Fondue Haidilao operates as a global leader in Sichuan-style hot pot dining, emphasizing highly interactive culinary engagement at each table. Patrons select from an extensive array of signature spicy and savory broths, which serve as the foundation for cooking a vast selection of premium thinly sliced meats, fresh seafood, and seasonal vegetables. The signature house-made shrimp paste and expertly marbled beef remain central components of the menu. Guests also utilize a comprehensive self-service sauce station to customize flavor profiles for their cooked ingredients. The establishment maintains a signature service model characterized by prompt staff assistance throughout the immersion process. This specific style of communal eating transforms the dining experience into an active and rhythmic procedure where ingredients are prepared precisely to individual preference within the bubbling center of the table.
Fondue Haidilao is widely celebrated for offering a top-tier hot pot experience in Montreal, characterized by consistently fresh ingredients, flavorful broth options, and an interactive dining atmosphere. Many patrons praise the restaurant for its exceptional level of service, noting that staff members are attentive, helpful, and frequently go above and beyond to ensure a memorable visit, particularly for special occasions like birthdays. While some diners mention that the pricing can be on the higher side and wait times for tables or orders can occasionally be long during peak hours, the majority find the unique entertainment, such as the noodle dance and Sichuan opera, along with the clean facilities and friendly environment, to be well worth the cost. Overall, the restaurant is frequently recommended as a must-visit destination for those looking to enjoy a fun, high-quality, and authentic hot pot meal with friends or family.
If you had to listen to one review it's mine here. I am asian & ate at every top or affordable restaurant you can name including few michelin stars that everyone has recommended or known wether it's chinese or any culture. This restaurant was very bad, horrible meats, no quality or good food control. If you're paying 70$ to eat the meat & etc, you're better off going to another all you can like Gyubee who actually servers good meat for the same price. We ate not even a plate of meat & we couldn't eat anymore. Worst experience of hot pot I ever had, you're paying thin slice of meat found at your nearby cheap grocery store. Service was ok, but you basically order yourself on your ipad so it's not really a service besides them bringing the food. Very long too, took forever to bring some platers & only gave us an hour & a half to sit & eat.
Vraiment une belle experience avec une belle animation. La nourriure est A1 & le service egalement! Pour ceux qui ne mange pas épicé, prenez garde aux bouillons qui peuvent être très épicés mais excellent!
Disappointing. We went when it wasn't too busy, had to try & get a server's attention as no one checked in on us. We did combo 2, we got 3 out of our 4 meats & waited around 20 minutes when we had to ask for our sides, our noodles & vegetables - they clearly forgot about us. When we asked them, they said the rest of it was still coming but the servers face said otherwise lol.
Disappointed with the service & the food. Better food options in the area. Also don't eat the marinated beef, that is some questionable meat
Aug 6, 2026
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Steven service impeccable, merci! Ingredients frais, bons bouillons, etc, la seule affaire c'est que quand tu commandes une certaine sorte de nouilles, un monsieur arrive avec un speaker full volume & te fait une danse pour préparer tes nouilles. C'est super divertissant la première fois, mais quand 6 clients en commandent back à back, c'est un peu lourd. Sinon, la danse du dragon c'était vraiment hot
very nice hot pot restaurant. i booked a reservation & they gave us a table in the corner, my favourite, it's like they knew. they gave us aprons, which is good if you are a messy eater. the food is tasty, but honestly kinda pricy for what you get. i liked the chicken, beef, & tofu. we got 4 different soups & they were all good. i also liked the peaches. my bf wants more of the haidilao mints. the service was good too, they checked on us & helped fix one of our soups which was too spicy. overall, i think this is a good spot to treat yourselves to a yummy dinne
Absolutely loved my experience at Haidilao! The food was fresh, flavorful, & the broth options were excellent. The service was exceptional-attentive, friendly, & they really go above & beyond to make your dining experience enjoyable. Jason was great. The atmosphere was lively yet comfortable, making it a great spot for a meal with friends or family. Will definitely be coming back! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
