Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour
Montreal, Canada

Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour

Outty Ranking 68 5.0 · 24 traveler reviews4.5 hoursFrom $131
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68/100

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5.0/5

Based on 24 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour worth booking?

Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour is a 4.5-hour experience in Montreal, Canada, from $131 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 24 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
68 / 100
Rating
5/5 (24)
Duration
4.5 hours
From
$131 per person

On this guided walking tour, you'll explore the evolution of of Montreal’s Chinatown, from its pre-Chinatown beginnings to the current mix of people, food and businesses. Learn about the history and impacts of the different waves of immigration and immigration policies, while discovering the food, and stories of local chefs, merchants and colorful characters.

What you get

    About this experience

    On this guided walking tour, you'll explore the evolution of of Montreal’s Chinatown, from its pre-Chinatown beginnings to the current mix of people, food and businesses. Learn about the history and impacts of the different waves of immigration and immigration policies, while discovering the food, and stories of local chefs, merchants and colorful characters.

    What's included

    Included

    • Light refreshments
    • Professional guide
    • Snacks
    • Lunch 12-courses

    Not included

    • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
    • Gratuities
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Transportation to/from attractions

    What you'll see and do

    1. Chinatown

      This 4hour tour scratches the veneer and gets beyond Chinatown's facade to taste its best treasures! Visit seven food tasting stops and explore the history of Chinatown and its local characters. After meeting at Place d'armes in Old Montreal, your guide will give a brief overview of the history of Montreal. Then take a short stroll to Chinatown. If there are children in the tour group, you'll make a stop at the water garden at the Chinese Holiday Inn. Head to the largest Chinese grocery store in Chinatown, learn about its history and take time to look around and shop. Afterwards, enjoy a Bahn Mi sandwich and learn how to make this local treat. Next, enjoy a quick bite of szechuan, Dongbei and Hunan food, while tasting some crispy pork, BBQ pork and duck. Then follow your guide to a classic Hong Kong style dimsum. Eat a fortune cookie and learn about the oldest business in Chinatown that makes them! Afterwards, taste Chinese pastries at a Cantonese bakery, try some famous dragon's beard candy and finish off with high quality tea from a Montreal based company with farms in Southern China. You will be very full at the end of this tour. Step into a different world that you may have never found on your own!

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    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Montreal

    We will be at the bottom of the Monument to de Maisonneuve with black and white bags with orange writing on them. If the weather is really bad, we will meet under the overhang of the Notre-dame basilica.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Options you can book

    • Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour

    • Private Chinatown Food Tour

      Private Tour: This option is exclusively for private tours (4 guests maximum)

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    de, en, fr
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Round Table Food Tours

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • When you go to shops, any purchases you make above and beyond the tour are your responsibility.
    • Your local tour operator will provide ponchos in case of rain but you need to dress appropriately for the weather otherwise.
    • You'll be provided a bottle of water and a juice in the summer as well as a choice of a dessert or bubble tea at the end and tea
    • There is a 30 minutes of walking
    • There is also some time outside and in the winter, Montreal weather in winter can be quite cold

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 24 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    9 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    8 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    7 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Good for families

    2 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Pace and timing

    2 mentions

    Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    Traveler reviews

    24 verified traveler reviews for Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    243spenceh · August 2026

    A must-do in Montreal: Melissa’s Chinatown food tour

    Melissa’s Chinatown food tour was a highlight of our trip to Montreal! She has a deep knowledge of the neighborhood and does a wonderful job weaving the history of the community with the food served at each stop, so the tour never felt like just a list of restaurants. She also made it genuinely engaging for our teenager, which isn’t easy to do with a history-heavy tour. She was incredibly generous with her time and never rushed us. Highly recommend if you're looking for both good food and context on the neighborhood. Five stars.

    Response from the operator: Thanks so much Spence. Tou guys were the bees knees and you really saw the apex of Montreal in the summer: Pride, Comicon, Under Pressure. You really saw the city at its finest! It was a great time to be in Chinatown! It's so nice when enthusiasm is shared! All the best!

    via Tripadvisor

    Victor_P · December 2025

    Great time! Fun group...

    Great time! Fun group of people and excellent food. We experienced a lot of different types of food in Chinatown.

    Response from the operator: Yay! Thanks so much Victor. So nice to have you on the tour. You were troopers in the cold. Luckily the restaurants were cozy with delicious food! I appreciate the review! All the best!

    via Viator

    Lisa S · October 2024

    A Very Informational tour

    Fun time- Great tour! Tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and kind. A good amount of food, we were definitely full :)

    Response from the operator: Thanks Lisa. :) I'm glad you enjoyed it. All the best.

    via Tripadvisor

    jenniferdT2104XL · September 2024

    Well balanced culture/history + food tour

    Excellent tour guide, with extensive knowledge of the city's history, but also culinary details and culture. This food tour isn't just about food, it's about Chinatown's culture and history first, with food to pair with this information. It's a great mix should you like both walking tours and food tours. There is a good quantity of food, in 3 main sit-down locations + a few bites while walking, but it's mainly in the second part of the tour, the first is mainly a historical/cultural walking tour. This is different from most food tours I've been on, so to be noted if you want food, food, food and only food. For me, it was a super balance, so I'm super happy!

    Response from the operator: Thanks Jennifer! It means a lot from someone so well-travelled and who has toured so extensively!! It also means a lot on a day when all the participants were Montrealers!!! Thanks for coming and reviewing!!

    via Tripadvisor

    Marielle_W · December 2022

    Fabulous and delicious!

    Amazing tour! Food stops were phenomenal and the history added a deeper understanding of the area I had never explored even though my family is still in the area!

    Response from the operator: Thank you Marielle! I appreciate the great review!

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    4.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $131 to $512
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    8
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Round Table Food Tours, who run 6 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 59.6.

    See everything Round Table Food Tours runs

    Why this scores 68

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)89
    Review evidence (18% weight)42
    Booking momentum (14% weight)33
    Value for money (12% weight)76
    Listing quality (10% weight)66
    Local standing (8% weight)73
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Montreal.

    How much does Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $131 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Montreal usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour take?

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    Plan for about 4.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Montreal is not rushed.

    Is Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 24 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Montreal, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour?

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    Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Montreal can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Montreal and add a light layer if any part of the 4.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Montreal within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Montreal?

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    On Outty we rank every Montreal experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Old Montreal Walking Tour | Small Group (Max 10) | by MTL Detours, The Original Montreal Mural Arts Tour by Spade & Palacio, Montreal Mile End Food Tour with Bagel, Poutine and 7 Tastings. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Montreal?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Montreal?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour?

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    Included: Light refreshments; Professional guide; Snacks; and Lunch 12-courses. Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase); Gratuities; Hotel pickup and drop-off; and Transportation to/from attractions. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour?

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    We will be at the bottom of the Monument to de Maisonneuve with black and white bags with orange writing on them. If the weather is really bad, we will meet under the overhang of the Notre-dame basilica. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour offered in?

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    It is offered in German, English and French. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Montreal. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour?

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    Across 24 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, knowledge and storytelling, the guide. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    What booking options are available for Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including Under the Surface of Montreal's Chinatown: Guided Food Walking Tour, Private Chinatown Food Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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