Zoe DubeThe 5 Best Thai Restaurants in Montreal That Are Worth the Extra Spice
Finding the best Thai restaurants in Montreal means looking for spots that serve bold aromatics and comforting noodle dishes. Luckily, the city’s dining scene has plenty of options, from quick lunch counters to cosy neighbourhood restaurants.
If you’re craving fiery curries, rich peanut sauces, or sweet sticky rice, there’s plenty of flavour to explore. We checked out some of the city’s top-rated Thai spots to find dishes that are actually worth trying.
So, if you’re ready for something spicy, comforting, and full of flavour, we’ve got you covered. Here are our favourite local picks for your next Thai food craving!
How much do Thai meals cost in Montreal?
A typical main dish at a Thai restaurant in Montreal costs between $16 and $25 CAD. A full upscale dinner with appetisers and wine averages $60 to $90 CAD per person after tax and tip.
| Dining Style / Dish Category | Average Price Range (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Fast Casual / Food Court Mains | $16–$19 |
| Casual Dine-In Entrees | $18–$25 |
| Upscale / Trendy Mains | $24–$40+ |
| Appetisers — Spring Rolls, Satay | $5.00–$15.00 |
| Main Noodle Dishes — Pad Thai, Pad See Ew | $16.95–$22.99 |
| Curries with Rice — Green, Red, Panang | $17.00–$24.56 |
| Dessert — Mango Sticky Rice | $9.00–$13.95 |
How We Reviewed
1. Noir Thai
Website: https://noirthai.com/
Address: 224 Rue Milton
Contact: (514) 844-8888 | [email protected]
Hours: Monday–Tuesday, By Appointment; Wednesday–Saturday, 12:00 PM–3:00 PM and 5:00 PM–9:30 PM; Sunday, 12:00 PM–3:00 PM and 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
Stepping into Noir Thai brings a fun modern twist to Thai food, led by their signature Noir Pad Thai with squid ink and giant shrimp. The dark, silky noodles have a rich savoury flavour and look striking on the table.
You can also customise the heat on spicy dishes like Pad Kra Pow, including a mild zero-spice option.
We spoke with a client who recently shared their experience trying the crispy fried chive cakes with a friend. She said the sweet dark soy dipping sauce was incredible.
For meat lovers, there’s tangy tom yum soup with chewy egg noodles or soft rice noodles. Tofu lovers have plenty of options too, including fragrant red curry with zucchini and sweet potatoes.
Unfortunately, the kitchen closes daily from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., so late lunch isn’t an option.
Customer Reviews
One of the most authentic Thai restaurants I’ve tried in Montreal
As a Thai person, I can honestly say this is one of the most authentic Thai restaurants I’ve tried in Montreal. Every dish was delicious, and the Pad Thai was exceptional — flavorful, well-balanced, and truly reminded me of home. The Som Tum and other dishes were equally impressive. If you want to experience genuine Thai cuisine, this is definitely a place worth visiting. Highly recommended! 🇹🇭❤️🍜
— Pati Ph. | Google Review
Has become my favorite in the city
This family-owned Thai restaurant recently opened and has become my favorite in the city. The food is truly authentic and satisfying. The atmosphere and service is welcoming and warm. They were also very accommodating and attentive to my girlfriend’s gluten-free diet restriction. Had the papaya salad, spicy wings, and pad thai which were absolutely delicious. The thai milk tea was also the best I’ve had in the city.
Our group of four had a great meal and enjoyable time.
— Alexander Felix | Google Review
2. Chai-Yo
Website: https://www.chai-yo.ca/
Address: 3603 Rue Saint-Denis, R.01
Contact: (438) 381-1888 | [email protected]
Hours: Tuesday–Wednesday, Sunday, 11:30 AM–3:30 PM; Thursday–Saturday, 11:30 AM–4:00 PM and 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
Plant-based diners can enjoy plenty of options at Chai-Yo, a vegan spot that turns family recipes into rich, animal-free dishes. The kitchen swaps meat for soy-based fish, tender tofu, and savoury seitan duck that closely mimics classic textures.
The menu offers aromatic green, Panang, and Massaman curries, giving diners plenty of variety. Noodle fans can try broad rice noodles in savoury Pad See Ew or sweet tamarind Pad Thai.
Busy workers can even grab lunch combos that pair a hot entrée with crispy fried rolls and a drink.
The main drawback is the limited evening schedule. Dinner is available only from Thursday to Saturday, and the restaurant doesn’t take reservations, so seating is walk-in only.
Customer Reviews
The best Thai Food I’ve ever had (aside from Thailand)
INSANEEEE Thai Food. Every dish was packed with flavor and I was blown away by the texture and flavor of the duck. The peanut sauce in the dumplings was so good, we were scraping the sides to finish it. Would HIGHLY recommend. Dare I say, the best Thai Food I’ve ever had (aside from Thailand).
— Navin Durbhakula | Google Review
Flavourful, delicious, and lots of great options
Surprisingly walked past this 100% plant based restaurant in Montreal and knew we had to try it!
Flavourful, delicious, and lots of great options – we tried the Kao Kra Pao (with the powders they provided it was spicy and great flavour) and the chai-yo sandwich 93 which was also great! Thai iced tea to go with our meals.
We would’ve come back again if it wasn’t our last day in Montreal. Will be back for sure!
