Sam Cha draws praise for flavorful Korean dishes and good value, with standouts like bibimbap, tteokbokki, jokbal, pajeon, kimchi fried rice, and spicy soups, served by friendly staff in a cozy setting. Reviewers note that the place can get very busy, especially on weekends, with long lines and tables that are close together, making the atmosphere loud, though weekday visits can feel more relaxed. Reservations are often recommended or required on busy nights to secure a table. Several comments mention inconsistent service or occasional delays, and a few dishes are described as overly salty, bland, or smaller than expected, with some noting a dip in quality after menu changes. Overall, it remains a solid, affordable option for Korean classics that many diners plan to return to for more.
Un de mes restaurants préférés à Montréal. La nourriture est toujours tellement bonne & le service impeccable. Ce soir on a été servies par Yoshi, une serveuse vraiment incroyable. Elle a pris le temps de nous recommander avec honnêteté & patience pour s'assurer qu'on aime notre expérience, ce qui est énormément apprécié. Elle s'assurait que tout était toujours à notre disposition & elle a tout fait pour nous accommoder tout en étant extrêmement chaleureuse. J'espère vraiment la revoir lors de mes prochaines visites!
love love love this place !! ive been two times so far, & I will go again. the prices are very reasonable, the food is of amazing quality. the staff is friendly & the waiting time isn't too long, about 15 minutes !! I haven't tasted a single dish that I have loved so far. I strongly recommend the kimchi fries, the bulgogi & the bibimbap !!
The atmosphere in the restaurant is very pleasant, & the service is good as well. While the food may not be exceptionally outstanding, it falls within the realm of decent Korean cuisine. It's of good quality. Of course, there are still many dishes we haven't tried yet, so we plan to return & continue exploring. Overall, it's highly recommended, especially before or after watching a movie.
I came to Samcha after a recommendation from a friend, I was told it was extremely spicy & delicious, so I came with expectations. It was great, the food was piping hot & fresh, & the flavors were amazing. (I had the kimchi fried rice, extremely creamy & savory with that signature gochujang flavor). Along with that, I also had the spicy teokbokki with cheese that was equally delicious. Now, as to the reason why I only rated it 4*, the teokbokki was perfectly spicy, but the kimchi fried rice barely had any spice. According to my friend, it tasted as though they've toned down the spice quite a lot since her last visit. She had the spicy udon, & there was the same statement in terms of spice level. I have a pretty low spice tolerance, & when I can barely taste it, something feels wrong. I'd recommend asking to make it spicier if you're planning to order something spicy. Other than that, it's a great place with an amazingly warm & bustling atmosphere! The sojus tastes great.
Always great service! I've been there 4 times already & I'll keep going with my friends because it's so delicious & not so expensive compared to other restaurants. I recommend you to book a table if you're more than 2 because it gets full really fast! Our go to meal: beef tartare, bibimbap, & jokpal (the meal for 2 with pork & kimchi)
One of the best authentic Korean restaurant. I highly recommended. There prices were very fair & good. The foods were super delicious & well presented. There beef tartare & tobboki were to die for. Not to mention about the soju & other Korean cocktails & rice wine, they were all phenomenal. I would definitely come back to eat again.
The food is superb, expensive but the portions make up for it. It is a great spot (I went there as a second date!) for either one on one or as groups. The front spacing is a little crowded, & the area in the back has more room. The lighting & decoration is inviting & lovely. The last time my friends & I went, John was our server & he was super sociable (they all are!!). We got the dakhalbi culpan, KIMCHI FRIES, bulgogi rice, & ramen. Super recommend! We tried the pineapple & watermelon soju, super sweet & we adored it. Can't wait to come back soon!
Oct 23, 2023
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Nous avions réservés à l’avance, donc il n’y avait pas d’attente. La nourriture était super bonne! Pour ce qui est du service, la personne est seulement venue prendre la commande, donc je n’ai pas de commentaires. Je recommande vraiment!�
5 stars review for Sam Cha that wonderful Korean restaurant in Montreal. We ordered Takoyaki, Teokk bok Ki, Tofu Salad, Rose cream udon, Sea Food Ramyui, & Kimchi Fried Rice.
We had a wonderful experience at this Korean restaurant. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, & the prices were affordable. We would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great Korean meal in Montreal.
I & my husband came here on Saturday, we understood it was busy on weekend, we accepted to wait for an hour, after an hour, there were 2 group of 2 & 4 came in. I saw there was an available table, but they took the group of 4 without asking us for ceding. What a horrible service! We never come back this place & would not recommend anyone who wants to take a satisfied service.
