Emeraude de Bangkok offers a comprehensive exploration of Southeast Asian and Szechuan traditions through a menu defined by bold aromatics and precise heat levels. Signature preparations feature fresh basil, lemongrass, and galangal integrated into complex curries that balance sweetness with savory depth. The kitchen utilizes traditional wok techniques to develop deep char on proteins while maintaining the crisp integrity of seasonal vegetables. Diners encounter a spectrum of flavors ranging from the bright, citrusy acidity of Thai classics to the tongue-numbing intensity of Szechuan peppercorns in spicy stir-fry dishes. The interior design prioritizes functional efficiency, creating an environment focused entirely on the rapid delivery of high-volume, flavor-forward dishes. This establishment maintains consistency by adhering to rigorous ingredient sourcing standards that define the core profile of every served plate.
Emeraude de Bangkok offers a mixed dining experience that draws both praise and criticism from its patrons. Many guests appreciate the fresh, flavorful Thai dishes, particularly the curries and dumplings, and enjoy the convenience of being able to bring their own wine. While some diners consistently find the service efficient and the atmosphere pleasant, others report significant inconsistencies, noting issues with long wait times, food temperature, smaller portion sizes, and occasionally brusque or inattentive staff. The restaurant is frequently busy, which can lead to a noisy environment and strain the kitchen, especially on holidays. Overall, opinions remain divided between those who consider it a reliable neighborhood gem and those who feel the quality and service have declined, making it a hit or miss destination for those seeking authentic Thai cuisine.
Menu pour 2: soupe Tom yum savoureuse, plusieurs sortes de légumes. Pas de lait de coco, & poulet à la texture étrange, probablement reconstitué.
Entrées: calmars frits affreux: desséchés, dans beaucoup de pâte très croustillante. Rouleaux impériaux aux crevettes: juste une crevette, non déveinée, roulée dans une pâte à rouleaux. Sec, aucunement intéressant.
Poulet général tao pas mal, mais sauce un peu trop visqueuse, élastique, & pas du tout épicée.
Bœuf sésame: des morceaux de bœuf en pâte, comme le général tao. Sauce juste sucrée, aucun goût de sésame sauf les graines en trop grande quantité. Bof.
À la table voisine: les dumpling aux arachides & le bœuf au brocoli semblent bons.
On retourne pour la tom yum, peut-être le tao.
Service: froid, & une serveuse sent fort la cigarette, ce qui jette un mal de cœur chaque fois qu’elle passe dans le restaurant, même si elle est loin.
Sep 4, 2023
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Five people each ordered appetizer & main & split them. Hot & sour soup was almost tasteless. Other appetizers were okay. Sesame beef, General Tao were good. Two curries were short on meat.
Very clean restaurant, nice decoration, bathrooms spotless & the service was outstanding.
Food taste amazing & fresh, price affordable. Our orders came all a the same time & hot.
Not too far from the 55e avenue if your work close to Lindsay, Francois Cuisson & Fairway.
Must say I am very disappointed with your establishment. Last night, Sunday, May 10th, we placed a delivery order & were told we would have to wait an hour plus pay a $5.00 premium. We agreed to both conditions. 15 minutes prior to order arriving, you called to say our food could not be delivered as you were too busy due to Mother’s Day. Too bad you waited 15 minutes before food arrived to tell us & then did not even offer us a promotion to make up the terrible service. I expected better service from such a good establishment.
Vraiment excellent!!! Essayez les crevettes croustillantes à l'ail sont hummmm!!! Sans oublier la soupe Tum Yum qui est une des meilleurs de la région (je m'y connais)! Le pad thaï au crevettes est extra & le général tao est tout simplement un délice! Je suis de la région de Québec mais je suis très souvent à Mtl & j'adore la cuisine thaï & découvrir de nouveau Resto est une passion. Déjà 3 visites chez eux cet été se petit Resto apportez votre vin, livraison & à emporter est dans mon top 3!! Gênez vous pas d'en prendre plus & apportez le reste à la maison!! Je vous jure vous serez pas déçu!! Gâtez vous pour un prix très raisonnable!! Bonne bouffe!! À la vôtre..!
Finally a decent Asian Restaurant in the West Island. I have eaten there 4 times in the last month & recommend their food highly. The décor is inherited from a prior restaurant & the ambiance just is OK . What is good is the Chinese cooking with a Thai flavoring in some of the dishes. The quality is consistently good, & we have always finished all the dishes or taken home the rest for lunch. I have visited many restaurants in Shanghai, Hong Kong, & Bangkok so I am experienced in eating the real thing. I still go to Montreal's Chinatown regularly ( especially for Chinese style Lobster with ginger & shallots ). The Emeraude de Bangkok offers the best Oriental food in the West Island. The prices are modest & they offer a good Lunch special.
Apparently the owner is the Chef, & that is good. The Emeraude de Bangkok is a welcome addition to the mostly boring & underwhelming fare offered in the West Island.
