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 frequently celebrated as a vibrant, cozy, and unique dining destination that offers a standout Indo-Chinese fusion menu alongside expertly crafted, seasonal cocktails. Many patrons appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, which is often enhanced by live music, professional staff, and a stylish interior that makes it a great spot for both casual outings and special celebrations. While feedback on the consistency of portion sizes and occasional service delays varies, the majority of visitors find the food to be flavorful, fresh, and high-quality, frequently highlighting dishes like the Majestic chicken, oyster mushrooms, and various momos as must-try items. With reasonable pricing and a warm, hospitable vibe, it remains a favorite neighborhood gem for many who enjoy creative, delicious plates in a lively setting.
A beautiful relaxing spot in the heart of Saint-Henri quarter. The cocktails alone were worth the visit as each one offers a unique & amazing experience you won't find elsewhere.
They have live jazz music on Thursdays creating a cozy atmosphere to enjoy good food & drinks.
The staff was extremely friendly & helpful.
Will certainly be back to experience the rest of what their menus have to offer.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
C'était super! J'y suis allée deux fois à date. J'ai essayé des plats & cocktails différents à chaque fois & tout était délicieux (rouleaux à l'agneau, moules au curry, bouchées de chou-fleur, poulet au chili, poisson apollo)!
Oorja is a neighborhood spot, & we love to come here. The cocktails are good, the puns are fine. We like a good goof. They used to have this really beautiful spicy chicken dish, it's still on the menu but recently they toned it down, the dish lost all it's edge & taste. Stick your guns Oorja! We will show up for your og recipes.
I came once & you had me fill out a paper survey at your bar, I wrote « keep your spicey chkn » & you must have lost my paper cause u took out the spice. I even drew u a picture. Damn.
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.
