Keung Kee specializes in authentic Chinese and Szechuan culinary traditions, focusing on bold spice profiles and traditional preparation techniques. The kitchen produces a variety of classic plates, featuring everything from stir-fried noodle dishes to fragrant meat preparations infused with high-quality peppercorns and dried chilis. Patrons encounter an environment prioritizing straightforward, functional service and efficient delivery of high-volume kitchen output. Each recipe emphasizes the balance of savory, spicy, and aromatic elements that define the regional heritage of this specific style. The menu highlights a commitment to accessible, flavor-forward cooking that remains grounded in functional, time-tested preparation methods. This establishment serves as a direct point of access for those seeking focused, regional-inspired flavor profiles delivered with consistency and technical precision in a minimalist and utilitarian setting.
Keung Kee is widely recognized as a go-to destination for authentic, old-school Cantonese cuisine in Montreal, offering generous portions and excellent value that keep patrons returning for years. While the atmosphere is unpretentious and the service style is fast and straightforward, experiences with the staff range from helpful and efficient to occasionally brusque. Diners frequently praise staples like the beef chow fun, roast duck, and fresh seafood, though some have noted inconsistencies in dish seasoning or occasional frustrations regarding tipping practices and billing. Despite mixed reports on service interactions and decor, the restaurant remains a beloved local favorite for those seeking a reliable, flavourful, and traditional dining experience.
One Saturday, I had lunch here & ordered a fried noodle dish that was about $18. When it was time to pay, the owner told me the total was $27. At the time, I didn't calculate the total with tax & tip, & I asked whether the tip had been included. He said no, so I generously gave an additional $5 tip (all in cash).
On my way home, I did the math & realized that the $27 had most likely already included all taxes & a tip. I was genuinely shocked that the owner appeared to have intentionally overcharged me & then accepted an additional tip after telling me that no tip had been included. I hope other customers will double-check their bills before paying.
Delicious, authentic Chinese food - highly highly recommend! Visited twice in one week. Our favorites were pork collar stir fry, sweet & sour pork, steamed scallop & fried soft shell crab. Sadly they didn't have razor clams when we went. Lobster didn't have enough meat & gravy was a little too starchy/gloopy for my taste. Fish maw soup was basic but good. Really loved this place, full of elderly Cantonese speaking clientele. Just bring an empty stomach & no expectations for 3 star service ;)
Our group of trio had the 4 person dinner with came with a plate of chicken, beef & veggie, deep fried fish, & sweet & sour pork. A big bowl of soup & rice were also included, but alas, no red bean soup for dessert. Excellent value & good tasting Cantonese style food for less than $70!
Sep 4, 2025
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They have the best fried rice I've ever had. Their other dishes such as general tao chicken, stuffed tofu or orange beef are also good, but the seafood fried rice is truly the star.
However, they use disposable plastic table cloth, which produces a lot of plastic waste.
Keung Kee is an institution. Decades ago this place was know as the best restaurant in Montreal's Chinatown & imo it still is. I've honestly have never had a bad dish here; taste & flavours have always been on point.
I recommend their signature mushroom rolls, razor clams, clams with vermicelli, eggplant, beef hotplate & stir fried noodles for all kinds.
Absolutely delicious. I feel like it's authentic as it can get. Service was quick & food came out nice & hot. The salt & pepper pork chops were soooooo delicious. It had the perfect seasoning. I asked for a pan fried noodle thinking it was those crispy noodles & I got more of a chow fun. It's fine cause it was still super good. We came around 4:30 pm. Which was good cause around 5:15 it was getting packed. Not thing I did not like was I was cold lol. I wish the heater worked lol. Overall pretty great & affordable dinner. Each entree was like $12-$14 CAD. Better priced than the US.
We ordered fried oysters & they were huge & fried to perfection with the Hong Kong style batter, light & crunchy, very delicious. We also had the stuffed shrimp paste 3 ways with tofu, eggplant & peppers in a black bean sauce. The portion of these dishes were quite substantial & we couldn't finish either. The prices were very reasonable given the quality & serving size. We will definitely be back again when we're in the area. Great experience.
I shared Combo H with my friend, & if you don't eat that much, the portion is big enough to feed three people. I personally enjoyed the peanut butter dumplings a lot. The chicken fried rice & stir-fried vegetables were good as well, but the rest of the dishes were just okay. The batter on the General Tao chicken was too thick, & the shrimp had almost no flavor. The wonton soup tasted like it was on the level of frozen food. Overall, considering the price, it's a good spot for saving some money
