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Dondonya

Downtown
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Dondonya Downtown, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reservations (2026)
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We specialize in layered Japanese rice bowls and one-of-a-kind hot and cold drinks. We layer textures and flavours for maximum taste bud explosions.

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Reviews for Dondonya

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Review Summary

DonDonYa is a small, cozy, unpretentious spot in Montreal that diners consistently praise for generous portions, tasty Japanese and Asian fusion dishes, and very reasonable prices, with frequent notes about friendly service, a welcoming homey vibe, and a menu that includes gyu don, tonkatsu, chashu don, miso cucumbers, and yam fries; while the space can feel cramped and can get crowded at dinner, leading to wait times, a few visits mention inconsistent dish quality, and occasional misfires like curry, the overall verdict is positive and DonDonYa remains a reliable, affordable go to for students and locals seeking comforting, well-executed fare.
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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.

Jan 19, 2026
on Google

Nice place!!
Tasty & cheap!

Nov 7, 2025
on Google

I take everyone who visits me in Montreal to this place! All the food is so tasty & affordable. I regularly order the Torikatsu.

Sep 26, 2025
on Google

Food is tasty & fresh. Watched them cook.

Aug 30, 2025
on Google

Very tasty, kind staff, cosy atmosphere. Reasonable prices. Will be back!

Jun 1, 2025
on Google

It is a small place, but the food is really good! Everything was fresh & tasty, with great portion sizes. The menu has a nice variety of Japanese dishes, & the service was friendly. It's a cozy spot in downtown Montreal worth checking out. Just keep in mind it can get busy, so there might be a bit of a wait time during rush hours.

Apr 20, 2025
on Google
5.0

A great hole in the wall Asian restaurant serving Japanese style dishes. Food is tasty & price is reasonable. Service is friendly & quick. Highly recommended.

Sep 14, 2024
on Google

We went on a friday evening at 17h45 & there weren't a lot of people ! Food was tasty & came quickly. The atmosphere was cozy & service was excellent.

Aug 23, 2024
on Google

Cute & cozy spot with tasty food! Took a group of six here for a friends' meetup & was looking for a casual place with delicious food that's not bougie or expensive. Our group tried a number of different dishes including the katsu & a number of appies including miso soups, gyozas, spicy cucumbers, & the deep fried yam. Everyone had a great time while eating a tasty meal. Thank you for accommodating us in your small space! The staff stayed late for us to finish our meal too 🙏🏻 Do note that a lot of the items on the menu are fried; if you're not okay with that, maybe take a second look at the menu.

Aug 12, 2024
on Google

We found a hidden restaurant close to Concordia library. We ordered Yaki Don & Fried chicken which were both fresh & tasty. The food was served hot & fresh. Recommend this local place!

Jun 27, 2024
on Google

Great place! I would definitely recommend the curry torikatsu & yam fries. Very tasty, good portions, & felt fresh. Loved that the menu included photos. Nice atmosphere & the service was great. Would come again !!

Jun 23, 2024
on Google

Just wow, the food, the service, the place. Would absolutely recommend to everyone I know, had such a great time, the food was so tasty, I felt like I was travelling to Asia for a while ✨ Thanks!

Mar 28, 2024
on Google

Friendly service & beautiful ambiance, quite tasty!

Feb 28, 2024
on Google

Great place to eat good & tasty. The ginger tea is the play

Oct 1, 2023
on Google