— Naintara Viswanath | Google Review
3. Siwalee Cuisine Thaïlandaise
Website: https://siwaleecuisinethailandaiseqc.com/
Address: 3964A R. Saint-Denis
Contact: (514) 843-4448
Hours: Tuesday–Thursday, Sunday 12:00 PM–9:00 PM; Friday–Saturday, 12:00 PM–9:30 PM
Street food cravings get an easy answer at Siwalee Cuisine Thaïlandaise, with dishes like crispy-pork Pad Kana and king-oyster-mushroom Kra Prao. These fragrant stir-fries offer plenty of variety beyond the usual noodle dishes.
You can order classic Pad Thai with chicken, shrimp, beef, or tofu. Herb lovers can try the Tom Yam and rich Tom Kha soups, both available as vegetarian options.
Meanwhile, their appetisers include fried tofu, king oyster mushrooms, and a mixed fried vegetarian plate. This gives meat-free diners several tasty ways to start their meal.
Just keep the weekly schedule in mind before heading to the Plateau. The restaurant is closed every Monday, so you’ll need to plan your dinner outing for another day.
Customer Reviews
The best Thai restaurant outside of Thailand
The best Thai restaurant outside of Thailand (and I lived there for over a year). So good we went back thrice during our 4-day stay in Montreal. Very generous portions of delicious food and the staff was very kind as well. Green curry was my go-to meal during monsoon season in Thailand and theirs did not disappoint! Not going there would be missing out, I have no doubt you will love it.
— Killingerexplorer | Google Review
If you love Thai food, you’ll love this restaurant
…I went to this restaurant last month for my birthday. I had never been there before, so it was a risky choice for dinner out with all my friends, but we were NOT disappointed! The servers were very kind, the food was all AMAZING (green curry, crispy pork with greens, pad see ew…it was all perfect), and to top it all off, they brought out a delicious treat “on the house” for my birthday, enough to share with the whole table. We were all thrilled with the evening. If you love Thai food, you’ll love this restaurant.
4. Bistro Ona
Website: https://bistroona.com/
Address: 6522 Boulevard Saint-Laurent
Contact: 514-495-9196 | [email protected]
Hours: Wednesday–Thursday, Sunday, 11:30 AM–9:30 PM; Friday–Saturday, 11:30 AM–11:00 PM
Elevated dining shines at Bistro Ona, which offers a modern bistro atmosphere with seafood favourites like Chu Chee fish and fried rice loaded with crab claw meat.
Their Chu Chee pairs fish or shrimp with red coconut curry, herbs, and vegetables. We spoke with a regular patron at the bar, and he said the spicy basil beef was a favourite. He also praised the evening drink service for being quick.
You can also choose from separate lunch specials and full dinner menus, making it easy to plan a casual meal or date night. Delivery through major apps is available, too, when you’d rather stay home.
For private events, keep the guest limit in mind. Seated dining accommodates around 25 guests, while groups of 35 or 40 can only host cocktail-style events.
Customer Reviews
As a Thai person, I really enjoyed my experience at this Thai restaurant
As a Thai person, I really enjoyed my experience at this Thai restaurant 🇹🇭!! The staffs are very welcoming and friendly PLUS they spoke Thai, English, and French, which made me feel very welcome and reminded me of home.
The food felt authentic while still being adapted to suit different tastes. We ordered Chicken Satay, Fried Chicken, Chicken Siam Red Curry, Chicken Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce, and a Papaya Salad with 5 chilies that brought the spicy kick I was looking for…
— _susan_2.0 | Google Review
A must try for Thai food lovers
Delightful gem! We started with Mango Salad & Chicken Satay skewers – all perfect👌I had the Red Curry Chicken – fantastic with tons of delicious red curry sauce – absolutely perfect! He had the Ona Basil dish – beyond flavorful! Service was outstanding and ambience was beautiful. Highly recommend for a date night – a must try for Thai food lovers.
— Marcy McCallum | Google Review
5. Khao Soi Restaurant Thai
Website: https://khaosoirestaurantthai.com/
Address: 4581 Avenue du Parc
Contact: (438) 834-9154 | (514) 284-4144
Hours: Monday, Closed; Tuesday–Sunday, 12:00 PM–10:00 PM
Northern regional specialities take centre stage at Khao Soi Restaurant Thai, with chicken and beef versions of their northern-style noodle bowls. This regional focus gives you a reason to look beyond your usual Pad Thai order.
Their Chiang Mai tom yum bowls come with fish balls, shrimp, or chicken. If you prefer dry noodles, try the brothless egg noodles with delicate chicken wontons.
Salads add even more variety, from Thai and Isaan papaya salads to beef namtok. Plus, you can pair Panaeng chicken or beef with jasmine rice or noodles.
However, vegetarians should be cautious with the restaurant’s signature northern dishes. Both headlining bowls contain chicken or beef, so you shouldn’t count on a meat-free version without checking first.
If you’re looking for a fully plant-based meal, ask about available options before ordering.
Customer Reviews
You can taste the love & authenticity in their food
My husband and I absolutely love this restaurant. We’ve been wanting a restaurant close to home that’s delicious and made with love. The staff is so beyond sweet, and you can taste the love & authenticity in their food! Everything is delicious here but our favourites are the Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, Khao Soi soup and beef noodle soup! Portions are amazing for the price! Highly recommend to anyone walking by!
— Kimberly Garcia | Google Review
This is for me the best Thai restaurant in the city
I toured around Thailand, took cooking classes and ate everything I could put my hands on. There was not one meal that wasn’t delicious. Ever since I came back I’ve searching for a place in Montreal that could match what I tasted there and I can finally say I found it. This is for me the best Thai restaurant in the city!!! The food is authentic and the taste brought me right back…
— Abdoul Alou | Google Review
