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JIAO DIM SUM BAR

Old Montreal
4.4$$
OPEN5 pm - 3 am
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JIAO DIM SUM BAR Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Jiao, is a dim sum restaurant-bar concept in Old Montreal. It will offer dumplings, bao (Chinese) buns and seafood dim sum in different ways. Beautiful large lanterns and a u-shaped central bar provide a great ambiance to eat or have a drink.

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Reviews for JIAO DIM SUM BAR

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on Google4.1 (600+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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Review Summary

JIAO DIM SUM BAR comes across as a lively Montreal spot with a bar vibe, great music and a vibe that works for groups or a date night. The service is frequently praised for speed and friendliness, though a few reviews mention slower moments during busy times and occasional miscommunications. The food earns broad admiration for flavor and freshness, with many dishes described as tasty and enjoyable, while others note inconsistency and some items being overly salty or not meeting expectations, and some diners feel the menu tilts toward a Westernized style. The cocktail program is a standout for many guests, delivering well balanced and creative drinks that complement the lively setting. Ambiance, energy and overall experience are repeatedly highlighted as positives, while a minority of patrons express frustration with price, portion size or specific dishes. As a result, JIAO DIM SUM BAR remains a popular choice for a night out in Montreal, with strong praise for vibe and drinks but mixed opinions on food value and consistency.
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Eve is the best bartender ever. I love her so much. She makes the best drinks & makes it worth the travel to montreal every single time. ❤?❤?❤?❤?

Jan 14, 2026
on Google

Mila, Marco, Maelie & Alex are actually terrific bartenders. They greet u when you come in everytime! They make you feel welcome! They remember you when you come in & honestly, the food is fantastic & the music is always on point.

Jun 6, 2025
on Google

Food 10/10 & we got served by one of the best bartenders, Marco, & one of the best restaurants in Montreal. 100% recommend if you're looking for a good time, good food & good music

Jun 5, 2025
on Google

Best experience everrr, the bartender'Mily' I think was the sweetest !! Definitely recommend

May 5, 2025
on Google

For the people leaving this place 5 stars - notice how few reviews most of them have left in total.
Jiao is running off mostly hype. You see a lot of comments on the service but I think this is because a lot of people leaving reviews know the staff. I noticed one bartender was already acquainted with several people in the room so there is likely a social circle backing the repertoire of this place. The service I experienced was fine but nothing worth noting.
The bar looks amazing, atmosphere is the strong point here for sure. Food is not. The shrimp dish I ordered for $30/7 pieces was food court quality at best. Very salty, not gourmet by any standard. I stopped there with the food. The drinks were great however. One dish & two drinks rang me up over $70 - in this economy this is not a place I am trying to revisit, given that I can feed 3-4 people at a Chinese restaurant with much better food for the same price.

Feb 5, 2025
on Google

Excellent spot, very tasty food & great bartenders. My new favorite place when I'm in Montréal.

Aug 22, 2024
on Google

6 of us sat at the curved bar, right at the entrance for a birthday! Exceptional service from Daniel the bartender, he was attentive & sincere during our entire experience (bonus: he waived the cost of rice & dessert for the birthday guest)! Huge thanks to his hospitality & coordinating the special presentation of the dessert! We were surprised with how much we liked the food - especially the duck tacos presented on cucumber bases (clever), & the chow fun beef noodles were delicious! Excellent marg, & front of house staff were great with refreshing plates & waters given it was a full house. The DJ's set was incredible Saturday night, R&B throwbacks & hiphop, couldn't help but dance in our seats. Really great experience, happy to return again!

Jul 15, 2024
on Google

Excellent drinks & food. Bartenders are incredibly friendly & helpful. Jace made phenomenal custom drinks & recommended great spots around the city for tourists. Highly recommend.

Oct 5, 2023
on Google
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4.0

Food is amazing, ambiance is cozy, nice music & vibe. Service from the manager or hostess was pretty rude. He was rushing us to leave in a non professional way. Luckily our bartender/waitress calmed the situation & offered us drinks.

Jul 27, 2020