Itaewon MTL is praised for authentic Korean cuisine with generous portions and reasonable prices, delivering favorites like tteokbokki, bulgogi, bibimbap, japchae, and seafood pancakes, plus a standout fried chicken. The ambience is described as warm, welcoming, and cozy, with a stylish yet comfortable decor that suits families, couples, and groups, though the restaurant can get crowded at peak times. Service is repeatedly highlighted as friendly, attentive, and efficient, with staff accommodating dietary needs and making guests feel at home. Most reviews note fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors, with some dishes offering a milder spice level than expected or occasional saltiness, and a few mentions of wait times or being chilly inside. Takeout and dine-in experiences are both represented, and many diners express strong plans to return to try more items. Overall the consensus is that Itaewon MTL offers solid value, dependable Korean comfort food, and a welcoming atmosphere that draws repeat visits.
J'y suis allé avec des amies pour la première fois, on n'a trop aimé. Belle déco & bon service. Tout ce quon n'a pris était bon & bien chaud. Le riz au kimchi est un Ré-gal 💯. J'y suis retourné une deuxième fois & j'y retournerai encore.
I had ordered the yangnyum chicken & had it delivered to my house. I live far away from the restaurant & when it arrived, it wasn't really hot, but it was so delicious. I told myself that that I had to have it at the restaurant. Today at the restaurant, I was not disappointed. It was exceptional. I highly recommend it. The service was great as well.
Aug 8, 2025
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Excellente cuisine coréenne avec une belle ambiance & 2 jeunes serveurs qui s'occupent de tout y compris les cocktails !! Autant vous dire qu'ils ne s'amusent pas !! & Ils sont très sympa & efficaces.
Their fried chicken is to die for!!
Solid 10/10 ✨✨✨✨✨
Fries 10/10 ✨✨✨✨✨(just like Costco fries)
Best Korean fried chicken in Montreal! (2025)
Perfect crispy outside, super juicy chicken meat inside. Taste is also wonderful, light weight just so well proportionally balanced. 👏🏻 A special Shoutouts to their attention to detail! Onions slices on top was super thin, & the touch of seasoning on top of the fried chicken elevates the flavor & gives a well finished touch. Chunky fried chicken & also delicately seasoned. Wow!
( I did not like the Creamy onion sauce though, it was too sweet, I personally just don't like any sauce in general.🤣) I would order without sauce next time.
Highly recommend the yangnyum chicken! Also, got the bibimbap (classic) & lychee soju (loved it) for 2 people, more than enough food. The only cons were the wait to be seated was probably 30 - 45 mins (recommend making a reso) & was seated in a high traffic area. But the staff & food were so great that it was worth it. When I come back to Montreal, definitely coming back here.
Great Korean food in the Village. Finally a restaurant where waiters speak french. Extensive menu. Great comfortable patio furniture, chairs & tables. Service was also prompt, polite & attentive. Let's talk about the Japchea. It was so tasty. Maybe 2 small piece of cabage. Lots of Shitake mushrooms, nice thick slc of red pepper, shaved carrots, sno peas & baby spinach. This was l fine dinig experience not solely based onn a greasy mix of greasy combo of cabbage & oinion. & they are pet friendly
