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.
Nous reviendrons encore & encore!
Le restaurant est beau, l'ambiance y est chaleureuse & les plats toujours aussi bons d'année en année!
Le service est toujours impeccable!
Mar 3, 2026
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Went to 409 last week. Order the samosas & Butter Chicken they are amazing! Found the lamb korma average (needs to be spicier). But all portion sizes were good & the food was inexpensive for a restaurant in downtown Montreal.
Great atmosphere, but the food was just okay. The vegetarian dishes were normal & lacked the'wow' factor I expected given the amazing interior. Both the food & drinks felt a bit overpriced for the quality. Beautiful place, but the taste needs to catch up to the ambiance.
C'était notre 4e fois a ce resto, hier soir.
Toujours vécu une expérience 5 étoiles.
& tous les amis que nous y avons amenés on aussi adoré.
Repas très savoureux, ambiance agréable, service parfait.
On y retournera... encore !!
Dec 21, 2025
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Wow! J'ai tout adoré de ma soirée. Nous étions un groupe de 25 & le service a été incroyable. Notre serveuse Adélaïde, a été d'une efficacité hors pair, très présente & surtout super souriante & agréable. Nous avons choisi le menu « groupe » qui nous a permis de goûter à plusieurs plats. Tout était parfaitement goûteux, de bonnes portions & une belle variété. Le prix est plus qu'abordable & la qualité est là. La place est très jolie & l'ambiance est très bien. Faut découvrir ce resto. Merci également à Vincent qui a été un super au service. Tout est WOW !
The ambiance & food were great. However, being in the hotel industry & knowing how important & yet rare to get a great service, I was truly impressed with the service that I got at 409. It was wonderful. From the moment we arrived & were asked to take our jackets to the moment we left, everyone & I mean EVERYONE was so pleasant & attentive. We felt taken care of & had a wonderful meal. I regret not taking their names (honestly I was shy to ask), but I definitely thanked them for a wonderful job & I'm happy to leave a review because they deserve it. Thank you!
Food was nice ,not too spicy not too mild , the perfect balance, the dessert was the catch , we are vegetarians so for starters we had - grilled vegetables (was good) & Chana samosa ( this one was better then prior)
In mains you should definitely try the saag paneer
Ambiance is nice
Great selection of wines
Bar is beautiful
Highly recommend
Just that they should have more vegetarian starters options as me & my husband are heavy drinkers , when out so we like it accompanied by good sides rather than just 2 & endless papadums.
I will a this restaurant a 10/10
The lamb rogan josh was the best I've ever had. The garlic naan was had amazing garlic flavor, the basmati rice was perfect, they had Guinness on tap which complimented the meal wonderfully & the chocolate with almond slices & crème was outstanding. The staff were pleasant & welcoming & the decor & atmosphere was relaxed but also intimate.
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.
