Darbar est largement salué comme un restaurant indien intime et chaleureux à Montréal, une affaire familiale où les saveurs sont riches et les plats préparés avec soin et faits maison. Les avis soulignent un service attentif et une expérience personnalisée, avec la présence du chef qui vient en salle pour discuter des plats et les adapter à nos préférences. L'ambiance est cosy et agréable, avec une décoration soignée, des chandelles réelles et une atmosphère propice à la conversation; certains soirs une ambiance jazz live ajoute une touche particulière. Le menu est décrit comme authentique et varié, avec des plats équilibrés et des ingrédients frais, et des options adaptées aux régimes sans gluten ou véganes. Les prix sont jugés raisonnables pour la qualité et les portions, surtout lorsque les plats sont partagés entre amis. Bien que la majorité des expériences soient excellentes, quelques critiques mentionnent des temps d'attente plus longs dans un espace restreint et des plats parfois plus simples. Dans l ensemble, Darbar est perçu comme une destination incontournable pour la cuisine indienne à Montréal, un vrai bijou que les gourmets aiment revisiter.
We had the pleasure once again of an evening at DarBar. This time we asked Chef Simar to choose our food for us. He treated us to some new dishes he is experimenting with. We are so glad to have made that decision. It's difficult to imagine the food could get even better, but this moved the meal into the handful of my "Once in a Lifetime" experiences. All I can say is PLEASE try out this fabulous place, especially if you enjoy Indian food. & do take the plunge & let the chef show you what magic he can produce. Original review: This is an unassuming little gem tucked away in an interesting but somewhat run-down stretch of "The Main". The food is wonderful! The spices are complex & the heat in the dishes is deep & embracing. Just what one would expect from the very best Indian cuisine. Service is very attentive & the owner is always willing to discuss his vision for the food & the restaurant. In addition to the overall quality of the food, there is great attention to detail. For example, our bowl of rice was not merely seasoned & fragrant, it contained pomegranate seeds that had been marinated in rosewater, so there was an interesting note of sweetness & crunch from the flesh & kernels of the seeds. Nothing on the menu could be considered plain. Everything is an adventure in flavours & textures. Montreal is home to countless great places to eat, so it's quite an achievement for an eatery to stand out, but DarBar certainly does in my opinion.
Amazing food especially loved the Aloo Tikki & Baingan Bhartha.. Last but not the least hospitality by Simar was next level. He made us feel so comfortable & was so service driven ensuring to give us the time we needed to understand & decide what it is we wanted. Kudos to the entire team at Darbar❤️👌100%
20 oct. 2024
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I am visiting Montréal for work & was looking for a good Punjabi/Indian food! Ate vegetarian thali at Darbar today! A sumptuous meal with a portion each of dal makhani, saag paneer & baigan bharta (went with the server's recommendations), along with butter naan & basmati rice & a couple of veg pakoras! Was my only meal for the day, so ordered a lachha parantha as well. Everything was absolutely delicious! Authentic North Indian flavors! Simar who runs the restaurant (& is the chef) was very gracious, welcoming & super friendly! He runs this business as a passion which was clearly evident in the food flavors! Maza aa gaya yaara! Will definitely come back next time I am around!
Once again, I am eating in my Punjabi home from home in Montreal. There is no comparison. This is THE most genuine, wonderful restaurant that I visit in my jog around the globe. Thank you to you all, Simar & family
We had the most amazing time at this restaurant on our first day visiting Montreal from Toronto! We showed up without reservations & the lovely chef (Simar) was able to kindly accommodate us. The food was probably the best Indian food I have ever had in my life! Our waitress & all the staff welcomed us so well & went above & beyond to make sure we had a great time! My mom sis & I were so grateful for the overall experience & we will most certainly be back!!!
Tastiest restaurant in Montreal, absolutely delicious food, we had a great time. Simar (exec chef) & his mother are very welcoming. Highly recommend even if you're new to indian food in general.
Dining at Darbar offers an unparalleled culinary journey. Chef & owner Simar personally visits each table, offering insights into the menu & the stories behind your selections. Every dish, having been perfected over months, presents a distinctive twist on traditional Indian cuisine. The ambiance is cozy, complementing the vibrant flavors & lively atmosphere. I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant for an unforgettable dining experience.
18 févr. 2024
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We had a FANTASTIC dinner here- from start to finish. The owner, Simar, greeted us all personally & offered a recommendation for each dish. Everything was delicious & the service was phenomenal. We will definitely be coming back!
This was our first visit to Montreal & so to Darbar & this was an amazing first experience Simar & his team of committed, well mannered & cheerful members ensured an excellent service, great taste & memorable cocktails.
Overall, full marks & top recommendation.
