Discreetly located in the Hotel Le Crystal in the heart of downtown, our restaurant welcomes you in a contemporary Asian decor. Our gigantic Buddha and our stairs in tropical colors will certainly not leave you indifferent. In summer, discover our charming colorful terrace for a refreshing cocktail.
Thai cuisine is considered the finest in Asia. Its original and delicate ingredients such as curry, mint, lemongrass, coriander, kaffir lime or even red basil, its fragrances and its colorful and spectacular presentations will make you travel. But beware, it is also very spicy and can represent a real challenge for the taste buds!
Siam offers you the great classics such as pad thai and curries, presented in a contemporary way. Our grandiose and warm decor as well as our dedicated staff invite you to come and experience the tradition of sharing typical in Asia. The address to remember for your business lunches, special events or just a good meal.
Our Specialties
Chicken Wings, Chicken Satay, Duck Wontons, Jerky Beef, Papaya salad, Mango salad, Larb, Tasting platters, Tom Yum soup, Tom Kah soup, Paneng Curry, Green Curry, Yellow Curry, Red Curry, Pad Thai, Pad Mee, Pad Seew, Pad Kra Pao Moo, Homemade desserts & Cocktails.
Siam is a consistently impressive Thai dining spot in downtown Montreal where vibrant, well balanced flavors meet generous portions, a stylish yet inviting ambiance, and attentive service. Reviewers praise the wide menu from green curry to pad Thai, dumplings and satay, noting fresh ingredients, colorful presentations and many vegan options. The service is repeatedly described as friendly, professional and helpful, with staff guiding choices and making celebrations feel special, while the terrace and warm lighting add to business meals and gatherings. While busier evenings can bring noise and occasional slower pacing, the overall experience is high quality, good value for the portions, and a welcoming atmosphere that invites return visits. The result is a top choice for Thai cuisine in the city, where guests leave looking forward to the next visit.
a strategic stop before a comedy show at the Bell Centre. Downtown, arena-adjacent dining can sometimes be… let's call it'efficient rather than exceptional.' Our expectations were... guarded.
We were wrong.
From the first bite of the Drunken Noodles, we realized this was no pre-show compromise. The spice level had just enough swagger to wake up the palate without sending us into a panic-induced milk-chugging spiral. The vegetables were beautifully cooked - vibrant, crisp-tender - & the noodles were deeply savory & generous. When I say generous, I mean the portion could reasonably feed two hungry adults, & still leave you negotiating a few final bites. We tried. We failed.
The green curry was equally rich, fragrant, & comforting.
The Mango Sticky Rice cocktail nearly stole the entire evening. Sweet, tropical, & indulgent. It was dessert & drink all at once.
For a downtown location, steps from the arena, the pricing felt almost suspiciously reasonable. Two hearty mains, a standout cocktail, & we walked out very full & comfortably under $100 for two people.
What began as a convenient pit stop turned into a genuinely memorable meal - the perfect (& unexpectedly delicious) opening act to our night.
Again, Siam does not disappoint!
Hubby & I had our Valentine's supper there. The place was busy but it did not feel hectic. The food was amazing, as always.
The server was great & their house cocktail was extraordinary!
Cannot wait to come back.
Feb 15, 2026
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Après avoir goûté aux cocktails, à l'assiette dégustations pour 3 personnes (5 dégustations différentes), aux mets principaux & desserts, il n'y a absolument rien que je peux prétendre ne pas avoir aimé.
De plus le serveur était des plus sympathique &, de toute évidence, savait qu'il nous proposait un menu exceptionnel. En sortant du Siam, tout le groupe était rassasié.
L'endroit était très charmant avec un éclairage tamisé intime. Nous avons constaté qu'il y avait un grand nombre de face-à-face romantiques & je crois, aussi, que c'est un un lieu parfait pour une première rencontre
The food was just sophomores goooodd!!!Will definitely be back for more! The krapow & pad Thai were just outstanding. The cocktails were well made too.
We went to Siam hoping to experience the MTL À table menu, however, when we were seated we were told that because there was a hockey game that evening, the service for the table d'hote would not start until 7p. Had I known this, I likely would have booked a later reservation but there was no mention of this at the time of booking.
We arrived slightly early & we were seated at the bar for a drink before our table became available, which was nice to just take in the ambiance & enjoy a beverage. Once seated we decided on some dishes & they were quite delicious, 10/10 across the board. Our server was also quite pleasant & checked in on us a few times throughout our meal.
