Immerse yourself in a unique cultural heritage that perfectly blends the exquisite flavors of French and Indian cuisine.
Located in Old Montreal, Héritaj invites you to experience a gastronomic journey and savor a gourmet escapade, signed by the Sandhu family and chef Arnaud Glay.
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Restaurant Héritaj offers a unique dining experience characterized by its creative French-Indian fusion cuisine and a stunning, sophisticated atmosphere. Guests frequently praise the beautifully presented dishes, noting highlights like the foie gras, duck, butter chicken, and fresh oysters. While opinions on service and spice balance occasionally vary, many visitors find the staff to be attentive and welcoming, making it an excellent destination for special occasions, celebratory gatherings, or a relaxing meal on their highly regarded terrace. The blend of modern decor and flavorful, inventive plates provides a memorable setting for those looking to explore a distinct culinary concept in the heart of the city.
I'm writing about the Bollywood buffet at the back of the building offered weekdays from 11-3, & 4-9 I believe in the summer.
It's a great way to sample a variety of Indian dishes! The fresh-to-order naan & tandoori chicken are a highlight, & the café bar is a nice touch. It's all-you-can-eat (or order), & the staff are very friendly-shoutout to Se-hee for the great service.
The downside is that the buffet items aren't piping hot, & since it caters to the nearby finance crowd, the flavors are a bit toned down-less spice & punch than you might expect from Indian cuisine. Pricing is typical for the area, but with the all-you-can-eat format, you can definitely get your money's worth.
Overall, a solid lunch spot if you're in the area.
This place has one of the most beautiful terraces in the old-port. The food is Indian & french fusion so you will find great dishes like steak 🥩, oysters 🦪 when in season as well as tons of indian inspired sauces & spices. It's spicy but manageable. They also have a great cocktail list 🍹 & wine 🍷 list. By the way don't skip on dessert, that chocolate 🍫 soufley was amazing.
I love the refined, French inspired Indian cuisine here! I can tell the chef gave a lot of thought into each dish, from the sauce to the freshness of meat & the side, are well thought of. The seared foie gras was excellent. We also had black cod, butter chicken, & pistachio-crusted baked lamb chops. & for dessert I had chocolate mousse spiced with cardamom. They were all great. This French inspired Indian cuisine is unique to Montreal, I've never had anything like this in other big cities.
The balanced taste & spice level is perfect for the family of all ages.
Apr 14, 2026
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We visited the restaurent with two other friends the other day to celebrate a friend birthday. We were interested to try an Indian resto & this one had an interesting menu with a modern decor, although we were not sure about the Indian french fusion concept. We ordered 3 plates as appetizers (paneer, octupus, fried vegetable) & 3 for main course ( biryani chicken & lamb, & duck) & every plate was delicious. So the duck breast was cooked like a Magret but with Indian spices. The biryani cooked inside a bread was so amazing, so was the paneer. Plus the staff was very attentive (maybe too attentive sometimes 😁) & added candle to our birthday boy dessert, with free liquor drinks, a very nice touch. We will certainly be going back. The Terasse also looks very cool, it was march so closed in the winter.
Came here for MTL A table. They had a 3 course menu for 65$. Every dish we ordered was delicious aside for the lemon pavlova dessert in which the spices in the pavlova did not work with the lemon curd. For the appetizers, the burrata & the foie gras toast were fantastic! As for the mains, the duck & lamb shank had such a deep flavour. Also to mention that the portions were generous. Happy to have discovered this restaurant!
Came here for mtl à table. Really enjoyed the Indian influence to all of the dishes without it being too overpowering. The subtlety of the spices really just elevated the traditional French dishes. Favorites were the duck & the foie gras toast which are also on their regular menu. Great portions as well considering it was a 3 course tasting menu. Excited to come back!
The food was flawlessly cooked, beautifully presented, & the spice level & portion sizes were perfectly reasonable. The combination of flavours was truly original, & we all appreciated such inventive pairings. The only place where it didn't quite work was in the lemon pie dessert. The lemon filling was wonderfully - & so rarely in this country - tart, which I absolutely loved. However, try as three of us might, the turmeric & toasted cumin meringue just didn't appeal to us. But to each his/her own.
Service was friendly & attentive in a warm decor.
This is a Wednesday evening with temperature just above freezing point & decided to have dinner at Heritaj. It is normal at this time of the year that the restaurant is not overly busy.
We received a very warm greeting in this upscale restaurant with a sophisticated decor & inviting atmosphere.
We ordered the Carré d'Agneau du Quebec Aux Rabioles Biryani, Thon Rouge à La Niçoise, Moules Palourdes & Kebab Masala. Heritaj specializes in Indo-French cuisine & these menus are exactly the chef d'oeuvres of this restaurant.
The Carré d'Agneau (Rack of Lamb) was cooked to perfection, so tender & meaty on a myriad of veggies like Brussels sprouts, coriander & pistachios … & a touch of biryani spices.
The Thon Rouge (Is it yellowfin or bluefin tuna?) is lightly seared, perfectly medium-rare, with a delicate crust & a vibrant ruby-red center. Served on top of a crispy papadum, complemented by a fresh herb salad, & a drizzle of zesty emulsion for a bright, citrusy finish.
The Moules & palourdes (Mussels & Clams) is an impressive plate. I mean impressive. Very French Italian spaghetti sauce, meatballs & lots of onions. Did I say lots of thick, finger licking sauce? This is a plate for 2 adults … easily. I have to deduct half a star for some sand in the mussels or clams.
I would have preferred a bit less aggressivity on the salt level. Overall, simply delicious, with good service.
Nothing can be finalized without having a look at the washrooms. There are 4 individual unisex locked cubicles, clean & shiny, with a touch of equipment sophistication, like a feminine hygiene disposal unit & a fresh air dispenser. There is one main dual sink outside the washroom, equipped with touchless faucet, soap dispenser & an automatic Dyson Airblade hand dryer.
I believe there is a paid underground parking that the restaurant would pick up the bill.
Totally recommend if you are looking for an upscale dining experience.
I was excited to try this new restaurant, hoping for a unique blend of French & Indian cuisine, but sadly, it fell short of my expectations. As someone with a deep love for Indian flavors & with a partner from Punjab, we were both left underwhelmed. The concept of French-Indian fusion is intriguing, but the execution felt lacking. The dishes, while well-presented, didn't deliver the bold & rich spices that Indian cuisine is known for. There was a noticeable absence of depth in the curries & sauces, which left me wanting more flavor. Unfortunately, there was also no dessert with Indian inspiration-something I would have expected to round off the meal & balance the fusion concept. The round tables made for 4 are way too small; design can feel great but practically it just doesn't work. The drinks, which we hoped would creatively mirror the fusion of cultures, felt disconnected from the theme. They didn't elevate the experience as we anticipated, falling short of complementing the meal or embracing the French-Indian blend. I wanted to give this restaurant 5 stars for its concept, ambiance, & effort, but the flavors just didn't meet the mark for us.
