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.
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!
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.
Dec 18, 2025
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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.
Sep 6, 2025
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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