The disappointing part was that it felt as though we were being rushed out. We barely sat for an hour & our meal was wrapped up. Additionally, we asked for the bill at the end, however, we still had 1/2 of our cocktails left & had intended to sit & enjoy them. When we were first seated we were told the next reservation for that table was 8:15pm & it was only 7:25pm so we figured we could chat & enjoy our drinks. However, our server promptly came over after we paid & said that the next guests arrived early (by an hour??) & that she was hoping we could clear our table within 5-10 minutes & that we could move to the bar if we really wanted to stay. Honestly, this put a damper on our experience for two reasons: (1) it felt like because we were potentially not going to spend more money that night we needed to leave & (2) we were early ourselves & sat at the bar, so why could the second set of guests who were an hour early not do the same?
All in all, our food was great but the night ended a bit sour for us with the service.
Belle expérience cette semaine au Siam du Centre-Ville.
L'atmosphère légèrement tamisée de la salle du bas était très agréable.
J'ai apprécié qu'on m'ait accommodée pour m'asseoir à notre table un peu plus tôt. Nous avions une réservation pour 18h15 le mercredi mais quand je suis arrivée à 17:50, notre table était déjà prête & notre serveur Davinder a pu m'y asseoir.
Niveau menu, on retrouve pas mal de classiques Thaï avec de belles options vegan également. J'avais opté pour les excellents dumpling au poulet sauce arachide & le pad Thaï au poulet dont la portion était bien généreuse (la photo ne lui rend pas justice). Attention juste, le menu ne l'indique pas mais j'ai trouvé la sauce des dumplings légèrement épicée. Je ne la recommanderai pas pour des personnes sensibles aux épices ou des enfants. Ça vaudrait peut-être un piment ou 1/2 piment sur le menu.
Mention spéciale pour le mango sticky rice cocktail, doux & délicieusement fruité.
En dessert nous avons opté pour un classique moelleux au chocolat avec sorbet coco. Rien d'exceptionnel mais c'était tout de même très correct.
Gros bonus pour le service exceptionnel de notre serveur Davinder qui a été souriant & aux petits soins du début à la fin. Il a vraiment égayé notre soirée & contribué à rendre notre expérience mémorable.
Nous venions initialement pour la bouffe & le décor mais nous reviendrons très certainement pour la qualité du service & belle atmosphère du lieu.
Really great Thai food, beautifully presented, flavorful, lots of vegetarian options & great cocktails & mocktails. The only downside is how loud it is - difficult to have a clear conversation.
Oct 9, 2025
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Excellente expérience au Siam : à essayer définitivement!!
Olivier (notre serveur) a su combler notre faim avec des recommandations plus bonnes les unes que les autres, service soigné & chaleureux sans parler de son sens de l'humour qui a su nous charmer dès notre arrivée. Un serveur de profession de toute évidence. Magnifique ambiance, cocktails signatures absolument délicieux qui offre une balance parfaite avec leurs choix de repas plus que divin pour nos papilles.
Le Siam peut être assuré de notre retour, car nous y reviendrons régulièrement SURTOUT si Olivier s'occupe de notre tablé : merci encore!
I had wonderful experience. Service was perfect. I had the best cocktail that I ever had( tom yom)
The portion was beyond expectations & the taste was great!
Apéro + dîner pour 4 sur la terrasse du Siam
Excellent accueil & service de grande qualité
Cuisine raffinée & cocktails très réussi.
Service rapide & toujours très attentionné par Frédéric
Je recommande fortement pour un bon moment chic au coeur de Montréal.
I've been to Siam about four or five times now, & overall, I would say it's a solid, well-rounded restaurant. The space itself is elegant without being over the top. You can tell the restaurant is aiming for that more elevated dining experience, & in most ways, it succeeds.
Let's start with what keeps me coming back: the table d'hôte. It's kind of their signature offering, a generous spread of five to six starters, two mains, rice, & either tea or coffee to wrap up for 90$. It's a great format if you want to explore the menu in one sitting. You get variety, consistency, & good value for what you receive.
The appetizers are solid across the board. From crispy spring rolls & chicken satay to those coconut shrimp skewers & dumplings, everything comes out fresh, well plated, & balanced in flavour. The sauces are well thought out, sweet chili, peanut, nuoc cham, & the mango salad adds that much-needed crunch & acidity. It's not reinventing anything, but it's all well executed.
