Restaurant Palki in Old Montreal offers an authentic Indian dining experience in a warm and elegant setting. Known for its rich curries, freshly baked naan, and fragrant biryanis, each dish is crafted with traditional spices and modern presentation.
Whether for a cozy dinner or a group celebration, Palki delivers the true taste of India in the heart of the city.
Our Specialties
Indian dishes such as butter chicken, biryani, and saag paneer
Palki is described as a warm and inviting Indian dining spot where the decor, fragrant spices and attentive service come together to create a memorable experience. The menu showcases authentic, flavorful dishes with a balanced blend of traditional Indian spices and fresh ingredients, from butter chicken and tandoori specialties to a variety of vegetarian options, all offered at reasonable prices. Guests repeatedly note generous portions, friendly and efficient service, and a welcoming atmosphere that suits romantic dinners, family nights, or casual outings. Staff hospitality and chef attention shine across visits, with clean, well maintained interiors adding to the overall comfort. Overall, Palki stands out for flavorful cuisine, warm ambience and dependable service that keeps guests returning.
Good service & a great location. The staff were welcoming & the overall environment was pleasant. However, the food quality needs improvement. I tried the butter chicken, which tasted more like a soup, & the chicken biryani, which was closer to a pulav. The service was good, but the dishes didn't meet expectations, & I hope the quality can be improved.
Mar 16, 2026
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Restaurant Palki hosted a perfect night out for us! The food was excellent, the service too, ambience was on point.
We had the poulet tandoori & the'butter chicken' as our entrees. I started with the Mulligatawny (lentil) soup, which was so delicious I'm convinced it must be a family recipe.
The butter chicken was right up my wife's alley - flavorful without a lot of heat. I haven't had tandoori in a long time & was craving it - chef did not disappoint with fall-off-the-bone tender & moist chicken steeped in bold tandoori flavor. The lime wedge was a perfect touch, it brightened everything right up.
The atmosphere inside is tasteful & very inviting - obviously the ownership wants you to enjoy your whole meal experience, not just the food on your plate.
Palki is the kind of place that reminds me what dining out should be like in restaurants of any cuisine & I hope we see more restaurants return to, in the future.
Highly recommended, please try it for yourself! If I was local I'd be a regular but since I was visiting I'm very glad I can say Restaurant Palki was part of our Montreal Experience.
i visited already 5 times, really enjoued the chiken teka which is extremely tender. I ate the veal yesterday . there was no fat , extremely tender & enjoyed every bite. i dipped the nan bread with the butter chicken sauce. I asked for more onions with my rice.
Hello, we were going to a play at the Centaur Theatre & wanted a meal before. As we strolled through Notre-Dame street, we came across Restaurant Palki Indian Cuisine. We found a special combo for two ($50), which included salad & the main dish, chicken, shrimp, & lamb chops (2 pieces of each) served with a delicate rice & vegetables (not too spicy, just right). The decor was calm & relaxing, the atmosphere was very friendly, the service was impeccable, & our waiter was very attentive to our needs. We will go back next time & highly recommend them. Josef & Brigitte M.
Nov 26, 2025
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Hello, we were going to a play at the Centaur Theatre & wanted a meal before. As we strolled through Notre-Dame street, we came across Restaurant Palki Indian Cuisine. We found a special combo for two ($50), which included salad & the main dish, chicken, shrimp, & lamb chops (2 pieces of each) served with a delicate rice & vegetables (not too spicy, just right). The decor was calm & relaxing, the atmosphere was very friendly, the service was impeccable, & our waiter was very attentive to our needs. We will go back next time & highly recommend them. Josef & Brigitte M.
Top notch service! We went for the dinner server was awesome to tell us about specials comparing with menu. He was saving us some money. We had mix grilled platter(best dish), lamb chop(delicious), & grilled shrimp(flavorful). Chicken, beef & many more 👌
They have imported drinks, It was interesting. Overall, good experience with awesome food. highly Recommended♥?
This is second time at restaurant palki. I ordered vegetables biriyani with little spicy.& it was really really delicious. I asked the chef how he made it & he said, they grilled the vegetables & mix with rice. The smoky flavour made the biriyani fantastic. I will definitely comeback with my partner.
We were group of 11 . Everyone loved butter chicken , shrimp & garlic naan .
Nov 14, 2025
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The food here is absolutely DELICIOUS!!! Excellent service!! I could eat there everyday!!! The garlic naan, shrimp saag & butter chicken was on point!!! Yum!!!!
What a great find. While on a Canadian vacation, we found a very personable & delicious Indian restaurant. We were immediately met with a friendly smile & seated wherever that suited us. The server & others waited on us highly attentively & walked us through the menu. This attention lasted throughout our visit.
The Paneer Masala included spinach, which was a little bit of a spin from the other Indian restaurants we have frequented over the years. It had a deep, yet slightly sweet flavor. The butter chicken was plentiful of breast meat & had a sauce that was smooth & flavorful.
The crew said they had only been open for 2 weeks. I would say they're off to a good start. Keep the friendly & attentive service approach & you'll be successful.
