Reviews describe JUN JUN as a bold, modern take on Filipino cuisine that blends traditional flavors with fine dining polish, delivering a tasting menu praised for inventive combinations, precise execution, and thoughtful pairings. Dishes such as duck adobo, octopus kare kare, short ribs, palabok, and miso cabbage are highlighted for their balanced, punchy flavors and striking presentations, while some vegetarian options are noted as tasty and satisfying. The ambience is repeatedly described as intimate and energetic, with a lively playlist and a hospitality team that is friendly, accommodating, and knowledgeable, offering clear explanations of each course and tailoring to dietary needs. The service and atmosphere are frequently cited as the highlight, making guests feel welcomed and at home, and many say the experience warrants a return to sample more of the menu. Occasional drawbacks include dishes that can be small for the price, occasional timing issues during dinner service, and a rare instance of a rushed dessert course during a special event, but overall JUN JUN is seen as a standout that elevates Filipino cuisine with creative technique and vibrant energy.
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.
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.
Oliver, Ella, & Rey are the best! The food is amazing (get the octopus), great cocktails, but what puts the cherry on the top is the atmosphere, everyone is friendly & there's an amazing vibe over all!
It was my first time trying Filipino food, interesting to see cultures blend. Cudos to chef Lorenzo!!! The pasta was sooo good, as well as the short rib. Cocktails were interesting Ella! But the music!! oMg couldn't stop dancing the whole dinner.
& last but not least….Oliver! So much vibe ❤?
Nov 1, 2025
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Great vibes & fun & attentive service from Oliver, Ella & Chef Lorenzo! Mushroom pasta was amazing, & the grilled octopus was delicious. Would come back for the pasta. Kudos!
A chilled vibe with a focused menu from Chef Lorenzo - loved the duck adobo! Brilliant service from Oliver & Ella, & a great playlist, would definitely recommend a visit!
Cool atmosphere with vibey music. Inventive dishes bringing Filipino traditions & flavours to a fine dining-esque presentation. Everything was rich & flavorful & service was charmingly vibrant. The beef short rib was rightly a signature dish - must have. Oliver & Ella were amazing, & kudos to chef Lorenzo for making us feel very welcomed.
The tasting menu was incredible, my dad & I absolutely adored the food, every dish was a hit, they were perfectly balanced & flavourful. The owner was so friendly & kind as well as the rest of the staff. The vibes were immaculate as well great music, nice decor & great people. We had an amazing evening there & I cannot recommend it enough. Worth every penny.
Jun 28, 2025
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10/10!!! Le service est INCROYABLE, la nourriture est DÉLICIEUSE & l'atmosphère est parfaite. Musique juste assez pour mettre une vibe sans devoir crier. Définitivement un de mes top resto à montreal !
We had an epic dinner at Junjun that blew us away! Expectations were sky-high, & Junjun absolutely nailed it. The place was buzzing, but despite booking bar seats, we got hooked up with a table-major props for that. Ray, the manager, was a total rockstar, making sure everything was on point with his phenomenal service. Super friendly, always smiling, & he gave us remarkable menu & drink tips. Let's talk food-Scallops Crudo? Super tasty. That Cabbage? Spicy & packed with flavor! The Duck Adobo was a flavor bomb, & the Longanisa? Straight-up amazing. But the showstopper? The Octopus Kare-Kare. This dish is next-level, hands down the best octopus I've ever had. The vibes were on fire with great music, & the rest of the crew was just as awesome-friendly, attentive, & keeping the energy high. Junjun, you nailed it. Can't wait to come back! Highly recommend it!!
A New modern philipino restaurant in Montréal, the food was delicious & excellent drinks especially the passion fruit martini. Fresh oysters & great vibes for a date night. Friendly staff so you definitely need to add JunJun to your favorite list!
