Oorja serves a distinct culinary fusion that bridges traditional Indian spices with vibrant Chinese cooking techniques. Patrons encounter a robust menu featuring clay oven delicacies alongside wok-fired specialties that highlight bold flavors and fresh ingredients. The kitchen emphasizes high-heat preparation methods, resulting in aromatic curries and savory noodle dishes that define its unique grill-based profile. Each plate maintains a balance between the heat of classic tandoori preparations and the distinct umami profile inherent in regional Asian stir-fries. This establishment operates as a functional hub for those seeking diverse flavor profiles in a singular setting. Consistent seasoning and authentic spice blends serve as the primary focus, ensuring that every dish meets precise standards of preparation. The setting remains focused on efficient service while providing a comprehensive selection of fusion-oriented main courses and appetizers for interested guests.
Oorja is widely recognized as a standout destination for Indo Chinese fusion cuisine in Montreal, frequently praised for its innovative menu, flavorful dishes like the majestic chicken, and exceptionally well-crafted, creative cocktails. Most guests appreciate the cozy, lively, and welcoming atmosphere, which is often enhanced by live music and professional, friendly service. While the majority of visitors have stellar experiences, opinions on the service and portion sizes are somewhat mixed. Some patrons find the portions to be on the smaller side for the price, and others have encountered occasional inconsistencies with service speed and order accuracy during busy periods. Despite these isolated critiques, the consensus remains that the restaurant is a hidden gem that delivers a unique and highly enjoyable dining experience worth returning to.
I gave two chances to this place & it was the last… First time they had only one server & it was very chaotic. But the server was so nice we decided to come back.
Half the menu was missing, no beers & most of the cocktails too. We ordered an appetizer & 4-5 ingredients were missing from the plate. The cabbage, the cucumber, the cilantro, & so on. So it was just tasteless fried noodles.
We told the server; & he only said'oups the kitchen forgot to tell me & made the plate anyway' He'removed it' from the bill but at the end the'promo' they have on Tuesday & Wednesday was not a promo at all, he put a SIDE dish in the'two plate 1 drink deal' & the server got frustrated with me explaining it, even tho it doesn't make any sense.
Overall it was very disappointing for a 80$ bill & he was acting like he was doing us a favor for removing a plate missing all its ingredients. It's also a poor decision to make the meal anyway hoping we wouldn't notice.
There's so many better places around Notre-Dame, go try them instead.
2026 March: just came here for cocktails which were nice, pleasant service, pretty decor.
2024: Minced lamb spring roll & chicken Manchurian were okay, nothing special in terms of flavour or texture. The side sauces didn't help the rolls. Noodles for the chicken were okay.
Such a great restaurant! It's always tricky pleasing elderly parents when you're trying to get them to try something new, but to my surprise they LOVED everything that we ordered: Money bag, Cauliflower bites (REALLY GOOD), Lillipop Chicken ( CRISPY, JUICY & FLAVOURFUL), Minced lamb spring rolls, Chinese bhel, Chilli paneer, Veg manchurian, Chilli chicken, Majestic chicken, Fried rice
& Hakka noodles.
Service was equally great! Thank you 😊
Aug 8, 2026
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We had a reservation at 7:30 p.m. on a Friday, but they were already missing four menu items & two cocktails. When we ordered, they informed us that the fried shrimp was no longer available, even though it seemed like all the food was frozen, like the chewy calamari. The green beans tasted like gasoline or propane. The bathroom felt like an old nightclub at 3 a.m., with a slippery floor & missing toilet seats, right next to the kitchen. Everything felt dirty. We wouldn't recommend this place. The place was loud due to the large industrial fan, as there was no air conditioning, & it felt quite hot inside.
The deep fried oyster mushrooms were absolutely incredible, the batter was crunchy & fresh, you could tell it wasn't sitting under a heat lamp. Fantastic custom cocktails made be friendly, attentive staff.
Souper entre copines samedi soir, nourriture goûteuse & savoureuse. Nouilles Hakka & poulet chili, je reprendrais sans hésiter. Pas beaucoup de choix de breuvage sans alcool, mais le Forty Birds sans alcool était 10/10. Pas d'air clim, il faisait très chaud dans le resto. Service attentionné & très sympatique. Prix raisonnable.
Nous sommes allé à ce resto en couple. Nous avons pris deux cocktails & 4 entrées: salade asiatique, nouille chinoise (épicé), haricots verts sautés (épicé) & le poisson Apollo.
Total de la facture autour de $135 incluant taxes & pourboires.
Nous avons bien apprécié en général. Par contre, les plats auraient eu avantage à être un peu plus chaud. Autre point négatif, plusieurs plats sur le menu n'était pas disponible, ce qui restreignait les choix.
What an awesome cozy resto-bar! Absolutely thrilled I tried it. Thursday nights feature live jazz music, & it was lovely. The menu looks delicious & it was up to the expectation. The mussels were sooo tasty & that manchurian veggies are a must-try. Our server was also sweet & helpful. Price wise, I was also positively surprised, mocktails at 10 dollars, dishes from 12 to 25 dollars, definitely on the low side of the budget so we felt great ordering starters, drinks, desserts, without breaking the bank. Literally a 10/10 from the cute atmosphere to the delicious food to the music. Will be back!!
Best Indo-Chinese bar restaurant i've ever been to in Montreal. The food is just great with amazing cocktails, their'now you see me cocktail' is just a banger. The ambience is a 11/10 feels cozy, lively & calm. Such an amazing place run by people passionate about what they.
Kind patient service, delicious food, communication & nice environment. I feel the higher price for the meal is justified as it does taste premium with servers to match. I definitely would come again.
I had the lamb spring roll which tastes fine with delicious sauces but wouldn't recommend. It is much too hard & not as tasty as all other food that was great.
It would have been nice to have A/C in the place instead of the loud fan, but perhaps I'm being too particular at this point. Either way, love this place.
