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Sésame

Quartier des Spectacles
4.5$ & $$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11 am
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AsianFusionChineseJapaneseThaiVegetarianVietnameseSzechuanPoke BowlVegan OptionsGrillGluten-free OptionsGreat selection of winesTasting Menu

About us

Sésame offers a concept unique in its kind: an out of the ordinary variety of high quality Asian dishes to enjoy in a warm atmosphere.

From the Pad Thai to the General Tao poutine, or one of the various wok sautées, you can eat your meal on site or take it to go.

Additionally, Sésame offers a wide selection of loose teas, several privately imported wines, beers on tap, a wide selection of sake, but especially, a menu of exclusive Sésame cocktails.

Our Specialties

Poké Bowl, Noodles, Bao Burgers, Soups, Dumplings (Chinese Dumplings), Edamame, Imperial rolls, Desserts, Ice cream, Cocktails, Beers, Sakes & Wines.

Amenities, services & more

Capacity: 80 We accept:  Master Card, Visa, Interac, Mobile Payment, Contactless Payment
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on Google4.2 (2500+)
*as of 2026-02-25
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Review Summary

Sésame is consistently praised for its friendly, efficient service and vibrant atmosphere that suits a pre-show dinner in the Place des Arts area. The menu offers a diverse array of Asian fusion dishes, with well presented plates, generous portions, and flavors that range from savory pad thai to tasty dumplings and soups, plus standout cocktails and desserts that add a festive touch. The setting is described as stylish and cozy, with an appealing terrace and a central downtown locale that makes it easy to pair a meal with an evening show. Guests also note good value for money given the quality, and many return for reliable consistency, quick seating, and attentive service. Occasional comments mention busier nights bringing louder ambiance and longer waits, but the overall experience remains positive and memorable, making this a go-to spot for locals and visitors before or after performances.
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The vibes were so nice. Beautiful decorations. Food was really goood tooo! & service was one of the best we had. Our server had many tables but he made sure that he checked on us constantly. Didnt have to wait long either.
Meals we got: dumpling with peanut sauce
beef teriyaki stir fry with fried rice
sesame & orange beef
molten lava cake with vanilla ice cream.

Feb 16, 2026
on Google

Excellent service & bel endroit. Ce n'est pas ma première fois chez Sésame.

Notre entrée est arrivé froide. Les dumplings étaient'frette' & la sauce arachide figée... La serveuse est parti avec le plat.

Ils ont réchauffés l'entrée au micro-ondes & non préparée un nouveau plat.... La sauce était cuite & collée sur le bord du plat... Décevant tellement...

Dec 22, 2025
on Google
5.0

Tout était super bon !!!
Coup de coeur boeuf teriyaki, dumplings, soupe tum yum & creme glacé thé vert !

Oct 4, 2025
on Google

Had a delicious dinner here. Comfortable dining area with option to dine on outdoor patio. They have a mix of pan Asian dishes & did everything well. They had meals for 2-4 but we ordered a few items off the regular menu apps, mains & desserts. We had a round of beautiful cocktails/sake flight & then ordered or my son first: the shrimp tempura & fried rice no protein. These were both outstanding; tempura was so crispy & drizzled with spicy & savory sauces - fried rice was savory & bold giving mild Pad Thai flavors topped with peanuts.

Mains started with the juicy Pork & kimchi dumplings; Crispy Orange beef; Salmon tartare with green salad dressed in a creamy sesame dressing; MIL ordered the sampler as main that included Papaya salad/Wontons/shrimp tempura/Vegetable spring rolls with fish sauce. Finished with desserts: green tea & black sesame ice cream & key lime pie.

Aug 17, 2025
on Google

Délicieux ! Tout ce qu'a commandé était très bon, dumplings sauce aux arachides, pad thai & sauté pouet teryaki. on y retourne

Mar 8, 2025
on Google

Une belle expérience globale! L'ambiance était agréable & conviviale. Nous avons particulièrement apprécié la soupe Tom Yum, même si elle est très épicée - à noter pour ceux qui préfèrent des saveurs plus douces. Le plateau de dégustation de dumplings était varié, & les cocktails bien réalisés.

