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Krapow

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.6$ & $$
CLOSEDOpens Tomorrow at 11:30 am
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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 (600+)
*as of 2026-07-15
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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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The food is really good! & incredible service as well!!

Mar 28, 2026
on Google

Great food, fair portion for price. Good selection of beer by can. Two tasty desserts to choose from (both good). Friendly & prompt service. The seating is on shorter metal stools, which is fine for me, if you have balance challenges maybe it would be a trouble.

Mar 21, 2026
on Google

Delicious food & a great gluten free option near the Plateau

Mar 19, 2026
on Google

Good food good service good atmosphere

Mar 15, 2026
on Google

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE the food!! It's flavourful, well-balanced & is not overwhelming. Since I do not eat spice so I was a bit apprehensive when all of their dishes are marked spicy. The wait staff who forwarded outstanding service to us assured me that the food's spicy level is well-tolerated & she was absolutely correct. The flavour of the food is extremely delicious with just the right amount of spiciness. I have been to Satu Lagi, another Indonesian/Malaysian Southeastern Asian restaurant area & we love the food there too but I find the food at Krapaw to be more down to earth, authentic & wholesome without everything coconut. I love coconut & its flavour, don't get me wrong but when you have every dish being coconut based, it gets old a bit after a while. & I am thrilled to find Krapaw's chefs being able to create dishes with variety of ingredients. & we are very grateful for the patience of the wait staff who was able to explain the dish to us as well as customizing the vegetarian dish the Lodey to include meat for my children. The soup is absolutely delicious with its addition of fried tofu, an ingredient that I never knew can exist in tumeric & cumin soup. Another thing to check out at this restaurant is the earrings on sale that are handcrafted by the owner's daughter as the wait staff mentioned to me. They are beautifully designed, very elegant with innovative forms & shapes that are aesthetically refreshing.

The only thing that I took one star off is its setting. I wish they have chairs with backs or more hooks for customers to hang their winter jackets & to change its tiles to be non-slip in the seating area. Chairs without backs & with only limited amount of hooks around are a bit difficult during winter when the customers have no place to hang their jacket & have to resort to placing them on the stools which can result in the jackets getting dirty when they fall especially when they are long &/or get splashed on with food especially when they eat Lodey (like what happened with my child). The tiles in the seating area can get very slippery when the customers step on them with snow from outside & that could potentially be a safety hazard with especially senior citizens & the mobility challenged.

Feb 22, 2026
on Google

Delicious! So flavorful, entirely gluten free 💕💕💕💕

Feb 17, 2026
on Google

Great food, safe for celiacs. Tasty for everyone! High quality ingredients, will pick up a meal whenever we go back to the city.

Feb 17, 2026
on Google

C'était une super belle expérience. La nourriture était très bonne, le service impeccable le Saké était délicieux ☺? je recommande fortement 🖤

Feb 14, 2026
on Google
3.0

I went there last night. The food was great & the service rather prompt. Luckily, it wasn't busy.
I am giving it a 3-star rating because when paying by card, I noticed that the tip calculation is off. For a $34 meal & a 15% tip, the amount shown was $44 dollars, which is clearly not 15%. I tried customizing the amount & the tip ended up being double than what I wanted to leave.
My recommendation is: pay only the amount on your bill by card & the tip in cash.

Feb 1, 2026
on Google

Freaking insane wait time

Jan 25, 2026
on Google