Mukja is widely praised for authentic Korean flavors, generous portions and good value, with frequent mentions of favorites like tangsuyuk, gomtang, tteokbokki and banchan, and a menu that includes soups, mains and dessert. The atmosphere is described as cozy and friendly, with attentive service and lots of free side dishes, making it a reliable spot for meals with friends or on a date. The kitchen is noted for freshness and depth of flavor, and many reviewers appreciate the affordable prices and large portions. A few visits mention occasional issues such as a soup that can be overly salty or a tangsuyuk that was not as crispy on one occasion, and service not always warm, along with some price increases after reopening. Overall Mukja is seen as a standout Korean option in Montreal, consistently delivering tasty food, quick service and a welcoming vibe.
The food is good & fairly priced for the quantity. We've been a couple of times & usually end up with leftovers for lunch the next day. The stews specifically the yukgaejang is really solid as is the dak galbi in my opinion.
Apr 16, 2026
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Edit:
Recently went back & I have to say every suggestion mentioned below has been done & then some. It was a much different / better experience & I was pleasantly surprised.
Is this the downfall of Mukja???
I've visited this restaurant several times & have always enjoyed it, but our most recent visit was an absolute disaster. The service was amateur, unprofessional, & completely chaotic, easily the worst we've ever experienced anywhere-& it was painful to watch.
It took almost 20 minutes before we had to chase someone down to take our order, & people who arrived after us were served first. We had to flag down a waiter just to place an order, as if we were begging for attention.
We ordered a full meal with soup, banchans, main dish, & dessert. After 30 more agonizing minutes, we had to specifically ask for our soup because no one even planned to serve it.
Throughout the meal, we had to constantly chase our waiter for everything-water, condiments, clearing dishes. Staff walked past tables piled with empty plates as if they didn't exist. It was humiliating.
When dessert finally arrived, it was dropped on top of our dirty dishes because no one had cleared the table (even though when we were asked if we were ready for dessert the waiter walked away with empty hands leaving the dishes there & bringing the dessert instead....so weird)
Orders are scribbled on blue sticky notes in total chaos, with zero system, zero coordination, & zero professionalism.
Even with a full house, they were still taking delivery orders, leaving staff running around like chickens with their heads cut off, accomplishing nothing. They also looked extremely frazzled & miserable - arguably so.
Everyone at this restaurant waiting 45-60 minutes for their food. Everyone kept looking at each other confused at the chaotic setting. Every table seemed frustrated-some nearly left, others were waving their hands like schoolchildren begging for attention. It was beyond embarrassing; it was a masterclass in bad service.
There was no structure, no professionalism, & no basic customer care. Not once did a server check if we were okay or needed anything-they were in constant motion but achieving nothing.
Suggestions for improvement:
Service: Implement a real system. Assign one person to takeout, two people for tables. Take orders immediately, serve soups & banchans first, clear dishes without being asked, & check on guests proactively. This is basic restaurant management, not optional.
Décor: Comfortable seating, softer lighting, & some wall decorations would go a long way. The current bare, harsh environment only makes the chaos feel worse.
The food may still be good, but no one will remember the food with service this atrocious. As it stands, this place is headed for disaster if changes aren't made immediately. I love this restaurant & plan to return in a month to see if anything improves-hopefully this review can turn into a positive one. But right now, this experience was painful, humiliating, & completely unacceptable.
A lovely family-owned spot in ndg for comforting Korean food. Everything is served hot, fresh, & full of flavour that gives you that homemade feel. The space is quite small, so it can get pretty busy & hectic at times, but the food makes it worth it! Come early to avoid waiting.
Every time I eat here, I come away more than full & satisfied. Everything I've eaten has been delicious, but my favourite is always the bibimbap, whether I'm eating in or getting delivery. I've always been seated immediately, & the service is always great. I do find the tables & chairs are a little small, so I struggle a bit with leg room, & a long winter jacket slung over the back of your seat is more likely to touch the floor. But everything else is great - & it's a perfect location on a bus route & with nearby parking. Highly recommend!
Kalbitang was so good which made me think about those old days I lived in Korea.
Jampong was terible, blank, seafoods were not fresh at all.
Fried chicken was soo good . I loved banchans more 🤤
Waters was not so friendly, never smiled when brought out foods to my table.
GOMTANG!!! Whoever preps the gomtang here is the real MVP. Get it, enjoy it, savour it. It is sooooooo good. So glad we have this restaurant in Montreal. The banchans are always good as well & they rotate the selection it seems. Love it. Can't recommend enough.
Amazing food, everything was honestly delicious. It was our 3rd time & we thought everything tasted even better than the first 2 times. The menu concept has changed for the better as you get a soup, sides & a dessert with the main dish you order. The service & staff was very helpful & friendly! 10/10
Mukja has always been my go-to spot, & after the renovation it's even better. Everything was absolutely delicious especially' jjukkumi bokkeum' is hands down the best dish on the menu. So flavorful, perfectly cooked, & absolutely addictive. So glad they're back!
For the price it's worth, it's delicious & fulfilling! Good price. Portions are quite generous, staff is super friendly, & service was nice & fast (exceot when its packed). Taste wise, flavourful. They change the dessert everyday, which is good if you want to try their dessert menu. If you like sweet & spicy gojuchang together, then this spot is for you. I would recommend for sure the fried tofu & fried sweet potatoes. I'd recommend coming here with friends or on a date! Super cute ambience.
