MMama Khan is bringing the taste of Khyber Pakhtun Khwa to a plate near you. Originally born and raised in a small village in the mountainous regions of Peshawar where she honed her cooking skills.
Let your taste buds be enticed by authenticPeshawari cooking, you will be taken on a culinary journey with flavor's that will leave you coming back for more. Mama emphasizes that in order to taste good food you need the perfect service; and her staff isn't short of making you feel at home.
Diners describe Mama Khan as an authentically halal Pakistani spot with rich Peshawari flavors and generous portions, where dishes such as butter chicken, chicken karahi, lamb karahi, chapli kebab, biryani, haleem, chana samosa and large garlic naan showcase home style preparation. The service is noted as friendly and attentive, with staff able to explain dishes, tailor spice levels and create a warm family like atmosphere supported by multilingual staff and a calm background soundtrack. Community involvement is a common theme, with praise for giving back through free meals to those in need and for supporting local causes, adding meaning to the meal. Some reviews mention that dine in experiences are consistently flavorful while delivery can be unreliable with issues like undercooked meat or missing items, so ordering for delivery may require caution. Overall the food is described as flavorful and generously portioned, with standout kebabs and breads and service described as exceptional, making Mama Khan a standout choice for authentic Pakistani cuisine in the area.
We were visiting Montreal & searching for halal food & based on Google reviews we ordered food from them. The serving size was too small, although it mentioned 2 person serving on the website but it wasn't even enough for 1. Tandoori chicken was so burnt that it was black in color. Same was with chicken kababs. Karahi was tasteless not even close to Pakistani food. Also, on the website free soup was offered & I added it to my order but I didn't receive it. I won't recommend this restaurant.
Mama Khan, located in Montreal's Plateau, offers authentic Halal Pakistani cuisine with rich, traditional Peshawari flavors.
Mama khan gave the generous portions & high quality of the food. The Chicken Karahi stands out for its rich, indulgent flavor, often noted to be prepared with butter (or makhni style), making it creamy & satisfying. Although dishes such as Biryani are rich in flavor, the spice level may be mild, so it's advisable to request extra spice for those who enjoy a spicier taste.
The must-try Kebabs & enormous, fresh chapati bread perfectly complement the hearty main courses. The service is friendly, Mama gave us a free chai, completing a warm, family-like dining experience.
Dec 15, 2025
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Finding true Pakistani taste is difficult when you are touring in a foreign city but we were lucky to find Mama Khan. The food was tasty & service was a-one. We ordered pishawari karhai, chicken biryani & Chaplin kebab. All were good. Parking is difficult to find though. There is a paid parking about 10 mins away.
First time trying Pakistani food & it was a pleasure! The Chapni kebab was succulent, crispy & full of flavour. The butt lamb was delicious, creamy, buttery, tomatoey, an expolosion of flavours. I must say the lamb was a bit fatty but overall, we had a great meal & will definitely be back! Also the service was impeccable, attentive, you can tell there is passion & soul in this place. Thank you!
Mama Khan Restaurant in Montreal offers a flavorful taste of Pakistani cuisine. The chicken karahi was absolutely amazing-rich, tender, & full of authentic spices. The chicken biryani was delicious with perfectly cooked rice & well-seasoned chicken. A special highlight was the fresh garlic naan, soft & fragrant, the perfect complement to the meal. Highly recommended for anyone craving traditional & satisfying Pakistani food in the city.
After a lot of searching & asking local friends for recommendations I settled on Mama Khan for Pakistani food that my parents were craving.
We arrived early for lunch & were immediately greeted, & seated. Tanbir/Tanvir was a great host front of house & provided background on the restaurant & recommendations for my parents for authentic Peahawari style taste.
My mom continues to rave that it was the best Pakistani food she had on our weeklong trip across Canada.
props to Tanvir & the chef on taste, hospitality & presentation. Definitely worth visiting again with friends.
This is place is an absolute must , as a Pakistani man this place taste as authentic as it gets . Like others have said the chupli kabobs are absolute must . Chicken kari is best in the city hands down . & when I came they ran out of samosa chat but if they ran out it must be off the charts . The service was remarkable super friendly & fast .
Mama Khan is a traditional Pakistani Cuisine Restaurant. It has both indoor & outdoor sitting places. In good weather you can enjoy street views while enjoying your food outside. The inside hall is reasonably spacious & can have a goop dinner of 30-40 peoples easily. The restaurant ambiance is quite basic in indoor sitting & should be improved. They are displaying a repeating recording of Pakistani style of cooking of their dishes. This is a good idea but the cooking video has been shot in not a very clean kitchen, this rather is very bad. In a civic society like Canadian society, please present a very clean kitchen video. This point is added for your improvement. However, their food is too good. We had Smoosa Chat, Pakoras & Peshawari Chicken Karahi with Karak Chai & Naans. Smoosa Chat was very good, Pakoras needs to be improved a bit but Peshawari Chicken Karahi was awesome. I am a visitor from Pakistan, we rarely find such a perfect Karahi in Pakistan. Stay prospering & keep it up.
Dec 20, 2024
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Just arrived in Canada two months ago & was craving authentic Pakistani cuisine. Mama Khan just hit the spot. Their food is so good & tastes exactly like back home. The peshawari karahi & chapli kebab were amazing. Will be definitely going back soon!!
When you walk in it feels like you at Gramma's house! The food smells/taste amazing!! The service is fantastic!! I would 100% recommend to anyone that wants authentic Pakistani food or even just to eat great food!
The most amazing, delicious & authentic Pakistani food. The Channa & the Peshwari Karahi are everything!! A must try. Can't wait to be back. Thank you Mama Khan!!
Ce restaurant pakistanais est une véritable découverte, surtout pour les amateurs de chapli kebab. Leurs kababs sont croustillants à l'extérieur, juteux à l'intérieur, avec des épices parfaitement équilibrées qui ravissent les papilles. L'atmosphère est chaleureuse & authentique, & le service est attentionné. Que ce soit pour un dîner en semaine ou une sortie entre amis, c'est un endroit incontournable pour savourer des plats authentiques & délicieux. Je recommande vivement, surtout pour leur incroyable chapli kebab ! -- This Pakistani restaurant is an absolute gem, especially for chapli kebab lovers. Their kababs are perfectly crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, with a balanced mix of spices that delight the taste buds. The atmosphere is warm & authentic, & the service is attentive. Whether for a weeknight dinner or a casual outing with friends, this place is a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy authentic & delicious dishes. Highly recommended, especially for their incredible chapli kebab!
Sep 6, 2024
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I came by closing time , & they gave me Extra left overs with my order oh my, these guys are the best subhanallah GREAT PRAYER PLACE TOO AFTER YOURE MEAL.. GUYS LISTEN GET ANY OF THERE KARHAI Or their Kababs that's there specialty what there famous for in Montreal. Take my word, these guys are 10/10 great service cold water & good because they don't play music, unless like the Pakistani Harmonica counts Idk , asides from that there's absolutely no music this is a great Karahi place hands down !
I highly recommend this restaurant to all those looking for authentic Pakistani flavours! Ordered the Chapli kabob, chicken Karahi, lamb Karahi, regular naan, tandoori Biryani, & mango Lassi. Everything was cooked perfect & amazing flavours! Special shoutout for the Chapli kabob & naan! The mango lassi was the perfect temperature & flavour!! I would only say the washroom & dining area be updated & expanded **Regular spice level was perfect for non Pakistani family!
