Le Taj
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Le Taj
Opens Today at 11:30 am
| Monday | 5 pm - 10:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5 pm - 10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5 pm - 10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5 pm - 10:30 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5 pm - 11 pm |
| Saturday | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5 pm - 11 pm |
| Sunday | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5 pm - 10:30 pm |
Info & Location
About us
Known as a Montreal institution, Le Taj has been deeply entrenched in the downtown core for over 3 decades.
The decor at Le Taj represents a true synthesis of the complex, the colourful, the simple and the elegant. Carefully curated with handmade wooden carvings from the early 18th century, juxtaposed with the 12-foot mud wall adorning the backdrop of the dining room - which was in fact the central installation from the Indian Pavilion at Expo ‘67 - the decor often leaves our guests speechless while maintaining a certain feeling of warmth that mirrors the cuisine. At the rear end of the restaurant, our tandoor (traditional clay oven) is visible through a glass wall, leaving guests with a window into the world of our chefs, who can be seen cooking tandoori delicacies from fresh naan to our signature tandoori chicken.
Owner, Vinod Kapoor, opened the restaurant in 1985, with the idea of creating a space where Indian food could be devoured within the respected setting it deserved: white table clothes, fine wine and a decor that highlights the rich cultural and artistic history of his native India. Having previously been a collector and dealer of Indian art and antiques, his keen eye for interesting pieces has made its impression on the ambiance of the restaurant, where most of the artwork is one of a kind (including a piece from the Indian Pavilion at Expo ’67!).
It is with this same passion that Mr. Kapoor, who can still be seen buzzing around the dining room on a busy night, continues to maintain the high quality and exceptional service to old and new clients alike. Over the years, Le Taj has become a staple for many Montrealers and international clients, with a number of patrons having grown up dining with us and coming back over time with families of their own. In that respect, our own family of dedicated staff members - many of whom have been with us since the very beginning - are in large part how we have built our reputation of excellence for over 30 years. With a large number of our regular patrons making up a who's who, and having been as loyal to us as we have been to them and to our classical recipes, we hope to continue our journey in the mastery of culinary arts and service for many years to come.
The decor at Le Taj represents a true synthesis of the complex, the colourful, the simple and the elegant. Carefully curated with handmade wooden carvings from the early 18th century, juxtaposed with the 12-foot mud wall adorning the backdrop of the dining room - which was in fact the central installation from the Indian Pavilion at Expo ‘67 - the decor often leaves our guests speechless while maintaining a certain feeling of warmth that mirrors the cuisine. At the rear end of the restaurant, our tandoor (traditional clay oven) is visible through a glass wall, leaving guests with a window into the world of our chefs, who can be seen cooking tandoori delicacies from fresh naan to our signature tandoori chicken.
Owner, Vinod Kapoor, opened the restaurant in 1985, with the idea of creating a space where Indian food could be devoured within the respected setting it deserved: white table clothes, fine wine and a decor that highlights the rich cultural and artistic history of his native India. Having previously been a collector and dealer of Indian art and antiques, his keen eye for interesting pieces has made its impression on the ambiance of the restaurant, where most of the artwork is one of a kind (including a piece from the Indian Pavilion at Expo ’67!).
It is with this same passion that Mr. Kapoor, who can still be seen buzzing around the dining room on a busy night, continues to maintain the high quality and exceptional service to old and new clients alike. Over the years, Le Taj has become a staple for many Montrealers and international clients, with a number of patrons having grown up dining with us and coming back over time with families of their own. In that respect, our own family of dedicated staff members - many of whom have been with us since the very beginning - are in large part how we have built our reputation of excellence for over 30 years. With a large number of our regular patrons making up a who's who, and having been as loyal to us as we have been to them and to our classical recipes, we hope to continue our journey in the mastery of culinary arts and service for many years to come.
