Satay Brothers serves a robust menu centered on authentic Singaporean street food and bold Southeast Asian flavors. Signature dishes feature succulent grilled meat skewers served with a rich, velvety peanut dipping sauce that provides a classic savory profile. The culinary repertoire extends to spicy laksa noodle soups, fluffy steamed buns, and crispy fried delicacies that capture the essence of hawker center traditions. Fresh aromatic herbs, fiery chili pastes, and complex spice blends define every plate prepared in this vibrant, high-energy environment. The kitchen prioritizes authentic preparation methods to ensure consistent intensity across all grilled and stir-fried offerings. Patrons experience a focused selection of traditional favorites crafted with attention to textural contrast and deep, punchy flavor profiles synonymous with the region. This establishment represents a cornerstone for accessible, flavor-forward Asian fusion cooking.
Satay Brothers is widely celebrated as a vibrant and essential culinary destination in Montreal, known for its fun atmosphere, eclectic decor, and authentic Southeast Asian dishes. Many diners praise the consistently delicious food, frequently highlighting the pork belly bao buns, papaya salad, and laksa as standout items. While the energetic and lively environment is appreciated by those seeking a festive night out with friends or large groups, some guests find the music and acoustics make conversation challenging. Service is generally described as attentive, professional, and welcoming, though experiences can vary during peak hours. Some visitors feel the portions are small relative to the price or that certain dishes can be overly salty, but most reviews emphasize a high level of satisfaction, describing the restaurant as a consistent, must visit spot that captures the essence of a night market experience.
Mannn this place was so top tier, 10 outta 10. We had a party of 8, so it was a « set menu », which they altered because of our various food restrictions & overall just wants. I didn't take a picture of all the food that was brought to us because I was diving in there as soon as the plate touched the table but likeeeeee it was sooo good. Not pictured is the super well seasoned fish, which paired with the bao buns were my favourite dishes. The waiter was also amazing & didn't stop bringing plates over until we were full
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!
Top notch!!!!
Kway Teow was so flavourful with good wok hei flavours. Chicken satay skewers were crispy on the outside & tender meat, & that peanut sauce on the side was scrumptious. Garlic veggies were delicious. Our server was super friendly & approachable, generously gave us a piece of kueh bengka to finish our meal to celebrate a birthday. Kueh bengka was moist & the coconut flavours weren't overpowering. If i'm ever in the city again, definitely going out of my way to come back!!
Nov 8, 2025
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I can always count on satay for exceptional food & service. in a city like Montreal where you have a million restaurant options, i find myself constantly coming back to the OG of them all. Shout out to Frank for making our experience an amazing one. My colleagues were absolutely blown away by the evening. The team always manages to impress me. No matter how many times I go to Satay Brothers, they always leave me wanting more.
Je commencerai en disant que j'aime beaucoup la cuisine de Satay Brothers que j'ai l'habitude de manger au marché Atwater. Depuis plusieurs années, c'était un rituel estival.
Samedi soir, je suis allée (nous étions 4), pour la première fois, à leur resto de la rue Notre-Dame. Mais quelle déception!
Dès le départ, je n'ai senti aucun accueil bienveillant, aucune gentillesse de leur part. Le service était défaillant, expéditif, les plats sont arrivés les uns après les autres, les premiers étant froids puisque la bienséance oblige d'attendre que tout le monde ait son repas pour commencer.
Je ne commenterai pas les prix, devenus la norme, libre à chacun d'y aller ou pas. Mais lorsque je vois arriver l'addition avec des suggestions de pourboire de 18, 20, 25 %, je ressens un malaise. & je pèse mes mots.
Je suis cliente, j'ai été polie, plutôt patiente, je n'ai pas demandé la lune, seulement une table pour 4 personnes avec ce qui va de soit lorsqu'on sort au resto: passer un bon moment. & vous, SATAY BROTHERS, vous êtes celui qui me reçoit, avec tout ce que ça implique. Peut-être l'avez-vous oublié!
Nous avons mangé ici. Le matin, une voix assez rude m'a dit au téléphone que ce n'était pas possible en dessous de six personnes avant de me raccrocher un peu brusquement. Bon, nous étions quatre. Revenons à la soirée : le premier couple (nous) arrive & attend, debout devant la porte. On dit que les deux autres viennent de se garer & qu'ils arrivent, mais non, c'est la règle : on reste debout.En arrivant, une grosse affiche indique que les groupes ne peuvent pas obtenir leur table avant que tout le monde soit là. Pour le « gentleman style », on repassera. En réalité, ce n'est pas vrai. Des groupes d'amis du coin arrivent deux par deux & s'assoient à leurs tables, tandis que d'autres, inconnus du boss, restent à la porte.
À table, serveur hyper expéditif, vente à la pression. Les plats (pas des entrées) arrivent au goutte à goutte, impossible de commencer à manger tous en même temps. Le serveur a oublié mon cocktail, il revient quinze minutes plus tard. À la fin, il n'a pas de carte des desserts : il les récite (sans dire les prix évidemment) & insiste trois ou quatre fois pour qu'on prenne à partager. Il est un peu vexé qu'on ne le fasse pas.
Point positif : c'est goûteux (même froid, à cause de l'attente). Les saveurs sont là.
Facture : attention au pourboire, ça commence à 18 %. À vous de juger si ça en vaut la peine.
Ma conclusion : nouriture de qualité, exécutée avec maitrise, mais renommée surfaite & un service ordinaire. Le succès leur est un peu monté à la tête. C'est dommange!
The wait was way tooooooo long.. They put you in a waiting lounge where you can get drinks, but it's not comfortable enough to make it ok to wait an hour to get a table.. Then if you're 2 people they will sit you with strangers & it's so loud you have to scream... We were there for almost 3 hours, the food was amazing though.. But the wait time & no reservation for less than 6 people will make me think twice to go again.
