Ici Restaurant Coréen is described as a small, cozy, mom-and-pop spot in Montreal with a whimsical vibe featuring Korean music, a mini library, and warm, attentive service. The place is praised for fresh, delicious food, generous portions for the price, and a menu that highlights kimbap varieties, bulgogi, tteokbokki, bibimbap, and kimchi, with many noting options for different tastes and substitutions. The order screen with photos is appreciated for convenient customization. The atmosphere and affordability draw praise, alongside takeout-friendly service and a welcoming, homey feel. However, it is a very small venue with limited seating, no on-site bathroom, and occasional inconsistencies in dishes, including one review that mischaracterized fried chicken and another that found a tuna kimbap dry. Overall, it emerges as a beloved, quirky spot worth visiting for Korean comfort food in Montreal.
I had dinner here today & enjoyed my experience. It seemed like there was only one young lady working at the time. Despite handling many orders on her own, she remained friendly & polite. The food was delicious, & the service was great, especially considering how busy it was. I will come back again!
Mar 3, 2026
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No words can describe how much I'm in love with this place! It's very small but it makes it especially cozy - straight out of a fairytale. Korean music, mini-library, a lot of cute decorations & of course lamps, the vibe is on top! Also as an introvert I loved their order screen - you can see all of the menu with photos & customize your order, no need to ask about all the ingredients & be nervous about mispronouncing the unfamiliar word!
I also was very pleasantly surprised about how affordable prices are! The food portions are big & it's DELICIOUS! I tried the snow crab gimbap & now it's one of my favorite dishes! & it costed around 11$. This place is must have to visit if you're in Montreal! Especially if you're an artist or love whimsical, magical vibes & Korean food!
As a son of former small business owners, I can recognize a mom & pop shop from a mile away, & this is one such place. It was clear to me that the spicy pork dosirak was made with care & keen attention to taste. I felt as if I had been transported back to the boonsik diners I miss so dearly back in Korea. I always feel like Korean food in Montreal is just, far too inadequate in taste compared to Toronto or Vancouver, but this place gives me hope that we are finally getting Korean food right in this city.
Great food & friendly service! FYI: it's a very small place (two tables). Tteokbokki was a highlight! So refreshing that they don't force a tip option. Thank you!
This place is such a hidden gem! Literally everything I've tried so far was 10/10. The only thing to keep in mind is it's a small place so you might not be able to dine in, & also there's no bathroom inside. The service is excellent otherwise.
Very good food & fresh made to order!
Unfortunately very small but cute seating area & no water offered.
Love: jeyuk (spicy pork) & the kids loved the triangle kimbap
