Filipino Restaurant in Montreal Canada To Try

Headline: Buboy — Cozy corner spot. Big flavors. Warm, homey vibes. Restaurant Category: Casual Filipino eatery; typical plates ~$15–$25; Kamayan/boodle feast $55–$60 per person. Menu Highlights: – Pancit (well-loved sauce) – Pork belly – Kamayan/boodle feast with garlic rice and charred meats – Sliders – Bone broth/bulalo (mixed feedback) – Oxtail kare-kare – Lumpia and bangus (milkfish) in boodle platters – Longsilog (Filipino breakfast plate) – Calamansi juice – Crab with cheese (standout in boodle) Service Highlights: – Warm, friendly, and helpful staff who explain the menu well – Quick, polite service; welcoming, homey atmosphere – Interactive Kamayan experience; gloves provided Notes: – One group reported poor communication about the Kamayan format and per-person charge – Temperature/quality inconsistency noted by a diner (semi-warm plates, hard rice, gelatinous sauce) – Mixed takes on “authenticity” of flavors; some dishes called too salty or bland (e.g., OG bulalo) – Chicken inasal portions felt small to one group – Room felt very cold during one visit – Not vegetarian-friendly – Rice-heavy plates (typical Filipino style), which some love and others find heavy Logistics: – Small dine-in area; Kamayan weekend slots can book out far in advance Paragraphs: Diners come to Buboy for comforting, home-style … read full review

Headline: Cuisine De Manille — Kamayan feasts. Comforting classics. Warm, welcoming vibes. Restaurant Category: Casual Filipino restaurant; great for groups and Kamayan (boodle fight) sharing platters. Menu Highlights: – Kamayan/boodle feast with BBQ pork, chicken legs, liempo, garlic rice, and pickled sides – Sisig – Pancit palabok – Pork adobo – Chicken inasal/BBQ chicken – Fried calamari (light, crispy) – Lumpia Shanghai (including veggie) – Halo-halo with ube and leche flan – Sweet and spicy fried chicken Service Highlights: – Super friendly, welcoming team; attentive and accommodating even near closing – Generous portions; ideal for families and groups – Chill, cute decor with good music; nice presentation – “Feels like home” authenticity for many diners – Staff allowed filming for guests Notes: – Dining room can get hot on warm days – Garlic fried rice mentioned as a bit dry by some; $1 upcharge for garlic fried rice – Kare-kare’s peanut flavor can be too strong for some – “Spicy” fried chicken leans sweet/mild – Honey melon juice is tasty but pricey (~$12); some wished for hot sauce with Kamayan – Recent change from eggplant boat to mashed eggplant divided opinions Logistics: – Paid street parking available in front Paragraphs: … read full review

Headline: Kusina Norte — Flavorful comfort food. Great value lunch. Friendly vibe. Restaurant Category: Casual Filipino eatery, $12–$18 CAD per meal typical Menu Highlights: – Combo meal (rice + two sides + drink) around $15 CAD before tax – Filipino barbecue (often called out as a favorite) – Party-style platters for easy, no-hassle meals – Halo-halo (cold, refreshing dessert with ice cream and beans) Service Highlights: – Friendly, welcoming staff and owners – Fast service, especially for lunch – Clean dining space – Good value for the portions Notes: – At times, the shop may be staffed by just one person, which could mean slight waits during rush Paragraphs: Customers come for the homey Pinoy flavors and solid value, especially that combo plate with rice, two sides, and a drink that lands around fifteen bucks before tax. Diners enjoy the barbecue for its crowd-pleasing taste and the big platters for hassle-free meals, whether you’re grabbing lunch or feeding a group. Halo-halo gets special love as a cold, refreshing treat—great for anyone curious about a classic Filipino dessert with ice cream and sweet beans. People consistently mention the warm, friendly welcome from the owners and staff and appreciate that the place … read full review

Headline: Morena Restaurant — Generous portions. Charred BBQ. Homey vibes. Restaurant Category: Casual Filipino eatery, $10–$18 per plate; combos/meals for two can be under $30. Menu Highlights: – Pork barbecue (tender with that charred, smoky flavor) – Sizzling pork sisig – Silog plates (tosilog, bangsilog, spamsilog) with fried/garlic rice – Halo-halo (surprisingly large) – Fried chicken – Lechon (mixed feedback) Service Highlights: – Big servings and solid value; many plates good for sharing – Quick turnaround for many orders – Small, cozy, homestyle dining room – Chef/cook sometimes greets tables, friendly vibe – Can get busy, especially later in the evening Notes: – Some diners mention inconsistent service: unsmiling cashier, no water or utensils brought, and tables not cleared – Vegetables often described as dry or bland – A few found certain dishes (silog, lechon) just okay or a bit pricey – A couple of folks felt there are better Filipino options nearby Logistics: – Accepts credit/debit cards – Dine-in available in a small space Paragraphs: Customers come for the generous servings, reasonable prices, and comfort-food vibe. The pork BBQ gets a lot of love for that tender, smoky char, and the sizzling pork sisig with garlic rice is a … read full review