Our Specialties
Buffet, Chicken, Curry, Grill, Rice, Tandoori, Vegetable dishes, Vegetarian
Amenities, services & more
Capacity: 80 We accept: Master Card, Visa, AMEX, InteracCateringDeliveryFamily / Kid-friendlyGood For GroupsGreat selection of winesOnline OrderingParking AvailableTakeout AvailableValet
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For weddings, birthdays, office parties and office meetings at an affordable price.
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Reginald
First of all this was my first travel to Montreal. I have planned this trip in three previous occasions & life (Covid, hurricanes,,etc) caused me to cancel. Each time I made a reservation to eat at Le Taj. I was so excited that after 4 years & 3 canceled trips, I had finally arrived. The seating was a perfect romantic nook by the window. The lighting was dim to set the mood for a intimate birthday dinner. Our server had been working at the location for 38 years. The owner was engaged with the customers. I wanted to take a picture with him but he left shortly after we arrived. The food was excellent. Flavorful, rich, authentic! I recommend this place to anyone living or traveling to the city.View more
Shahanaz
Best & oldest Indian restaurant in Montreal, about 40 years old. The service is impeccable by the amazing & sweet staff. Even the owner goes from table to table to make sure the guests are having fun. The food arrival is always quick either is busy or not. Every single dishes from appetizers to dessert are beyond delicious. Always well flavored, & nicely & tenderly cooked. The restaurant is simply beautiful with the vintage Indian decors. The vibe is happy & satisfying with the service & food. 100% recommended.View more
Corinne
I had the opportunity to try Le Taj for the first time today to celebrate my wedding! We went for the lunch buffet which had a great variety of dishes that can please every palate. The service was impeccable! I greatly recommend this restsurant. Thanks to Le Taj, we got to celebrate our special day with a beautiful meal, timeless decor & incredible service!View more
Capucine
Nous avons partagé un très bon moment en famille dans cet établissement, accueil chaleureux, cuisine indienne divine, je recommande +++View more
A
Cuisine de qualité dans un établissement de qualité. Le service était parfait! Si bien que nous y sommes retourné le lendemain.
Je recommande vivement ce restaurant.View more
Martin
Parfait, plat super personnel très accueillant & agréable, une très bonne expérience, tellement bonne que j'y suis retourné 2 jours d'affilée. À faire & pour un prix raisonnable vu la qualité & la quantité.View more
Cristian
The service is personalized & you can ask for off the menu dishes. Totally worth it!!!View more
Kelby
Excellent service - attentive to food allergies, quick expedient too - delicious food & lovely atmosphere. Classy, chic, very nice. Will be back, a staple in Montreal.View more
Revanth
We dined in today for the all-you-can-eat option. The items they offered were definitely tasty, but in my opinion, not worth the $30 price tag.The naan served was especially good soft, fresh, & flavorful. The menu had very limited options, & I was especially disappointed that biryani wasn't even included in the standard menu. Overall, the experience left me unsatisfied.View more
Ali
They call it Dall Soup & my expectation was this will not be that different from Dall but basically what I got was 95% water & a few pieces of dall! I heard a lot of good words about this place so my expectation was after i go to them they give me dall but they said this is what it's supposed to be 😕 also no offer to refund …View more
Sébastien
Le Taj offers a beautifully warm & elegant atmosphere, with vintage Indian décor that creates an inviting & authentic setting. Service was professional & attentive, & the ambiance alone sets a high expectation for the dining experience.
We opted for the'feast' menu, which included a salad, appetizer, main with a vegetarian side, & dessert. The cucumber & tomato salad was refreshing, if a bit oversized. My fish appetizer was flat in flavor & oddly textured, though my partner's papdi chaat was crisp, tangy, & truly excellent.
For mains, the butter chicken had perfectly cooked meat, but the sauce lacked the depth, spice, & balance expected from such a signature dish. My partner's lamb vindaloo, however, was a standout - bold, rich, spicy, & deeply satisfying. On the side, the paneer masala had a beautifully balanced tomato-based sauce, while the saag paneer was watery & underseasoned. The naan was exceptional, & the basmati rice decent, though a bit soft.
