Welcome to Ethan restaurant, located on De La Gauchetiere West, in the heart of Montreal's Chinatown. You will be delighted to taste this delicious authentic Chinese food, where all the dishes cost less than $10! You can find a variety of delicious dishes, such pork, roast duck, the famous General Tao chicken, or the delicious noodle soup, prepared with honey BBQ pork. In short, the menu will suit all tastes and appetites!
Ethan restaurant is also well known by the locals, who appreciate not only its exquisite meal, but the speed and courtesy of the staff, which allows you to take time to eat your lunch, especially if you are on your lunch hour!
Come and try this unceremoniously friendly restaurant, for which you will remember as a feast of flavors!
Overall, Ethan comes across as a bustling Chinatown staple offering large portions, quick service, and affordable Cantonese comfort with favorites like roasted meats, barbecue pork, duck, dumplings, and dim sum. The menu is praised for value and reliability, with many diners enjoying generous plates and fast turnover, and some hits like congee, red bean ice dessert, and other dishes that evoke a Hong Kong vibe. However, experiences vary: some meat dishes can be dry or underseasoned, dim sum skins can be too thick, and a few visits note inconsistent quality across dishes. Service is described as friendly and efficient at times, but there are reports of rushed or pressured tipping and some negative incidents that left a few patrons reluctant to return. Despite these uneven moments, the restaurant remains a popular affordable option for quick meals and big portions, with the caveat that quality and atmosphere can feel busy and informal.
Ate there several times recently. Food was good & inexpensive. Lots of negative comments about the service but they are very busy so, don't expect to be treated like a king, especially when the prices are low. I personally don't pay much attention to that. It's a very good Cantonese style fast & affordable restaurant. Just eat, pay & goodbye, no problem.
Good food for good prices! Service was excellent. We came at a pretty busy time- & despite that, we were seated quickly. Food comes very quickly, compared to other restaurants with menus as large as theirs. I like this place for dining in, & takeout. Good spot to check out!
Jul 5, 2025
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While visiting China town this place became my go-to for lunch. Ended up visiting multiple times & trying different delicious Chinese dishes. Thank you nice waitress who even advised me to fix my sitting posture & told me I am pretty.
The fast & dim sum are very good.although there aren't many choices.it looks very busy here.however,the waiter take the order & the food was served very quickly.although it's not the best in chinatown.but the cost performance is high.i will come again.
Toujours une bonne place pour manger. Toujours remplis de monde, service rapide & gentil , ambiance mouvementée, prix vraiment pas cher pour de la qualité.
Ethan is the most elegant person ever. He is the best asian & he is very good at basketball. He is the smartest & deserves so much asian food. This food is fantastic. ive never been there but maybe you should try it out for me, bu duh bu bu bu, voltzwagen
The food was satisfying & met expectations. As with many Chinese restaurants, I didn't expect five-star service, so that wasn't a concern. While the portions were a bit smaller than at other places, the main issue was hygiene-specifically, the utensils, which had some visible food stains & overheard the family next table found a hair. That aside, I'd still consider coming back for a simple & familiar Chinese meal.
May 26, 2025
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Définitivement mon restaurant préféré!!!
Cela fait 2 ans que j'y vais tout le temps quand je passe dans le coin. Les repas ne sont pas chère du tout pour la quantité qu'il servent & goute très bon. Le service est TRÈS rapide & efficace. Le menue a une grande variété de choix (repas principal &'side dish'). Mon repas préféré est le numéro 110 (poulet general tao & riz) avec un bubble tea au taro. Ce restaurant mérite BEAUCOUP plus d'étoiles & de clients!!! Je recomande FORTEMENT!!!
This is one of my favorite go-to restaurants! The food is tasty, the prices are very reasonable, & it's always a reliable stop whenever I'm nearby. My favorite dishes include the flavorful beef noodles, rice with sweet & sour pork chops, & a refreshing glass of Hong Kong milk tea or a delicious red bean dessert - simply perfect.
Located right in the heart of Chinatown, it's the ideal spot to enjoy a great meal while watching the lively, bustling street life outside. Always a fun & satisfying experience - highly recommended!
