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.
Overall, reviews of Oorja describe a vibrant Indo Chinese fusion spot with inventive cocktails, playful tapas style dishes, and a warm, stylish ambiance that can range from relaxed lunch vibes to lively evenings with live music. The food frequently earns praise for bold flavors and presentation, with favorites including momos, chicken lollipops, chilli chicken, duck wings and other tapas style plates, while some diners note portions can be small for the price and spice levels may be very high. Cocktails are repeatedly highlighted as well balanced and creative, with several guests enjoying standout options and seasonal changes. Service is a common point, with many experiences described as friendly, attentive and professional, though others recount slow or inconsistent service, missed items, or long waits. The setting is often praised as chic and cozy, with attractive presentation and a welcoming atmosphere suited for dates, gatherings, or casual bites. Overall, Oorja comes across as a notable destination for Indo Chinese fusion in the area, delivering memorable drinks and interesting dishes, but with uneven service and portion consistency that may vary by visit.
Everything was wonderful. One of the best dining experiences we've had in Montreal. Food was delicious & spicy & the drinks were creative & tasty & also quite strong. We hope to be back soon!
Nov 5, 2023
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Un peu onéreux vis à vis de la quantité de nourriture servie par plats, service un peu lent mais toujours polis & respectueux.
Nourriture très bonne & musique pas trop forte qui permet de discuter. On a apprécié notre souper.
It's a cosy date spot with great Indo Chinese food. The serving size is comparatively small. I liked the ambiance & the customer service. It would be great to see a bigger menu & food servings.
Food was delicious but we were 3 people who each ordered an entre & main, 1 entre was received, same person got their main & the other 2 had not even gotten their entres, then entres & mains came at the same time There were 9 other customers when we got there & 24 in total when we left. Won't be back until service is ironed out.
Oct 25, 2023
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Came here for a friend's birthday. Our server was great. The food was good but the prices were a bit high for the portion sizes. I tried the lamb spring rolls which were phenomenal & the salad (appetiser) which was also good but not sure how the price is justified. The music was quite loud & the bathrooms are oddly located without hooks for your bag, etc. By the time we left, the restaurant was entirely full & we physically had a hard time leaving due to how many tables were squeezed into the place. Overall the place is nice but not sure I would return.
Giving it 3 star because the portion of the meal was way less than expected. I have been to PF Chang, Jack Astor, Elixor & a few named restaurants but their portion of the food is good according to the price. Even the choice of the drinks were not much here. I was really excited after seeing a post on Instagram but was really disappointed after spending 115$. I'd suggest to offer more portion of the plate or better choices of the menu.
Oct 22, 2023
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First time there, on a Saturday, on a date with my husband.
The ambiance is perfectly right: the lighting, the music & its volume.
The staff is professional & very nice.
The food & the drinks just as perfect as the rest.
It was such a great discovery & will definitely go back.
Tried 9 different dishes & all were hits amongst the table. Everyone at the table had prior experiences with Hakka cuisine & this was up there with the best of it. Really great flavours & proteins were cooked well. Service was really great & the staff was incredibly friendly. Great resto experience from beginning to the end.
Expérience décevante, cocktail long a recevoir reçu plus de 10-15 minutes après les 2 entrées, goût répétitif, nous avons commandé au total 5 plats (2 entrée & 3 plats (pour 2 pers)) & 3 semblait avoir la même base de sauce très relevée, service long pour un mercredi & resto à moitié plein, autre déception nous avons pris du vins au verre sans demander le prix, (il n’y a pas de carte des vins), le vin proposé était à 29,50$ le verre qui n’était pas généreux, donc pour 4 verres 118$… Points positifs, belle ambiance, décor apaisant. Bref, facture de 274$.
