Overall, Ici Restaurant Coréen comes across as a tiny, cozy spot with a whimsical vibe where friendly service shines even when busy. Dishes like spicy beef and spicy fishcake kimbap, bulgogi, kimchi, and a range of kimbap and tteokbokki are praised for fresh flavors and generous portions at affordable prices, with snow crab kimbap becoming a favorite for some. A handy order screen with photos helps customize orders and minimize ingredient guesswork. The space is very small, with only two tables, which adds to the charm but can limit dine-in options and there is no bathroom inside. The atmosphere, decor, and mom-and-pop feel contribute to a comforting, nostalgic mood that makes this a go-to for Korean comfort food in Montreal, though a few experiences note some dishes falling short of expectations, particularly the Korean fried chicken which sometimes seemed like a side rather than a main, and portions that felt small.
Such a cozy atmosphere!
If you love authentic Korean food be sure to try this place!
I had their rose tteokbboki & regular Kimbap.
It was sweet & spicy exactly what I was craving!
Kimbap was so fresh & perfectly balanced !
A real gem ❤?
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.
With a 4.9 rating on Uber Eats, & over 260 reviews, this had to be amazing, right? Right? Oh.....not at all. It was... barely edible.
So I ordered the Korean Fried Chicken. I mean, the best fried chicken in the world at a place with this kind of rating has to hit hard. For $26 I got what can only be seen as a side order. The box was so small that I was looking for the rest of it. It was glorified General Tao Chicken, that's all. It was nowhere near Korean Fried Chicken. Small bites of white mean with a batter akin to what you see at a Chinese restaurant, & a similar sauce. Such a dissapointment. Luckily my cousin & I ordered a Tuna Kimbap to share, but it seemed they took the tuna straight out of the can & into a poorly constructed sushi roll. Dry, & the one tiny soy sauce packet was insufficient to deliver any moisture or flavor.
Nothing about this would tempt me to try again. I'm really curious as to how it accrued such a positive rating. Now I'm just said I spent the money, sad I wasted the calories & & I'm still craving REAL Korean friend chicken.
A mom & pop dining. Authentic Korean kimbap. So many flavor combinations & they can adjust it the kimbap for substitutions. Good spot when you're traveling & need Korean food ASAP
Small might mighty korean restaurant,
with some of the best bulgogi kimbap & tteoboki I've had in Montreal so far! There's only 2 tables to sit at, so keep that in mind, but the food is definitely worth it!
Mar 30, 2025
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It's a hidden gem~ I am Korean living in Montreal & the food here reminds me of my time in Korea with with some modern style & Japanese fusion~ we tried the rose tteokboki, udon, tuna kimbap, yubuchobap, takoyaki, & kimchi! The two of us finish every last bite, it was so good & fresh. I really enjoy the cozy ambiance with the cute decorations, books & Korean pop music. I would highly recommend to come try it~ my favourite was the pork yubuchobap. Yuzu ade was so amazing too✨ I just wish there was more seating! ☺️
Entering here immediately transported us to Korea, like we just entered a typical small shop. Gimbap looks similar to sushi rolls but is an entirely different flavor, many cooked meats like beef available. We added the Bong Bong combo to one order & it came with delicious chicken & nice fruit like fresh cherries & blackberries. There was Korean pop music playing & the decor is fun, including a tiny library. You can also buy dried ramen packs flavors here that are hard to find like kimchi. Only 4 to 6 people total can sit, which adds to the overall experience of a genuine simple Korean shop. The host is very kind & makes you feel at home. You pay when you order from the big computer touchscreen, so no waiting for the bill at the end.
The kimbap was the best I've ever had - fresh & delicious. The restaurant is clean, & the staff are super friendly. I really wish we had an Ici in my town. Highly recommend if you love great Korean food!
Jul 7, 2024
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I've been looking for a korean restaurant that specializes in kimbaps for a long time. I was so pleasantly surprised when I found out about this restaurant! Since I was nearby, I decided to check this place out. I ended up ordering tteokbeokki & yubuchobap (spicy pork, spicy beef, spicy chicken, soy pork). I did not order a kimbap ironically because I had a kimbap already today. Everything was cooked fresh & the food came out deliciously! The portions are definitely worth the price in my opinion. The tteokbokki is more soupy than saucy but i liked how soupy it was. The flavour was spot on! Not too sweet & not too spicy. I would come back again next time to try the kimbaps for sure.
I was in Japan a few months ago & was enthralled with the variety of tiny mom & pop foodie delight restaurants. Ok, this one is Korean but sitting in this two table micro delight took me back to Kyoto via Seoul. The food was an adventure & absolutely delicious. The atmosphere may reflect Korea, I'm sure, but for me I was back in Japan. Don't miss this fab foodie voyage. I will be back to explore the culinary magic.
Hidden gem! Cute small place for kimbap! Im glad we have stumble in this little korean restaurant. Parking is a little bit hard but then again it depends on the day & time of the week! The kimbap is prepared only when you order so i can guarantee freshness. Ttokbokki was amazing. Not heavy at all & i suggest to add an egg & for the win: cheese! Great varieties of kimbap! I strongly suggest this place to all amateur of kimbap! Will definitely go back & try
