Monday

11 am - 11 pm

Tuesday

11 am - 11 pm

Wednesday

11 am - 11 pm

Thursday

11 am - 11 pm

Friday

11 am - 11 pm

Saturday

8 am - 11 pm

Sunday

8 am - 11 pm

Dera Restaurant is praised for authentic Pakistani and Indian flavors with fresh naan, flavorful curries and standout dishes such as paya, haleem, nihari, biryani and tandoor items, while the service is described as friendly and the family friendly atmosphere and good value for money for both dining in and catering. Reviewers frequently note generous portions and spices that appeal to desi cuisine lovers, and many say the restaurant is a reliable go to for meals with family or groups. At the same time experiences are mixed, with a few dishes described as bland or overly heavy on masala, some meals arriving cold or lacking freshness, and concerns raised about cleanliness and ambiance. Dessert options are hit or miss, though several diners highlight kheer and halwa puri as highlights on other visits. The paya and haleem are repeatedly singled out as among the best in the area. Overall the restaurant is seen as a solid, approachable choice for authentic desi cuisine in Montreal, popular for lunch and dinner and for events, with room to improve presentation and consistency to elevate the dining experience.

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5.0

High quality food with authentic taste. Great ambiance to indulge in your favorite Desi foods. Even the left overs next day tasted amazing. Highly recommended in the Montreal area.

Feb 14, 2024

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Abbas

Very good Pakistani restaurant, food is excellent specially chicken karahi, very comfortable chairs & not a bad service . I would recommend this restaurant because of the food quality....

Feb 9, 2024

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