Reviews present Bawarchi as a lively spot where biryani is the star and portions are generous, with many dishes described as flavorful, authentic and well cooked, especially various biryani varieties and curries like butter chicken, lamb korma and shrimp. Praise for service and friendly staff is common, though some comments note slower service during peak hours and occasional mis-timed orders or missing items. Spice level is a recurring theme, with some dishes described as genuinely spicy and others noted as milder or adjustable, and overall food quality and value are repeatedly highlighted as strong. Several reviews compare the restaurant favorably to other Montreal Indian spots, calling it a top biryani destination and a reliable go-to for authentic flavors, while a few caveats include crowded seating, noise and room for better organization during rushes.
Nous avons découvert Bawarchi & ce fut une belle expérience culinaire. En entrée, nous avons choisi le hariyali chicken & le fish chili, tous deux savoureux & bien relevés. Ensuite, nous avons goûté plusieurs spécialités : le Hyderabadi dum biryani, le mutton ghee roast biryani, le spécial chicken Bawarchi biryani ainsi qu'un fish curry accompagné de riz. Pour adoucir le tout, les lassis à la mangue étaient délicieux & rafraîchissants.
La qualité des plats est indéniable : portions généreuses, assaisonnements précis & des saveurs authentiques qui rappellent vraiment l'Inde. En revanche, il faut noter que le niveau d'épices est assez élevé - même en étant d'origine indienne, j'ai trouvé certains plats très piquants. Heureusement, le lassi venait parfaitement équilibrer cette intensité.
Un endroit que je recommande sans hésiter pour les amateurs de vraie cuisine indienne, avec une mention spéciale pour leurs biryanis, qui sont tout simplement excellents.
Really love the food here. I have ordered a butter chicken as I cannot take any spicy food. Bayal has a great service helping my family recommending & picking food on the menu. It would be great if they have a colder air conditioning lol.
Aug 10, 2025
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I'm absolutely blown away by this restaurant! For its average price point, the sheer volume of quality food truly surpasses the competition. My butter chicken biryani bowl was incredibly flavorful, generously packed with chicken, & left me completely satisfied. Beyond the food, the ambiance also sets this place apart. It strikes a perfect balance, feeling sophisticated without sacrificing that cozy, inviting atmosphere. This is a truly great place!
Butter chicken was great, tikka masala a bit spicy but we were warned haha! Great service from Payel, would recommend this place. Especially the samosas were perfect. The small portion of rice is more than enough :)
We had goat dum biryani & it was extremely tasty & authentic. Also ordered garlic chicken not unique but Loved the flavour & quantity. The waitresses were quite friendly.
Ordered Palak Paneer Lamb Biryani & Butter chicken
Lovely location & sweet staff
Must try place .. got Indian vibes
The biryani was good yet needed some gravy & spices
Palak Panner stole the show with fresh butter Nans
Great food. The curry leaf chicken starter was very good. Spicy & fresh. We also ordered the goat biryani & were satisfied.
The hygiene of the place was not very good. They had kept the high chairs of kids just outside the washroom which was disappointing.
The store is popular for their Biriyani...
If you love spicy then go with their Ghee Roast Chicken/Egg biriyani. If you like non-spicy, then you will love their Nawabi or Mughlai Biryani.
Walking into Bawarchi feels a bit like stepping into a fish market-pun absolutely intended. It's loud, crowded, & the ambience isn't exactly what you'd call refined. But once you get past the chaos, you're in for a treat.
While the North Indian options are limited, everything we ordered was spot-on. The hariyali chicken was packed with flavor, the noodles were surprisingly delicious, & the dal was simple but satisfying. The staff, despite being swamped, remained responsive & efficient.
If you're looking for a calm, quiet dinner-this isn't the place. But if you're okay with a bustling setting & care more about food than aesthetics, Bawarchi delivers where it counts: on the plate.
Apr 22, 2025
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Absolutely incredible Indian food! It was so tasty & you get large portions for your money. I had the Butter Chicken Biryani & it was delicious! My mom loved her Chicken Tikka Masala. We will absolutely be back next time we're in Montreal.
Located near my university, this place became our go-to whenever we craved a decent biryani & some beer. Their Karvepakki Chicken Biryani is my favorite-flavorful & satisfying every time. The Chicken 65 is a perfect balance of spice, not too intense but still hits the spot. My Arabic & Canadian friends are big fans too! Proudly Indian, this spot offers authentic flavors that appeal to everyone, & it never disappoints. Definitely a place I always recommend!
Bawarchi serves incredible Indian cuisine! I tried the Chicken Chili & Special Chicken Biryani-both were bursting with authentic flavors. The Chicken Chili was perfectly spiced, while the Biryani had tender chicken & aromatic rice. Generous portions & excellent service make it a must-visit for Indian food lovers.
Delicious, authentic. Real spicy level & the biryani is excellent. Grains are well separated & the chicken pieces are rich & complex. The service is great as well. We went on a Friday night & it was super busy. There were only two girls & they did a phenomenal job. Surprising good beer selection too (local Knowlton brewery on tap)
We went to this restaurant after reading some good reviews,& also were craving for biryani. We ordered chilli fish, ghee roast kaju Chicken biryani,ghee roast kaju fish biryani . Everything tasted average, with out of balance flavors & spices crying out loud. Service was quick,but the major let down was a neighboring table with three very loud guests .
It's a great restaurant & would definitely recommend the Hyderabadi Dum Biryani Chicken. The staff is responsive & warm, I would definitely recommend to anyone who likes to have great food with sweet service by the staff. The ambience is a plus!!
