Gon Bui is a new Chinese resto-bar inspired by the lost temples in China. Gon Bui means 'Cheers' in Cantonese. We create our own new-Asian tapas dishes, inspired from traditional with a playful twist.
Gon Bui Restaurant Bar delivers a stylish, welcoming atmosphere with moody lighting, chic decor and a fortune tree that adds a memorable touch for any occasion. The menu blends Chinese inspired flavors with contemporary twists and offers plenty of shareable plates that are flavorful, well presented and often praised for freshness. Cocktails are inventive and varied, with many options and some standout signatures that complement the bold flavors. The service is described as friendly, attentive and knowledgeable about the menu, helping guests navigate and enjoy their meals, though a few notes about busy times mention occasional delays. The vibe is lively and social, whether brunch, night out with friends or date night, with music and a vibrant yet comfortable environment. This Laval favorite is repeatedly cited for high quality food and drinks, warm hospitality and a decor that makes it a standout spot worth returning to.
Je suis allé en soirée il y a plusieurs années & c'était bon, les prix sont quand même élevé mais les goûts asiatiques sont présents.
Je suis retourné pour un brunch, c'était bon mais encore une fois assez dispendieux. La portion du général tao est super, par contre les morceaux de poulet sont sec.
Je recommande pour les dumplings à la viande. Ceux aux crevettes sont ok mais pas incroyable.
Très beau restaurant cozy !! Le décor est vraiment beau! Super bon brunch on a adoré! Plats délicieux, bonne quantité & prix abordables! Très bon service de la part de notre serveur Jules! J'y retournerai!
May 18, 2025
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Mon nouveau brunch favoris ! On a tout aimé du début à la fin. Les boissons sont bonnes & les plats sont incroyables ! Tout est si savoureux & différent. Le staff est tellement nice en plus ! Ils viennent souvent vour si tout va bien mais sans être intrusif & affichant toujours un beau sourire. & la déco ? Vraiment très sympa. Tout est dans le détail. Enfin bref..... 100% charmée.
The food & service were good but the music was too loud, we had to scream to each other. We came for brunch so I would prefer to be able to talk & enjoy.
Last Saturday night, my friend invited me out to Gon Bui in Laval for the first time-& wow, the vibes were on point. The space is gorgeous, with moody lighting, stylish decor, & a live DJ setting the perfect tone to slide into the weekend.
We came to check out their new summer menu & kicked things off with some bold starters:
• Fried calamari ($22) - Crispy, flavorful, & tossed with garlic, onions, & bell peppers. That sesame mayo dip? A total flavor booster.
• Scallops crudo ($24) - Light, bright, & beautifully plated. The coconut-coriander sauce with green apple made each bite feel like a tropical escape.
• Fried wings ($18) - Golden & crispy with a tangy tamarind-plum sauce on the side. On their own, I found them a bit under-seasoned-but that sauce definitely helped bring it together.
Then came the Coco Espresso Martini ($18)-& let me tell you, this was a moment. Made with Rhum Café Rosemont, vodka, crème de coco, & espresso, it was flambéed tableside with a crème brûlée-style topping. Bold, smooth, & a little dramatic in the best way.
For my main, I went with the soya salmon ($26)-cooked beautifully with a crispy top layer & served in a light veggie broth. The bok choy wasn't really for me, & the white rice leaned a bit too sticky/sushi-style for my taste. But the salmon itself? So good it made up for it.
Dessert time (yes, we got two-no regrets):
• Canto churros ($11) - A single soft & sweet Chinese doughnut paired with orange-blueberry jam & ube whipped cream. A fun little bite, but I wish there were more than one!
• Chai latte panna cotta ($13) - Delicate & creative, with layers of orange-chocolate cream & apricot confit. This one didn't quite hit the spot for me, but it was an interesting combo.
Gon Bui nailed the atmosphere & brought plenty of flavor. It's a solid pick for date night, girls' night, or anytime you want to treat yourself. I'd love to come back & try their brunch-curious to see what creative twists they bring to the morning menu.
We visited because this place is viral on TikTok & for a good reason! We ordered:
*The coco pandan cappuccino - which honestly tasted like a regular cappuccino but it was really good quality so it was worth it
* The cosmo-litchi smash - their take on a Cosmopolitan. It was amazing!
* The Bede Sud-Est: English muffin served with soya braised pork belly, poached egg hollandaise- chinese sauce & cress - This was perfectly portioned, the yolk was runny & the pork was very flavourful
* The Pain Panko Ubé: 2 french toasts coated with coconut-ube coulis, pacan, asian pear compote & fresh fruits - This was buttery & not overly sweet. The portion was large & I believe this is one of their most popular brunch dishes.
Jules was our server. He is incredibly warm, polite & charismatic. The DJ was playing great music that made the atmosphere feel light & dynamic. The music volume was adequate & allowed us to have a good conversation without having to yell.
This experience was 10/10 for us & now we want to come back for lunch/dinner next time we're in time.
If you're considering coming here, make sure you book a table. Don't think twice, you won't regret it.
Apr 6, 2025
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Tout est excellent: cuisine, service, etc. Un petit bémol lié à l'ambiance. C'est l'fun un dg surtout en soirée, mais pour un brunch c'est peut-être un peu trop fort la musique 😉
Nous avons passé un très agréable moment pour le brunch. Le menu était original & les saveurs se mariaient parfaitement bien. Les portions étaient généreuses & nous avons aimé l'ambiance générale & le service.
Brunch: belle presentation mais c'est beaucoup trop sucré, que ce soit les pains doré ou le general tao. D'ailleurs je me serais attendu a un meilleur equilibre sucré salé pour une gauffre au poulet, mais c'est juste du sucré. Dommage.
A very cute fun place to brunch but I go first & foremost to eat & the food was mediocre. The french toast plates were delicious but my fried chicken was dry & didn't look/taste fresh & overall wasn't appetizing unfortunately. I'm now thinking whether it was made the day before. Beverages & food took a while to come out. Perhaps understaffed? Sucks cus this place has so much potential!
Jan 4, 2025
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Pour un restaurant asiatique, la cuisine était très décevante... on avait des attentes considérant le 4,7 étoiles mais sincèrement les dumplings aux crevettes, soupe miso etc manquaient tous de saveur... on était un groupe de 4 & on a tous pris des plats différents, & environ 25% des plats étaient considérés "bons". Service normal, mais ça aurait été mieux qu'on puisse commander en 2 services au lieu de recevoir les plats n'importe quand... ambiance était bien, bons cocktails mais cher! Bref overall si vous voulez bien manger, n'allez pas là pour souper (peut être que les brunchs sont bons, aucune idée)
Was there for Mother's day. The music was banging. I usually like my brunch sweet & salty so I ordered 2 plates to share with my sister. My half of chicken & waffles filled me up so I had difficulty finishing my French toast. Also had their version of the Amaretto sour which was like juice, loved it. Had a sip from my sister's expresso martini & fell in love. It was my first time at Gon Bui but I'll be back.
Tried their brunch & it was amazing!! They had Filipino-inspired Ube French toast that I ordered which was *chefs kiss*. The service is so good, water always topped up, greeted with a smile & they're so friendly. The place is gorgeously decorated & really appreciate the love they put into making this place such a treat to eat at. Highly recommend!
