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Sep Lai

Bring your own wine
Pointe St-Charles
4.7$$ & $$$
OPEN5 pm - 10 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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Marie
5.0

Magnifique terrasse très sympathique & chaleureuse, nourriture excellente & de très belles découvertes! On y retournera assurément! p.s.: la bièrerie Les Beaux Dégâts récemment installée à proximité, sur la rue Charlevoix, offre une superbe sélection de bières & vins (dont plusieurs excellents, du Québec) qui complètent à merveille le repas de ce petit resto'apportez votre vin' à découvrir ! :)

May 21, 2026
on Google
Anna
3.0

The space was very nice & the patio was pleasant in Mid May. My first time trying Laotian cuisine so I have nothing to compare it to. The food was solidly good, but not great. Everything could have used like 15% more flavor. Nothing was bad, just a little flat. The shrimp was cooked perfectly but could have used a bit more flavor. Same with the red curry soup. The temperature needs some work too. I got a pot of hot tea that was lukewarm. My soup was lukewarm, as was my shrimp. The food came very fast & service was excellent

May 16, 2026
on Google
Typh'n
5.0

Très belle découverte, ambiance tres cute, cuisine incroyable, service au top, prix très correcte pour tout ce qu'on a mangé

May 11, 2026
on Google
Heather
5.0

Will definitely be back! Cozy place, fresh & full of flavour dishes!

May 10, 2026
on Google
Jean-Rene
5.0

Le menu dégustation est le meilleur moyen de bien découvrir ce restaurant. Le service & les repas sont superbes, ce qui rend le lieu populaire, donc il faut réserver. Apportez votre vin.

May 4, 2026
on Google
Louis-Gabriel
5.0

Superbe place ! Delicious & the staff is really nice

Apr 30, 2026
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Chloe
5.0

Wow! What a little gem of a place.
Right by Charlevoix metro, it's super accessible either by public transit or by cycling from the nearby canal bike path.
We decided to order the tasting menu for 2, which had most of the items we wanted anyways. Plus, our server modified some items for similar ones that we preferred!
The spring rolls were incredibly fresh & tasty, & the peanut butter sauce was pure goodness. Same thing for the soup!
I'd say it's not the ideal place for vegetarians as there's a lot of fish & oyster sauce in most of the meals, but it's perfect for pescatarians.
They also use local mushrooms & shrimps from Gaspesie.
The mini crème brûlée was the perfect ending to the night.

They're a shared-table style of restaurant, but the tables are very big so you wouldn't feel much different than at regular tables that are close to each other.
I can't wait to come back for the terrasse!

Bonus points for it being a BYOW. :)

Apr 28, 2026
on Google
Robert
4.0

Ça fait quelques fois que je vais chez Sep Lai & mes invité(e)s & moi sommes toujours épaté(e)s par la qualité des plats & du service! Le fait d'apportez son vin est aussi apprécié.

Apr 20, 2026
on Google
Daniel
4.0

Sep Lai is quite casual, with food, service, & atmosphere comprable to the casual nature of the restaurant

Apr 17, 2026
on Google
Baptiste
5.0

Plusieurs fois que je viens ici & c'est toujours un plaisir ! Des petits plats à partager, ce qui donne forcément une ambiance conviviale. Je vous recommande les boulettes beyond meat !
Si jamais la terrasse est très agréable en été.

Apr 10, 2026
on Google
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