Le Taj
RestaurantTop Pick
Le Taj
Opens Today at 5 pm
| Monday | 5 pm - 10:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 pm - 10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 pm - 10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5 pm - 10:30 pm |
| Friday | 5 pm - 11 pm |
| Saturday | 5 pm - 11 pm |
| Sunday | 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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indian(175) naan(72) chicken(58) recommend(52) quality(49) indien(48) attentive(36) indienne(33) dessert(29)Page 41 of 52 - 1022 Reviews
via LibroMeilleure nourriture indienne des environs avec un service impeccable & une ambiance classique!
via LibroWhenever we are visiting Montréal, we must dine here. The food is always delicious & perfectly prepared, & the service is top notch. I love Indian cuisine & this is the best Indian restaurant that I've experienced thus far.
via Librotoujours un délice de saveur au Taj, un service impecable avec le sourire. l'utilisation des épices est parfaite. on adore.
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tres bien nourriture indienne excellente.
personnel sympatique & francophone. Merci
via LibroTerrific food, great service - we had a wonderful evening at Le Taj
via LibroAmbiance agréable, salle bien aménagée & décorée. Service courtois, bons conseils à table. Mets bien apprêtés, goûteux & riches en saveurs. Une valeur sûre, je recommande fortement.
via LibroMy third visit to Le Taj this month (August 2021) with some dear friends. Great food, lovely ambience, & terrific service. Le Taj is back in its stride, & it's as good as ever.
via LibroDÉLICIEUX comme toujours ... excellent service ! 🙏🏼The best place in Montréal ! ❤️ @bientot !!
via LibroHabituellement tout est excellent à ce restaurant que je connais bien. Mais je ne sais pas pourquoi hier, dans l'entrée les Oignons Bhaji étaient secs. Le Nan lui était un peu dure comme s'il n'était pas assez cuit. Tout le reste était excellent.
via LibroWonderful meal! I went for my birthday with 5 family members, we all had the "Feast" & everything was delicious! The service was wonderful as well. The servers overheard it was my birthday & even brought me a complementary dessert with a candle & sang me happy birthday, very nice detail! I will definitely return.
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This was a return visit after a few years. This is really a five-star experience. Greeted by hostess & owner & welcomed by waiter immediately.
Delicious food & breads.
Spotless restaurant totally COVID sensitive.
Looking forward to our next visit soon.