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.
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! :)
Had a fantastic visit here, even if we sat at the very back table. The vibe is awesome, the service is friendly & the food is humbly delicious! Each dish packed a lot of flavour & the chicken satay we had was awesome - so juicy & that peanut sauce was bomb!
Staff is awesome. Vibe is high energy plus caffeine shots. Food is fire; came twice in three nights to try to eat (& drink) everything on the menu. Had an awesome time each time. Highly recommend.
This restaurant is a go to for myself & the people I love. The food is phenomenal. The service from the wait staff is unbeatable. You get your food quickly & they are super friendly. I love the familial atmosphere of the place & the staff. The only reason why I may remove a star is while confirming my reservation, I had to call about 5 times to get an answer. Once I had someone on the line, I had to find all the solutions for them not to cancel my birthday reservation as they were very strict on their 2hr policy. They were flexible after a bit of begging & showcasing that I was a regular customer bringing in a big group of first-timers that would be converted. Also, second note, the music gets very loud as the bar staff drinks with the customers later on in the night. I get it, it's a party vibe! It just got very loud & it was hard to hold conversations. Afterall, it is still one of my favourite restaurants on the Island of Montreal!!
AMAZING! From the moment we walked in the door we were well taken care of & fed! High recommendations to visit when in Montreal, its a must. Thank you Satay Brothers!
Jun 26, 2024
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I love Satay Brothers, it's always such a vibe. The service is top notch - I remember a time it was pouring out & the host was giving out umbrellas to people waiting on the street & also taking orders for drinks. I had a spicy margarita waiting for a table. The food is fantastic as well, it goes without saying. The tempeh satay skewers, pork buns, & mi goreng are my go to dishes.
Globalement une belle expérience. La décoration est top, le service très sympathique & la nourriture succulente. Par contre, certains plats sont (très) épicés & malheureusement cela n'est pas indiqué sur le menu.. Nous sommes arrivés tôt (vers 18h) donc pas d'attente mais le lieu devient rapidement très bruyant une fois le restaurant remplis. Je recommande tout de même!
This place is always packed, even on a Tuesday night, but worth it! They don't take reservations in advance, unless it's for a group of 6 or more. The food is really good - we ordered papaya salad, karaage steam baos, chowmein, jasmine tea, chicken & shrimp skewers. Service was prompt. For dessert we had the mixed kueh platter (not too sweet but delicious). Everything was great. The atmosphere is lovely, but the restaurant felt pretty warm (we came on a summer evening in the middle of a heat wave though). I'd highly recommend this place - if you can get in.