The real star, though & I don't say this lightly is the beef red curry! It's phenomenal. The beef is so tender it literally melts in your mouth, like butter on a hot skillet. The curry itself is rich, velvety, & full of depth. You get layers of flavour: creamy coconut, a punch of chili heat, those unmistakable notes of lemongrass & kaffir lime, all balanced in a way that hits the palate just right. I've had it every single time I've gone, & it's one of the few dishes I'd actually describe as addictive.
Now... the less exciting part. The table d'hôte hasn't changed in at least three years. Same starters, same mains, same everything. & while it's comforting to know what to expect, I do think the menu could benefit from a bit of seasonal rotation or at least one or two new additions. For a place that positions itself on the higher end, a little evolution would go a long way. When I go out for this kind of dining experience, part of the joy is in discovering new things... & right now, that's missing.
That's where the five-star rating drops a bit for me. It's not the quality, that's there. It's the lack of freshness in the offering over time.
The drink menu is solid but leans expensive. Cocktails are well made & beautifully presented, tropical, often layered with Thai flavours like basil, ginger, or mango, but again, it adds up quickly, especially if you're doing the full menu.
Service is generally great, professional & warm, & the pace is well managed. You can feel the intention of offering a more refined experience. That said, I did have one visit that really missed the mark. One of the mains came out bland, which was a shock given how flavourful the food usually is. The dish was genuinely disappointing, & unfortunately, the staff didn't acknowledge it or offer anything to make up for it, which, to be honest, was a bit of a letdown at this price point. But in fairness, it was a one-time thing out of several great meals.
Most recently, I brought my partner, who's from Asia & usually quite tough to impress when it comes to Southeast Asian cuisine. He was genuinely impressed, with the flavours, the attention to detail, & the plating. That reaction alone gave me some reassurance that despite the stagnant menu, the core quality is still there.
So yes, Siam is still a place I would recommend. The dishes are consistent, visually beautiful, & generally packed with flavour. It's just time for the menu to get the same kind of attention the plating & ambiance already do.
Jun 5, 2025
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10/10 pour la nourriture (essayer le Cari Panang boeuf)
10/10 cocktail (beau & délicieux - Mango sticky rice)
10/10 le service, service dévoué (servit par : Kolya une perle)
10/10 l'ambiance, pas trop bruyant, belle salle, belle deco
Très bon restaurant, bonne ambiance, le personnel a été gentils & chaleureux particulièrement Olivier qui était notre serveur très sympa & drôle, il nous a bien conseillés. La nourriture & les cocktails étaient excellents !!
J'y suis allée pour mon anniversaire il y a quelques jours & wow! Cette fois-ci j'étais avec un groupe & franchement mon expérience était encore meilleure que la première!
La nourriture & les cocktails sont généreux & délicieux! Tout le monde a aimé les plats! Succès! On en a eu pour notre argent! Bon, frais, beau & surtout savoureux!
Le service était agréable aussi! Notre serveuse, Chloé était si gentille & professionnelle ! Tout le monde l'a adoré! Elle nous a vraiment bien accueilli!! Elle mérite une promotion, elle est trop adorable!
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Wow, the best experience asian cuisine. As asian myself, I like everything, atmosphere, food & most of all kudos to the staffs, they are very welcoming & have positive attitude !! Keep that smile guys! It adds flavor to your cuisine ;-) & one my favorite is the mango sticky rice cocktail!!! 💯
Une magnifique soirée au Siam, avec excellents cocktails & une succession de petits plats à partager, tous délicieux. Service extra attentionné & efficace de Chloé, qui nous a bien expliqué tout le menu & nos options. Belle ambiance. Beaucoup d'options végétariennes. On y retournera !
We recently went to Siam Centre-Ville for a celebratory dinner. I must say that the food was exceptional & the experience was pleasant, friendly & professional. We ordered cocktails, spring (salad) rolls, a stir-fry & green curry beef. The presentation & flavours were appealing. But the green curry was the star dish though. Incredible. It was aromatic & mildly spicy. The dish also came with some additional fresh chilis if you prefer your food to be more spicy. However, what I appreciated the most was the attention & care taken with allergens. There is a separate menu that explains the allergens in the menu items. Thus, I was able to order a gluten & dairy-free meal. I highly recommend & will definitely be back.
The restaurant was beautiful, & the food was absolutely delicious & reasonably priced (I did share a couple of dishes). Will definitely be going back there! I definitely recommend the tasting platter & the duck confit. The mango cheesecake was super refreshing & the sticky mango cocktail was very tasty
