Bombay Mahal Express

Mohannad

5.0

This place was a recent discovery while I was walking through the MURAL Festival, & what a find it was. I wish I had photos to share, but you'll just have to take my word for it… everything was absolutely delicious.

The samosas are a must-order. They come with a spicy date chutney & a refreshing yogurt-mint sauce, both of which complement them perfectly. We also tried the potato patties topped with chickpeas, similar to aloo gobi chaat?, but elevated with caramelized onions & sweet pickled cabbage that added incredible flavor & texture.

What makes this spot even better is how affordable it is, especially considering its prime location. The staff were incredibly kind, welcoming, & genuinely passionate about what they do, which made the experience even more enjoyable.

& don't even get me started on the mango lassi. It was absolutely decadent: rich, refreshing, perfectly sweet, & tasted completely natural with no artificial flavors. At only $4, it might just be one of the best deals in the city.

I highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area. It's the kind of place you'll want to come back to again & again.
Reminded me of the indian street food I had in Bangkok, Thailand.

Lisa

5.0

My go to Indian, hole in the wall. It used to be owned by the main restaurant on Jean Talon, but it's been sold off…but the food recipes remained pretty much the same. Atmosphere is to be desired so take out is the best option if you live in the area. The service at counter is comparable. Manage your expectations for the price point & atmosphere. However, they have always been efficient & never rude or disrespectful. Just efficient & consistent which is pretty good. Butter chicken is the best option. But almost everything is good. Portion size has somewhat gone down over the years but it's still a lot of food for a thali. Bonus small samosa is a plus. So if you want to no fuss affordable Indian place, this is a solid option.

Kaimana

5.0

My go-to spot for fast, affordable, & satisfying meals! I always order the veggie thali, & it never disappoints. The combination of spinach & korma-style curry is my favorite every time. Always flavorful & filling!

Halifax

5.0

Reliably quick, affordable, & absolutely delicious! Lots of great vegetarian options.

Brayden

5.0

Delicious & affordable #2 foreve

Talitha

5.0

My favorite place for Indian food in Montreal. It's very affordable & the food is amazing. You must pass by.

Gabrielle

5.0

Great Indian food! Prices are super affordable & the food is amazing! Very good service everybody is really nice

Ariana

5.0

I love this restaurant! An amazing & affordable meal that fills you up xoxox