Sabaidee! Welcome to Sep Lai! We serve traditional Laotian food using many local ingredients to create unique and authentic dishes. As is the norm in Laos, all our dishes are made to be shared! Although you may find similarities with other Southeast Asian dishes such as Thai or Vietnamese dishes, Lao cuisine is a distinct cuisine with its own complex and exciting flavors. Full of fresh herbs, raw vegetables, flavorful meats and always accompanied by a basket of sticky rice, we are proud to share this cuisine with everyone, including vegans, vegetarians and those sensitive to gluten! We hope that the dishes of our parents and grandparents will inspire you with the same comfort and joy as they do us, and that you will exclaim: "Sep lai! It was delicious!"
Our Specialties
Spring rolls, Imperial rolls, Khao Poon soup, Papaya salad, Laap, Som Pak, Lao burger & Winter melon noodle soup.
Sep Lai is a charming Laotian spot where sharing plates and aromatic notes of citronella, coriander and ginger set a travel inspired mood, especially on the cozy back terrace. Dishes like khao poon, nem khao, laap and a fragrant coconut curry showcase fresh ingredients, generous portions and good value, with many noting the option to bring your own wine adds to the relaxed vibe. The atmosphere is warm and unpretentious, with friendly service that suits dinners, dates and groups alike, and the terrace is a favourite in nicer weather. Occasional comments mention saltier preparations or slower service when busy, but the overall experience is consistently praised for tasty, well balanced flavors and a welcoming neighbourhood feel that invites return.
Tout petit resto situé littéralement devant le métro Charlevoix, ambiance sympa, formule plats à partager (tapas) colorée, aux parfums de voyage: citronnelle, coriandre, gingembre, sauce de poisson, etc. En plus, on apporte son alcool. Tout est réuni pour faire de votre visite un énorme succès à prix très raisonnable !
Gourmands & curieux, soyez avertis: Il est difficile de choisir, vous voudrez goûter à tout ! (Nous avons été'obligés' d'essayer tous les desserts !😅)
Entre amis, en couple, tous les prétextes sont bons pour aller au Sep Lai: c'est délicieux, abordable, accessible...
Best little local restaurant! The food is always great & … Bring your own wine? What could be better. We can try a new combo of tapas plates every time we go. We always leave more than delighted.
Been many times for group menus & events as well- they have a perfect set up.
Nous avons choisi plusieurs plats que nous avons partagé.
On y allait pour goûter aux boulettes au porc faites à l'émission Curieux Bégin. Elles étaient bonnes.
La soupe Khao Poon au cari rouge & lait de coco est vraiment délicieuse, ça vaut le détour. Le Nem Khao, est très bon, on se fait un petit wrap avec de la laitue.
Note: il y a plusieurs entrées & sorties du restaurant à cause des commandes à emporter. Des courants d'air froid nous frôlent dans le restaurant.
Un petit bijou caché à PSC! Nous étions un groupe de 6 personnes & nous avons eu une expérience incroyable dans ce restaurant. Les assiettes ont un concept un peu particulier : ils sont normalement faits à partager entre tous, comme dans un repas familial. Tout était vraiment délicieux & frais. Mes coups de coeur : la soupe khao poon & la crème brûlée. On n'a pas commandé le menu dégustation, mais je vais sûrement y retourner & l'essayer.
This was my first time to Sep Lai. A colleague highly recommended the restaurant. The servicer was friendly. The food was delicious & th atmostphere was cosy & unique.
Jan 5, 2026
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Cute resto right next to the Charlevoix metro, it looks smaller than it seems. There are different types of seating & in the summer you can sit outside. We tried different soup dishes, brochettes, meatballs. Tasty dishes ressembling other southern asia areas.
Exceptional food, warm environment & quality neighbourhood establishment that we keep coming back to. Huge thank you to the wonderful staff at Sep Lai for hosting us for our holiday party & a special shoutout to Amy & Tatyana for making the entire evening & pre-planning so lovely & flawless.
