Oorja
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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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Sangeeta
Loved the place & the service
Jonathan did an excellent job with our order
The food was delicious
By far the best Indo Chinese food I've had in Montreal
Kudos to the team!!View more
Guillaume
succulents plats, ambiance conviviale & chaleureuse, parfait pour partager de beaux moments avec amis.es ou partenaires ! Le service était excellent.View more
Yusuf
This is the best hakka chinese restaurant in Montreal. Oorja means Energy...& this restaurant had the best energy. The taste was outstanding & the drinks classy. & the service was homely. Hidden gem.View more
Hélène
They have 3 variation of Vegan momo (fried, chili, steamed). The Vegan chili momo are wok tossed in a spicy chili sauce (ginger, garlic, bell peppers, onions). The sauce is quite spicy! There's a lot of sauce leftover, so I'm gonna save it to eat with rice. :DView more
Chris
I have had many Indo-Chinese dishes in my home town of Delhi, & have never found anything akin to the spicyness & flavour of those meals here in Canada. Until now. Oorja was phenomenal. I was transported back to Asia when I ate here this evening. The food was exceptional. The ambiance was delightful. I highly highly recommend anyone who is searching for a meal brimming with flavour, please come here. 11/10View more
Tiffany
The menu has unique dishes. Loved the asian salad, steamed momo with the sauce & thr chili paneer. The hakka noddles & fried rice were average. If you can't handle spicy, beware cause level 1 spice was really really spicy (& I have a really good spice tolerance). The prices are reasonable with generous portions.View more
Sai
Cute place. The food was pretty tasty & the portions were a good size. The cocktails felt a little watered down & could use improvement. Great vibes for a date night spot. However, the service was very slow & our food took about 45 minutes to come out.View more
Phillip
On a commandé 5 affaires & toutes étaient absolument parfaites. Le service était excellent & la place est très cute pis confortable. Il y aura un groupe de jazz live aussi. J'ai hâte de retourner & de essayer les autres affaires & les cocktails :) PS plusieurs options veggie aussiView more
Tess
The food was tasty though the flavour profiles of most dishes we tried were pretty similar. The momos, both fried & steamed were a little on the tough side. Cocktails were excellent & the atmosphere was nice. Though the staff were super friendly, the service was quite slow & could be more attentive. Overall, we enjoyed our time there but not sure we'd run back.View more
Jules
Underrated restaurant! If you like spicy food, this is the place! They serve great food & all the flavors are great. The szechuan fried rice was very spicy, & I loved it. With all the spicy food, the servers are quick to react to fill your water glass.View more
Vivian
Indo-Hakka is actually Indian-style Chinese food. The so-called Indian Hakka cuisine is Indian ingredients & spices + Chinese seasoning cooking techniques. It is a "copycat version of Chinese cuisine" made by Chinese people far away from their hometown. "Manchurian Chicken" is the signature dish of Indian Hakka cuisine. It is similar to General Tso's Chicken. It is a kind of chicken nuggets fried in sweet & sour sauce. I didn't order it! But I ordered fried chicken buns with spicy sauce (chicken chili momo by wok ). Of course, the name doesn't matter. Deliciousness is the king. It's still a good taste. Paired with white rice, it's very delicious! The fried oyster mushrooms are also perfect. The big oyster mushrooms are crispy ,& paired with a special sauce, it's more delicious than meat! Personally, I think this is the first Chinese restaurant in Montreal that doesn't have wonton soup/hot & sour soup. The duck soup has a strong pepper flavor, which is very heartwarming in this cold winter. "Indian Hakka cuisine" is the product of Hakka immigrants. The Chinese who first arrived in India were the same as the Chinese who went to Southeast Asia. They were poor people in coastal areas of China. They crossed the ocean to avoid war or seek better life . From 1772 to 1911, the capital of British India was Kolkata, where the Chinese mainly lived. Food allows people to glimpse the history & culture of different countries & ethnic groups. The food on the plate reveals the secrets of human past & present. I often learn about the world at the table.View more
Eric
I rarely leave reviews, however this evening required special mention. It is rare that you have a meal & everything comes together as a gastronomic experience of tastes. Tonight was one of those nights! Everything from the entré to the final spoon of dessert was exceptional. I highly recommend this feast for the taste buds!View more
Shreya
Amazing food! Beautiful cozy aesthetic ambience ! Highly recommend for the best indo-Chinese food in town.View more
Matthew
Second time, still not impressed. The options seem interesting but it was all very bland & very greasy - better options in the area!View more
Justine
La nourriture était délicieuse (rouleaux de printemps à l'agneau, dumplings, ailes de poulet, poisson...). Bien présenté & très savoureuse (assez épicé mais le niveau d'épice est bien indiqué sur le menu). Le chef est également venu s'assurer de notre satisfaction, a donné des informations supplémentaires sur la cuisine & les plats & a répondu à nos questions! Belles décorations & bonne musique! Restaurent qui gagne définitivement à être connu comme il y avait peu de personnes lors de notre visite. Il serait intéressant d'avoir du café (à venir selon serveuse) & choix plus varié de vin!View more
Best
For a unique dining experience in Montreal, look no further than @oorjamtl! This beautifully decorated, intimate restaurant offers a cozy & comfortable atmosphere that's perfect for enjoying a meal with friends (or dates). This place brings a delightful fusion of flavors to the table. The dishes are genuinely spicy, so be warned! Each bite is a celebration of bold flavors & vibrant spices, & we loved every detail of our meal. We really enjoy the desserts as well, especially the seasonal cannoli which was whimsically adorned with a fortune ribbon. It was a delightful touch that added a playful element to our dining experience. Overall, this is a must-visit for anyone looking to explore the delicious intersection of Indian & Chinese cuisines. With its inviting ambiance & mouthwatering dishes, it's a culinary journey you won't want to miss!View more
Boomshiki
Amazing fried rice, noodles, manchurian. The apricot dessert is fantastic.View more
Zeina
I went there on Friday & i was kind of disappointed. It was my second time, & i only went there again because i really enjoyed the food. On Friday, the restaurant was busy. We waited 20 minutes in order to be seated. Once we were seated, we ordered right away. Our food took very long to arrive. It took around 40 minutes & we were just 2 people. So i could say overall the service was really slow & bad. After our food has arrived we ordered spicy mayo which arrived 10 minutes later. But the food was good. We got the majestic chicken, fried rice, paneer chilli & shrimp. Not sure if we would go again.View more
Tianjing
Went with my girlfriend for my birthday, the service was excellent. Hope ya'll remember us sharing a cake together! If you go, definitely try the chicken lollipops, by far the best dish on their menu. Next time I'll order it twice.View more