Located in the heart of Montreal's busy Chinatown district, the Restaurant Jardin de Jade Poon Kai offers Chinese delights including Cantonese, Szechuan and Dim-Sum specialties. Jardin De Jade Poon Kai is known for its wide array of buffet items like egg rolls, sweet and sour spare ribs, General Tao chicken and other dishes. Jardin De Jade Poon Kai is good for kids and groups as well as a romantic dinner.
Restaurant Jade is described as an all you can eat buffet where tax and tip are included, offering good value and a wide variety that appeals to families. Reviews note that the quality can be uneven, with some dishes greasy or underseasoned, while standouts like certain dumplings, won ton soup, and shrimp are praised. Several comments mention oiliness and heaviness, and some deep fried items are overcooked or chewy. Cleanliness and upkeep are recurring concerns, with references to less than ideal bathrooms and decor that feels dated. Several writers point out that the selection has shrunk since the pandemic and that rotating dishes would help keep the buffet more appealing. There is also a plant based lane noted by vegans, indicating some accommodation for different diets. Overall the place is viewed as a budget friendly option with mixed impressions on food quality, balancing price and variety against freshness and polish.
I love the spring rolls & shrimp . No tip is required & the buffet is 21$ with tax taking it to 25$. The dishes are tasty & the variety is Ok for the price.
This place gets a lot of bad reviews, but I enjoy going there. $25 for an all you can eat buffet, which includes taxes & a tip, is an excellent value. There are a lot of dishes that I've never bothered to try (I'm a picky eater), but you can easily fill yourself up on just a few dishes that you really like. The won ton soup & egg rolls are very good. I was quite satisfied & quite full the last time I went, which was last week.
As of 2025, you pay $25 which is about 30-40% lower than comparable alternatives. It follows accordingly that the food quality is mediocre - the deep fried options are overcooked to death, some of the meat dishes are extremely tough & chewy, & there are very few cold/dessert options or drinks available. On the other hand, some of the steamed & stir-fried dishes were surprisingly good.
The main targets in the'buffet meta' are the deep-fried shrimp & the ribs, but the price is cheap enough that you can enjoy a decent variety of food without feeling the need to minmax.
Lots of food options, some were quite delicious but others not so much. Service was excellent (waiters constantly took away empty dishes & refilled water). Great atmosphere, dining area was clean. Price was very reasonable considering it was all you can eat. If you're just looking to fill your stomach with Chinese fast food, this is a perfect place to go. If you are looking for higher quality cuisine then you might want to look elsewhere.
$25/adult-including tax & tips- for all inclusive buffet of Chinese food. Good: hungry but do not care of quality. Had lots of fair sized shrimps, broccoli & some veggies dishes were great! Coffee & tea included, many choices of meats. Negatives: quality is fair, too many fried options, juices were just sugar & coloured waters (not real juice at all!), only a couple of desserts options. Sushi's were poorly made & mostly made of rice. Definitely a forgettable eating experience! (My wife says we should NOT forget!)
Aug 10, 2024
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"Restaurant Jade" in Montreal's Chinatown is renowned for its delectable Cantonese cuisine. With its extensive menu featuring classic dishes like dim sum, barbecue meats, & seafood specialties, it's a favorite among locals & visitors alike. The restaurant's elegant ambiance & attentive service add to the dining experience, making it a must-visit spot in Montreal's vibrant Chinatown.
ABSOLUTELY THE WORST ASIAN BUFFET IN CANADA!!! AVOID AT ALL COSTS!!! This restaurant takes your money at the door for the buffet before you sit down. The furnishings / atmosphere is bland & boring. The food is a disaster! We tasted many different dishes in order to give the restaurant a chance to shine. Sadly, all the food was overcooked, tasteless, greasy, soggy or dried out. The only good item we tasted was the pickled ginger... & it comes out of a jar. They don't care if you don't like the food. They have your money so you can rant all you want afterwards. Neither of us felt well afterwards & we both have fairly cast iron stomachs. Please do yourself a favour & avoid this restaurant. There are better choices nearby.
This place's price changes by time.
Cheapest time is between 14h00 to 16h30 for $9.25.
Their food is always same at anytime.
& food is not really good.
Most of them are dried by sitting there long time.
Especially sushi & meat dishes are too dried...
The service is awful.
They don't clear the table quickly & mention you tipping when you leave.
I would not go back there again.
