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 is widely appreciated for its flavorful dishes, such as the signature butter chicken and unique fusion options like butter chicken poutine. The atmosphere is frequently described as cozy, elegant, and inviting, making it a popular choice for both casual dinners and group gatherings. Guests often highlight the attentive and professional service, alongside an expertly crafted cocktail menu that complements the dining experience. While individual preferences regarding spice levels vary, the restaurant is consistently recognized for its high-quality ingredients, generous portion sizes, and excellent value in the downtown area, leading many patrons to become repeat visitors.
It is an average Indian-fusion restaurant. The food is a bit bland & a bit too sugary but I guess that is very common in this country. Not authentic. But that is not a bad thing necessarily.
If you give specific instructons then that will be respected. The service was good & friendly. & the atmosphere in the restaurant was chill & elegant.
I have experienced dine-in as well as home delivery.
Mar 3, 2026
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Wanted to love the place given the other reviews I've read but the food was mediocre. The chicken tikka masala did not have the traditional chicken tikka & the sauce was quite bland- very tomato soup-y. The naan was decent but not like authentic naan, quite bready. We had grilled vegetables & paneer for starters…there were around 2-3 pieces of paneer with a whole load of inedible carrots (extremely tough), but the grilled bell peppers & mushrooms were ok. I'd look for another spot if you want authentic Indian food but the atmosphere were nice enough to enjoy with friends/family.
Really high, gourmet, best Indian food I have ever had - & yes I've been to London. Very inexpensive for Old Port area - at first I thought the menu prices for some kind of'tapas' or other gouging tricks, but then I realized no, that's for a main, & a truly filling one as well! Really nice, pro service who seemed to know just when to interrupt & when to leave you alone. A beautiful space too! Our new favorite spot in the Old Port!
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!
This Indian restaurant is pure comfort on a plate - every bite feels like home. The entire menu is packed with delicious dishes, perfectly balanced with just the right amount of spice. Whether it's a casual night out or a special occasion, this is my go-to spot. I can't recommend it enough!
I love visiting Montreal for all the wonderful restaurants it has to offer, but my favorite, & the one I always return to, is Le 409 in Old Montreal. Just the fun, eclectic décor is worth coming for, but the food & service is what will bring you back again & again. Some of the best Indian food I've had. I just love this place!
The reviews for this place are super mixed, so if you're looking for an honest review, here it is!
They have tons of vegetarian options, & any meat dishes were offered in fish, lamb or chicken!
The butter chicken- Was smooth, spiced perfectly & offered a good amount of protein for the price. I personally like a little bit more spice, but was good for the others at my table who couldn't handle spice! A'died down' version of butter chicken that still packs a punch.
Chicken Tikka Masala- Decadent, well seasoned curry. There was a good amount of chicken for its price, this wasn't a crowd favourite but still a good dish the table somewhat enjoyed. Though there was nothing wrong with it exactly, just when compared to other tikka masala's it doesn't stand out.
Other dishes such as Aloo Gobi (cauliflower & potato curry), the chicken tikka, & all of the appetizers were good & frankly very delicious, but nothing Noteable to write about them.
The naan & rice were both good, steamy & fluffy, you can't go wrong with them! The rice had many components like peas & extra seasonings, which was super tasty, but we just wish a regular white rice option was clearly made available.
The garlic naan was delicious, & i recommend it over the regular!
- Only complaint i have about the rice & naan is that they both must be ordered as side dishes, upping the cost.
The desserts were fine, the flan cake was tasty but maybe if we return we probably won't have it again. Though it was tasty, had an eggy smooth taste, only order it if you're a big flan lover.
The donuts were good, but 6$ for 2 tiny donut balls smaller than Timbits was a little much.
The staff was kind, service was FAST, & the atmosphere of this place is incredible, you couldn't even guess it was an Indian place.
-Overall, this restaurant is great for those new to Indian food. If you're looking for authentic, spicy Indian cuisine, this wouldn't be the place i recommend. But- that doesn't mean we left dissatisfied. None of the food we had here was disappointing, all of it was tasty & nobody left hungry.
Would i come here again?- Yeah, but i would only really order the butter chicken & garlic naan, avoid any other dish I've already tried, & explore the menu a bit more. This place is great to come to 1-2 times, perhaps with family or co workers, but anymore i would have to pass.
Naan were good. Rest of the food was too westernized, doesn't taste like Indian food & was very bland. Tasteless curries or tandoori dishes (which are surprisingly made with no tandoori masala & served with no Chutney). Overall disappointing experience. Staff was cordial & efficient.
