Monday

Closed

Tuesday

11:30 am - 9:30 pm

Wednesday

11:30 am - 9:30 pm

Thursday

11:30 am - 9:30 pm

Friday

11:30 am - 9:30 pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

Reviews consistently praise Kan Bei for authentic Sichuan flavors, bold heat, generous portions, and quick service, with many calling it the best Chinese restaurant in Montreal and noting freshness and reliability over years. Dishes frequently highlighted include mapo tofu, boiled fish in chili oil, twice cooked pork, spicy cumin lamb, kung pao, and crispy noodles with shrimp, and other favorites such as garlic fried ribs and cabbage, while a few items were described as overly oily, bland, or overly sweet with some texture or salt balance concerns. Service is repeatedly described as friendly and efficient, and the atmosphere as warm and inviting, though some diners find the space sparse, the lighting chilly, the tables cheap, or the kitchen noise audible. Location notes include proximity to Centre Bell and a newer Peel Street location, with reviewers saying portions and price offer good value even if some find it a bit pricey for the amount. Overall Kan Bei comes across as a reliable, flavorful spot for authentic Chinese cuisine, popular with regulars and groups, delivering strong dishes and consistent quality amid occasional menu inconsistencies.

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Lin

5.0

It was a very pleasant dining experience. The environment is beautiful, the dishes are delicious, & the prices are favorable. I finally had real Sichuan flavor. The environment is very clean. Highly recommend everyone to come & eat.

Aug 20, 2024

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Likai

We had a company lunch & chose Kanbei. It was my first time here. The environment was great, the service was nice, & the food was served quickly. When we came, it was almost lunch break, but the waiter & the kitchen staff waited until all our dishes were served before going to rest. Thumbs up👍 When ordering, the waiter took the initiative to ask what level of spiciness we could eat. She also asked from time to time how it tasted. The service was very attentive. Thumbs up again👍.

Jérémie

Service is fast & efficient. The food is amazing! It feels very authentic, well presented with a lot of flavour! The portion size is decent, I really don't have anything negative to say about this restaurant. I had a great experience eating there & it wasn't very expensive.

Aug 19, 2024

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