Dondonya comes across in reviews as a tiny, cozy, affordable spot that consistently delivers delicious Japanese and Asian fusion dishes with generous portions and solid value. The atmosphere is described as intimate and cute, with a warm, friendly service, though the space is very small and can get crowded at dinner, sometimes leading to a wait. The menu wins praise for favorites like gyudon, tonkatsu, okonomiyaki, donburi, gyoza, and inventive fusion options, with many diners noting the quality, freshness and flavorful sauces, and standout items such as yam fries and popcorn chicken. A few notes mention not wheelchair accessible and occasional concerns about cleanliness or dust in certain corners, but these do not strongly distract most people. Overall, Dondonya is seen as a reliable, affordable, and cozy choice that brings repeat visits from locals and visitors alike, valued for consistent food quality, generous portions, and a welcoming vibe for a casual lunch or intimate dinner.
Très bonne nourriture, service agréable & ambiance locale & chaleureuse. Les prix sont raisonnables. Meilleure nourriture japonaise que j'ai mangé, je recommande fortement.
Mar 19, 2026
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Amazing food, great options. Miso cucumber was tasty to start, had a beef rice bowl & the ginger brown sugar tea. 10/10 would recommend. Cute restaurant up a set of stairs.
Super cute cozy place, it was full when we got there, but friendly staff got us a table quickly. The food was delicious, quick considering the amount of people in there & reasonably priced.
Definitely recommend trying the yam fries!
Super yummy, great atmosphere, & kind workers! I especially recommend the tonkatsu & curry katsu. It's unpretentious & cozy, a perfect spot for lunch with a friend, or on your own.
Only thing is that I could see clean freaks being a little put-off by this place, as the more eccentric decor lended itself to accumulating quite a bit of dust, especially by the window. It never bothered me, though, since the food is spectacular.
Sep 24, 2025
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Cozy little restaurant with few tables, so avoiding peak hours is recommended. The food was delicious! Everything we tried tasted great. I had tonkatsu, the savory pancake, & popcorn chicken (served fresh, so beware! It's hot). All four of us agreed that we enjoyed our food. Highly recommend.
J'ai découvert DonDonYa, un petit restaurant asiatique caché à Montréal, & j'ai été vraiment impressionné. La nourriture est délicieuse, avec des saveurs qui donnent l'impression de manger un plat bien plus cher quil ne l'est. Le service est exceptionnel & le personnel est attentif, ce qui rend l'expérience très agréable. Même si le restaurant est petit, cela contribue à son charme & à son ambiance chaleureuse, le rendant encore plus spécial & intime. C'est une expérience que je recommande vivement.
One of the rarest restaurants that has maintained a very reasonable price, great food quality & satisfying portion size. Enjoyed our time getting to know Jill (sorry if spelled the name wrong) which made us laugh & treated us to a dessert. Highly recommended for any occasion, either single or with a group of friends. Definitely one of my favourite places in Montreal ❤?
Amazing food, great prices. I highly recommend this place. The only reason why I gave 4/5 in atmosphere is that everytime someone opens the door, it gets cold inside.
Mar 10, 2025
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5 out of 5 will eat again(what, I won't tell you) . On a serious note, I loved the place very cute & cozy. The food was delicious, I recommend the Japanese dry curry😉.
Not authentic. Curry is water down & lacks of favour. The katsu's batter is all wet & not cripsy, they falls straight off the pork... Seems like they just pan fried it instead of traditional way deep fried. don't recommend.
It is very good Asian restaurant, maybe the taste is localized Asian food, similar to Taiwanese. It is not authentic Japanese food. For Japanese visitors, I recommend Yakidon. If you prefer localized Canadian Japanese food, I recommend Toridon which so sweet sauce is on the chicken & rice. Very reasonable price. Amazing!
Wow, just wow! THE BEST OKONOMIYAKI YOU CAN HAVE IN MONTREAL! like no cap! It's the best tonkatsu I have eaten as well outside of Japan! Would 100% recommend. The place is small though but it's really freaking cozy & cool!
Feb 12, 2025
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Delicious. Didn't have a single mediocre dish. Cannot recommend enough. It is small, so choose your time carefully. The size does contribute to the cozy Montreal atmosphere.
A great hole in the wall Asian restaurant serving Japanese style dishes. Food is tasty & price is reasonable. Service is friendly & quick. Highly recommended.
Excellente découverte de ce restaurant ! Les saveurs sont incroyables mention spéciale pour le Torikatsu ! Les portions sont plus que généreuses, le service est au petit soin. Je ne peux que recommander, c'est un vrai coup de coeur !
