Oncle Lee serves a refined selection of Szechuan and Chinese cuisine focusing on authentic spice profiles and traditional preparation methods. The menu features complex flavor combinations such as mapo tofu, crispy chili chicken, and various hand-pulled noodle dishes that showcase deep culinary roots. Diners encounter a bold approach to heat where peppercorns and aromatic oils create a distinct numbing sensation characteristic of regional Asian cooking. The environment maintains a functional design that highlights the artistry of the food while ensuring efficiency for all guests. Fresh seasonal vegetables and high-quality protein sources form the foundation of each meticulously prepared plate served in this vibrant setting. This establishment delivers consistent quality through techniques that emphasize balance, texture, and technical precision in every component of the expansive menu.
Oncle Lee offers a vibrant, modern take on Asian fusion cuisine that leaves many guests impressed by the imaginative flavors and high-quality ingredients. The five spice duck platter and the spicy sesame noodles frequently stand out as must-try dishes, while the French toast dessert earns consistent praise as a perfect finale. Although the restaurant is highly regarded for its attentive service and lively, trendy atmosphere, some diners find the noise levels can be challenging and the pricing relatively high for the portion sizes provided. While a majority of visitors describe their experience as exceptional and memorable, a few guests have noted concerns regarding salt levels or inconsistent value, making it a destination best suited for those seeking a creative gastronomic experience rather than a budget-friendly meal.
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Absolutely amazing experience!
The vibe was perfect - trendy but relaxed - & the waitress/bartender was so sweet & attentive. The drinks were incredible, & the food was honestly next level. We had the spicy salmon rice cakes (I'd come back just for those!), the chili cucumber salad, sesame noodles, & the five spice duck - everything was a total 10/10. Can't recommend this place enough!
Il faut y aller en groupe pour pouvoir goûter le maximum de plats! Tout était excellent, on a pris le chow mein, le canard aux cinq épices, les pétoncles, les oeufs mimosa & la salade de concombres. Mon seul'meh' était un peu trop de crouch de chili sur les concombres - on s'est régalé!
Mention spéciale pour les cocktails, dont le délicat L'année du Serpent au melon miel. Faut y retourner pour goûter au reste du menu!
La salle était festive, mais notre table était un peu en retrait : parfait pour la conversation sans se sentir à part du fun! Le service était très professionnel & gentil. Une excellente soirée sur Laurier!
Nous avons passé une très belle soirée entre amis (4 personnes) chez Oncle Lee. Le service était impeccable & l'ambiance sur la terrasse arrière était parfaite pour profiter d'une belle soirée aux température encore douces.
Côté menu, nous avons goûté à plusieurs plats à partager. Nos coups de coeur : les aubergines, les côtes levées & les pétoncles, tous très bien préparés avec des sauces savoureuses. En revanche, nous avons trouvé que certains autres plats manquaient un peu de peps : le tartare, le sauté de légumes, les concombre & le contrefilet auraient gagné à avoir un assaisonnement plus relevé. Dans l'ensemble, une belle expérience culinaire, surtout pour l'ambiance & le service. Nous y retournerions volontiers pour profiter de la terrasse & regoûter nos plats favoris, peut-être en espérant un peu plus de « peps » dans le reste du menu.
Oct 10, 2025
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O. M. G. This is one of the best restaurants I've been to in my life! The salmon appetizer, the sea bream main & legumes, all to die for. But the dessert... Holy crap the dessert! I got the yogurt parfait with chocolate ganache & it's one of the best desserts I've ever had. I'm so sad I don't live in Montreal so I can't come everyday, though that's probably for the best lol. But I'll definetely come everytime I visit the city
I have had my own Chinese restaurant for almost 12 years. I heard about this new Chinese restaurant for some time. Look at our names, Aunt Dai & Uncle Lee!
The birthday of one of my best friends is coming up. I invited her & her husband to try this famous restaurant. I checked the reviews before I made the reservation. I totally understand some customers had a high expectation about the flavour given the price tag for the dishes. With my own restaurant having much lower prices & bigger portions I feel I am a tiny little bit responsible for people expecting higher taste/dollar values. So I am thinking about either doubling the prices for all dishes in my own restaurant or giving this beautiful restaurant a visit myself. Three of us ordered the duck plate (ordered additional crepes for ONLY 3 dollars, I should have asked 10 orders of those additional crepes without ordering the duck at all if I want to save money), spicy noodles, tomato salad, salmon dish, two cocktails named'faire ca pour toi' & tea. The three of us are all from mainland China & we all think the food is very tasty. Me, looking from the angle of a Chinese restaurant owner I think their team is very dedicated to Chinese cooking & they are very into the details. I think it's a great contribution to Chinese food in Montreal. Very impressive! They deserve a lot of credit for doing what they are doing.
After this visit, I would assume Uncle Lee & Aunt Dai would follow each other on Tinder!
