Located on McGill Street, Le 409 is a contemporary Indian restaurant and lounge with a London influence.
The 409 offers a fine range of classic Indian dishes with a selection of delicious fusion creations. From traditional curries that make up vindaloo lamb to poutine with butter chicken, sit back in a warm and comfortable atmosphere in a Bollywood / Havana setting with one of our famous cocktails.
Le 409 comes across in reviews as a stylish and welcoming spot with a beautiful, warm ambiance that makes it a popular choice for groups, dates, and casual meals alike. Guests consistently mention attentive, friendly service and a staff that strikes the right balance between being helpful and unobtrusive, while the kitchen delivers generous portions and reliably flavorful dishes such as butter chicken, lamb rogan josh, chana masala, paneer starters, and well made naan; the cocktails and wine selection also earn praise. Several comments highlight the value for money given the location, with many noting a refined space, cozy yet sophisticated, and a vibrant atmosphere. Some notes point to dishes that felt milder or less authentic in spice for those seeking bolder flavors, and a few items are described as average compared with the high standard set by the best dishes. Overall, Le 409 is often described as a dependable, high quality dining experience with consistent food, great service, and a welcoming vibe.
One of my favourite resto/bars ever. Indian food combined with great beers, fantastic service (super nice waiters/waitresses) & nice cocktails! The atmosphere is especially lovely!
Ate here last night & I understand why the reviews are so divided. The food was cooked amazing. The tandoori vegetables & paneer are outstanding. The quality of the ingredients is better than any Indian place I have ever eaten at before. However, it is not strongly spiced & aromatic as I normally prefer.
I wouldnt bring friends from India here, but if you approach this place like a fusion/influenced by India place it is great.
Butter chicken, naan, & the tandoori veg were outstanding.
Cocktails & service were great, & I would definitely be back.
If you're newer to Indian food or have people in your party that aren't too food adventurous bring them here.
(Maybe there is a way to spice things up, but they didnt offer it to us)
My husband & I had a lovely dining experience here on a Saturday evening in early April. I made a last minute reservation for 8:30pm. Upon arrival, we had a warm welcome from the host who gave us a lovely table by the window. The restaurant is cool, hip, & chic with a ton of windows & a large bar in the center. Our waiter was professional & courteous. The food came out quickly with our 2 appetizers & 3 mains spaced out perfectly. All dishes were absolutely flavorful & delicious & our specialty cocktails were amazing, as well. I highly recommend!
Really delicious food & fast service. Eventhough the restaurant filled up by 18h30 & our server was very very busy, she & her team still did their best to keep everything going fast. But they never rushed us. Their catnip cocktail was delicious. The butter chicken poutine was a great surprise. I've had some before, but this one was by far the best one. Their vegetable biriani was also delicious. Their prices make sense for the location & portions are big & have loads of ingredients (the biriani had paneer & soooo many veggies), so the prices make sense to make. Overall, I had a great experience & will be coming back, it was delicious.
Feb 19, 2025
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Wonderful ambience. Amazing cocktails. Great food. Naan was delicious. We had the lamb rojangosh ,which was perfectly flavored. Lamb was melt in the mouth. Shrimp madras was a bit disappointing. Shrimp a bit rubbery & too much mustard seeds made the dish slightly bitter, but still a decent dish. Would recommend.
Their menu consists of standard Indian food that most everyone likes but cooked to perfection. The onion bahjis & the shrimp korma fell into the category of best ever. The only dish that wasn't extraordinary was the nan bread which was a bit on the soggy side. Maybe the rotis are better. &, typical of Holder restaurants, they have a top notch cocktail bar. Our espresso martinis were delicious & effective!
Friendly bilingual service, beautiful decor, & a welcoming ambiance with soft music set the perfect tone for our dining experience. We were two adults & shared 2 appetizers, 1 main dish, 2 naan breads, & 3 desserts - more than enough for a satisfying meal. Appetizers: - Bhajee d'oignons - Saumon Tikka Main Dish: - Agneau Korma + Garlic naan Desserts: - Les goulabs - Crémeux chocolat Everything was delicious, but the Crémeux chocolat was the only option I would not repeat due to its high sweetness. I recommend the Catnip cocktail, as the lavender was so refreshing! Overall, it was a delightful experience, & I look forward to returning.
Had a wonderful dinner with my girlfriends. The wait staff is amazing & very welcoming. The food was absolutely delicious & some of the best we've had in Montreal. We ordered naan that was out of this world. Super fluffy & flavourful Butter Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, Lamb Korma, Chana Samosa, Aloo Gobi, Palak Paneer & Rice. Everything was devoured. The food came in 15 minutes after we ordered & was hot & served in the most beautiful dishes. They also have a great non alcoholic cocktail menu & very well presented. The decor in the restaurant is also beautiful & chic. We will definitely be coming back again. The prices are very reasonable too. We each paid $62 including tips.
Jul 15, 2024
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If you want good food in a bar/cocktail atmosphere, this is the place. The restaurant has an "industrial" interior design aesthetic, with lots of cool lights & silverware. This is an excellent place to have Indian food (near Old Port) & this is my go-to. They have a wide array of curries (creamy, spicy etc.) with different selection of meats (e.g. shrimp, lamb, chicken) & vegetables, with a good amount of spice. It is so special to find a place that pulls off a) homey b) classy c) fricking good food &) excellent service. Whenever I take my friends here, we always leave on a full stomach (the full kind where you have to unbutton your pants).
J'ai vécu un beau moment là soirée dernière. J'y ai été en couple avec ma cousine & son chum. Bien accueilli par le maître d'hôtel en arrivant, le barmaid nous dorlote aux petits soins en nous préparant un cocktail hallucinants!!! Que dire de la nourriture, phénoménal!!! Je le recommande a tous!!!
Amazing indian food in Montreal, everything blew past any of my expectations, everything was dleicious, the cocktails were phenomenal, & the deconstructed samosa left everyone speechless, no joke, it was that good. The service was cocktails top-notch, & the atmosphere was perfect. You will not be disappointed. Do yourself a favor & go here.
Love how this place has great Indian flavors with a modern/contemporary restaurant vibe. Cocktails were great! Went back the following night while I was in town for work it was so good!
Our first night in Montreal & we found this incredible gastro bar serving my all time favorite combination of Indian food & cocktails. I'm not sure if the crafted cocktails were better or if the fantastic Indian food was the winner. My family had a fabulous dining experience with some of the friendliest service & most flavorful food & drinks we've had in a while. I would highly recommend Le 409 to anyone traveling to Montreal.
