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Desi Tadka Restaurant

Villeray-Saint-Michel
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Desi Tadka Restaurant Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Restaurant Desi Tadka, cuisine pakistanaise et indienne.

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Reviews for Desi Tadka Restaurant

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Review Summary

Desi Tadka Restaurant is described in reviews as offering authentic desi flavors in Montreal with well balanced spices and fresh ingredients. Diners celebrate butter chicken for its rich, comforting profile and naan that arrives hot and fluffy, while halwa puri and nihari are noted among the best in the city. The menu also features gol gappey, pani puri, chicken tikka roll, samosas and a range of biryanis, including a value oriented dollar biryani. Many find portions generous and the food consistently tasty, with a welcoming atmosphere and friendly service that enhances the experience. The place is regarded as an underrated gem that delivers good value and quick service, with takeout becoming a convenient option for busy days. Occasional remarks mention spice levels can be spicy and one visit or wait times may be longer, but overall the sentiment is positive and suggests Desi Tadka Restaurant is a reliable go-to for authentic Pakistani cuisine in the city.
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Best Paratha emlette in town highly recommend taste

Mar 3, 2026
on Google
5.0

A Taste of Home in Montreal! 🇵🇰
If you're looking for authentic Pakistani flavors in Montreal, this is the spot. We came in for a family brunch & were blown away by both the food & the hospitality.
What we ordered:
• Halwa Puri: Perfectly crispy puris & the halwa had just the right amount of sweetness.
• Paye with Naan: The paye was rich, sticky, & flavorful-exactly how it's made back home. The naan was fresh & fluffy, perfect for soaking up the gravy.
• Chicken Thali: The portions were absolutely huge. It's rare to find a place that doesn't skimp on the servings!
The highlight of the experience, however, was the service. The owner was incredibly kind & treated us like guests in his own home, even giving us complimentary tea for all three of us at the end of the meal.
My parents are visiting from Pakistan & they are very picky about their Desi food, but they truly enjoyed every bite. It's officially parent-approved! We will definitely be coming back.
Highly recommended for anyone craving genuine Lahori/Karachi vibes in the city.

Mar 2, 2026
on Google

What an amazing experience! The food was incredible - fresh ingredients, perfect seasoning, & generous portions. The service was top-notch; the team was polite, attentive, & genuinely caring. You can tell they take pride in what they do. Highly recommend to anyone looking for great food & a welcoming atmosphere!

Feb 22, 2026
on Google

This place is actually really good. I tried the pani puri & it was amazing. The butter chicken is really great as well. I'd definitely recommend this restaurant! 10/10. The owner is very welcoming & made sure we received great service.

Jun 3, 2025
on Google
5.0

Been here many times & had a great experience definitely would recommend trying chicken tikka with the naan aswell as the tikka roll if your on the go. Side note if your vegetarian i would really really recommend trying out the samosachaat as that this my fav meal to eat on the days im veg. Overall great experience with nice smiles.

Mar 2, 2025

One of the best service that l had, the owner was friendly & l was so impressed with the tasty food by a great chef, l would recommend new clients to visit & experience their delicious cuisine, don't hesitate to go, a must!!!

Jan 5, 2025
on Google
5.0

Great food & a great price. Especially recommended the chicken Tikka, haleem, & nihari dishes!

Sep 1, 2024
on Google

This place is awesome every time I visit. We usually get the tandoor grill mix & fish pakoras, which are always fantastic. Whenever we try other things like desserts or chai, they're also delicious. The food is fresh & top-notch quality. The owner is really nice, attentive, & open to feedback. The atmosphere is great, & the service is amazing. I highly recommend this place, 5 out of 5 stars!

Apr 20, 2024
on Google