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Restaurant GIWA

Verdun
4.8$$ & $$$
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Restaurant GIWA Verdun, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
KoreanContemporary/Modern
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Restaurant GIWA serves a curated selection of authentic Korean dishes that bridge traditional preparation with a modern, contemporary aesthetic. Diners encounter plates centered on balanced flavor profiles, featuring essential staples like seasoned banchan, flame-grilled meats, and hearty fermented stews. The kitchen prioritizes precise heat application and high-quality ingredients to maintain the integrity of classic recipes within a streamlined, polished environment. Every composition on the menu reflects a commitment to cultural authenticity while presenting the food through a cleaner, more minimalist lens. The space focuses on efficiency and clarity, allowing the vibrant colors and bold textures of the primary proteins and pickled vegetables to define the sensory experience. This approach provides a focused exploration of Korean culinary fundamentals for those seeking consistent quality and standard-setting techniques in their meal.

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Restaurant GIWA offers an elevated and authentic Korean dining experience that distinguishes itself from standard eateries through a focus on precision, seasonal ingredients, and meticulous presentation. Patrons frequently praise the high quality of dishes like the signature sotbap, Korean fried chicken with unique cheese foam, and creative, fusion-inspired desserts. While the menu is intentionally concise, the deliberate care taken in crafting every element, from the handmade banchan to the raw seafood platters, is consistently highlighted as a major strength. Most visitors describe the service as attentive, knowledgeable, and passionate, often noting the cozy, intimate atmosphere of the space. Although some guests have pointed out minor issues regarding pricing, temperature control, or service charges for groups, the overwhelming consensus is that Restaurant GIWA provides a sophisticated and memorable culinary experience that stands out as a unique gem in the Montreal dining scene.
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Khoi
5.0

One of the most memorable Korean restaurants I've had as of late. If you're especially a fan of raw seafood, this is the spot for you. Honestly, just get everything on the menu. All the meals were excellent. Some notable ones were the shared seafood market platter (the crab, scallop & salmon were perfect), the mushroom sot-bap, the chicken gangjeong & the stuffed green pepper. The staff was super helpful in determining quantities & very friendly too. The restaurant is good for groups of all sizes but would recommend coming as 4+ to be able to try a bit of everything.

Aug 11, 2025
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Hong
5.0

Excellente du debut à la fin

Aug 10, 2025
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Tom
5.0

The sot bop & haemuljang were beyond my expectations. absolutely delicious! The servers were also very friendly, which made the experience even better.

Aug 10, 2025
on Google
David
4.0

Le service était excellent, la nourriture était délicieux, mais le seul point que je voulais faire mention c'est qu'il fesait très chaud à l'intérieur du restaurant si non ça aurait été un 5 étoiles

Aug 10, 2025
on Google
Karen
5.0

Such an authentic & delicious meal!
Kind & nice service, excellent dishes & drinks, totally worth it!

Aug 1, 2025
on Google
David
5.0

Amazing food & very friendly staff!
Tried the haemuljang (seafood platter), by itself found it a little salty, but with the rice & the seaweed chips the balance was prefect.

Will be back to try the sotbap next time

Jul 31, 2025
on Google
Violetyes
4.0

the fried chicken (dakgangjeon) was super good it surprised me!! beef tartare (yukhwe) & beef noodle (yukgaejang) were also rly good. the gimbap too but feels kinda small for the price

but we mainly came for the raw seafood platter (haemul jang) which was $90 at MP & none of us rly liked it. it was either too salty or slimey or just not to our taste

we reserved & service was rly good, they took the time to explain each dish & how to eat it

Jul 29, 2025
on Google
Victor
5.0

Service genial, avec des plats modernes aux goûts traditionnels coréens.

Jul 20, 2025
on Google
Sarah
5.0

Excellent repas, produit frais. Bon service de la part des employés, nous y sommes allés un jeudi, c'était très calme & peu d'ambiance.

Jul 8, 2025
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Sonia
5.0

Delicious!! Alex Woo from Nora Gray knocks it out of the park! Don't skip on the dessert.

Jul 7, 2025
on Google
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