Restaurant La Perle in Dollard-des-Ormeaux on Boulevard St-Jean serves fine Thai and Schezwan cuisine using fresh products. Buffet served at your table and menu à la carte. Restaurant La Perle is renowned for its General Tao chicken and its Hunnan dumplings. Contemporary decor and casual ambiance. Savour over 115 dishes, wide array of dishes for vegetarians, La Perle also boasts an excellent wine selection, beers and non-alcoholic drinks.
La Perle is described by many as a staple and one of the best Asian spots on the island, prized for fresh flavors, popular items like shrimp toast and peanut butter dumplings, and generally friendly service when staff are on hand, though some visits are marked by slower service and gaps in attentiveness. Several reviews note changes since the COVID reopening, with dishes sometimes tasting drier, prices higher, and portions or pacing varying especially during peak times or Sunday lunches, leading some patrons to question if the experience still matches memory. Despite the mixed notes, a strong current of positive sentiment remains, with frequent praise for takeout quality, consistent flavor when at its best, and a willingness to return; others describe it as less essential than before, seeking other options in the area. In sum, La Perle remains a widely frequented West Island option with a favorable core for many, but the overall experience can feel uneven depending on timing, staffing, and expectations.
I used to love this restaurant in the 90's
The quality is no longer as good as it was once up in a time. Frozen instead of fresh. Watered down soups & over priced. I won't go back. Very disappointing
Nov 13, 2025
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As I await with my buddy in anticipation of the greatest shrimp toast to get dropped graciously on the table by our authentic waiter Bob.'Hello sire, we meet again' - I said to the piece of Shrimp Toast gingerly, before devouring it & bathing the next piece in its red fruité sauce. The sesame crunch, coupled with the intently mashed & freshly served shrimp pâté filling, supported by a buttery crispy base… I drool… *beat* My eyes roll back in pure delight. Bob asks us if we want anything else besides the Fortune Cookies & I respond:'Yeah, the recipe & a box to go please' Bob nods.
When we arrived the receptionist didn't even say hello or give me a moment; it took sometime for someone else to assist us.
BUT the urinals in the men's restroom smell bad, & one was FILTHY.
They better do something about that in order to loop successfully the experience.
First time there after all these years. I ordered take out, but the place looked really nice. A bit expensive, but food quality is worth it. What stands out it's the service, ladies taking & handing my order were so friendly & professional -will definitely try dining-in soon. Kudos.
Sep 12, 2025
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We haven't been to The Pearl since 1995 but it was always so great that we've never had anything better. The food was amazing & was our inspiration for always finding better eateries. One day we will travel back to Montreal & revisit The Pearl.
I have lived in multiple countries & traveled to more than 50. This is by far my favorite restaurant that I have EVER been to. Well worth the price. We book flights with layovers in Montreal just to be able to make a stop here to eat.
Aug 2, 2025
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Very good food. A lot of variety. Take the'All you can eat' so that you can have the most choices. Everything is prepared specifically for you... It is not a buffet. Do not worry about the quantities as they will figure it out depending on what you order. There are a lot of choices. Need to go many times to be able to try the different menu items.
Really disappointed in the service. La Perle is a West Island staple. Truly the best Chinese food you can eat in the city but the service is to be left desired. I had driven specifically from downtown to pick up food & when I arrived home, I noticed a dish was missing. A simple mistake surely, I called to advise them to get a refund for the dish or a restaurant credit. The woman on the phone sounded shocked & said they'd need to check the cameras & call back. Pretty surprised by her response considering it's a little strange to have cameras watching their kitchen staff but I said no problem & thank you for checking. It's now three days later, no call back & no apology from the restaurant. Really disappointed as a long time fan.
While the food was very good, the service was disappointingly slow. We had a 7:30 reservation, got seated at 7:30. However we didn't receive our first order until 8:40. We also never received our second of three requested food rounds, & ultimately left around 10:15…
May 24, 2025
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Service attentionné, le midi ouvre à 11h30 mais ferme à 14h: arriver tôt, sur semaine était moyennement achalandé, grande salle à manger, formule buffet à la carte (écrire commande écrite extensive dès le début sur petit pad avec crayon: arrivera vite) (mets commandés mais non mangés sur place seront facturés). Mets savoureux, formule roborative. Parking gratuit. À 30 minutes de CDN, via la 40W sortie 52.
Can't believe I only just discovered this place. Our 2nd visit was Feb.28th for my sister's birthday. The food is freshly made & delicious. Wonton soup,spring rolls,boneless ribs, crispy beef, shrimp toast, steamed rice, peanut butter dumplings, every dish is delicious. Service is fast & efficient. Staff work together efficiently to ensure great customer service. We intend to go at least once a month. Staff are all good. Shout out to our server Alex a young man with an infectious smile & nice personality. We always make sure to sit in his section. He goes above & beyond to ensure we have a good experience. Tks Alex.
