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Jolee

Authentic Sri Lankan and Indian spice traditions come alive in every vibrant bite at Jolee.

Côte-des-Neiges
4.0$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 11 am
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About

Jolee delivers an authentic exploration of Sri Lankan and Indian culinary traditions through a diverse menu focused on aromatic spice profiles and traditional preparation techniques. The kitchen highlights staples such as flavorful vegetable curries, succulent tandoori preparations, and crispy lentil-based snacks that characterize the regional flavors of South Asia. Patrons encounter a setting defined by its straightforward presentation and focus on accessible, heat-forward dishes crafted from essential base ingredients. The composition of each plate reflects an adherence to classic seasoning practices, utilizing complex blends of cumin, coriander, and fresh chilies to define the palate. By prioritizing robust flavor development over decorative flair, the establishment maintains a grounded approach to its regional identity. Each dish serves as a reliable representation of established South Asian cooking methods that prioritize consistency and depth.
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Reviews for Jolee

Food
Service
on Google3.9 (1000+)
*as of 2026-08-01
5★
54%
4★
18%
3★
7%
2★
15%
1★
6%

Review Summary

Jolee is frequently praised for its authentic and flavorful Sri Lankan cuisine, with many patrons highlighting generous portion sizes, reasonable pricing, and consistently friendly service. While the majority of visitors describe the dishes as delicious and well-prepared, opinions on quality remain varied, with some long-term customers noting inconsistencies in certain items over time. The restaurant is widely recognized as a welcoming community staple, often celebrated for its accommodating catering services and clean, accessible dining environment. Although some diners suggest improvements to the atmosphere and layout, it remains a popular choice for those seeking spicy, hearty meals that offer excellent value for the money.
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One & only truly Sri Lankan cuisine. Jolee brings you very closer to the authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. At least the style popular among Sri Lankan Tamils. You have a plenty of choices from the spiciest Chicken curry to non spicy Egg Dosa. The rice & curry which is the most common meal in Sri Lanka is sold as'' Thaali''. That you can have either vegetarian or with fish, meat, prawns etc. Many Sri Lankan specialities such as koththu Roti is available. You can dine in or simply take away. The restaurant is quite clean but the washrooms needed a little upgrade. Some staff are extremely friendly & some do their job well. Food is served hot & relatively fast. The price you pay for a full meal is quite cheap compared to many restaurants in Montreal. I have seen many families who come for lunches & the expats flock to the place with nostalgia. Check the place out if you have a spicy tongue.

Jul 26, 2026
on Google

very tasty, & not too salty, we were served fast, good quantity, happy with the meal. I'm used to punjabi cuisine so I did not know what to expect, & i loved the Masala dosa, my husband liked very much his thali. We will definetely come back . We are usually served by owner himself, who is a kind person. Only thing they should put some music for better atmosphere. Thank you : )

Jun 8, 2026
on Google

I have ordered vegetarian thali & onion masala dosa. Both items were perfectly delicious. No extra doing on any food item. Taste was authentic & feels like homely food. Their quantity is also more than any other place.

Aug 24, 2025
on Google

Excellent Jaffna dosa with squid & catch of the day fish curry

Aug 4, 2025
on Google

Good service. Food is also okay. Try the dosas! Affordable. But I've honestly had better Indian food in Montreal.

Feb 23, 2025
on Google

Masala Dosa FTW

Apr 8, 2024
on Google

Jolee is a lovely place with wonderful staff & smiling faces. I have been a customer since many years now & had a favourable experience. The place always reminds me of my roots back in India. I would recommend their dosa, thalis & sweets. Good luck to the management.

Jan 18, 2024
on Google
Foodie
1 Review
5.0

Masala Dosa & Samosa were awesome. Thank you so much for the good service.

Aug 28, 2014
4.0

Étant très curieuse & ouverte aux cuisines du monde, c'est un ami sri-lankais qui m'a conseillé ce petit resto. Je dois avouer que je ne connaissais pas grand chose de la cuisine indienne en général & encore moins de la cuisine du Sud. Je m'étais renseignée sur Internet & j'ai pu en avoir une idée approximative, à savoir qu'elle était beaucoup plus épicée, plus végétarienne &, par conséquent, plus santé.

Situé à deux pas de la station Cote-Sainte-Catherine, Jolee est un minuscule établissement, pas très éclairée & étouffante en été, avec un comptoir au fond. La serveuse est très compétente quoiqu'elle peut être très souvent occupée à gérer les commandes face-à-face ou par téléphone, ce qui peut créer une distance avec le client. Malgré tout, cela signifie que la communauté tamoule lui est très fidèle, me rassurant à propos du resto. En fait, Jolee est plus un boui-boui qu'un resto; je vous conseille de commander pour emporter & non manger sur place.

Malgré tout, pour une clientèle nombreuse, le service est rapide, pas cher du tout & le premier masala dosa (grosse crêpe farcie d'oignons & de patates épicées) que j'ai goûté dépassait de loin mes attentes! C'est une explosion de saveurs pour les papilles, un vrai délice. & tellement appétissant! Le sambar (soupe de légumes pimentés)est délicieux mais attention, buvez de l'eau car c'est très épicé! Pour ce qui est de mon premier chutney à la noix de coco, je trouve que ça ne goûte rien mais en tout cas, ce fut toute une découverte.

J'y suis retournée une seconde fois pour essayer cette fois les idlis (cakes aux lentilles & au riz, spongieux & légèrement salés. Le mieux est de le tremper dans le sambar pour bien le déguster. Ici aussi, pas du tout déçue, quoique le masala dosa reste mon préféré à date. La prochaine fois, j'essaierai le plat national sri-lankais, le kottu roti que mon ami me décrit comme un pur délice. Juste pour vous dire que j'y retournerai bientôt. ;)

Oct 27, 2013