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.
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.
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.
Aug 13, 2025
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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.
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)
2e visite au 409! Service super attentionné & dédié de notre serveur & de l'hotesse. Le Biryani aux cevettes est incroyable, l'agneau Korma est succulent & tendre le meilleur agneau que je n'ai jamais mangé. Le classique poulet au beurre est un incontournable, n'oubliez pas le pain Naan & bien sur le chutney de Mangue pour un sucré salé parfait! Merci le 409 pour ce festival des saveurs! Nous reviendrons!
Toujours delicieux repas, ambiance & service !
Cinq ou six visite sur deux ans & toujours parfait: poulet au beurre, agneau en sauce cremeuse, plat chou-fleur/pommes de terre, riz & pain naan incroyable !
À recommander ! Ambiance jeune & à la mode, convenant à tous, même aux vieux de 60 ans comme moi.
