Satay Brothers comes across as a beloved, high energy spot in Montreal offering vibrant Singaporean and Asian fusion with a strong emphasis on sharing plates, perfect for groups and celebrations. Diners praise the food as consistently flavorful and bold, with standout items such as pork buns, papaya salad, laksa, satay, and various curries; the laksa is repeatedly cited as outstanding, the buns as must try, and the group menus highly recommended for big parties. The atmosphere is described as lively, noisy, colorful, and festive, with decor reminiscent of night markets and a hip, bohemian vibe, and the drinks including pandan daiquiri and spiked lemonade add to the experience. Service is frequently highlighted as attentive and friendly, able to accommodate dietary restrictions, though some reviews note that on peak nights service can feel stretched and wait times long. The staff are repeatedly thanked for going above and beyond and the venue is seen as an authentic, welcoming gem with a loyal following, often recommended for both casual nights out and special occasions. Reservations are not always available; guests often wait at a bar next door and still enjoy strong overall value and quality. Overall the consensus is that Satay Brothers delivers delicious food, vibrant energy, and a standout dining experience that keeps bringing people back.
Have been a few times now & it just gets better & better every time. Love sharing this gem with family & friends, knowing they won't be disappointed.
Bao buns are insanely delicious, papaya salad has so many layers of flavor & the Laksa soup will warm your soul.
Very highly recommend Satay Brothers for everyone!!
Feb 21, 2026
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Comme toujours, tout était parfait! Les cocktails (pisco sour, margarita XXX, etc.) sont goûteux & généreux! Les buns au porc sont succulents & à eux seuls valent le détour! La salade de papaye est un must, le poulet frit, le chou mein aux fruits de mer, le boeuf braisé aussi.
Les suggestions de Ropes sont toujours excellentes & son service est impeccable. Nous venons de l'autre bout de la ville & nous n'avons jamais de regret! Merci beaucoup à toute l'équipe du Satay Brothers! We will be back!
I went to this restaurant with a friend, & we had such an amazing time! The highlight of our meal was definitely the papaya salad - absolutely delicious & full of flavor. The Amaretto Sour was also on point, perfectly balanced & refreshing. Highly recommend this spot if you're looking to hang out with friends or enjoy a cozy date night. Great vibes all around!
From the line to the decorations, this place is busy but still worth it. We tried to make a reservation but they didnt answer the few times we called & we found out why when we got there. It was packed with people waiting in groups outside & at the bar next door. About 30m later we got a bar spot & just got the papaya salad since there were not any vegiterian options that caught our eye. I was hoping they would have vegiterian kao soi or phad thai but they are not that type of thai place. The papaya salad was pretty good. Maranated in a lime juice & mixed with an assortment of peppers, nuts, etc it had great contrast in flavors & textures. Overall a good thai place.
Aug 22, 2025
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I recently had the chance to try this place for the first time. Every thing was delicious & amazing! The service was awesome & I ate way too much. Can't wait to go back & try some new dishes! Sorry, no photos, the food did not stay on the plate long enough! The pork buns are definitely worth a try, as is the papaya salad.
Nourriture qui goûte le ciel, le personnel est super accueillant, nous avons goûté aux spécialités de la maison mais j'ai été enchantée x la soupe au fruit de mer & noix de coco, salade de papaye & le dessert mangue & crème de coco est àcouper le souffle. Nous y retournerons c'est certain!
One of my favourite Montreal spots. Super well priced & great vibes. Highly recommend the pork belly bao buns, papaya salad & kueh salat (SO GOOD).
Pandan daquiri is nothing special. Satay Lager is solid.
Walk-ins unless you're a large group so the wait can be a bit during peak hours. If you're a big group, you need to do family menu, which is good value for money.
May 2, 2025
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Nous sommes allés le jour de la Saint-Valentin & le serveur a offert des shots au gens qui attendait en file dans le froid. Il nous a ensuite proposé de commander un drink en attendant. Le service à été très rapide & tout sur la carte a été délectable. Nous avons pris les brochettes de poulet, la salade de papaye, les bun poulet frit, le rendang & les 3 desserts + le cocktail daiquiri ananas & le cold tea. TOUT ÉTAIT EXQUIS !!! Le service de tous les employés a été impeccable. Je recommande à 100% !!
Night 2 of celebrating my birthday 🎂 & it was so good!!! The food here is amazing! The ribs were by far my favourite, but their papaya salad is also delicious as well as the noodles dish, Char Kuay Teow, was a pleasant surprise!
Favorite Montréal hidden gem. Everything's delicious & shareable which I love. You order & get the food right away. Great spot to go to with friends. Super affordable too!! Papaya salad is BOMB & you have to try the Bao buns
Spécialités du sud-est asiatique très bien cuisinées, beaucoup de parfums, de saveurs, d'épices & de piments 🌶️. Une mention particulière pour la salade de papaye verte : un incontournable de la maison, à commander absolument ! Non recommandé pour une première "date" : le volume de la musique ne s'y prête pas, mais ambiance assurée !
Oct 21, 2024
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Run don't walk to this gem. The fun atmosphere, incredibly warm staff, & not to forget the incredible food. You'll regret not eating here whether you're a local or just visiting. I had the chicken satay, laksa, papaya salad, & the pork bun. If I had room I would have eaten them all over again & a few more bites. Thanks for the nice meal Satay Bros!
I think I found my new obsession. We took the papaya salad, pork bites & the meegoreng. We loved it. Very flavourful. Service was fast & the people working there are very nice!!
Always a delight, & packed even on a Monday! Great drinks, service, food & vibes! My favourites are the pork bao buns, the chicken skewers & either the papaya salad or the spicy steak salad!!!
Always a great time to be had at Satay Brothers. Food & service are excellent! Everything is yummy. Papaya salad, spicy beef salad, ribs & fried chicken are insane. Only complaint is that it's a little loud.
We were in a hurry for a show & the staff was not only understanding but amazing overall, the food was delicious & the papaya salad to die for, can't wait to go back! :)
