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.
Epicerie Pumpui is praised for authentic Thai flavors and fresh ingredients, with favorites like pad thai, chicken wings, and curries delivering bold and balanced tastes. The space is cozy but small and often crowded, which can mean wait times and occasional slower service during peak hours. The menu is simple and focused, with curries served with preset proteins and spice that is generally manageable, while table condiments let guests adjust heat if desired. Overall, diners enjoy the lively vibe and good value for casual meals, dates, or takeout, though a few reviews note variable service and busier crowds.
Food is delicious, but they should diversify their repetitive menu. There are only a few tables to sit in & no possibility to reserve. A bit disorganized
Great find of asian food in this corner of Montreal. Usually you judge the place to see if there's asian working/eating but don't judge the book by its cover for this place. The choices are authentic & the mango sticky rice is to DIE for. Not much seating place so get ready for the wait, if it's summer i think a take out option is good too!
The pad kra pao is ridiculously good.
Got it with the crispy pork & I loved it . Quite spicy however, & a bit pricey , but I enjoy eating here nonetheless. Service is great too.
Mar 12, 2025
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Tout était 5/5. La bouffe est bonne, le service impeccable, l'ambiance cozy, intime, sans prétention. Le merch aussi. Manquait juste du thé pour aider à digérer. Valeur incroyable au prix des plats.
Excellents plats dans un tout petit restaurant. Il faut prévoir attendre un peu en période de pointe. J'ai goûté au cari & au padthai, les deux étaient très bons.
15 mins wait time at around 6:30pm on a Friday. The ambiance felt very authentic & cozy, like plants being places in condiment cans. Food was very tasty & flavourful 😋😋😋 Staff was kind, helpful & explained to us each dish 🥰 Was looking to taste the sticky rice, but it was sold out ☹?
This is my go-to restaurant in Montreal. Mostly gluten free, always have lots of veggie options. The vegetables are always cooked to perfection (crunchy & fresh). My favourites are the vegan pad kaprao with an extra egg on top (lol). The salad is so delicious & fragrant. Love to get the pumpkin fritters from time to time because of the crispiness & umami - note that the sauce is very fragrant & herbalicious. Don't get me started on the mango rice because i will not stop talking. So creamy & juicy & purr. Pad thai is excellent, curries as well. I mean there's not one thing i don't like about this restaurant. Yes actually there is, it's the the pear rice. Really not giving what it's supposed to give. Love the staff & the place & the decoration & the vibe. Recommend x1000.
It's okay Thai food. The portion size is a bit small for the price & there isn't much meat in the curry or khao soi. But the seasoning & spices are flavourful I also hope they eventually mix thai iced tea themselves instead of selling the canned versions.
Feb 4, 2025
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C'est sur l'heure du lunch que, avec une amie, nous avons partagé un délicieux plat de poisson au cari vert & un pad thaï. Le service & l'ambiance étaient parfaits, une belle découverte après n'avoir essayé que les plats à emporter auparavant. Petit conseil : avec peu de places assises, arrivez tôt si vous souhaitez manger sur place !
