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Sep Lai

Bring your own wine
4.7$$ & $$$
5 pm - 10 pm
Monday5 pm - 9 pm
Tuesday5 pm - 9 pm
Wednesday5 pm - 9 pm
Thursday5 pm - 9 pm
Friday5 pm - 10 pm
Saturday5 pm - 10 pm
Sunday5 pm - 9 pm
LaotianAsianVegetarianVegan OptionsGluten-free OptionsBring your own wineCatering

About us

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.

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We accept:  Master Card, Visa, Interac

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4.7 with 610 ratings on RestoMontreal.ca

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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.View more

Apr 10, 2025
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Jasmin
4.0

We were a group of four & had the degustation menu. The food was delicious, except the chicken salad. It was the only item that was disappointing, either we got a bad one or it's just too plain. The beef brochettes were exceptional. The service was great once it started, the first 30 minutes we had had someone open our wine bottle & then nothing for a bit too long.View more

Dec 6, 2024
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Katrina
5.0

Loved the food! Has so many different dishes you can get & share. Some classics but are still made differently or have a different twist. Cute spot, bring your own wine, can't go wrong!View more

Oct 30, 2024
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Aytsan
5.0

Absolutely awesome place! Terrace is fantastic, looks absolutely dreamy with lights in the evening & they even provide blankets so you don't feel cold. You can bring your own wine too. Food was top notch, such beautiful plates for only 20$, you'd think you are at the fancy place with $$$. Atmosphere was just surreal, SO romantic, perfect place for a date or just a meal you'll never forget.View more

Sep 24, 2024
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David
5.0

This place is a gem! It's my second time here in the last month, & I'll go back before I leave for sure! The food is incredible, the service is outstanding, the prices are decent, the place looks beautiful (especially the terrace in the back) & it's a bring your own wine. The hostess, Elsa, was so welcoming & caring. She even brought us blankets in case we were cold at the terrace because it was a cold evening. If you are not sure what to order, they have a tasting menu with many different items & the quantities are perfect. I also strongly recommend the Khao Poon, the meatballs & the calamari!View more

Sep 11, 2024
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Scottie
4.0

Good service & good food overall. The place is not very big , but it is nice. Is a BYOW / BYOB ( bring your own wine ) restaurant. Prices are decent as well, not expensive. Dishes are small & can be easily shared. Verdict : give it a try.View more

Apr 15, 2024
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Unknown
5.0

Cute bring your own wine restaurant. Service was good. We had a reservation, everything went well, atmosphere is relaxed & it's a good place to talk. The food was not amazing but I would return.View more

Mar 15, 2024
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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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Kate
5.0

Excellent Laotian food! They have a good mix of plates to share & individual entrées, & Mains. The staff consistently have good recommendations. I was apprehensive about the laap but it was great. The soup is amazing. I highly recommend. It's BYOW & they'll bring out an ice bucket if you have white wine.View more

Oct 27, 2023
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Sarah
5.0

Great food made fresh, if you want alcohol you have to take your own though. They will provide a wine bucket with ice & open your bottles for you. Intimate & friendly placeView more

Sep 4, 2023
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5.0

Sep Lai serves delicious food, prepared with fresh ingredients. Our favourite appetizers are Rouleau fromage, rouleau printanier & soup Khao Poon. For main course we love Kua Mee, Brochettes de Filet mignon, Nem Khao & Calmar Frit Tom Yum. Their Salade de Mangue is absolutely delicious. What makes this place unique is the fact that you can chose the protein you like that will be added to your dish. Because of this flexibility the restaurant is able to cater to people with allergies. Sep Lai is a bring-your-own-wine restaurant that is conveniently located across the street from the Charlevoix Metro Station. This is a perfect place for dining as a group because you can share & taste different dishes.

Nov 28, 2022
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5.0

Great food, cozy ambiance, & amazing staff! The fried calamari are to die for! You can also bring your own wine by getting it from the Bodega next door!

Oct 29, 2022
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5.0

Sep Lai serves great food. We just love Kua Mee, Nem Khao, Calmar Frit Tom Yum, their wonderful soups & of course the rouleau Printanier & rouleau fromage. I love their salad dishes as well. Our guests are very happy to have been introduced to Sep Lai. Sep Lai is a "bring your own wine" restaurant & it is conveniently located across the street from the Charlevoix Metro station.

Sep 28, 2022
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5.0

We absolutely love the food at Sep Lai. It is made with fresh ingredients to order. It is especially convenient if you have any dietary issues. The menu is quite unique & refreshing. The salads are really delicious. One of the new items on the menu is a mango salad. It is light & refreshing & very different. I just love it. Sep Lai has so many dishes that we love. Calmar Frit Tom Yum is the best we've ever tasted. Each time we visit the restaurant we order Rouleau printanier & Rouleau fromage. Both are absolutely delicious! We also love Kua Mee & Nem Khao. On cooler days we love their soups, They're amazing. Sep Lai is a bring-your-own wine restaurant & it has a charming patio in the back of the building. It is conveniently located across the street from the Charlevoix metro station.

May 31, 2022
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5.0

Incredibly delicious dishes, warm & charming environment & you can bring your own wine or beer, which is always nice! Service is top notch.

Mar 7, 2022
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5.0

Sep Lai is a charming neighbourhood restaurant. It serves delicious Laotian dishes. The spring rolls, soups & unique salads are really delicious. I also love the Lap au ceviche. If you're looking for something different & inexpensive to eat, Sep Lai is the place! It is a "bring your own wine" restaurant that is conveniently located right across the Charlevoix metro station. Gluten free & vegan options are indicated on the menu.

Nov 24, 2021
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5.0

Sep Lai is a lovely addition to our neighborhood serving Laos dishes, similar to what we found in Thailand. Sep Lai serves many interesting & delicious dishes with everything freshly prepared to order. Their menu clearly indicates which dishes can be prepared gluten free & which can be made vegetarian. The service is friendly & efficient. We had Jacqui serve us with her usual lovely smile. Sep Lai has a lovely heated patio in the back of the building, with a retractable awning. Sep Lai is a bring your own wine restaurant & is conveniently located across the street from the Charlevoix metro station. I highly recommend this very affordable restaurant.

Sep 18, 2021
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5.0

The chefs at Sep Lai come from Laos so the dishes presented have a unique flavour. Everything is prepared fresh to order & majority of the dishes can be prepared gluten free or vegetarian. These options are clearly indicated on their menu. Sep Lai has a charming terrace in the back of the restaurant. In the event of inclement weather they have a collapsible roof that they extend over the tables. The restaurant is a bring-your-own wine & it is conveniently located across the street from the Charlevoix metro station.

Sep 17, 2021
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