Desserts were pleasant but unremarkable - gulab jamun was as expected, & a milk-based paneer dessert was unique but not particularly memorable.
The low point of the evening was unquestionably the cocktails. At $20 each, both the mango mojito & mango martini were disappointing - overly sweet, poorly balanced, & lacking noticeable alcohol & technique. They tasted more like juice than proper cocktails, which felt out of step with the overall experience & definitely a disappointment.
In summary, for the overall modest cost (about $120 per person), the experience was fair - beautiful ambiance, attentive service, & a few excellent dishes made it worthwhile. Still, based on its 4.2-star rating & reputation, we expected a bit more across the board. We've enjoyed more flavorful meals at lesser-known Indian restaurants, & with a few refinements - particularly in the cocktails & consistency of dishes - Le Taj could truly shine.
While the restaurant itself merits a solid 4 stars, the cocktails were disappointing enough to bring the overall experience down a notch to 3 stars. Fix the cocktails.View more
Annick
Notre arrêt à ce resto a été une expérience hors du commun. Nous ne savions pas trop quoi prendre, notre serveur nous a simplement dit'est-ce-que vous me faites confiance ? Oh que oui! Ce fût absolument délicieux ! Tout était succulent ! & que dire du service ! Il était attentionné & si gentil !View more
Erik
Comme une île au milieu d'un océan de mal bouffe, très bon restaurant indien à un prix tout à fait raisonnable !View more
Tia
Le Taj serves food that falls into the'mediocre' category-decent enough for those unfamiliar with authentic Indian flavors, but disappointing for anyone seeking a truly satisfying Indian dining experience. The dishes lack depth & authenticity, often tasting bland or overly adjusted to suit a non-Indian palate.
The ambience is okay-nothing special in terms of aesthetics, but it's functional & clean. The service is very good, with attentive & polite staff, which helps balance out the underwhelming food.
Overall, it is an OK restaurant-fine if you're not too particular about taste, but not a place I'd recommend for genuine Indian flavors. If you're looking for something more authentic, you might want to explore other options.View more
Véronique
Service impeccable cuisine généreuse & excellente on a adoré & on y est retourné déjà 2 fois je recommandeView more
Elana
Been coming here for twenty years & was pleased that the quality has remained the same when we recently came back. Service great, delicious food. A bit cheap of you guys not to serve papadams anymore at 25 price per little plate. Bring it back 🙏 It costs nothing except a bit if a hassle for the servers & kitchen.View more
Stephanie
Classic. Always a 10/10 in terms of food quality & good service. It's been our family favourite since the 90s!View more
Anupriya
Ordered: Mushroom do payza, Chicken korma, Tandoori roti, Mango Kulfi, Gulab Jamun
Verdict: seems like uses quality ingredients, fine dining setting, okay taste, small portions, not value for money, servers were rude, hurried us to order (kitchen was closing soon so may be because of that)
Mango Kulfi & Gulab Jamun : quality ingredients & delicious
Tandoori roti: served hot & crispy; ask for buttered roti (it tastes better)
Chicken Korma: Okay. Didn't feel authentic kroma tatse . If you are having korma for the first time you might not notice any difference.
Mushroom do pyaza: they serve it dry here. That is not how it's supposed to be served. Tasted okay to me.View more
Valery
Je suis retournée au Taj récemment avec une tante qui m'a initiée dès mon jeune âge & je n'en reviens toujours pas à quel point les saveurs sont inégalables, le service y est toujours excellent & l'ambiance parfaite ! Je suis triste qu'il n'y ait plus les buffets du midi, mais j'irai très certainement essayer leurs nouveaux points de vente au Royalmount & Time Out market qui sont j'en suis sûre, également remarquables :-)View more