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Oorja

Saint-Henri
4.4$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 5 pmValentine's Day: hours might differ
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Oorja Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Through Oorja, we aim to create a restaurant inspired by the flavors of Hakka, primarily Indo Chinese cuisine, where the emphasis is placed on fresh ingredients and great service. We take pride in the food that we create, and it is our ambition to bring this vibrant and culturally rich cuisine to Montreal. As both a restaurant and a cocktail bar, our objective is to shape a fun and dynamic environment centered around a unique culinary experience. Our team will create dishes and cocktails made from quality seasonal ingredients sourced from local producers. Indo Chinese cuisine is surprisingly absent from Montreal, and we believe that its vibrance and imaginativeness will be very well received.

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Reviews for Oorja

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on Google4.5 (300+)
*as of 2026-02-01
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Review Summary

Oorja is described in reviews as a warm, stylish spot for Indo Chinese fusion tapas with bold, inventive flavors and craft cocktails. Dishes range from veg and vegan options to meaty fare, with favorites like momos, lollipop chicken, chili chicken, dumplings, fried rice and bao buns, while spice levels can be very high and portions vary by item. The atmosphere is intimate and cozy, sometimes enhanced by live music, making it a good pick for dates or casual meals with friends. Service is frequently praised for friendliness and helpful recommendations, though a few visits report slower pacing or occasional misses. Cocktails are widely admired for balance and creativity, with some off menu or unusual options noted as memorable, and many reviewers call Oorja one of the best Indo Chinese places in Montreal at good value for the quality. Overall the dining experience blends vibrant flavors, thoughtful presentation and a welcoming, energetic ambiance that draws people back for another round.
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4.0

Resto bon rapport qualité prix. Les saveurs & la présentation des assiettes étaient très bien. C'était tranquille sur l'heure du lunch; l'ambiance était relaxe. Décor lumineux. Bon service.

Feb 4, 2026
on Google

Let's talk about the good before the bad…First, food & cocktails were absolutely delicious. Unfortunately, from the moment we walked in, the service was probably the worst we've ever had, & this despite the restaurant being about one third full.

There is so much opportunity to train the staff better so the owner can reap better profit & the customers can have a better experience. First, when customers come in, a simple hello, smile or greeting, instead of making them wait for 5min without acknowledgment, would go a long way. Then, check in with your customers so that you can be aware of when they want to order. It took 20 min after being seated for someone to come to our table & light the candle, & take our order. & this was after we flagged the waiter down. Had the cocktails come sooner, we would either have had more or had wine with dinner. Had the waiter asked us if it was our first time here or advised us on how best to order, we likely would have ordered another entree. Had the service been pleasant, we would have stayed for dessert.

Overall, this experience really made me realize that no matter how good the food is, if the service is bad, the overall experience leaves a bad taste. Unfortunately, we will not be coming back.

Jan 25, 2026
on Google

Always impressed by their menu & drinks that change seasonally! Their indochinese cuisine is truly a first in the city & the staff is welcoming & professional, highly recommend.

Jan 25, 2026
on Google
3.0

We chose this place after seeing a lot of glowing reviews on social media & decided to celebrate a birthday here. Despite the extremely cold weather & the restaurant being packed, we were seated within 10 minutes. The staff was polite, helpful, & welcoming - no complaints there.

The ambience & vibe are definitely a highlight & set the right expectations for a great dining experience. Unfortunately, that's where the positives ended for us.

We ordered Chicken Lollipop & squid as appetizers, followed by fried rice, chilli chicken, & majestic chicken for the main course. The portion sizes were shockingly small & completely unexpected. The Chicken Lollipop had just four very small pieces, which felt unreasonable for the price being charged.

This seems to be a common misconception with fine-dining restaurants - smaller portions do not automatically mean premium dining. When customers are paying higher prices, a fair & satisfying portion should still be part of the experience.

Overall, while the service & ambience were good, the food portions left us disappointed & took away from what should have been a special occasion.

Jan 24, 2026
on Google

Had food delivered on 1st week it was open. Quality & taste were ok. Yesterday dined in. Food was exceptional. Chose duck wings, chicken lollipop, lamb spring rolls, & momo dumplings as apps & the chili/Manchurian chicken, braised pork as mains. Service was very good.

Jan 19, 2026
on Google

Love this restaurant! First time there with my wife & it hit every bite out of the park! Dima took care of us from the moment we walked in the door to the farewell just over an hour later. Great advice, which we really appreciated, as all the dishes were new to us. From the soup, mushrooms, vegan momos, my fish & my wife's vegi meatball dish, all outstanding! The cocktail helped all go down even easier. We have many more dishes to try next time, but we also would want to have all the ones we had again!

Jan 3, 2026
on Google

1000 points for the service! The food is average overall & not very close to authentic Indian flavors.

Dec 31, 2025
on Google

Very very delicious. The majestic chicken is incredible. Drinks are perfect. Hospitality 10/10

Dec 21, 2025
on Google

The food was absolutely delicious & the drinks were just as good! It's not a very busy place, which makes it perfect to relax & truly enjoy your time. The manager was incredibly kind & sweet enough to let us stay a little longer while we finished up. Definitely a must-try spot!

Dec 21, 2025
on Google

Called them 4 times to reserve, no one picks. Walked in, they say it's closed for the day as they have a private dinner. Basic sense to answer calls during business hours.

Dec 12, 2025
on Google

I had the Forty Birds cocktail- delicious/ refreshing/not too sweet/ends on a subtle sour note, would get again

Dec 11, 2025
on Google

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Dec 10, 2025
on Google

Pas de service en français

Dec 10, 2025
on Google

Cocktails, amazing! Food, even better! Service, superlative! I would love to say a personal thank you to my waiter but the cocktails were to good & I can't remember their names. Great dining experience. A gem!

Dec 6, 2025
on Google

Great spot! Dima gave us a great service

Dec 2, 2025
on Google

Merci pour l'accueil Dima. C'était vraiment trop bien !

Dec 2, 2025
on Google

Finn & Dima étaient super !

Dec 2, 2025
on Google

Best Food & Cocktails.

Dec 1, 2025
on Google

So bad I thought I was being punked! Ordered chilli chicken & an asian salad for takeout & received a bowl full of romaine lettuce & a bowl of watery chilli sauce with about three chicken nuggets swimming in it, disgusting!

Nov 29, 2025
on Google

Honestly such nice people, a beautiful space, music not too loud, & the food is delightful every single time. We love showing people this spot if theyre visiting town.

Nov 27, 2025
on Google