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Chennai Express

Downtown
4.4$
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Chennai Express Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
IndianBoutique-CounterBrunch
Snug, basic counter serve in a food court preparing dosas, idli & other South Indian specialties.

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Reviews for Chennai Express

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on Google4.2 (1100+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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Review Summary

Chennai Express is described as a compact, mostly takeout spot with friendly service and strong South Indian flavors, where crispy dosas, soft idlis, and flavorful chutneys and sambar are frequent highlights. The masala dosa and chicken biryani are repeatedly praised, with some reviewers calling the dosa among the best in town, while a few note the sambar leaning toward dal and the chutney not always authentic. Ambience is not a focus and seating is limited to a shared counter in a small food court, but the takeaway option and careful packaging are appreciated. Prices are reasonable and the owner is described as polite and humble, making it a reliable place to go for a quick, flavorful meal when in the area.
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Samabar & chutney is ready made & not a proper Tamil style. Idli was good

Jan 6, 2026
on Google

Probably the best dosa in town!
The masala dosa was very good. & the chutney & sambar were very delicious.
You have 3 restaurants in the building (kind of small food court) very good service.

Dec 18, 2025
on Google

He's a really sweet host, but if you're looking for authentic taste - neither the chutney, nor the texture of the dosa are close. The sambhar is more like dal, but ok.

Aug 28, 2025
on Google

As someone who's spent a considerable amount of time in Chennai, I feel like I'm qualified to review this place. The masala dosa was probably the best I've had anywhere. Period. The sandbar & chutney were super authentic. I cannot recommend this place enough!

Jun 24, 2025
on Google

Very decent dosa, chutney & sambhar was very good, dosa was Krispy & nice. Freshly prepared. Masala wasn't very great though. It was a quick dinner & a good one.

Jun 9, 2025
on Google

Located next to footlocker store. Ordered idly & masala dosa, take away, nicely packed. Not enough space or conducive environment for dine in. Food was nice, came with sambhar & coconut chutney..idly were soft. Hope to eat again if visiting Montreal again.

May 31, 2025
on Google

We were visiting & came across this South Indian spot in a shared space with two other fast food choices (pizza & wok). This place is the real deal - authentic South Indian flavours at an affordable price. We had the idlis which were freshly steamed & served with tasty chutney & sambar. The masala dosa was excellent - perfectly crispy with a well spiced potato masala. Finally, the chicken biryani was marinated, fragrant & delicious. Highly recommend!

Ps - seating wise, there's a long table with high chairs, but because these are shared between the three restaurants, there may not always be availability (it is first come first serve). The takeout option worked best for us!

Mar 25, 2025
on Google

The masala dosa was absolutely excellent - crispy, flaky, & served with delicious coconut chutney & sambar. The chicken biryani was good, with flavorful spices that satisfied my craving for traditional South Indian cuisine.

Jan 19, 2025
on Google

I got the masala dosa & the other reviews are right, best dosa in Montreal. Even the chutney & sambar tasted good. Something worth mentioning, the place is shared amongst 2 other food booths & there is only like 5 stools(seats). If you can't get a seat then there's only takeout or stand outside & eat.

Aug 25, 2024
on Google