Chez Liang – Starving Students, Rejoice!

There’s no doubt that Monkland village is a booming area of the city, located in N.D.G., just a few minutes west of downtown. Monkland Avenue is packed with small shops, bars and restaurants that are sure to offer something for pretty much everyone. As much as the strip is attractive, especially in the summer time, some good restaurants tend to be somewhat pricey. Fear not, for I’ve just discovered this great little joint located on Côte Saint-Luc, just a block north of Monkland, that offers some of the best Chinese food at a great price, called Chez Liang (also goes by the name Imperial).

I’ve actually walked in front of it many times and never thought much of the place since it always looked deserted. Apparently I was fooled; most of their customers grab their food to go, or even take advantage of their delivery service (however the delivery menu’s not as extensive). The interior decor is nothing spectacular, but sometimes those types of little family-run restaurants are the ones that offer the tastiest meals.
I had the General Tao chicken, which was some of the best I’ve ever had. And believe me, I’m a girl who loves her General Tao. Accompanied by a friend, the two of us ordered off their Table d’Hôte list which included a soup and spring roll. And get this, the bill cost 17$, total!

I forgot to mention the best part – it’s a BYOW! So really, there’s no reason not to go if you’re strapped for cash, are starving, and feel the need get tipsy over dinner. I can assure you, I’ll be eating there very often, and it’s not only because it’s located literally at the corner of my street… it’s because I’m cheap and can’t cook.