Name: Bawarchi
Address: 1249 Bishop St, Montreal, Montreal, QC, H3G 2E2, CA
Telephone: +1-5146605678
Price range: $ & $$
Rating: 4.5

Bawarchi

Good food is always cooking! Go ahead, order some yummy items from the menu.

Downtown

$ & $$

CLOSEDOpens Today at 11:30 am

Monday	11:30 am - 10:30 pm
Tuesday	11:30 am - 10:30 pm
Wednesday	11:30 am - 10:30 pm
Thursday	11:30 am - 10:30 pm
Friday	11:30 am - 11 pm
Saturday	11:30 am - 11 pm
Sunday	11:30 am - 10:30 pm

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.

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Mahendhar

5.0

I just visited Bawarchi, & I'm glad I did! The food was absolutely delicious. The chicken biryani was perfectly balanced with spices. The ambience was cozy & welcoming, & the staff were super friendly & helpful. They made great recommendations. If you are looking for amazing Indian food, I highly recommend this place.

Dec 8, 2024

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Rishi

I recently visited this restaurant & was blown away by the exceptional food quality & taste-it truly exceeded my expectations. The atmosphere was warm & inviting, making it the perfect place to unwind after a long day. However, what truly made the evening unforgettable was the incredible service. A special shoutout to Bindu, the host who welcomed me with such grace & a radiant smile. Her professionalism, kindness, & attention to detail added a unique charm to the entire experience. Bindu, you're not just a great host-you're the heart of the place! Thank you for making my visit so special. I'll definitely be coming back, not just for the amazing food but for the lovely vibe as well.

Cannan

Food is awesome... Tables are wobbly though. But you will forget it when the food arrives...

Dec 3, 2024

Ramandeep

Best service & food . Specially shakshi give a best service & help to recommend food . Must come again

Dec 2, 2024

Amazing food & service. Love coming back.

Dec 1, 2024

Saifee

Visited from the states. Amazing indian food & family loved the hospitality. Ambur biryani was so authentic. Highly recommend this place.

Sriram

Regular customer to Bawarchi, Its the best biriyani in the town !

Nov 26, 2024

Sanjeda

The ghee mutton biryani & gulab jamun were excellent! Just a heads-up, their medium spice level is quite intense-more like extra spicy.

Showren

A Flavourful Experience with Generous Portions & a Cozy Atmosphere.

Nov 24, 2024

Yuktha

Food was very good..

Léa

Great!

Nov 11, 2024

Michael

The food was made quickly & tasted great. Had a palak paneer & a lamb korma (spicy!). The seating area maybe needs a bit of a makeover, like chairs with loose legs... but the decorations are nice. Staff very friendly. I would eat here regularly if I lived here.

Nov 10, 2024

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Great service & delicious food

Sojitra

I recently dined, & the experience was elevated by the incredible service provided by Umang. He went above & beyond to ensure everything was perfect, from recommending the best dishes to checking in just the right amount. His attention to detail & friendly demeanor made us feel genuinely welcome. It's rare to find someone so dedicated to making sure guests have a memorable experience. Kudos to Umang for his outstanding service

Rajkumar

4.0

Great service

Marcel

amazing experience.

Nov 3, 2024

Eric

If your looking for amazing Indian food in montreal this is a must stop

Lola

Everything is perfectly cooked.Putha rekvlu is a great dessert. Wouldn't recommend chicken 65- a bit overcooked

Nischal

Really great food !

Jasmine

Food & service was really good!

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