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Sam cha

Downtown
4.4$$
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Sam cha Downtown, Montreal: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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About

Sam cha provides a specialized Korean barbecue experience centered on interactive tabletop grilling. Patrons select from a curated variety of marinated meats and fresh vegetables prepared directly at the table for optimal flavor profile control. The menu emphasizes traditional culinary techniques featuring essential staples such as kimchi, soybean paste stews, and seasoned side dishes that accompany the primary protein options. Each meal centers on the tactile process of searing slices of beef and pork over charcoal or gas flames to achieve a distinctively charred texture. The interior layout prioritizes functional efficiency to accommodate social groups focused on communal cooking. This establishment maintains a robust focus on authentic seasoning profiles and high quality ingredients, ensuring that the preparation techniques remain consistent with regional Korean standards for grill house cuisine.

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5★
66%
4★
15%
3★
8%
2★
7%
1★
3%

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Reviews for Sam cha

Food
Service
on Google4.4 (1200+)
*as of 2026-07-01
5★
66%
4★
15%
3★
8%
2★
7%
1★
3%

Review Summary

Sam Cha is widely regarded as a go to destination in Montreal for authentic and flavorful Korean cuisine, consistently praised for dishes like bibimbap, fried chicken, udon, and jokbal. While many diners highlight the affordable prices, generous portions, and welcoming staff as major draws, the restaurant is also noted for its small, cozy, and often crowded environment. Because of its high popularity among students and locals, noise levels can be high and wait times long, making reservations strongly recommended. While the vast majority of patrons have positive experiences with the quality of the food and the vibrant atmosphere, some mention occasional inconsistencies in seasoning or service speed, and others point out that the intimate seating arrangement can be a bit tight for those seeking a quiet dining experience.
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Excellent place, delicious food, price is great, & I will go back for sure

Jun 20, 2025
on Google

Très bon tteokbokki.
Si vous aimez les fruits de mer. Essayez les tteokbokki ou udon rosés.
Excellent rapport qualité prix.

Jun 8, 2025
on Google

Had takeout from this Korean restaurant, very satisfied. Friendly staff that always put up a smile.
I have went here before to have their beef tartare & bibimbap. Stunning as always.
Make sure to reserve or come earlier during weekends as the place can be packed.

I wish you could brought back the ayce bbq, it was one of the best ayce in montreal. Sadly cancelled after covid.

May 27, 2025
on Google

Excellente cuisine coréenne! Le personnel est courtois. Le menu varié est succulent. Le tout dépasse les attentes!

May 23, 2025
on Google

Cute place! I liked their Teobokki Rosé - it's an interesting spin.

May 22, 2025
on Google

Food
The Kim Chi was really good & a generous serving. 2 types on the plate & well enjoyed.
Bibimbap was ok.
Cocktails were yhe low point. Glasses are way too big so the drinks are too diluted. Just a bland drink. Also, i dont want a litre of soda in my cocktail. Didnt drink it.

Service.
Very friendly, but cocktails took close to 20 minutes to be served & were then really bad.
Other than raking order & serving meal never came to check on us.
Overall just ok.

May 4, 2025
on Google

A cozy family-style Korean restaurant. The bibimbap here is very authentic & tasty, according to both me & my friend who has lived in Korea for 2 years. & the price is reasonable.

May 2, 2025
on Google

Super bon, l'ambiance est agréable, un beau petit univers.

Apr 27, 2025
on Google

Best Okonomiyaki I've ever had. I don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu.

Apr 25, 2025
on Google

Soondubu is flavorful- salty & spicy. Tteokbokki was chewy & slightly sweet & spicy. Good food!

Apr 21, 2025
on Google