Bawarchi is described as a go to for authentic Indian flavors with generous portions and especially standout biryani that many call the best in Montreal, offering a wide range from Hyderabadi dum biryani to Karuvepaku and Nawabi styles and a variety of curries like butter chicken and lamb korma. The food is repeatedly praised for rich, balanced spice and high quality, with many saying the dishes feel homely and well prepared. The atmosphere is warm and inviting but can be loud and crowded, particularly at night, and service can become slow or disorganized during peak hours though staff generally remain friendly and helpful with recommendations. Several reviews highlight attentive service and helpful guidance on spice levels, while a few note instances of missing items or delays in phone or dine in orders that were later resolved. Overall the consensus is that Bawarchi delivers delicious, flavorful biryani and Indian classics at good value, making it a reliable choice for biryani lovers and Indian food enthusiasts despite occasional dining room noise and service bottlenecks.
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!
I just had the most amazing dine in experience from service to food, everything is top notch. Place is clean, no loud music unlike some other restaurants, service is fast & food is 10/10.
Mar 8, 2025
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Great service great food great staff. We had beer, paneer biryanis, paneer starter. Staff was great & provided great service. The atmosphere was nice. Vibe of the place matched with pleasant ness.
I used to be a regular customer at this restaurant, & my favorite dish was the Paneer Guntur Biryani. However, for the last three times, I've noticed that it barely contains more than three pieces of paneer.
Taste-wise, it's still good, but when you're paying for paneer biryani, you expect a fair amount of paneer not just rice. Hopefully, they will consider this feedback & improve the portion size.
Mar 1, 2025
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Went to this restaurant expecting a nice, relaxing meal after a long day, but apparently, it's also moonlighting as a nightclub. We were seated right next to a blaring speaker, & despite politely requesting a volume adjustment (or at least a better music selection), nothing was done. Because, of course, why would a dine-in restaurant prioritize an enjoyable dining experience? If you love eating your meal while being force-fed ear-splitting Bollywood remixes, this is your place. Otherwise, maybe pick a spot that understands people come to restaurants to eat, not attend an unsolicited DJ set.
The best Indian restaurant in downtown in my opinion.
One thing I'd like to share is, the background music was quite loud, & when we requested a volume reduction, the staff seemed to take it negatively rather than considering the customer's comfort. It would be great if such requests were received with understanding rather than defensiveness.
Feb 22, 2025
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I visited Bawarachi in Montreal, & the biryani was absolutely heavenly! The flavors were rich & authentic, making it one of the best I've had. Definitely planning to visit again-highly recommended for biryani lovers!
The ambiance is warm & inviting, & while the place gets busy during peak hours, the service remains friendly & attentive. Bawarchi Indian Cuisine is a must-visit for Indian food lovers.
Feb 6, 2025
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Visited this place 2 times in a week . Weekend specials are dum biryani .we got the mutton dum biryani , as it was the least spicy options , there are a variety of options as per your spice level . For starters we ordered fish chilli , which was almost Mumbai style . On a week day visit we had a baby corn starter , mutton ghee roast biryani .. ordered the lime soda , the first time i got without masala , the 2nd time with masala . So I would advise to specify , if you are not looking for a surprise .
I am South Indian from Chicago. This is, hands down, the best Indian restaurant in the USA that I've tried! Flavors are perfect. Spice is perfect. INCREDIBLE! I wish our Indian restaurants in Chicago & Devon competed with this!
