KAWSAY reinvents Ecuadorian cuisine with a contemporary twist. Each dish is a creation that blends ancestral traditions with modernity, each cocktail an invitation to travel, and each visit a moment where people connect through authentic flavors.
Here, we celebrate culture, authenticity, and shared moments. You're not simply discovering a new cuisine, you're entering the vibrant world of Ecuador, where every detail is designed to awaken your senses and create unforgettable memories.
Our Specialties
Empanada, Ceviche & Chicharron
Amenities, services & more
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Kawsay earns praise for authentic Ecuadorian flavors, warm hospitality, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes each visit feel special. Dishes such as ceviche jipijapa, corviche, empanada de verde, cazuela de mariscos, and caldo de bolas are highlighted for freshness, vibrant presentation, and thoughtful preparation, while cocktails and natural juices are frequently commended. Service is described as warm, attentive, and knowledgeable, with generous portions and fair pricing noted by many. Overall, the restaurant stands out as an excellent introduction to Ecuadorian cuisine in Montreal, inviting guests to explore traditional dishes in a lively and comforting setting.
The food is amazing! I did not expect Ecuadorian food to be like this. It exceeded my expectations.
The service was also great. They were very welcoming & helpful. I will definitely be coming back.
J'ai n'ai pas été aussi épatée par un restaurant depuis longtemps! Cuisine délicieuse & colorée qui sort de l'ordinaire. De plus, avec un décor & un service impeccable. Je recommande à tous d'aller y manger!
Mar 5, 2026
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We went to try out this new restaurant with our Ecuadorian friend, & we were not disappointed whatsoever. The food is delicious & portions are generous. We ordered the appetizer trio & particularly loved the corviche. I got the tuna steak with moro for main dish & it was very tasty! I can't wait to go back
Un resto sans égal.
La présentation des plats & la nourriture elle-même sont exquises.
Les coctels sont parfaits & l'ambiance est parfaite pour une soirée entre amis.
Best ecuadorian food in Montréal. I have tried many plates & all of them were really tasty & atmosphere is so nice.I recommend you to try ceviche jipijapa
Merveilleuse nouveauté sur le boulevard Saint-Laurent, ça fait vraiment du bien de découvrir une place comme ça.
Réconfortant, agréable, frais & raffiné : c'est ça que vous venez chercher en passant ces portes.
Sortez de votre zone de confort & allez à la rencontre de cette cuisine équatorienne une très belle découverte.
Went to Kawsay for Valentine's Day & the restaurant menu is something out of my comfort zone, but I was delicious! The service is amazing & I want to thank the staff who served us again! 🥰
We live in the US but our family is Ecuadorian. So we jumped at the opportunity to have some of our favorites that we haven't been able to have in a while.
The corviches & the muchines we're out of this world! So good, I think we're planning a trip out here again just so we can eat them again.
The natural juices were incredibly good, I almost cried.
We ordered the cazuela, the colonche, & two tonga, one with pork the other with duck. We loved EVERYTHING. I would order the jelly on the side for the duck tonga. I feel like it had a little too much on it. I would have preferred more of the peanut sauce.
Feb 15, 2026
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C'est un nouveau restaurant avec une cuisine équatorienne authentique. Le personnel était très gentil & attentionné, & l'ambiance du lieu était également super agréable. Je recommande totalement ! Le ceviche était de loin le meilleur plat.
The food is amazing, especially for seafood lovers. The plate presentation is beautiful. The personnel are very polite & nice. La sopa de bolas de verde is super delicious.
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Une belle découverte, la nourriture est très bonne & c'est original. Les présentations sont soignés & les quantités sont généreuses. le service est top ! 👌
