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 memorable Peruvian Chinese fusion experience in Montreal, characterized by a vibrant, cozy atmosphere and an open kitchen where guests can observe the preparation of fresh, flavorful dishes. Many guests praise the creative menu, highlighting standout items like the lomo saltado, ceviche, and the corn cheesecake dessert, which is frequently described as a must try. While some diners mention that portions are modest and prices reflect a higher-end experience, the quality of the food and the craft cocktails are consistently noted. The service is often highlighted for being friendly and knowledgeable, contributing to a welcoming environment that makes the restaurant a popular choice for dates, celebrations, and gatherings with friends.
A neon lit lama welcomes you into this cozy South American fusion restaurant. The chef looked out over the flaming stove to welcome us in. The atmosphere is cozy, the Latin music is smooth & a variety of interesting people sit at the counter or in booths along the back windows. Very friendly & helpful staff. The food seems be a mixture of Peruvian, Asian & other inspiration. Nice variety of share dishes, reasonable drinks menu. Nice place for a low key dinner with friends.
Great interpretation of Peruvian staples, amazing flavors in appetizers, entrees & desserts. Cordial & helpful service. A bit dark for my elder eyes & likewise a bit loud for my aging ears but that seems ot be the standard everywhere
Nov 17, 2025
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Un super restaurant, mais j'avoue avoir été un peu déçu cette fois-ci. Ce restaurant qui était mon préféré de tous, semble en avoir perdu un peu.
Service: Les serveurs étaient vraiment gentils, mais nous avons pris peine de spécifier que nous voulions les entrées &''repas principaux'' en même temps. Ils sont tes tapas à partager. Nous avons reçu l'entrée en premier. Après 5 min, je demande si le reste arrive bientôt. L'on me dit''oui oui ça s'envient. Certaines choses prennent plus de temps à préparer''. Je sais bien, comme tout restaurant… Finalement les 3 assiettes sont arrivés à 15 min d'intervalle au total. Pas la fin du monde, mais bon. Au moins gardez-les de côté au frais ou au chaud selon l'assiette.. Je me sentais aussi un peu à l'abandon. Le resto n'était pas plein.
Le menu: il est rendu vraiment plus petit. Avant je me perdais dans les choix & devais faire un choix difficile. Maintenant, on me dit''non le menu est comme avant juste plus compressé''. Je demande au sujet de 3 repas que j'aimais & l'on me dit''ah non ceux-là n'y sont plus…'' De plus, il s'agît d'un resto Peruvian fusion asiatique, & il y a 2 plats quebecois. Donc les choix s'y font plus court qu'avant.
Le pourboire: À la fin, le pourboire demandé est de 18%,20%,22%. Je demande poliement pourquoi ils ne montrent pas l'option 15%. Elle semblait toute surprise de ne pas avoir minimum 18%. Rien de méchant, selon-moi 18% se doit d'être un super service. Si c'etait de moi, j'aurais donné 12% car c'était moins que le minimum le service. Mais j'ai tout de même donné 15%!
Service quand même ok.
Les Assiettes: la ceviche je lui donne encore 10/10, le saumon en bouchées avait encore la peau en dessous. Ok pour un saumon entier, mais en bouchées je trouve cela moyen. Bon, je fais mon''difficile''. Pour le riz frit avec poulet. Très bon. Les morceaux de poulets un peu gros & sec comparativement à mon souvenir où il était un délice & où on en voulait d'avantage.
Pour un resto que je mettais dans mes priorités, a un peu baissé de rang. En espérant qu'ils révisent les choix de repas!
J'y retournerais assurément, mais avec moins d'attentes.
We were excited to have some peruvian cuisine getting there but we had the surprise that their cuisine has'a Chinese twist'. Most of the menu is made of Chinese style pork, or fried chicken. They only have two or three fish options on the menu, we choose the starter ceviche (which was really good), the other'ceviche' was made of Chinese style cooked pork. I'm not an expert but it really didn't feel like we were eating a ceviche, it wasn't bad but if we wanted Chinese food we would have walked a few blocks away to China Town & would have paid our dinner for much less. The beef dish we had was ridiculously small & pricey. The quantities are ridiculously small, which is why they encourage you to select 3 to 5 dish for 2 persons to share. (But the price is the same as an average full dish you could get somewhere else). Disappointing. Our server was nice though!
Traditionally, Chifa is a fusion restaurant resulting of the Chinese immigrants living in Peru & characterized by the small minimalist style & the huge portions served. Now part of the peruvien traditional food.
This concept has been brought to Montreal & that's make the difference between the other many Peruvian restaurants in town.
Style & decorations are mimic of a traditional peruvien chifa restaurant but fancier.
Food os not served in huge portions neither but, as peruvien myself, I was surprised by the taste, flavours & quality of dishes. We ordered like 4 different items from the menu & none of them was disappointed, on the contrary, we were very pleased & happy of this discovery. So price is justified.
Take a time to observe the kitchen & the chefs working on it through the big glass behind it, is a must see experience.
They have Inca Kola, a must with chifa food.
They have some other diches in the menu not typical of a chifa restaurant but nevertheless are very welcome, like the lucuma ice cream & pisco sour.
Service is there, good & friendly enough to feel treated. They have a terrace outside also to enjoy the summer season.
*review updated after 2 years & still the same. Keep the high standards!
