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Sep Lai

Bring your own wine
Pointe St-Charles
4.7$$ & $$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 5 pm
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LaotianAsianVegetarianVegan OptionsGluten-free OptionsBring your own wineCatering
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About

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!"

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Our Specialties

Spring rolls, Imperial rolls, Khao Poon soup, Papaya salad, Laap, Som Pak, Lao burger & Winter melon noodle soup.

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We accept:  Master Card, Visa, Interac

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Review Summary

Sep Lai is widely appreciated as a cozy, welcoming gem in the neighborhood, celebrated for its authentic and flavorful Laotian cuisine. Many guests enjoy the intimate atmosphere and the beautiful backyard terrace, which provides a perfect setting for sharing a variety of fresh, well-presented dishes. The tasting menu is frequently highlighted as a fantastic way to explore the diverse textures and bold, aromatic spices of the food, with popular items including the Khao Poon soup, crispy Nem Khao, and the pandan crème brûlée. While experiences with service speeds and dish seasoning can vary, many diners value the thoughtful, friendly staff and the convenience of the bring-your-own-wine policy, making it a popular destination for casual gatherings and group events.
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Alain
5.0

L'hôtesse, Elsa, a été très accueillante.
Elle nous a bien expliqué le menu.
Ce fut une expérience très agréable pour le goût & la présentation. Merci.

Apr 19, 2025
on Google
Bernard
5.0

Fantastic tasty fresh food. Degustation menu is a great was of trying all the different dishes.

Apr 13, 2025
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Shanna
5.0

My friend & I meet monthly to catch up on life, & this time we chose a cozy Laotian restaurant in Montreal-& what a treat it was! The menu is affordably priced, which made it easy (& fun) for us to try nearly everything: all the entrées & almost all the hot dishes. Each plate was beautifully presented & bursting with flavor-there's something uniquely comforting about Laotian cuisine that sets it apart from other Southeast Asian fare. It felt almost homemade, in the best way possible.

We sat at a tiny two-person table by the window with elegant high chairs-cozy, charming, & perfect for a long, relaxed dinner. & yes, we took our time! The bring-your-own-wine policy was a bonus, & the place had a really friendly, happy atmosphere. Everyone-from the staff to the guests-seemed genuinely glad to be there.

Pro tip: Make a reservation! The restaurant may look small at first glance, but there's a whole second section in the back. Still, if you're a party of two or three, I highly recommend asking for a seat in the front section-it's where the charm really shines, in my opinion.

I'd go back in a heartbeat. Honestly, not a single complaint from start to finish.

Apr 10, 2025
on Google
Sabrina
4.0

cute BYOB spot! im a fan of south east asian cuisine & the vegan meatballs were really good & the nem khao was perfect. The Kua Mee dish could use some more flavor because i felt like the noodles were bland, but overall it's a cute place. 10/10 for the service because I accidentally left without my purse & they called later to notify me :) can't thank enough!

Apr 5, 2025
on Google
Megan
5.0

Wonderful food, atmosphere & service! Will definitely be going back.

Mar 29, 2025
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Will
5.0

Excellent!! I love laotian food. This restaurant is among the best in Montreal.

Mar 26, 2025
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Stéphanie
5.0

Take out

Mar 21, 2025
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Arthur
5.0

Charming, relaxed, delicious food. Our waitress was friendly & attentive. She also made great recommendation of dishes to try since this was our first time eating laotian food. We're definitely going back 👍👍👍👍.

Mar 16, 2025
on Google
Marion
5.0

What a gem! The entire meal & experience was amazing.

Mar 14, 2025
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Eve
5.0

Très heureuse d'avoir découvert le Sep Lai hier. Une soirée sans faute ! Elsa a nous recommandé des plats tous plus savoureux les uns que les autres. La décoration & l'ambiance nous rendent confortable instantanément & nous font oublier le train-train quotidien.

Mar 7, 2025
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