Maison ChaïShaï is praised for authentic Indian and Pakistani flavors, a standout chai program, and a diverse menu that covers classic street foods, hearty mains, and creative twists like butter chicken poutine. The ambiance is described as warm, colorful, and welcoming, with a family-run vibe and generally friendly service, though a few visits note slower pacing or inconsistency. Flavors are repeatedly highlighted as delicious and satisfying, with chai, Kashmiri chai, samosas, dahi puri, pani puri, biryani, and desserts like Gulab Jamun earning frequent praise, while some guests find portions small for the price or question value. Many reviewers say they would return for the food and atmosphere and appreciate the reasonable prices and the option to try traditional and fusion dishes in one place.
ChaiShai is a must-try for any Indian food lover. Their food is incredible & bursts with flavour! The Samosa Channa Chaat, Chicken Biryani, Haryali Chicken are all absolutely amazing. Their take on poutine (butter chicken poutine) is really original & so good too (as is their take on grilled cheese sandwich - the Bombay). & the desserts are amazing - the BEST Gulab Jamun! Their masala chai & Kashmiri chai are perfection in a cup. The service is warm & so hospitable, truly a special place.
It answered all my cravings at once. The food was sooo good & the staff was incredibly friendly. I had the samosa chana & this absolute delicious treat (see in picture). Highly recommend 👌
I ate here with 4 other people & we all thought the dishes just tasted wonderful. Service was really great & the menu had a lot of interesting variations of classic indian dishes. The pani puri with the yogurt inside & also the samosa chaat were stand outs.
We had karak chai (tea) , vegetable samosa & gulab jamun cheesecake today & believe me it was the best chai & samosa I have had in Montreal! 👏🏻 Highly recommended desi Inidan/Pakistani restaurant. ☕️ Edit: we went again & tried Masala Fries & they were super hit 🤤 must try!! Edit2: so tried their Aloo tikki Sliders & they were a hit too! Recommended!!!! 👍🏻
Oct 3, 2024
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We ordered samosa Dahi poori & samosa chat, Dahi poori was great Samosa chat was very bland in taste & I personally felt samosas are stale, it's a cozy place.
Maison Chaisai: A Nice Spot for Chai & Snacks Maison Chaisai offers a decent ambiance & good food, making it a pleasant place to hang out for chai & snacks. The butter chicken poutine was enjoyable, & the samosa chaat was a hit with everyone at our table. The highlight of our meal was the gulab jamun cheesecake, which truly stood out. While the service could have been slightly better, the overall experience was still positive. Maison Chaisai is a nice spot for a casual outing with friends, & I look forward to returning for more of their tasty offerings.
If you like butter chicken, this is the place for you. The chicken is very tender & the sauce is rich, smooth & creamy. The vege samosa is packed with flavour with a flake exterior, a true delicacy. Their butter chicken poutine is an awesome invention & the concept works really well. The staff are very friendly & welcoming. I totally recommend this spot!
Feb 14, 2024
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Absolutely delicious! The atmosphere was welcoming & the service was so friendly. We ate butter chicken, chana masala, chicken Biryani, samosa, golgappa (highly recommend!!), cheese cake, & masala chai (also highly recommend!). Everything to share with 4 friends. Will come here again next time I'm in Montreal.
The food was good, we ordered the butter chicken poutine, a samosa, Aloo paneer, & some Chai. The service wait time is quite long when they are busy so be aware of that. The atmosphere is very cozy with many decorations. Food is decent in its quantity & taste for the price you pay.
Decided to check this place out over the weekend. Ordered Samosas, Kashmiri Chai, gulabjamun n gulabjamun cheesecake.
Was glad to see butter chicken poutine-sort of fusion Indo Québécois’s!
Chai was great
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The Samosas were tasty.
Gjams we’re good too.
The servers were very polite n you instantly feel welcomed! Good job!
Menu is quite good for chai accompaniments!
The decor is cool.
Verdict- like it!
Will bring in colleagues n friends for chai here.
