Le Taj
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Le Taj
11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5 pm - 11 pm
| 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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via LibroTous les mets étaient très délicieux. Le service était aussi impeccable. Nous y retournerons certainement.
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La nourriture était excellente, l'atmosphère agréable & le service hors pair. Nous avons très bien mangé & passé une agréable soirée.
Nous allons y retourner.
via LibroMy favourite Indian restaurant in Montreal! Delicious favour full dishes accompanied by great & attentive service.
via LibroGreat food. Great service. A place where you can talk without having to yell which is becoming somewhat of a rarity these days.
via LibroExcellent service, wonderful food, big portions. What more can you ask for?
via LibroHad an excellent Valentine's dinner with my beautiful wife! The service & food was exceptional again as always. Thank you for the fine dining & the hospitality!
via LibroAbsolutely love this restaurant. We had a birthday celebration, they did a fantastic job making us feel special & ensuring everything was perfect. Thank you!
via LibroDes plats savoureux, un personnel des plus attentionné, bon choix de vin & breuvages sans oublier la fabrication du pain naan en direct fort appréciée des enfants. Un aspect à améliorer: offrir des contenants recyclables au lieu du styromousse pour les populaires "doggy bag".
via LibroFantastic experience once again last night. The quality of the food & customer service is of a consistently high standard at this restaurant & you always get a warm welcome - even on a cold snowy night!!
via LibroExcellent food. Very nice place to enjoy a night out with someone special
via LibroAs always ... so delicious !!!! My favorite Indian restaurant in town
via LibroNous fréquentons ce restaurant depuis plusieurs années. La nourriture est succulente, le service attentionné & l'ambiance chaleureuse.
via LibroMerveilleux! Comme toujours, nourriture & service impeccables. J'adore cet endroit.
via LibroFantastic food & service - I am a regular customer & always receive a warm welcome on arrival, excellent service & high quality food.
via LibroC'est toujours un véritable bonheur autant pour le coeur que pour les papilles gustatives d'aller manger au Taj. Que dire du personnel tellement gentil & attentif. Nous avons déjà hâte d'y retourner.