CUP MTL offers a vibrant exploration of authentic Thai and Asian flavors, meticulously prepared to deliver an exceptional culinary experience. The menu features expertly crafted curries, aromatic noodle dishes, and expertly grilled specialties, showcasing the diverse and rich tapestry of East Asian cuisine. Each dish is a testament to traditional cooking techniques, enhanced with fresh, high-quality ingredients that create layers of complex taste. From comforting classics to innovative creations, CUP MTL provides a sophisticated yet approachable setting for enjoying these distinctive tastes. Guests can expect a flavorful journey that highlights the best of Thai and Asian culinary traditions, executed with precision and passion.
CUP MTL receives a mix of reviews, with many patrons praising its authentic Thai flavors, cozy ambiance, and creative cocktail menu. Enthusiastic visitors frequently highlight the welcoming and attentive service provided by the staff, often citing memorable dining experiences. While many find the dishes delicious and the portions well-suited for a tapas-style sharing experience, some customers have expressed concerns regarding portion sizes relative to the price, a lack of heat in the spicier menu items, and inconsistent experiences during peak hours or special events. Overall, the restaurant is widely considered a charming neighborhood spot that offers a warm, pub-like atmosphere.
Everything was deluted even the soap in the bathroom & all that for 101$ Verry disappointed:
Explanation:
First of all, I was served a very small glass of wine that was only one-third full, without ever knowing how much it cost since nothing was listed on the menu.
Next, I ordered a meal served in a pineapple. I expected to enjoy some nice, juicy shrimp, but instead I got tiny dehydrated shrimp barely 1 cm in size, & this dish cost $28.
My husband's pineapple juice was watered down. The papaya salad had not been marinated long enough, which left it lacking flavor, & the portion was very small all for the price of 16$
The only thing that had any flavor was my husband's chicken wings 1/2 pound, which he kindly shared with me because he could see how disappointed I was. However, that was not enough to make up for the rest of the experience.
When I went to the restroom, the soap had been diluted with water, which was the final straw for me.
In the end, I truly feel like I was robbed of $101.
The thai food here was so authentic! Every dish from appetizers to main course & desserts, have so much depth & flavour! We lovee the grilled shrimps, satay chicken, thai basil pork, pad thai, & mango sticky rice. great amount of food & they are generous on proteins. The service was outstanding! Wr just can't wait to return!
Really wanted to like it but I was disappointed for several reasons. We liked the cocktails but not much else to be honest.
- the restaurant does not cater to vegetarians at all. Their vegetarian dishes contain fish sauce (which can't be removed from the dishes). Also the pad Thai & fried rice can't be made without egg. I find it very disappointing that you don't cater to vegetarians.
- the food came out at different timings. Yes, we understand sharing principle but I feel like a little more effort could have been made to time the dishes better
- we ordered the chef special, we then got told 10 mins later that it wasn't available. Our next favourite dish also wasn't available. Also unfortunate.
- we ordered two curries, one (vegetarian) red curry came in a fish sized plate & the green chicken curry came in a little bowl. Random. Also, the curry seemed more like soup than a creamy curry. Disappointing. Also the rice could have been served nicer
- as we asked to pay the bill the waitress did not know what we ordered, so we had to tell her.
- we ordered a second drink that never came, clearly this was forgotten
At the end, whilst paying, around 9pm. There was a MOUSE running freely in the restaurant. Sorry but that is disgusting. The waitress said this is a normal Montreal restaurant issue but come on. A MOUSE IN A RESTAURANT. This seems very unhygienic.
Sorry, I'm not coming back. I will go to HUM, next door next time.
Jul 12, 2026
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This is not a thai restaurant, Its a bar that happens to serve thai food. You can tell the difference.
We went to this place after a show at LaFontaine park, I am always on the look for good thai places in Montreal & got so happy to find this place open late at night but man oh man we were disappointed.
I called the place & asked if they have vegan sauce. They said yes. If you have visited Thai restaurants, you know they always have Veg/Vegan & then also Meat & Fish options.
But seems untrue for this place. I ordered Fried rice vegetables & they served with Chicken. I asked the server oh they forgot. Not a problem they changed it but the replacement had fried eggs, not sure in what dictionary or cuisine eggs are vegetable. Please note the dish wasn't named vegetarian it was called vegetable. I understand in some places people consider egg as vegetarian but not vegetable I guess
Anyway when asked the server was so rude. Special mention to Lucy for showing no empathy whatsoever. I ended up paying for full dish, joke part is they added 4$ for chicken & I had to ask them to remove it.
Its just a bar & not competent as a restaurant.
Overall we were highly disappointed because mishaps happen but server & her peers didn't appear to be bothered by our poor experience.
The food is soooooo good! We ordered grilled chicken with eggplant dip & also their house-made sausage. I'm Thai, I would prefer my dishes to be extra spicy but other than that everything was just perfect. The drink I ordered is so good. I can taste a hint of melon in it. The staff is very friendly, even the chef greeted us at the table. Great job to the whole team. I will definitely be back. 👍🏼
One of my absolute favourite restaurants in Montreal! Truly incredible Thai food, in a wonderfully welcoming environment. The staff are so friendly & knowledgeable, & the owner, Mathieu, is lovely. I recommend starting with some skewers (chicken satay & shrimp are favourites of mine!), then getting the pad Thai with pork belly & pad pak with some chicken wings, & washing it all down with a refreshing & delicious Cha Yen. & if it's in season the mango sticky rice is to die for.
We walked into this restaurant looking for a late night snack. We lovedthe service, & chicken wings! Delicious! Also the server was so hospitable & kind:)
Went for the Mtl a Table event. The menu consisted of 2 appetizers, main & dessert, for $50. While the flavors were good, the portions were ridiculously small. My main was 3 little scallops in sauce, no veggies (unless you count the garnish) & no rice. I honestly don't know who would be full after such a main. The appetizers were small too, but I figured that's ok cuz they're appetizers. The salmon tartare was finished in 2 bites. The chicken coconut soup was 1/4 of the bowl full. Luckily I had the mango sticky rice for dessert & got some rice there. The other dessert was also very small, coconut cream in two little disks. Leaving still hungry after paying $50 is not good value in my books.
Came here for a nice late night dinner for 4
& had a great time. The skewer deal for 5 was perfect to share - pork, chicken, & shrimp options, with the pork being our favourite.
Oysters were small but only $1 & topped with fried shallots & a creamy green garlic sauce to die for 🤤. Service was excellent (Pascale & the team gave great recommendations).
Loved the setup - outdoor seating available, & inside has a cozy vibe with big open windows.
Surprised it wasn't busier for a Wednesday because the food, atmosphere, & staff were all on point. We'll be coming back, merci!
