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.
It was my first time ordering from that restaurant by ubereats & i was a bit disappointed because i am so used to eating Japanese food. They curry sauce was terrible. Tasted like water & in the middle the night i got sick, stomach was hurting bad. It felt i got the left over. Usually Japanese curry is gravy thick & brown & ive got the opposite. Atleast, the portion is good & the yam fries were excellent 👌🏾
J'ai dîné chez DonDonYa il y a quelques jours & j'ai vraiment adoré l'expérience. Une adresse parfaite pour manger une cuisine japonaise authentique, généreuse & à prix très raisonnable.
👉 Ce que j'ai goûté :?🥞 Okonomiyaki (crêpe salée japonaise)?Ultra copieuse & délicieuse : pâte moelleuse, chou, ingrédients bien équilibrés, nappée de sauce okonomi, mayonnaise & katsuobushi (le fameux'poisson dansant'). Une entrée à elle seule très rassasiante.
🍚 Yaki Don (porc grillé)?Un bol de riz garni de porc mariné façon BBQ asiatique (soja, ail, gingembre, sésame, mirin). Le porc est tendre, caramélisé, plein de saveurs, simple mais extrêmement efficace.
✅ Points forts :?• Portions très généreuses?• Excellente maîtrise des cuissons?• Saveurs équilibrées & assaisonnement impeccable?• Service impeccable?• Rapport qualité-prix vraiment intéressant
Dec 14, 2025
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Got takeout, Gyu-Don, Overall not too bad, but not too much meat & the toppings in general were a bit lackluster, bit too much creamy sauce for me, not salty at all, could have used some more soy sauce or something else.
This place is AMAZING! I went 3 times when in Montreal & stayed at UofM, everything on the menu was delicious in every aspect. Super crispy tonkatsu, flavorful curry, juicy meat, all the way down to lovely sauces & dressings. If you're in the area you have to go here for a great bite & an amazing atmosphere. The interior is cozy & well decorated with great service every time. Un-fussy place that is never lacking.
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!
I got the pork cutlet with sweet & sour japanese sauce, with the curry on the side as per the waitresses recommendation as I couldn't decide. Definitely the best choice as I love the cutlet with just the S&S sauce alone. Now the cutlet was perfect, perfect crunch, perfect taste. & the fact that the place is small, makes the ambiance cozy & easier for the waitress to serve us. I loved it
Dec 22, 2024
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We had high hopes given the good ratings. Unfortunately we did not enjoy it fully: - the ventilation is not good enough & you smell quite oily afterwards - the udon soup lagged taste & we needed to help with extra Soja sauce - when full house you lack space for your comfort
I've tried katsus at several restaurants, & this one is really bland. It's crispy with a large amount of rice & a nice portion of vegetables, but it really needs salt as an optional add-on, especially for the curry sauce & the bland beef. The atmosphere is cozy & nice, despite the heavy smell of fumes.
Small, cozy restaurant with home-made vibes. Food is delicious: flavors are perfectly balanced & portions are copious. Bonus: 5-star service. The meat is perfectly cooked & the ingredients feel so fresh. Also the sauces go so well with the rice & the vegetables. It gives you the sensation of eating at someone's house (someone that cooks amazingly well, of course). How small the place is, the old-fashioned menu, & the warm service is the perfect mix that makes you feel that you are eating home-made dishes. Don't miss the opportunity to try this little jewel in downtown!
I got a couple sides as a snack & they were both amazing. The cucumber salad has such light crunchy cucumbers like I've never tasted! & the fried tofu had such an amazing texture, flavor & sauce to go with!
Jul 26, 2024
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Fantastic food, hearty portions at a very low price especially post inflation. Had the Tonkatsu Don, sauce was savoury & sweet, & the meat was very crispy & moist. The rice was perfect with nice coleslaw & sweet corn. Dessert was also great. Service was great & food came out very fast. Would recommend to anyone looking for a full cheap meal of quality food.
Tom yum soup was full of spice & delicious flavour. Tofu bowl was decent & was accompanied well with veggies & sauce. I wish there were more vegetarian or fish options to choose from.
