JUN JUN is described as a vibrant, intimate spot where modern Filipino cuisine is executed with finesse, blending traditional flavors with bold, creative presentations. The tasting menu and brunch are frequent highlights, with numerous dishes lauded for balance and originality, and desserts and breads earning special mention. Service is repeatedly praised as warm, attentive and knowledgeable, with the staff guiding guests through the menu and making everyone feel welcome. The atmosphere is noted for being lively yet comfortable, with tasteful decor and a playlist that fits the vibe. While most reviews sing praises, there are occasional notes about items being unavailable, some dishes overcooked, and pacing issues during longer tasting experiences. Portions are sometimes described as small for the price, leading to a sense that value varies by menu format. The restaurant is recommended for date nights, celebrations and fans of elevated Filipino cuisine, and many guests say they will definitely return to sample more dishes. In sum, JUN JUN stands out as a top option for modern Filipino food in the city, delivering exceptional food and service even as a few operational quirks appear from time to time.
Celebrated my bday with a group of 12 at JunJun last night & could not have been more pleased with the food, the warmth of the owner & overall ambiance. Thank you for hosting us!
Was excited to try the Duck adobo & Kinilaw. Unfortunately 5 of the dishes were not available & we resorted to some alternatives. The crudo was ok. The only vegetarian dish of cabbage was tasty. The short rib was amazing, the Pulpo was overcooked & not upto par. Service was very friendly, but the vibe was not what I was used to for the authentic Filipino street food awesomeness of'Junior'. At the price point (>500 C$ for 4 pax) there is some adjustments to be done to bring this experience in line with its price point.
Plats savoureux, surprenants & généreux
Belle ambiance, musique pas trop forte, & serveur super sympa.
On était là lors du ladies night, alors les martinis étaient en spécial & le deal du jour deux entrée & repas était à un très bon prix. Les pâtes aux shiitakea étaient excellentes.
Mention spéciale pour le dessert churros avec glace au Taro (ou quelque chose dans le genre?) qui était à se jeter par terre! La fusion mexi-philippines à la perfection.
Merci encore!
Some places are so good I want to gatekeep them so I'll always get a table but I just can't do that to Junjun.
Everything is incredible - the food is edible artistry, I particularly loved the scallop crudo which somehow tastes like oysters (???), Ray the co-owner is a blast to hang out with & he genuinely loves the craft of restauranteuring, & I love how intimate yet energetic it always feels.
It's the kind of place that I'm shocked the Michelin guide missed covering. Filipino food made into high end magic. Thank you Ray for making our date night so special 💗
One word wow!
The staff were very welcoming & helpful. The owners/managers recommendations were on point. The food was amazing. Everything was delicious. For the ambiance, I loved that they played early 20s R&B songs!
I will definitely return to try their other dishes!
Where to begin? This restaurant has blown me away. From the moment I walked in, I sensed that I was welcomed into someone's home. The service throughout the evening stayed that way & the staff at this local restaurant were nothing but knowledgeable & courteous from start to finish. As someone who has gone to many of our local businesses throughout the years, very few captured the essence of service the way that this restaurant did.
I would strongly recommend trying their $75 tasting menu & as it gives you a good variety of land & sea. Each preparation was thoroughly thought out & used very fresh ingredients. Our attentive wait staff guided us from our first bite to our our sweet bite, without ever feeling like they were imposing themselves upon us.
We had a scallop crude to start, a Filipino octopus peanut butter dish as our second, followed by a creamy mushroom pasta dish before finishing with a beautiful short rib that was tender to the bite. For dessert, an innovative churro dish topped with their homemade ube ice cream. What a delight!
All the while, the ambience was that of a'90s r&b club, mixed with a upscale restaurant vibe.
I would not hesitate to come again & bring my family & friends along for the ride. For the next experience, I will be definitely trying their full tasting menu of six courses.
Le restaurant était une belle découverte. La nourriture était bonne, le concept de table d'hôte était bien & le serveur, Oli, était top. Je recommande ce resto!
