Sesame - Bistro Asiatique
Montreal
Try their signature slush cocktails on a Thursday evening for a refreshing experience.
Sésame - Bistro Asiatique is a Montreal favorite, offering a diverse range of Asian-inspired dishes in a cozy setting at 305 Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest. The bistro caters to various tastes and dietary preferences, making it an ideal spot for any occasion. Whether diners crave sweet or savory, spicy or mild, light or filling meals, Sésame has options to suit everyone, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free alternatives.
The restaurant is known for prioritizing the freshness and quality of its ingredients. By enhancing natural flavors without added monosodium glutamate, Sésame offers a delightful twist on classic dishes. Patrons can enjoy meals on-site or opt for takeaway, with flexible ordering options to suit their needs.
Sésame also provides a variety of beverages, offering a selection of beers, slushes, cocktails—both alcoholic and non-alcoholic—alongside privately imported wines, bubbles, and sake. This diverse drink menu complements the vibrant atmosphere, featuring a blend of traditional and modern Asian decor.
While the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, the attention to detail in service and presentation ensures a memorable dining experience. Sésame is perfect for families, groups of friends, or anyone looking to enjoy a refined yet approachable Asian dining experience in Montreal.
Reviews
Good restaurant!! Food was delicious, service was good, just lots of fruit flies flying around it was very bizarre. Overall very good though.
We sat on the patio, and enjoyed the social energy of the plaza. The service was friendly and attentive. The menu was in English or French. The food was fresh and delicious! Along with a full bar menu, they offered unique (and very tasty) mocktails! The shrimp Tempura was light and flavorful. The Mini Poke Bowl, which had salmon, was balanced and the salmon was perfect. Would highly recommend a visit!
We had a reservation, and were seated right away. The staff were friendly and efficient. It was busy so it took a bit longer for things to get to us but overall with the amount of people there they did an amazing job. Food was ok, my daughter is gluten sensitive so she had the butter chicken and she liked it. It was more rice and vegetables than chicken but it was ok. I had their special ramen of the month and again ok but it was also more broth than ramen. Flavors were ok though. Drinks were delicious though so points for that. Overall my most expensive meal in Montreal so far but good experience for the night.
We were looked after by Aglaé & Carl. Both were efficient and friendly. They respected our request to enjoy our cocktails before ordering the food. I ordered the small Thai Coco soup and the peanut butter wonton. Both were delicious as were the drinks. The Orange wine was a nice find. Reasonably priced considering the location. It was my first visit and won't be my last !
The vibes were so nice. Beautiful decorations. Food was really goood tooo! And service was one of the best we had. Our server had many tables but he made sure that he checked on us constantly. Didnt have to wait long either. Meals we got: dumpling with peanut sauce beef teriyaki stir fry with fried rice sesame and orange beef molten lava cake with vanilla ice cream.
