Punjab Palace specializes in authentic North Indian cuisine featuring an extensive selection of flavorful vegetarian and meat-based dishes prepared with traditional spice blends. Signature offerings include creamy butter chicken, rich lamb rogan josh, and a variety of freshly baked tandoori breads straight from the clay oven. The menu highlights diverse preparations of lentils, chickpeas, and paneer, ensuring a robust range of textures for every preference. Diners encounter a focused approach to regional specialties that emphasizes aromatic profiles and high-quality ingredients sourced for consistent results. Each dish reflects classical cooking techniques perfected through steady mastery of heat and spice balance. The environment remains dedicated to showcasing deep culinary roots through hearty portions and reliable, flavorful profiles that remain central to the identity of this established culinary destination.
Punjab Palace is widely regarded as a standout destination for authentic Indian cuisine, consistently praised for its flavorful dishes, generous portions, and affordable pricing. Favorites frequently mentioned by diners include the thali, butter chicken, pakoras, and various breads, all of which reflect a commitment to quality and genuine spices. While some guests note that wait times can occasionally be long and others have differing preferences regarding the texture of the naan, the overall consensus highlights a welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service provided by a friendly and attentive staff. Whether visiting for a casual lunch or a special dinner, customers consistently describe the restaurant as a neighborhood gem worth returning to time and again for a delicious and reliable dining experience.
Toujours de Tres bons plats authentics, cela faisait longtemps que je n'étais pas venu & je ne suis pas déçu, les saveurs sont là(bien mijotées & ressortent) & bien épicés; ça commence bien avec une soupe au lentille & on poursuit avec un poulet Tikka masala,boeuf roganjosh, agneau jalfrezi & un machhi poissson kadhai & très bon nan. Aucun plat & goût moyen, tous Savoureux & beaucoup de légumes dans les plats (poivrons & oignons surtout), le meilleur sur la rue Jean talon, pour en avoir essayé 4 autres restos indien près de là, & moins bons. Merci à vous, on a trop mangé!
Our go-to benchmark for Indian food! The portions are generous, the flavors are rich & authentic, & the service is always polite & attentive. We especially love their pani puri-it's so good we usually get 2-3 orders to go on special occasions. Highly recommend!
Apr 21, 2025
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Delicious fresh Indian food. I have ordered so many dishes from Punjab Palace including the bhagan (eggplant), Pindi-masala (okra), tandoori chicken, chilli paneer, aloo gobi (cauliflower) as well as the mango lassi, garlic naan, rice & of course veggie samosas. Such a Gem! Highly recommend for authentic Indian food.
Hands down, the best Indian cuisine we've experienced in Montreal-& it's our first stop every time we fly in from Florida! The service is impeccable, the food is absolutely divine, & the restaurant is spotlessly clean. If you're looking for authentic flavors paired with exceptional hospitality, this place delivers on every front. What more could you ask for?
I've been a loyal customer of this restaurant for years, frequenting it at least once a month, whether dining in or ordering takeout. Sadly, it seems that the quality I once loved has taken a nosedive. **BE ADVISED that there is a new chef, this is recent** & unfortunately, the food tastes nothing like it did before. The rich, authentic flavors that kept me coming back are now a distant memory. The dishes I used to crave were amazing, but now they're just okay at best. I used to overlook the occasionally slow service because the food was so exceptional, but now, with the decline in taste, there's really no reason for me to return. It's truly disappointing to see such a drastic drop. I'll be looking for a new favorite spot to satisfy my indian cravings.
Item ordered: Lamb Biryani Heat level: spicy So I went for dine in. Ordered lamb biryani, & I was told that it will be spicy, which is ok with me. The portion was good. Meat was tender & in enough quantity according to the good portion. It was also spicy, as I was told while ordering. Now, they did what many other restaurants do with biryani. Mix the rice with the meat/ chicken/ beef curry right before serving. This will always break the rice & make the biryani look wet kinda wet with curry. It wasn't too wet though. I think it wasnt also steamed(dumm) before serving, but thats perfectly ok as it is not advertised as steamed biryani. The rice was all orange, & some what looked like ok quality basmati. The taste was close to dhaba style mutton as it was slightly sour. Not close to what authentic mutton biryani tastes like. I was told their biryani is good but I was disappointed. No one makes biryani like they do in karachi Over all 6/10
This is by far The best & most authentic tasting restaurant in the area. When you're in the mood for this cuisine this is the spot. The BYOW makes it even better. I'm not one to write reviews however I will absolutely avoid Indian food all together if Punjab palace is closed ( on Wednesdays , I found out the hard way) the dishes are tasty, meats well marinated ( yes you can tell ) & the portions are fair. Do not let negative reviews steer you away this is a true Jem & it deserves all of the love ! In fact visiting tonight with some friends :)
