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Epicerie Pumpui

Little-Italy
4.5$
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Epicerie Pumpui delivers an uncompromising exploration of authentic Thai flavors through a menu defined by intense heat and precise aromatic balance. The kitchen specializes in traditional street food staples that highlight the pungent profile of bird eye chilies and pungent shrimp paste. Signature offerings include complex curries prepared with freshly pounded pastes and stir-fries that maintain crisp textures through high-heat wok cooking. Every dish emphasizes bold combinations of sour, sweet, salty, and spicy elements designed to challenge the palate. The space functions as an informal culinary outpost focused strictly on the integrity of its regional recipes. Diners encounter a direct, no-frills approach to Southeast Asian cooking where the quality of fresh herbs and pungent seasonings dictates the output of every single plate served from the kitchen.

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4.5455 ratings
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*as of 2026-08-01
4.5455 ratings
5★
74%
4★
11%
3★
6%
2★
7%
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Epicerie Pumpui is widely celebrated for its authentic, flavorful Thai cuisine, with many diners highlighting the Pad Thai, curries, and chicken wings as standout dishes. While the atmosphere is frequently described as cozy, trendy, and reminiscent of a charming corner shop, the space is undeniably cramped, often leading to long wait times and limited seating for groups. Most patrons praise the staff for being friendly and efficient, though a minority of experiences report inconsistent service and concerns regarding portion sizes relative to the price. Despite mixed opinions on the level of spice and occasional crowding, it remains a highly recommended destination for a casual, memorable meal in Montreal.
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Dabid
4.0

Dishes tend to be on the sweeter side. Not much seating in the restaurant. Worth a try for sure but I'm still not sure if it's worth the price.

Jul 26, 2026
on Google
Andrew
5.0

Oh my goodness, a unique Thai restaurant with food preparations I've never had before, even though the dishes are familiar. Sooo tasty. Can accommodate gluten free (we had the pad Thai & green curry)

Jul 14, 2026
on Google
Vera
3.0

the thai food has good flavor & the ingredients feel fresh, but the menu is a bit limited & the dishes are crazy spicy, so you gotta come prepared. the space inside is pretty tiny & the seating is super cramped, so it gets packed fast & the service gets a bit slow. it is fine js to try something different or get takeout, but its not a spot to sit & chill

May 25, 2026
on Google
Venu
4.0

The chicken wings were good. The pad thai noodles was different but good flavour. The pad kra pao had too much veggies, it was okay. Overall 7/10 for the dishes. The staff was welcoming & kind.

Apr 30, 2026
on Google
Mara
5.0

Busy place! Be sure to account for waiting time as there is no reservations. Anything on the menu is a great pick with generous portions guaranteed to leave you full. The dishes are intentional & packed with flavor. The restaurant itself is cosy & atmospheric, making it ideal for a date or a small night out with friends 🥰

Mar 1, 2026
on Google
Di
4.0

Great place to visit! The food tasted authentic with genuinely good ingredients. The dishes are preset with respect to curries, so you can't change the protein in them. The spice level is fairly mild, even for their labelled extra spicy. But you have tabletop condiments you can add to ramp up the spice level.

If you have children, there were no high chairs or booster seats. So ideally need them to be able to sit in a booth.

Seems like a great place for a date. Food is served quickly & small menu.

Sep 27, 2025
on Google
Ryan
5.0

Simply a must visit restaurant in Montreal.

I've never been to Thailand but Pumpui prides itself on serving authentic Thai dishes. I'll take their word for it because the flavours in their offerings are god damn sensational 👏👏

The fish ball curry is in my top 5 dishes in all of Montreal. Straight up.

Solid value for the price, service is great, & this summer they have a lil terrace in the back!

Aug 8, 2025
on Google
Anko
5.0

The place fills up really quickly after they open. There is a small terrace outside which helps as there are only 6 tables inside.

Not a huge selection of dishes but a few very good ones. The pad Thai & pad kaprao were very good as well as the mango sticky rice dessert.

Highly recommended.

Jul 21, 2025
on Google
Andrea
5.0

It was our first time here, so the server took the time to explain the dishes. The food was delicious & reasonably priced. There are few dish options, but they are good enough.

Jan 2, 2025
on Google
Joceline
4.0

Very nice place! A bit pricey for what it is, but the portions are also quite big which balances that out. They have some very spiced dishes but they're also ready to accommodate the dishes to your spice level so that everyone gets what they like! All in all it was a very good lunch ☺️

Dec 29, 2024
on Google
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