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Sep Lai

Bold Laotian spice meets the vibrant heart of Montreal at Sep Lai.

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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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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5.0

Great service & fantastic food! Really appreciated my time & experience here

Dec 5, 2023
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5.0

Nous avons tous adoré notre expérience. La nourriture était délicieuse, le service plus qu'impeccable. Nous allons définitivement recommandé votre restaurant à tous !

Dec 4, 2023
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5.0

We had such a wonderful experience at Sep Lai! The food was delicious; we took 3 plates to share & everything was very tasty with generous portions. To top it off, we had the crème brûlée dessert. 10/10, really recommend!

Dec 1, 2023
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5.0

We loved out experience at Sep Lai! I will definitely be back over & over again.

Nov 30, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Food was good & the service was great, the staff was polite & nice.

Nov 27, 2023
Nelson
4.0

This is a cute little cozy restaurant right across from the Charlevoix Metro station. There is also free street parking. So it is a very convenient for people who drive & who take the Metro. All in all, the food was very tasty. The meatballs were my favorite. However, I found that a lot of sauces were fish sauce based. If it's something you're not used, you might want to ask for the dishes that do not have fish sauce. I did enjoy my experience at this Laos restaurant. The gummy bears at the end were perfect to clean the palette.

Nov 22, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

So delicious. Ready to go back!

Nov 17, 2023
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1 Review
5.0

Excellent restaurant! le service est sympathique & rapide, les plats délicieux. Une excellente expérience: on y retourne bientôt!

Nov 16, 2023
Ceecee
3.0

Free street parking. Reservations accepted. Need to specify that you want a table in the back otherwise small groups are placed at the high top near the entrance. BYOB. Interesting menu. The tam mak hoong (papaya salad) was inedible. I love fish sauce, but the shrimp paste or padaek was too strong. I think the wait staff should warn customers in advance how fishy the dish tastes. I don't like wasting food, but it was a hard no from the both of us. The kua mee noodles & sai oua meatballs were delicious. The citronella pork (1st photo, not on online menu) was dry & stiff. The waitress was friendly, but not the most attentive. We had to ask the kitchen to refill our water. They were sweet & offered us free dessert though: pandan crème brulée.

Nov 13, 2023
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5.0

Friendly accommodating service with BYOB. Great neighborhood local beer & wine outlet across the street. Third visit & always a lovely experience.

Nov 13, 2023
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