Kim Hour

Kim Hour is the kind of place you stumble into once and end up adding to your regular rotation. Situated on a busy stretch of Saint-Michel, this family-run restaurant serves up a pan-Asian menu that spans Cambodian, Chinese, Thai, and Singaporean classics. It’s a rare find in Montreal for Phnom Penh noodles and one of the few spots that still does hot beef ragu with the kind of bold flavours that demand a strong bottle—luckily, it’s BYOB.

The portions are generous, the prices undercut most competitors, and dishes like salt-and-pepper squid, fried chicken, and lemongrass stir-fries regularly draw big, hungry crowds. It’s also a go-to for local families hosting big gatherings, from birthdays to baby showers. The service can be hit-or-miss depending on how busy it gets, but the warmth and hustle from the team, especially long-time staffers like Allan, keep people coming back. If you’re craving big flavours and even bigger plates, Kim Hour delivers.