Headline: Pinoy Pansitan — Tasty Filipino staples. Homey, no-frills vibe. Boodle fight available. Restaurant Category: Casual Filipino eatery, $12–$20 per combo; Boodle fight ~ $45 per person; Desserts $10–$15. Menu Highlights: – Boodle fight spread (mussels praised; longganisa included; bangus sometimes missing) – Lomi – Pancit (noted by some as lighter on portions lately) – Chicken inasal with rice – Breakfast combo (fried or steamed rice + two viands) – Halo-halo – Kutsinta and plantain-based desserts (quality varies) Service Highlights: – Friendly, efficient team; at-home vibe with Filipino news on TV – Wide variety of Filipino dishes; quick combo service – Group “boodle fight” experience offered – Advance dessert orders accommodated and ready for next-day pickup Notes: – Portions have gotten smaller for some items (especially pancit); rice portion felt limited during some boodle fights – Occasional cold dishes and tables needing better wipe-downs – Dessert consistency varies (e.g., underripe plantain, missing coconut on kutsinta) – Boodle fight execution can be uneven: missing items (e.g., bangus), not enough banana leaves, perceived low value for $45/head – Prices increased (~15%); occasional price confusion at the counter (e.g., halo-halo $10 vs $15) – Limited amenities: no high chair; limited French spoken per … read full review

Headline: PLENGKE (Ang Pamilihang Bayan ng Montreal) Halo-halo heaven. Karinderya comfort. Warm kababayan vibes. Restaurant Category: Casual Filipino karinderya + grocery market, about $10–$15 lunch combos; affordable plates and desserts. Menu Highlights: – Halo-Halo and Halo-Halo Special (creamy, refreshing, often praised as the best around) – Karinderya-style hot dishes with a budget lunch combo (2 mains, rice, drink ~ $12) – Silog breakfasts: garlic rice with tapa, longganisa, fried egg, Filipino hotdog – Fried chicken (juicy), pork skewers; chicken skewers are popular and can sell out – Filipino desserts and bakery finds from the market: Goldilocks cakes, Colet’s buko pie – Many items made fresh-to-order with notably fresh ingredients Service Highlights: – Clean, cozy dining area with a warm, welcoming atmosphere – Friendly, respectful staff who explain dishes and offer suggestions – Good portions at affordable prices – Combined grocery and dine-in setup with a wide selection of Filipino products – Lively weekend crowd; quieter on weekdays Notes: – Sundays can be crowded with waits for a table – Some grocery items may be cheaper at nearby markets – A few mentions of food not being hot enough or a hotdog needing more cook time – Popular items (like chicken … read full review

Headline: Restaurant Papa — Authentic turo-turo vibes. Big portions. Budget-friendly treats. Restaurant Category: Casual Filipino turo-turo (cafeteria-style); $10–$15 combo meals; hearty plates often under $30. Menu Highlights: – Crispy pata (standout favorite; super crispy outside, flavorful meat) – Turon (banana spring roll; not too sweet, a crowd favorite to-go) – Adobo (rich and flavorful) – Sinigang (nice sour tang) – Halo-halo (creamy, not overly sweet) – Two-dish combo with rice and drink (great value) – Sweet sticky rice in banana leaf (suman) – “Etat” dessert drink (colorful, light, sweet finish) Service Highlights: – Warm, friendly, and quick service; homey “tito/tita” hospitality – Turo-turo/karinderia setup with a wide selection of ready-made dishes – Dine-in: eat first then pay; takeout: pay upfront – Spacious, simple, no-frills room with tall ceilings; smells like home cooking – Convenient location Notes: – A few diners found some dishes on the mild/bland side compared to spicier or more heavily seasoned cuisines – One guest mentioned wishing for some renovations/upgrades – One hygiene concern noted (staff facial hair near the buffet line) – First-timers may find the turo-turo flow a bit confusing at first – Desserts like halo-halo and turon lean less sweet than some expect Paragraphs: … read full review