Maison Inja earns praise for delicious, authentic Persian dishes with fragrant saffron notes, generous portions, and a warm, homey atmosphere. Reviews highlight attentive, friendly service and a cozy, welcoming vibe, making it a standout Montreal dining option, though a few comments note premium pricing and occasional service or billing hiccups.
Maison Inja truly feels like home the moment you walk in. The cozy atmosphere & warm décor give you the sense that you're visiting a friend's house rather than a restaurant. The dishes are infused with beautiful aromas of saffron, making every bite comforting & flavorful. On top of that, the staff are incredibly welcoming & attentive, making you feel like part of the family. Both the quality & presentation of the food are outstanding it's a perfect combination of hospitality & excellence, highly recommend!
I was really impressed by this restaurant. From my past experiences with other Persian places, I expected good food ,but this was on another level. The menu is based on real home style recipes, & the flavors reminded me of dishes made by my mom , rich, aromatic, & full of character. The quality of the ingredients stood out right away. You usually only see this level of quality in very expensive restaurants, but here it comes at a fair & reasonable price, which makes it a great value. The décor was beautiful, with a warm & cozy atmosphere that felt welcoming & home-like. The service was also excellent .the staff were kind, attentive, & made the whole experience even better. As someone from the Middle East, where food culture is close to Iran's, I was very happy to find a place in Montreal that stays true to authentic flavors & traditions. This restaurant is a real gem, & I highly recommend it.
Delicious food! So flavourful & fragrant. High quality & made with care. Service was excellent 👍 the waitress was friendly & timely. Ambiance was very cozy.
The atmosphere is cozy in this home-like restaurant. Food is pretty decent & exotic for foreigners but unfortunately it is outrageously expensive for what it is. Happy to have tried but I believe that there are better places for this price range.
Beautifully designed & decorated women operated Persian restaurant with great ambience & very cozy spot to relax & enjoy amazing authentic persian food with exceptional modern presentation. super friendly & nice staff.
Don't forget to ask for Persian tea with cinnamon, cardamom & homemade cookies.
May 26, 2025
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Maison Inja was my first try to Persian food, I left very satisfied already planning my next visit. The dishes are thoughtfully crafted & the drinks was the best I've ever had. Service was impeccable- friendly & attentive without being overbearing. A must visit for anyone who appreciates quality food & a cozy yet refined atmosphere.
'I had a wonderful experience at this restaurant! The atmosphere is incredibly warm & inviting, with beautiful & tasteful decor that creates a cozy yet elegant vibe. The food was absolutely delicious, made with high-quality ingredients & bursting with flavor. The staff were friendly & attentive, providing excellent service that made the whole experience even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience!'
Feb 10, 2025
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From the very first bite, we knew we were in for a treat! We ordered the kebab Digi & the Meat & Eggplant Tahchin, & both were absolutely delicious. The tahdig was perfectly crispy, & the flavors were rich, aromatic, & well-balanced. The dishes came with a variety of sides, adding to the experience. On top of that, our waitress was incredibly warm & welcoming, offering great recommendations. The cozy & beautifully designed space made the meal even more enjoyable.
I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for an authentic & flavorful dining experience!
The restaurant has a nice atmosphere with a cozy & warm environment, & the food is aesthetically pleasing - but this is where the positives end. When you first sit down, you'll notice still or sparkling water bottles on the tables by default, which you'll be charged for if opened. The restaurant seems to employ every trick to extract maximum money from guests. They only bring the drink menu initially, claiming they want guests to order drinks first, & we had to wait 15 minutes to get the full menu. The appetizer portions were absolutely tiny, with less than a palm-sized portion of bread (which costs extra if you request more). The prices are very high, & unfortunately, the quality doesn't justify them. It's essentially an above-average place trying to charge fine dining prices. The rice dishes were heavily doused with rosewater, which completely masked every other flavor. The lamb shank was very tough, not soft & fall-off-the-bone as it should be. All the kebab dishes were disappointing since they don't have a real grill to cook them - they all had a gray color & were rather tough with occasional burn marks. The desserts, some of which weren't available, were quite underwhelming. Overall, if you've never had Persian food & mostly care about presentation & ambiance, you might be okay with this place. However, for anyone else, especially those familiar with Persian or even fusion Persian food, I suggest trying somewhere else, as the quality & prices don't match the aesthetics.
I had the pleasure of dining at Maison Inja with my colleagues, & we were all thoroughly impressed. The atmosphere was simply amazing-warm, cozy, & welcoming, with a chic yet homey décor that made you feel right at ease. It truly felt like stepping into a beautifully designed Persian home. The food was an absolute delight. The menu was creative & unique, even for those familiar with Persian cuisine. Each dish was thoughtfully presented, with a modern touch that made us want to try everything. The flavors were incredible, showcasing a perfect balance between tradition & innovation. The service was equally impressive. The staff were kind, attentive, & always ready to help. Maison Inja is a gem that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for an exceptional dining experience. Thank you Zahra jaan for a fantastic evening-we'll definitely be back!
Lovely service, DEEEEELICIOUS food, super cozy ambiance. I'm a chef & it's rare that I'm blown away by a restaurant. This is a 10/10 in every way. I can't wait to come back.
Nov 26, 2024
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This place was incredible! The food quality was outstanding & the staff were extremely polite & welcoming. I tried the shishlik & Adas Polo & each dish was absolutely delicious. I highly recommend them. The decor was beautiful, & the cozy atmosphere made me feel completely at home. Truly, one of the best restaurants in Montreal.
My husband & I went to this restaurant for lunch. The appetizer I ordered was called skillet eggplant (if I'm not mistaken) & it was a new recipe kinda combination of kashke badenjan & Mirza ghasemi. The eggplant was smoked & it tasted so good. I just wish it was served warm. The main course; I ordered chicken & spinach tahchin & my husband ordered kabak digi tahchin. His dish was really good, mine was good too but at some point I felt a little bit greasy. Each dish comes with marinated olives & mint yogurt. The restaurant design was vintage & reminds me of my grandparents house. It was nostalgic & cozy. Overall I would recommend it specially for the Tahchin lovers! ☺️
I recommend 200% !!! I tried the eggplant chicken tahchin & the lubia polo tahchin & they were both AMAZINGLY delicious 🫠😍 the place is clean, quiet & very cozy. If I were to give some improvement ideas: the waiter should not come & ask us if we are done 15min after receiving the plates, the portions could be slightly bigger (they are so good)
Such a nice evening. Not traditional but fusion Iranian cuisine with a very Mediterranean & fresh taste. Cozy place & comforting food & very polite & welcoming service. Coming back for sure.
