Ethan
Ethan 72 Rue De la Gauchetière O, Montréal
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Photo of Coco Z
17 Mar 2026
Source: Google
3.7

We ordered the BBQ pork duck rice, the BBQ pork chicken rice, plus the scallop shrimp dumpling dimsum. I’ve had lots of char siu, and it’s always one of my favourites. I love the glazed outside, sometimes a little charred, well-seasoned with BBQ sauce, a bit of fat, and usually served with extra sauce. It should be oily and have a nice colour. But this BBQ pork was plain, dry, and tough to chew, with no real seasoning and no oil. The duck was the same. The chicken, though, was good- mostly tender, oily, and juicy. The food came out quickly after we ordered, and the staff were nice to us. The dimsum, however, had way too thick dumpling skin, too starchy, not translucent or soft. It was just okay… I wouldn’t recommend the dimsum here. Overall, the meal was fine.

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Photo of Andy Gallay
9 Mar 2026
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5.0

I probably ate more than 30 times the same single thing there: BBQ pork with rice and vegetables.

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Photo of Jade P
8 Mar 2026
Source: Google
4.0

A solid spot in Chinatown if you’re looking for affordable Chinese food. The prices are very reasonable, which makes it a great option for a quick and casual meal. The dishes came out very quickly, which was nice when we were hungry and didn’t want to wait long. The flavors were good and satisfying — not overly fancy, but definitely tasty for the price. The staff were also quite friendly and welcoming, which made the experience pleasant. Overall, it’s a great value restaurant if you want simple Chinese food at a very good price. I would come back again for a quick meal in Chinatown. 👍

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Photo of Marie
2 Mar 2026
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4.7

Delicious food and very good service. I came here multiple times and will be back again! I truly recommend the red bean ice with cream as dessert.

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Photo of Paolo M
2 Mar 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Amazing food for the portions served. Friendly friendly service too. One of the best places in Chinatown.

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Photo of Nhu Y Ho
1 Mar 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Lovely service, amazing food, always fast and great. We always come back once in a while! Ethan no. 1 ! 🫰❤️

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Photo of Julian Day
26 Feb 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Wonderful food at a great price. Brings me fond memories of Hong Kong every time.

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Photo of Hayden Chen
24 Feb 2026
Source: Google
5.0

The food was good and big portions

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Photo of Wendy W
23 Feb 2026
Source: Google
4.3

I think that because of their vast menu not all of their dishes are their forte. Having come here multiple times, I can say that their Peking duck, soft rice rolls, satay beef fried noodles and milk tea are delicious. Don't bother ordering fruit flavoured bubble tea or pad Thai, it isn't the best they have. Regarding the service, they have place for improvement. Recently, it's gotten better from past visits though so I think they're going in the right direction.

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Photo of Fredy Yamid Arciniegas
23 Feb 2026
Source: Google
4.7

Pretty good food, good service and excellent price 😁😁 My preferred place in the Quartier chinois

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Photo of Rachel Victor
22 Feb 2026
Source: Google
2.0

I did not appreciate being pressured into paying a tip. While I understand gratuity policies, I believe they should be clearly communicated before billing. Customers should not feel uncomfortable. Honestly, this experience has left a negative impression on me. The food was average too.

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Photo of Robert Heikaus
21 Feb 2026
Source: Google
4.3

Great experience eating there with my kids hickey team. The food was fast, easy, delicious, and affordable. They were very kid friendly and had wonderful service. Often a team dinner with 20 people can take hours and become a total hassle. The restaurant Ethan team made it easy abd even provided complimentary desserts for our kids. Thank you!

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Photo of Kimberly H
13 Feb 2026
Source: Google
5.0

We are so happy that we dined here. They were able to accommodate our large group without notice and they took our orders with patience and ease. They were so friendly and helpful. And the service was fast. I had the shrimp wonton soup and the broth was light and flavorful and the shrimp wontons were delicious. I also highly recommended #52 Beef with Black Pepper Sauce and #145 Satay Beef Ramen Soup. For dessert we had the sesame balls and they were perfect.

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Photo of Snuker the 2nd account
7 Feb 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Good food, definitely a top 3 restaurant i've been in this year. The chopsticks are quality!

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Photo of Vhen Noriel
3 Feb 2026
Source: Google
2.0

I have been a regular customer at Ethan for quite some time. I dine in and order takeout frequently, around three to four times a month, because they serve good food at an affordable price and the restaurant is only a few minutes’ walk from my place. It has always been my go to Chinese restaurant in Chinatown. However, after my most recent experience, I decided never to eat there again. During my visit, a homeless man entered the restaurant. He appeared extremely hungry and stood quietly, staring at the food. He eventually approached the serving area and touched a plate, though he did not touch the food itself. The servers immediately noticed him and scolded him, after which he sincerely apologized. The cashier then charged him for touching the plate, which I understand is reasonable. That said, if I had been in their position, I would have chosen to offer him food out of sympathy and basic human decency. The man apologized again and paid for the food using what appeared to be his last few dollars. After paying and receiving his meal, he attempted to sit down, but the server refused and insisted that he leave the restaurant. Feeling frustrated and humiliated after being treated this way despite paying for his food, the man threw the meal on the ground and walked out. While I agree that his reaction was wrong, I can understand the emotions behind it given how he was treated. Unfortunately, the food landed near me and the sauce splashed all over my jacket. The servers witnessed the entire incident, yet I did not receive a single apology or any acknowledgment. Because of this experience, I made the decision to never return to this restaurant, despite being a loyal and frequent customer for a long time.

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Photo of Chonlada R
3 Feb 2026
Source: Google
4.7

The congee and shrimp wonton soup taste just like what you get in Hong Kong. Very delicious and authentic. Highly recommended!

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Photo of Juliana Azedo
1 Feb 2026
Source: Google
5.0

If you are feeling charitable this is the best place for you!! The food is soooo cheap (10 dumplings for 7$) it’s perfect for feeding the homeless. The portions are large, and their take out containers are sooo transportable. I got 20 dumplings, two soups, a bowl of rice and a heaping plate of orange chicken doused in a thick thick saw. Take my word for it, don’t bother trying the food; just give it to the homeless.

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Photo of Hamed
21 Jan 2026
Source: Google
1.0

I went to this restaurant twice. Both times I ordered the same dish, and both times the duck was cold and the rice was cold! Even though the second time I told the waitress in advance that my food had been cold last time, they still brought me cold food again. After I complained, they just reheated it in the microwave! And the funniest part was that the chef—who was Chinese man—was sitting at a table right in front of me eating freshly cooked rice with steam coming off it!!! It’s really unacceptable when customers are treated as just a source of income instead of guests. I definitely won’t be coming back. No wonder this place has a low rating.

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Photo of Savannah Wylie
6 Jan 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Anyone who is looking for something quick and delicious to eat, come here!!! First off the service is wonderful everyone is super friendly and the atmosphere is great. Secondly the wait time to order food and to get it on the table was less than 10 minutes. Not only is this place super affordable as the pricing has extreme value as you can get 18 pork dumplings for only $10!! As well as a LARGE bubble tea for $4.50.(Super delicious and house made!) The food was amazing, the general tao chicken was super delicious and crispy. If you’re in the area and you’re looking for something affordable and delicious I heavily recommend coming here!!

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  • Sunday 11:00 - 22:00
  • Monday 11:00 - 22:00
  • Tuesday 11:00 - 22:00
  • Wednesday 11:00 - 22:00
  • Thursday 11:00 - 22:00
  • Friday 11:00 - 22:00
  • Saturday 11:00 - 22:00

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