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Hwang Kum

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

Monkland Village
4.6$
CLOSEDOpens Wednesday 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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*as of 2026-08-01
4.6100 ratings
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76%
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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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Hoai
5.0

Authentique restaurant coréen, j'adore leurs banchan, seafood pancake & leur Galbi LA. Un peu cher & souvent très occupé, mais en général, toujours mon coup de coeur. Service amical & rapide.

Mar 10, 2025
on Google
Mika
5.0

Best Korean food in Montreal

Feb 1, 2025
on Google
Dong
5.0

Best seafood pancake eve

Dec 29, 2024
on Google
Andrew
5.0

An all-time favourite & long-time establishment. I haven't eaten here in some time but the reviews by people who have leave me confident they're as good as ever. If they're not keeping regular hours any more after all these years then all I have to say is: Thank you for your continued service to the community. I have many warm memories in your restaurant.

Dec 25, 2024
on Google
Paul
5.0

There's something cool about a place so exclusive it only opens periodically & doesn't take reservations. Show up just before it opens & hopefully you get a seat. Delicious Korean food, including an amazing seafood pancake. I love the little art pieces in the restaurant too.

Nov 24, 2024
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Kam
5.0

Best seafood pancake in town.

Nov 6, 2024
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Phil
5.0

Small authentic Korean restaurant.

Sep 29, 2024
on Google
Xavier
5.0

Toujours bon. Un rapport qualité prix extraordinaire. C'est goûteux & authentique. L'un des rares à encore servir plusieurs banchans.

Sep 21, 2024
on Google
Chi
5.0

I recently dined at Hwang Kum, & I was blown away by how delicious everything was!

Sep 11, 2024
on Google
Emily
5.0

This restaurant is so underrated! Everything I've had here has been delicious. If you haven't been, I highly recommend getting the Haemul (Seafood) Pajeon & the Galbi beef ribs (I like it better than the L. A. Galbi). Their Mandu are good. Simple, warm & comforting. The Dak bulgogi (spicy marinated chicken) is good, if you prefer a saucier/curry like dish. The Sundubu jigae is solid & I would order it again (but I'm also trying to get a different soup every time because they are all so good). I've also tried their spicy bred & vegetable soup, the pork rib soup is great, & I really loved their spicy cod soup. I've also had the bibimbap & it's very good. The cold bibimbab (salmon bowl) & it's fresh & delicious! I wish they were open for lunch because I would order this again! I would skip the Jokbal. It's good, but I prefer the one from the Montreal Korean & Japanese Foods (grocery store on Sherbrooke st. West). Overall, I love this place! The portions are good, the food is tasty, & satisfying. It's one of the only restaurants that, even if I eat a lot, I don't feel bloated there day after eating here (another sign that they are using excellent ingredients). Call before going, however, because they are a small business, their hours vary (& sometimes they are closed 🥲).

Sep 7, 2024
on Google
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