Pichai
Thai restaurant · Pere-Marquette ·
Succulent Isan grilled meats, herby salads, natural wine
Succulent Isan grilled meats, herby salads, natural wine
"Like other forward-looking kitchens in the city, this establishment sources arctic char from a local aquaculture operation that raises antibiotic-free fish in tanks and provides same-day deliveries or maple-wood–smoked product, reflecting a broader trend of close farm-to-plate relationships." - Taras Grescoe
"Tamarind, chilis, salted egg yolks, and lots of ginger and garlic are what keep Pichai, the Isaan-focused sister restaurant of curry counter Pumpui, going strong at the southern end of the Plaza Saint-Hubert. Trust the staff on the daily specials, which can include fried shrimp toast with patchwork pepper sriracha and snail salad with peanuts, lemongrass, and betel leaves. We love any of their riffs on som tam (the summer version with corn is something we dream about all year) and the Thai tea tiramisu: layers of sponge cake soaked in milky tea and coated in crunchy toasted coconut. The wine list is full of macerations and bubbles, local ciders, and beer to match those sour, pungent, spicy flavors served on classic Thai enamel plates." - ivy lerner frank
"Tamarind, chilis, salted egg yolks, and lots of ginger and garlic are what keep Pichai, the Isaan-focused sister restaurant of curry counter Pumpui, going strong at the southern end of the Plaza Saint-Hubert. Trust the staff on the daily specials, which can include fried shrimp toast with patchwork pepper sriracha and snail salad with peanuts, lemongrass, and betel leaves. We love any of their riffs on som tam (the summer version with corn is something we dream about all year) and the Thai tea tiramisu: layers of sponge cake soaked in milky tea and coated in crunchy toasted coconut. The wine list is full of macerations and bubbles, local ciders, and beer to match those sour, pungent, spicy flavours served on classic Thai enamel plates." - Ivy Lerner-Frank
"This Thai restaurant from the owners of curry shop Pumpui focuses on foods from the Isaan region, so expect a lot of sour, pungent, and spicy dishes. There’s a great drinks list full of natural wines, local microbrews, and Québec ciders that can stand up to all the chilies, garlic, and shallots. The sleek space has tavern glass carving up nooks for cozy date nights and booths big enough for groups, with a long bar for solo diners and couples. There’s definitely a grill focus, including pork neck and yu choy greens and a whole trout slathered in herbs, but don’t miss any seasonal twist on som tam—their summer version with corn is something we dream about all year. End your meal with Pichai’s delicious Thai tea tiramisu that comes with layers of sponge cake soaked in milky tea and coated in crunchy toasted coconut." - ivy lerner frank, team infatuation
"From the talents that brought standout curry shop Pumpui to Little Italy, this St-Hubert Street homerun also spotlights Thai flavors but in a more formal, wine bar-esque setting. Pichai’s menu is all about succulent Isan grilled meats and herby salads, including options like kor moo yang (spicy pork collar with iced greens), choo chee pla (grilled swordfish in red curry sauce), and laab ped (a minced duck salad with grilled duck hearts). An exquisite Thai tea-infused tiramisu coated in coconut, an exciting natural wine list, and daily specials round out the offering at Eater Montreal’s 2021 Restaurant of the Year." - Valerie Silva
