Welcome to Punjab Canteen, the essential Indian restaurant in NDG, Montreal. Discover our varied menu and our delicious dishes filled with flavors of India: samosa, pakora, tandoors, biryani, dal, chicken, lamb, fish, vegetables, burgers, fusion dishes and even more delicious dishes to satisfy all tastes. Visit us or order online for delivery or take out.
Punjab Canteen offers authentic Punjabi flavors with fresh ingredients and generous portions in a warm, welcoming atmosphere for lunch or dinner, and is frequently praised for delicious food and attentive, friendly service. Reviewers describe consistency in taste and a home-like vibe, with reliable, helpful staff and clean surroundings. While most experiences are highly positive and recommendations flow, some notes point to occasional slow service during peak hours, music that is sometimes loud, and a few menu readability or spice level issues that affected certain meals. Overall, it is viewed as a top choice for real Indian comfort food in Montreal, delivering strong hospitality, good value, and memorable flavors that encourage repeat visits.
Had a wonderful experience at this Indian restaurant! The food was absolutely delicious-full of authentic flavors & perfectly prepared. What really made our visit special, though, was the exceptional service. Anu, our waitress, was incredibly helpful, attentive, & warm throughout the meal. She made great recommendations & ensured everything was just right. Her friendly attitude truly elevated our dining experience. Highly recommend this place, & a big thank you to Anu for making our visit so enjoyable!
The food was delicious, we took the butter chicken & chicken fried rice & it was awesome. The staff was also super friendly & the ambiance was cozy & nice, definitely recommend!
Mar 17, 2026
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Food is so delecious & the service is very quick. I personally recommend to everyone please visit once & you ll have a great experience. Anu served us, she is very polite & have a great experience.
Amazing experience like always, my friend tried indian food for the first time. The staff is great & they were very courteous. Anu & Anju helped us. We had a great experience.
Highly recommend it.
A truly authentic Indian place. Everything tasted fresh & perfectly spiced, with deep flavors in every bite. I loved the taste & the overall experience-highly recommend.
Had a great experience at this restaurant. The food was fresh & full of flavor, & the portions were generous. The staff was friendly, welcoming, & attentive, which made the visit even better. The place was clean & had a nice atmosphere. Definitely a spot I would recommend & visit again.Had a great experience at this restaurant. The food was fresh & full of flavor, & the portions were generous. The staff was friendly, welcoming, & attentive, which made the visit even better. The place was clean & had a nice atmosphere. Definitely a spot I would recommend & visit again.
Jan 12, 2026
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We had a great experience at this restaurant. We celebrated a birthday here & had a wonderful time. The staff were very kind & made us feel like we were at home. I highly recommend this place to make good memories.
We had very good food. The ambiance is great & on the calmer side, which I enjoy. Food was just prefect. Reasonably priced too. Would definitely recommend & come back.
Dec 1, 2025
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Punjab Canteen truly delivers the authentic taste of Punjab! The food is prepared in a traditional way that reminds you of home, especially their churi fresh, flavorful, & made with such care that you can taste the love in every bite. The ingredients are always fresh, & the service is warm, polite, & genuine. It's rare to find such a perfect combination of great taste & traditional preparation. Highly recommend this place to anyone craving real Punjabi flavors & excellent hospitality ❤?
Punjab Canteen truly stands out when it comes to delicious, authentic Punjabi food. Every dish is full of rich flavors & prepared with great care - you can really taste the freshness & quality in every bite. The portions are generous, & the food always tastes homemade, just like traditional Punjabi cooking.
The service is just as impressive - the staff are warm, friendly, & always make sure you have everything you need. The atmosphere is welcoming & gives that perfect'home away from home' vibe.
If you're looking for great taste, top-notch food quality, & excellent service, Punjab Canteen is definitely the place to go. Highly recommended!
Oct 12, 2025
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I visited this restaurant with my family for first time & the taste & flavors were amazing. Highly recommended if you want to try some delicious Indian food. We tried chole bhatura, mix parantha, gobhi parantha & masala chai, it made our day. All too good & definitely coming back here to try more. Anu & Akhwinder served us with great hospitality. Thank you so much.
We had a great experience at Punjab Canteen, Montreal. The food was delicious, freshly made, & full of authentic flavors. The service was excellent & very friendly. Highly recommend this place!
