Ultimate Pakistani restaurant best for family and friends get together, parties & celebrations, business lunches, conferences, marketing & promotional launches, press conferences and many more.
Overall, reviews describe Bismillah restaurant as a reliable source of authentic Pakistani and halal cuisine with generous portions, fresh ingredients, and reasonable prices, where dishes such as chicken karahi, nihari, haleem, lahori fish, biryani, and chapli kebab stand out, along with naan and a variety of kebabs. The service is repeatedly praised as warm, attentive, and welcoming, with a hospitable atmosphere and staff that make guests feel at home; the owner is noted for personal welcome and helpful recommendations. The ambiance is described as clean and cozy, with some comments about a recent interior refresh, and travelers from other cities say the restaurant is worth the trip. Some mentions of wait times reflect the care put into cooking fresh each dish, which is seen as worth the wait. In sum, Bismillah restaurant is recommended for authentic, affordable Pakistani food, especially karahi, biryani, chargha, and kebabs, with a focus on quality, flavor, and hospitality.
As a truck driver who's always on the road, I can tell you, they served the best chicken karahi I ever had. The quantity & the quality of the food was top notch. The staff was amazing & provided exceptionally great service.
Jan 12, 2026
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Such a great pakistani place! The owner Mr. Farhan was very welcoming. We had the chicken chapli kebab & the veal karahi with naan - it was so good! Great portions & perfectly seasoned. We are definitely coming back!
A hidden gem in MtL. Authentic taste that reminds me of Pakistan. To top all of that, super humble & welcoming staff. Be prepared to wait for the food as they prepare it fresh which is totally worth the wait. Their karahi, nihari, haleem & lahori fish are absolute must.
We tried the restaurant for the first time today & ordered Karahi, Haleem, Lahore fish, naan & everything was excellent. The portions were generous & the spices were on point & not overbearing or oily. We'll be back soon! IA.
It was an exceptional experience dining here! The Chicken Koila Karahi was bursting with flavor, the naans were freshly baked & perfectly soft, & the fried rice & seekh kababs were cooked to perfection. Everything tasted fresh & authentic. Highly recommended!
Oct 29, 2025
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Visited the restaurant with my family & we all had a very pleasant experience! The restaurant itself was very clean & had a very cozy atmosphere. The food was really good specifically the karahi & the bbq options that they serve, reminded us of home. Would definitly recommened this place if youre looking for authentic & halal pakistani food. The staff is really nice & welcoming as well!
Very tasty food.
We were visiting montreal for a short while & decided to give Bismillah Halal restaurant a try. They were very welcoming. The food was delicious. The price was very reasonable. We ordered chapli kebab & biryani. Both were very good. I wanted biryani to be a little spicy, but while placing an order on the phone, I told them i am with little kids, which is why they kept spices mild (which I really appreciate). The chapli kebab had a good amount of meat, were juicy, & very tasty. The prices were cheaper than what we get in the GTA.
The owner also asked us to visit again before leaving & try their special karahi. We really wanted to but somehow didn't get the time to go there again. We're back in the GTA but we still talk about those chapli kababs & that we should've tried the karahi too..
Maybe next time.
We select this restaurant randomly for a lunch when we were on our way back to Toronto
Food quality was amazing & surprisingly the price was very cheap compared to Mississauga. If we order the same dish ( veal Karahi ) here the price would be around ~$60 but the price was only $16.
I would highly recommend everyone to visit this place when you go to Montreal
Thanks to the owner of this restaurant & may Allah pak bless you
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Jamil Hussain
We visited from Toronto to Montreal & came to Bismillah Restaurant. Our waiter, Abi, was so kind & welcoming, & after our dinner we had the pleasure of meeting the owner Farhan & the chef Ali - both amazing people who made us feel right at home.
We ordered the Biryani, Chicken Kabob, Whole Chicken, & Chicken Achari Karahi - & every single dish was absolutely delicious. The food was so good that my 6-year-old daughter, who normally never eats chicken kabob, ended up eating two pieces - we even had to order more!
The hospitality, service, & food quality were excellent. I highly recommend trying this place!
Aug 24, 2025
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We're regular customers at Bismillah's & are never disappointed. The new décor at the restaurant is beautifully done, adding a fresh touch to an already great spot. The food is always spot on-our absolute favourites are the Beef Ginger Karahi, Chargha, & Beef Seekh Kababs. Their naans are to die for-always fresh & perfectly soft. Service is consistently excellent. This time we were greeted by Moiz, who was extremely courteous & efficient, making the experience even more enjoyable. Overall, another superb visit. Highly recommended!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bismillah Halal Restaurant - A Hidden Gem in Montreal!
We had an incredible lunch experience at Bismillah Halal Restaurant. The moment we sat down, we were welcomed with warm hospitality & top-notch customer service.
We started with their fresh naan, straight from the tandoor-soft, fluffy, & just the right amount of crispness. The chicken karahi was a standout dish-cooked fresh to order with bold, authentic spices & tender chicken. Absolutely packed with flavor!
We also tried the chapli kabob, which was clearly freshly made & perfectly seasoned. You can really taste the care put into each dish.
To wrap up our meal, we ordered their chaye, & wow, it was out of this world!
Highly recommend this spot if you're craving authentic Pakistani food in Montreal. Will definitely be coming back!
I came all the way from Brampton to try Bismillah Halal Restaurant-& it was 100% worth the trip! The Chargha Chicken was absolutely amazing-juicy, tender, & full of smoky flavor. The Beef Ginger Karahi was incredibly delicious, with just the right amount of spice & depth. Both are must-try dishes! The Garlic Naan was also a standout-soft, fresh, & perfectly seasoned. If you're a fan of authentic Pakistani food, this place is a hidden gem that's totally worth the drive!
