Rizière receives praise for a menu that blends authentic Cantonese and Szechuan flavors with creative twists, featuring dumplings, beef noodle soup, spicy noodles, and salmon dishes alongside rice and noodle bowls that are worth trying; guests note generous portions, reasonable prices, and friendly, attentive service in a clean, cozy space, making it a reliable pick for gatherings, dates, or casual meals; many reviews call it a hidden gem and a must visit in Montreal, while a few dishes are described as a touch salty or oily and a winter visit in January was uncomfortably cold, yet the overall sentiment is enthusiastic and many say they would return and recommend Rizière to friends and family.
Rizière is a relaxed restaurant, one of few in Montreal, it seems, where you are actually able to talk to all of the guests at your table without yelling over the background noise / music. The food is good, portions are well sized (a bit heavy on the rice portion), but NOT outstanding or eye-opening.
We had a really great dining experience here! The food was fresh, flavorful, & beautifully presented. The dumplings were especially impressive - juicy, perfectly cooked, & packed with filling. The noodles were rich & satisfying, with a great balance of toppings & texture.
We also tried a few cold dishes, which were refreshing & well-seasoned, perfect as starters. The beef with rice was tender & comforting, with a delicious savory sauce that paired perfectly with the rice.
The portions were generous, & everything tasted homemade & authentic. The service was friendly & efficient, & the overall atmosphere was clean & welcoming.
Definitely a place I would come back to & recommend to friends!
Apr 20, 2026
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Location: At the street corner where a few convenience stores are
Food: Sichuan Zhong dumplings are great! Unexpected sauces but really tasty. Rice with seafood is a new option & worth a try.
Price: Reasonable.
I will recommend it to anyone who wants to have a decent meal with friends & families.
Walking into Rizière in Montreal is always a treat for the senses. The bustling atmosphere, combined with the savoury aromas wafting from the kitchen, immediately sets the stage for an authentic experience. I recently tried their spicy beef with rice & it was absolutely exquisite. The Dumplings were perfectly prepared crisp on the outside, tender & flavourful inside. The service was prompt, friendly, & attentive, ensuring our tea cups were never empty. If you are looking for top-notch Cantonese cuisine (or Szechuan, depending on the restaurant), this is easily one of the best spots in the city. A must-visit for any serious food lover!
Came to Montreal for our honeymoon, & randomly had a chance to visit this restaurant. I must first recommend the place for its petit environment with friendly & efficient staff.
I am always a laksa lover, the laksa is great for its broth, & is marvelous for the rice noodle option they had-Thin, chewy, & immersed well in the soup.
For tan tan noodles (or dan dan noodles, whichever you translate), it is considered the best of North America so far based on my wife's opinion (for these 8 years). The proportion is also fair for a single order.
Still, we two skipped lunch, so we ordered the beef noodle soup to wrap up the experience. For how chewy & juicy the beef chunks are, it worth a 5-star itself. The soup is kind of a blend of Taiwanese & some southern Chinese style, which satisfied both our taste buds.
As a result, I am adding another 5 star review to the 600+ others, the place is worth it, & quite a hidden gem in the city. Bon appetit 😋
This small corner restaurant is homey, delicious, & the staff never stop moving as they attend to the different groups. I had the braised beef & rice, & a small cup of hot & sour soup: perfect for a cold night.
OMG! So good. Excellent service, amazing food with flavors that you can only find when traveling to Asia. I strongly recommend it. It is not expensive, with generous portions. A great menu of rice, wheat noodles & dumpling. Small place so you should reserve, by phone.
Delicious dumplings here. I also had the salmon rice dish & it was quite the spectacle! Expect a wait here before getting served, & also after ordering food. It is certainly worth it though.
Absolutely Delicious. We ordered a bunch of different plates to try & everything was so tasty. The place is well decorated & the service was top notch. Shoutout to lady who handled the service of the whole restaurant on her own. I highly recommend the torched salmon rice bowl, & if you like spicy food, the chili peppers stir-fry with beef was delicious
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