PICHAI serves Modern Isaan Thai in Montréal, with Canada’s 100 Best ranking it No. 25 in 2025 and No. 36 in 2026.
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- Address
- 5985 Rue St-Hubert, Montréal, QC H2S 2L8, Canada
- Phone
- +1 514-419-1606
- Website
- pichai.biz
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Modern Isaan Thai on Rue St-Hubert
Modern Isaan Thai anchors PICHAI at 5985 Rue St-Hubert. Dinner, casual dress, upscale casual service, and leisurely pacing make it fit a planned evening rather than a tight schedule.
Duck laab with natural wine
Duck laab with duck hearts, whole fried arctic char in tamarind-chili sauce, and pork collar show the kitchen’s range. Natural wine, an extensive wine list, and sommelier-led guidance frame the table around bottles.
Canada’s 100 Best No. 25 and No. 36
Canada’s 100 Best ranked the restaurant No. 25 in 2025 and No. 36 in 2026. That sustained national recognition is the clearest credential for diners weighing it against other dinner plans.
- fried fish balls with sweet chilli
- duck laab with duck hearts
- soft-boiled fried egg in sweet-and-sour sauce
- whole fried arctic char in tamarind-chili sauce
- pork collar
- scallops
The Quick Read
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| PICHAI | Pere-Marquette, Modern Isaan Thai | $$$$ | |
| Moretti William | Vieux Montréal, Modern Italian Pizzeria | $$$$ | |
| L'Autre Saison | $$$$ | Golden Square Mile, Classic French Bistro | |
| Jatoba | Centre-Ville, Modern Japanese Fusion | $$$$ | |
| Mignon Steak Vieux-Montréal | $$$$ | Vieux Montréal, Classic Steak Frites Bistro | |
| Bar St-Denis | $$$ | La Petite-Italie, Modern French Bistro with Middle Eastern Influences |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Canada's 100 Best Restaurants #36
Canada's 100 Best
Canada's 100 Best Restaurants #25
Canada's 100 Best
At a Glance
- Lively
- Energetic
- Trendy
- Modern
- Date Night
- Group Dining
- Celebration
- Special Occasion
- Open Kitchen
- Standalone
- Natural Wine
- Extensive Wine List
- Sommelier Led
- Local Sourcing
- Natural Wine
- Sustainable Seafood
- Farm To Table
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 5–10:30 PM
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 5–10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 5–10:30 PM
- Friday
- 5–10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 5–10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 5–10:30 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Sleek, boisterous dining room with tight table spacing, dark lighting, energetic music, and a lively mood that feels intimate yet lively.