Dec 10, 2024
on Google

Tout étaient très bien, le service l'ambiance & la bouffe. Nous avons pris un plat de dumplings & un général Tao comme plat principal.

Nov 17, 2024
on Google

Excellent service reçu par le charmant Philippe hier midi! Très à l'écoute & très serviable. Nous avons pris le général Tao & des dumplings aux arachides. C'était excellent 👍🏼

Oct 26, 2024
on Google
4.0

The place was hopping as usual. The dumplings was good- but sadly cold! The general Tao chicken was partially cold- but warm underneath. Interesting drink selection. Service was kind- but staff seemed overwhelmed- but always with a smile. Great place for my vegan friend !!!!!

Sep 23, 2024
on Google
3.0

We got dumplings (with the table d'hôte). Nobody brought us sauces nor sticks. The waitress was absent on this 1st course. I waived a girl behind the bar to give us sticks. My date wanted to go get the sticks herself. The waitress recognized her mistake later on. She apologized & was much better for the other courses. But this review is targeted to the team as a whole. If waitresses & the kitchen are overwhelmed, making sure that we have the least to savour our overly expensive meal would be to meet the strict minimum. The waitress still got her 15% tip, but I won't come back to this establishment again. It is very unfortunate. Thank you.

Aug 25, 2024
on Google

Restaurant prêt de la place des arts , un petit souper avant le spectacle. Service chaleureux, on a mangé sur la. Terrasse & c'était agréable. L'entrée de dumpling était super bon & le général taho avait bon goût mais trop cuit à mon goût. Donc, pour2,avec une bouteille de vin blanc, un entrée pour 2 & 2 couvers, avec le pourboire: 142$, ce qui est rendu un prix raisonnable

Aug 13, 2024
on Google

Général Tao trop épicé & trop sucré. Dumpling au poulet bon mais la sauce aux arachides beaucoup trop sucrée. Peu de subtilité dans les goûts & saveurs peu balancées. Le sauté sauce aux arachides est trop acide & le tofu manque de saveur. Verre à cocktail & verre à bière craquelé. Très beau restaurant mais les plats ne sont pas à la hauteur, & vaut mieux éviter la salle de bain...

Mar 31, 2024
on Google

Le resto par excellence pour une sortie entre amis ou de couple! Le Sesame est de loin mon resto coup de coeur depuis les années...leur variétés de dumplings & leur tartare de saumon sont simplement: 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

Mar 18, 2024
on Google

Great location, atmosphere, & service. The food itself was mostly just ok for our group of 4. Pork dumplings & deep fried wonton were good, different flavors from what we've experienced in the past. The orange gochujang, general Tao, & pad thai flavors seemed off to us, but ok. I think with a few menu changes this place cold be great.

Mar 3, 2024
on Google

Très beau restaurant avec une bonne ambiance & bon service. J'ai pris des dumplings au porc en entrée, du poulet au beurre comme repas principal & des mochis pour dessert. Le tout était excellent! J'ai également pris un cocktail "slush" qui était un peu cher, mais très bon. Je vais y retourner c'est sûr!

Dec 28, 2023
on Google
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Mon meilleur plat de général Tao à vie !
Les dumplings étaient ordinaires mais j'ai adoré cet endroit! J'y retournerai c'est assuré

Dec 28, 2023
via Other
1 Review
3.5

Remettre les dumplings grillés (kyosa) au menu.

Oct 27, 2023
via Other
1 Review
4.5

les dumplings aux arachides étaient froid

Oct 16, 2023

Petit resto impeccable
Meilleur dumplings au beurre d arachide & meilleur pad thai
J y retourne

Sep 24, 2023
on Google
via Other
1 Review
5.0

Les dumplings étaient au plus tièdes.

Sep 14, 2023