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.
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.
Jul 5, 2025
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It's China Town so ya food ok just be ready to like anything can't be a picky person.. I like that the price is always the same week & weekend s..& that they have free juice stands & coffee just they not to fast on picking up your empty plates so they pile up fast if your a family ..so I just put on another empty table.. bathroom s could use make over & steam clean carpet inside maybe ..but it's ok buffet..
Was excited to see that they were renovating. With their massive price increases in the past few years I was expecting better food & an expanded selection. However it looks like they've actually shrunk the buffet & the quality is the same. Gone is the shrimp. Gone is all the Dim Sum items & congee.
Jan 4, 2025
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Had a great dinner here. Wide selection of items for an amazing price the price to value is amazing. For around $20 per person it's quite a good deal for anyone looking for a dinner with variety. Food was replenished quickly & we got to try everything. Service was very friendly & filled our waters & cleared the plates regularly.
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.
Sep 22, 2024
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The food wasn't that bad but there's a lot that needs to happen before I go back or recommend it to anyone. They display a really good price but you'll find out later why. For two people it's $50 all together, you pay before you eat so you don't see whats inside (including a tip charge before service). We go in & are seated, there's a funky smell in the air but I ignored it thinking it was someone. I get a plate & go around but very few have labels, you sort of guess what you're eating. My boyfriend grabbed noodles & after taking a few bites noticed there were 2 pieces of shrimp (he's allergic, plus he thoroughly checks before choosing). After looking around you'll notice mold everywhere & the staff have a carefree attitude. There were 3 servers & they all were on their phone at some point looking at instagram or something. Not once did they come to our table to see how we were or offer anything. & if you order pop you have to pay extra on the spot. If you want a good buffet I 100% recommend the buffet in the casino, they're food is amazing & the service is top tier.
It's a great Chinese Buffet. The food was fresh & kept coming out & you could stay & eat a lot. Absolutely worth the price. Would definitely go back! I'm only not giving 5 star because I reserve that for stellar stellar restaurants & food but this is super close. I would go back right now if I could. 😊 10/10 will go back.
Can't really complain for the price of the buffet, obviously the food is not fantastic. Overpriced drinks though some how a beer is like 6 or 7 dollars on the menu but comes out to $10 after taxes & "service fees". Whadafuq are service fees?
Dine in. Horrible food. Everything is stale & tastes funny. All the breaded items are 90% batter. Limited options compared to before. Even the water tastes weird. No seafood, no ice cream. For the price, go to any other option in the area.
