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Krapow

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.6$ & $$
OPEN11:30 am - 9 pm
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Krapow Le Plateau-Mont-Royal, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Krapow specializes in bold Southeast Asian flavors, focusing primarily on the aromatic complexity of Thai street food and vibrant Indonesian staples. The menu centers on the signature holy basil stir-fry, which provides a foundational heat that characterizes much of the culinary identity here. Each dish incorporates fresh chili, garlic, and traditional aromatics to ensure an authentic representation of regional spice profiles. Beyond the core protein-driven stir-frys, the kitchen explores fusion techniques that balance savory umami notes with subtle sweetness and acidity. The atmosphere remains focused on efficient service and the delivery of intense, spice-forward recipes served in a casual, functional environment. Patrons find a reliable selection of regional classics that emphasize the raw, unfiltered intensity of traditional cooking methods practiced across Indonesia and Thailand.

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Reviews for Krapow

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on Google4.6 (500+)
*as of 2026-07-01
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Review Summary

Krapow consistently earns praise for its delicious and authentic Southeast Asian cuisine, with many diners highlighting the beef krapow, rendang, and laksa as standout dishes. The menu is celebrated for being entirely gluten-free and offering unique vegan options, making it a favorite destination for those with dietary restrictions. While the restaurant is frequently described as a cozy and charming spot with exceptional, friendly service, some guests note that the space is quite small and the seating can be uncomfortable. Although the vast majority of feedback is highly positive regarding the freshness and balance of flavors, occasional comments suggest that some portion sizes could be more generous for the price, yet the overall consensus points to a high-quality, welcoming dining experience worth repeating.
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Fantastic beef rendang; only complaint is that I wish there was more. Small menu Thai restaurants deserve all the love. Highly recommend the soup as well.

Jul 5, 2026
on Google

Kudos to owner & team. The resto is tastefully decorated giving off a street vibe. Friendly service/staff & the food was hallucinating. What a celebration for your taste buds!!!!
Make sure to accompany your meal with one of their rice beers to complete your experience!!!
- Beef Krapow (delicious Thai dish made with ground beef, holy basil/krapow, garlic, & chili, all served with a mound of their signature rice, & topped with a fried egg )
- Beef Rendang (Indo-Malay dish of tender, savory beef flavored with shallots, lemongrass, garlic, chili, tamarind, & coconut milk, served with a mound of coconut lemon rice, fried shallots, & delicate pickled daikon slices

Aug 4, 2025
on Google

Laksa Soup 🍜 For The W!

Honestly enough can't be said about @krapow.ca located in the heart of Montreal. This unassuming spot in one of Montreal hottest neighbourhoods has been serving up delicious Thai food now for 5 delicious years. I'm just so upset at myself it took me this long to come visite!

I have to start off with one of the stars of the show the Laksa. Absolutely show stopper of a soup, can't remember the last time I've had such amazing depth of flavour in a broth. Truly beautiful balance between savory, heat & umami. A elite move if u wanna take this dish to the next level in my opinion is to add the Sambal Belacan Chicken on top. It adds a layer of crunch & texture overall to the dish that to be really adds. You can also add anyone of their 3 in house Sambals to it, all were just amazing. The noodles had amazing bounce to them, the toppings all perfectly curated. Honestly a 10/10 dish, FOODGASMIC💦 to say the least! & I like to add, everything they have is gluten free!

Next we have the Beef Rendang, origins now focusing on Indonesia & boy this dish really transported me there! It's was so flavour packed full of Spices & herbs, slowly cooked for hours & hours that the meat just feel apart in yoyr mouth. Honestly I can't believe I've only ever had this dish 3 times in my life & this time had to have been my favorite tbh. This rich, sweet & savoury Stew is just what I needed.

Last but not least we have the famous beef Krapow for what they are famous for. Honestly I've only ever had this dish made with pork so I was wondering what the difference flavour notes & textures might be. Truthfully, really pleasantly surprised. Not to much heat which was a little odd because normally every time I've had this dish it really just burns your face off. But I guess they have to keep it a little calmer for the whities LOL. But again really well balanced dish especially with the fried egg on top it really lends a richness to the entire meal you break it up & eat it all together really well done. My only thing if I were to give anything to improve or add to this dish definitely a little bit of heat, & cripier beef, but still 11/10!

Jul 26, 2025
on Google

I don't know, to me personally it's not really authentic Thai cuisine. The spices & all are different. Not for me.

Jul 20, 2025
on Google

Petit restaurant thaï , la soupe & le boeuf était bon. C'était rempli de saveur !

May 21, 2025
on Google

Delicieux & copieux ! Parfait pour les fans de cuisine thaï épicée !

Mar 22, 2025
on Google

The overall portion size of the Tom Kha was *really* small- not too bad in terms of the protein, & it *was* tasty while it lasted- but this "meal portion" was served (by delivery) in the same size cup as the appetizer Som Tam. & then the Som Tam- this was probably a *bit* more quantity than the other Thai restaurants tend to give- but wayyyy less flavour. Might give it another shot on-premises & order a non-soup main (& try to scope whether the soups are larger portion on-premises)- I want to believe the other reviews, & this is the closest Thai spot to my apartment, but for now my choice of Thai delivery will be elsewhere...

Nov 19, 2024
on Google
5.0

One of the best Thai authentic restaurant in Montreal/Canada. It's a very cute restaurant with delicious food & excellent service. The menu is small but all food prepared fresh with flavour . I will recommend anyone visiting Montreal to try this place.

Oct 20, 2024
on Google

The best Thai food in Montreal by far. All the herbs are fresh giving the food superior flavour.

Sep 14, 2024
on Google

Amazing Thai food! We came back a few times during our visit. I do recommend

Sep 13, 2024
on Google