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At Gaia Restaurant, nestled in the heart of Montréal, a delightful journey through authentic Vietnamese cuisine awaits. Diners are welcomed into a warm, inviting atmosphere adorned with beautiful decor, setting the stage for a memorable meal. Highlights from the menu include the exquisitely tender Bœuf Sashimi, perfectly complemented by a vibrant ponzu sauce. The Salt and Pepper Tofu, with its delightful crunch, and the Deluxe Tonkinese Soup, featuring a rich, comforting broth, truly stand out. Customers rave about the generous portions, a testament to Gaia’s commitment to value for money. Whether it’s the succulent Grilled Beef with Salad or the flavor-packed Ailes De Poulet BBQ, each dish brims with authenticity and care. The attentive service, frequently described as sweet and family-oriented, enhances the overall experience, making diners feel right at home. Patrons like Matt Del Papa appreciate the personal touch, noting the owner's dedication to customer satisfaction, which is a rare find. Clean and family-friendly, Gaia Restaurant earns high praise for its huge portions, making it a haven for both casual diners and food enthusiasts alike. With each visit, guests leave with a smile and a desire to return, making Gaia a true gem in the Montreal dining scene.Photos
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Service options
- Curbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Reviews for Gaia Restaurant
Review highlights
Based on 430 reviewsGaia Restaurant in Montréal is widely praised for its authentic Vietnamese cuisine, generous portion sizes, and warm, inviting atmosphere. Customers frequently highlight the flavorful dishes such as salt and pepper shrimp, grilled beef, and various traditional soups and starters, noting the rich, comforting broths and well-balanced seasonings. The restaurant’s attentive and friendly service, often described as caring and personal, enhances the dining experience, making guests feel welcomed and valued. While prices may be slightly higher compared to other Vietnamese eateries, patrons appreciate the overall value given the quality and quantity of the food. The clean, family-friendly environment further contributes to its positive reputation among local diners.
2025-05-02: I highly recommend this restaurant! The food was excellent, very flavorful and authentic. The salt and pepper shrimp didn't even make it home they were so good! There was a misunderstanding with my order that caused some confusion on my part, but the owner personally reached out to clarify and resolve it. It's rare to see that level of passion and care.
From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by beautiful decor and a warm, inviting atmosphere. We started our meal with the Sashimi Beef, and I must say, the sauce was simply amazing—perfectly complementing the tender beef. The Salt and Pepper Tofu had great flavor and a delightful crunch. The Deluxe Tonkinese Soup was a highlight, featuring a delicious broth that was rich and comforting. We also enjoyed the Sauteed Chicken with Lemongrass, which came in a generous portion that was both filling and satisfying. To top it all off, the service was very sweet and attentive, adding to the overall positive experience.
Quiet little spot with the kindest waitress! The prices may look a bit steeper than other vietnamese places but it’s because the portions are HUGE They definitely don’t scale back on the quantity!
Was craving a juicy pork chop and found this cute little restaurant in the area. Very clean, very family-friendly, and good portions too. The waitress was very polite and recommended their special spring roll which I also enjoyed. 5/5 will come again
Great Vietnamese food and amazing service by the sweetest people. 100% recommend. GAIA is a place where they treat you like family. Starters are amazing! I feel in love with the Imperial Rolls and the Fried Calamari. The Pho broth has a nice aromatic taste and can pair with any protein. Grilled beef was amazing as well! Don’t forget to try their desserts! I took the tiramisu and I heard that this place serves a great fried banana.
If I could give it six stars today!!! Without a doubt, this was the best dining experience my husband and I had here in Montreal. The atmosphere is incredible and welcoming, perfect for families, couples, or friends who like a quieter atmosphere. The food is wonderful. It was the first time I ate Vietnamese food, we ordered the house combo and the fried calamari, they were delicious. They serve it calmly, it's not a place to go in a hurry, each dish is very well presented. We were very well served. The decor is charming in itself. Even the women's bathroom is lovely!!! We will certainly go back more often to try the other dishes. You can bring your own wine, a plus for those who enjoy wine. Seriously, if you live in Montreal, go check out this restaurant, I guarantee you won't regret it.
We came from Ottawa just to eat in Montreal. Excellent food, affordable price. Nice spacious restaurant with comfortable seating arrangements. Generous portion size. The rare beef salad with lime juice was very tasty and refreshing. The grill was perfectly cooked and flavourful. Will go back again.
Food was so yummy! You guys have to try fried chicken wings. It was so good. Super affordable price, generous quantity, kind service :) Definitely coming back
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Opening hours
- Monday 12:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Tuesday 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Wednesday (Today) 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Thursday 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday 12:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday 12:00 AM - 9:30 PM
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