HÀ brings Vietnam's lively Bia Hoi tradition of sipping fresh beer on busy street corners to Montreal. Laos-born Chef Ross and Vietnamese late icon Chef Hong Hà Nguyen's menu is inspired by their favourite street foods and meant to pair with the bar's diverse selection of wines and fresh beers.
Diners describe Restaurant Hà as a lively, upscale fusion spot with warm, attentive service and a buzzy yet intimate vibe. The menu earns praise for inventive, flavorful dishes such as the fried broccoli, Mahi Mahi crudo, Pad Thai, bao buns, crab chips, and comforting coconut tom yum salmon, with many noting that tasting menus or sharing plates make for a satisfying experience. A recurring highlight is the fried broccoli, often called a must-try, along with well crafted cocktails and the hidden Nhau Bar downstairs that adds a special ambience. Several reviews commend the staff for friendly, helpful service, though a few mention occasional slower pacing or longer waits during busy times. Noise from the underground club can be disruptive for conversation on busier nights, and vegan guests sometimes find limited tofu options or cross contamination concerns in Pad Thai. Prices and portions are seen as reasonable by many, though some feel portions could be larger for the cost. Overall, Restaurant Hà emerges as a standout choice for celebrations or dates, with a memorable atmosphere, but it is wise to book ahead and note dietary preferences.
Restaurant HÀ was absolutely phenomenal. The service was excellent, with enthusiastic, friendly & helpful team members who were excited to welcome us in & serve us. The food was great, with my partner ordering the Coconut Tom Yum Salmon, which was to die for, & my more traditional Pho Lao, which, while not exciting, as it was traditional, was executed flawlessly & was perfect.
Nov 9, 2025
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Merci bcp Jessica, notre equipe a ete vraiment impresiónne avec le service & la qualité de la nourriture, après une salon des vins de 3 jours, venir manger au ha c'était la meilleure récompense.
went there with a friend, nice place for weeknight lounge vibe & chit chat, food is real & delicious, plates are.. unique…un belle espace pour se procurer un petit pain au boeuf moelleux ou des fruits de mer crus.
The service was friendly & exceptional from the moment we walked in until the moment we left. Our server was incredibly helpful in identifying vegan options for our table. The food was delicious & satisfying. I've never had pad Thai with such a dynamic flavour. The sauce was sweet but not too sweet; it was tangy & bright without being sour. The tofu bao were amazing! They had to change up the sauces for us so please let them know of any allergies or dietary preferences.
Ganz Klasse!! Selten so lecker gegessen, egal ob vietnamesisch oder anderes. Die Vorspeisen waren super: Crispy Brocolli und Crispy Shrimps; aber die Hauptspeisen haben es noch getoppt: Pad Thai und Nagano Pork Ribs (mein Favorite).
Dès notre arrivée, le très sympathique copropriétaire Francisco nous a accueillis chaleureusement pour nous conduire à notre table (nous étions un petit groupe de 5)... revenant même nous voir par la suite afin de s'assurer que notre table nous convenait & que nous y étions bien installés.
L'équipe en service est d'une gentillesse & d'une efficacité exceptionnelles... & que dire du raffinement des plats que nous avons dégustés !!!
Quant à l'ambiance : un équilibre parfait, tant au niveau du décor délicatement exotique & de l'éclairage tamisé étudié, qu'au niveau sonore où la musique & les conversations voisines fusionnent pour créer une atmosphère vibrante... sans toutefois jamais s'imposer à notre table (toujours désagréable quand l'acoustique d'un lieu nous oblige à'crier' pour se parler entre nous !).
& le bonus pour compléter un repas des plus réussis : quelle expérience que de prendre un dernier verre dans le'speakeasy' en sous-sol ! Billet direct, sans escale, pour un lieu mystérieux, indéfini & intemporel, caché quelque part en Asie...
En tant que demi-vietnamien moi-même, en attendant d'y retourner prochainement, je n'ai que ce mot d'appréciation pour exprimer ma reconnaissance d'une soirée mémorable :
The best food & service we had in Montreal! We went with the waiter's suggestions & they were all fabulous. Broccoli a MUST HAVE, especially if you don't like broccoli...you will be converted.
Bouffe délicieuse (vraiment une délice pour tous les sens), service impeccable & détails soignés. Tout le groupe, incluant une végétarienne, une sans-lactose & une n'aime-pas-les-oeufs, était ravi. On y reviendra certainement. Merci!
Sep 26, 2025
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HA est désormais un de mes endroits préférés à Montréal. Samedi dernier, j'y ai passé un moment formidable dans leur bar du sous-sol, parfait pour commencer & finir la soirée. Leur cuisine fusion propose des plats inventifs & délicieux - j'ai adoré leur Pad Thaï. Le personnel était d'une gentillesse & d'une attention rare! & pouvoir terminer la soirée en dansant avec un DJ sur place, c'était génial. Il y a peu d'endroits comme ça à Montréal… j'y retournerai très bientôt !
The food was great, we cleaned up every dish to the last drop. The service was even better. When the staff learned that we were celebrating my Mom's birthday, they became part of the celebration with smiles & surprises. Thank you for a great experience.
Celebrating a special birthday evening, thanks to Restaurant Hà, & Francisco & Co!
All of us delighted with a dinner of delicious Pad Thai, salmon, bao buns…Yum! & copius amount of drinks ( I am still recovering!).
Ending the late night at the Nhâu Bar with amazing music from a top DJ Francisco.. the place was buzzing!
A special thanks to the amazing staff who all make creating such a magical evening!
