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Hwang Kum

Authentic Korean flavors and interactive tabletop BBQ await at this local staple.

Monkland Village
4.6$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 6 pm
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Hwang Kum delivers an authentic Korean culinary experience characterized by the interactive preparation of tabletop barbecue. Guests utilize integrated grills to sear marinated meats and fresh vegetables, ensuring a customized level of char and tenderness for every bite. The menu features an extensive array of traditional side dishes, known as banchan, which provide a diverse spectrum of fermented, pickled, and seasoned flavors. Every dish emphasizes bold profiles, utilizing essential staples such as gochujang, sesame oil, and garlic to maintain historical flavor integrity. This establishment prioritizes the communal aspect of Korean dining by focusing on shared platters and robust, hearty portions. The atmosphere remains centered on the functional preparation of food, allowing the quality of the ingredients and the specific techniques of traditional Korean seasoning to remain the primary focus of the experience.

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4.6100 ratings
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76%
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12%
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on Google4.4 (300+)
*as of 2026-08-01
4.6100 ratings
5★
76%
4★
12%
3★
4%
2★
7%
1★
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Review Summary

Hwang Kum is widely celebrated for serving authentic, comforting Korean cuisine that feels like home cooking. The standout item is consistently described as the best seafood pancake in the city, though the entire menu, including beef ribs, bulgogi, and various noodle dishes, receives high praise for freshness and flavor. While the restaurant offers a fantastic and welcoming experience with courteous service, it is a very small, family-run establishment where space is limited. Potential visitors should note that seating is tight, lineups are common, and it is advisable to check operating hours in advance since they can be irregular.
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Zizzle
5.0

Best K pancake in town hands down, a must order.

Jul 25, 2026
on Google
Nastasia
5.0

The food was so delicious, I love this place.

Jul 14, 2026
on Google
Melanie
5.0

Closest to halmeoni's cooking in the city. It has all the classic comfort dishes you want & definitely agree that the seafood pancake is the best in the city. The atmosphere is also classic, which I like. Only downside is there's little space so tables are quite close together.

Jun 29, 2026
on Google
Missy
4.0

Hwang Kum est un petit resto situe dans le quartier de CDN qui sert la cuisine authentique coreenne. Il y a une grande variete de plats @ choisir par contre il y a un plat il faut absolument commander : les crepes coreennes, tellement delicieux. Leurs petits plats assortis' banchans' sont excellents. Merci pour le bel accueil & service. Le resto est tres petit, les places sont limitees, allez-y de bonheur car il n'accepte pas de reservation. Au plaisir Missy A.

Jun 12, 2026
on Google
Queenie
5.0

Best Seafood Pancake in Montreal! Love this little family ran restaurant!

I always call before going just to make sure they are open as opening hours/day might not be exactly accurate, but still highly recommend!

May 15, 2026
on Google
Stella
1.0

Came in at 8:30pm to a closed restaurant. Signs said that they close at 10pm. No explanation, woman just told us that it was closed.

May 12, 2026
on Google
Erin
5.0

A great little spot. Very polite & courteous service. & the food is fantastic. Seafood pancake (pajeon) was excellent; best I've had. Great balance of veg & protein with a great flavour & the perfect caremalized crisp bottom. The beef ribs (galbi) were rich & flavourful. Perfect marinade. & Bibimbap was delicious. Overall great experience.

Apr 30, 2026
on Google
Chops
5.0

Great classic Korean restaurant! Best seafood pancake in the city!

Apr 20, 2026
on Google
Carole
5.0

Food is amazing, the seafood crepe is a must, although everything is delicious. Its a small place, so show up few minutes before 6pm when they open, otherwise you risk not having a spot to sit during first service.

Apr 20, 2026
on Google
Steph
5.0

Delicious food. Opening hours are irregular, but if it's open, go in & eat!

Apr 18, 2026
on Google
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