given the long tradition of Peruvian Chinese food this was really disappointing. The service was also very poor, the type of service where they make you feel they are doing you a favor. If you are eating solo they will not even give you a table inside, you need to eat at the bar. The restaurant looks really nice inside.
Chifa is a mandatory Montreal pit stop. Nothing like it in town. Been there many times. The food is original & delicious. The chefs are always looking to invent & improve. The charming front-of-the-house team knows how to turn visitors into friends. & the ambience provides escapism. Miraculously, it works for intimate dinners & for having fun with small groups. Bar Pelicano is next door downstairs to keep the night going.
Wow! Super resto! Nourriture variée, en général on a tout aimé surtout fruits de mer. Le boeuf était décevant. Super cocktails, bon vin pas ridiculement cher, musique géniale. Les banquettes face au bar donnent de l'intimité que la salle du fond ne permettrait pas
Mar 23, 2024
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La nourriture est totalement délicieuse, mais c'est dommage car le service laisse à désirer. C'est la troisième fois que nous venons & les trois fois le service était très inégal (voir inexistant). On commande des cocktails à notre arrivé, on ne les reçoit jamais (ou après la nourriture, quand on les redemande... alors qu'on voit la serveuse jaser avec des amis au bar), on oublie des items de la commande, on ne revient pas nous voir lorsque les verres sont vides (autant boisson de eau). On finit par nous demander si on veut autre chose quand on a le manteau sur le dos, sur notre départ. Malheureusement ça aura probablement été notre dernière fois. De nos jours, on va prioriser les établissements qui prennent un peu plus soin de leurs clients...
Loved the dinner & place. Our server/bartender Jeremy was friendly & professional. We enjoyed our experience & will be back on our next visit to Montréal.
Second time coming here as the food is very good, but second time sitting at the bar is not good. This time sat at the bar in front of the sink at the bar .... Even though I made the reservation 45 days earlier I was told all the booths were taken, even though we watched booths available during our meal. Unfortunately I won't be back a third time
Hier soir, j'ai eu ma première expérience au Chifa. Honnêtement, le souper était parfait ! Un bon 10/10 pour la créativité des plats. C'était délicieux, un beau menu, bravo aux chefs! Cependant, je suis malheureusement obligé de donner 3 étoiles en raison du service. Tout d'abord, il y avait une hôtesse que je pense semblait être la responsable de plancher, mais je suis pas certain. Elle avait les cheveux bruns aux épaules, avec une barrette, un ton sarcastique & nonchalant, ainsi que des commentaires qui n'avaient pas leur place dès notre arrivée & pendant le souper. On était pas capables de la supporter. Notre serveuse était correcte pas de plus, staff de plancher un peu mêlé & ça ne ramassait pas les assiettes vides sur la table. On aurait aimé commander plus mais le service était tellement médiocre qu'on a demandé les factures. À part de ça, les plats sont dispendieux mais ça en vaut la peine.
Nov 19, 2023
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The octopus was beyond exceptional! everything was top notch. Thanks to Chef Loïc, he is precise, extremely diligent with his food prep, very tidy & proud of his art work. Bartender, Patrick, & Manager Knellie were extremely kind, fun & took great care of us. We will be back! Thanks for a wonderful experience & exceptional food!
Je ne sais pas si c'est parce que j'étais seule ou assise au bar ou parce que je n'étais pas une habituée, mais je me suis sentie oubliée. J'aurais pris un dessert mais une heure après avoir fini de manger personne n'était venu me voir pour savoir si je voulais autre chose alors quand j'ai fini par avoir l'attention de quelqu'un j'ai simplement demandé à avoir la facture pour partir.
Disappointed as we were sitting at the bar & the waiting staff barely acknowledged us & did not explain the food which was expensive. It felt as though the staff wanted us out of the restaurant as quickly as possible.
Oct 15, 2023
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Malgré une réservation j'ai été assis au bar . J'aurais aimé une banquette . Je comprends que vous voulez maximiser les places mais je trouve désolant que je n'ai ps eu de banquette (nous étions 2) avec réservation & d'autres (3) sans réservations ont eu une banquette
Everything was perfect except for the seating. I had asked for an exception since my friend has a very bad hip, but they could not accommodate for seats besides the bar which was unfortunately very uncomfortable for her.
The food was great but I'm still starving. $97 later & I had two appetizers & two drinks. Waiter was very nice but he described it as "portions meant to be shared" when its barely half a plate. To be fair, I should've done my research on what kind of restaurant it was going to be but the peruvian/Asian mix sounded too interesting. Sucks cause I really liked it but when the portions are so small for so expensive, it better to go for drinks with something on the side rather than going for a restaurant.
