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. The restaurant also offers halal options, making it a great choice for a wider range of diners.
Whether for a cozy dinner or a group celebration, Palki delivers the true taste of India in the heart of the city.
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Indian dishes such as butter chicken, biryani, and saag paneer
Restaurant Palki is widely celebrated for its authentic and flavorful Indian cuisine, with many guests praising the fresh ingredients, perfectly spiced dishes, and tender, high-quality meats like the popular lamb chops and butter chicken. The restaurant is frequently described as a hidden gem in Old Montreal, offering a tranquil, beautifully decorated atmosphere that makes diners feel as though they have been transported to India. The service is consistently highlighted as exceptional, with staff members described as welcoming, attentive, and genuinely hospitable. Whether visiting for a romantic dinner, a family gathering, or a business event, guests consistently appreciate the reasonable prices, generous portions, and the warm, personalized touches provided by the management and kitchen team.
I had an amazing dining experience at Palki! From the moment I walked in, the staff made me feel welcome with their friendly & attentive service. The restaurant was clean, comfortable, & had a warm atmosphere that made it a great place to enjoy a meal with family & friends.
The food was outstanding. The lamb chops were the highlight of the meal-perfectly grilled, incredibly tender, juicy, & packed with delicious spices. The butter chicken was rich, creamy, & full of authentic flavor. It was one of the best butter chickens I've ever had. The samosas were fresh, crispy on the outside, & filled with a perfectly seasoned filling. The garlic naan came out hot from the oven, soft, fluffy, & topped with just the right amount of garlic & butter. Everything tasted fresh & was cooked to perfection.
The portions were generous, & every dish was beautifully presented. You can tell that the chefs take pride in preparing authentic Indian food with high-quality ingredients. The prices are reasonable for the quality & portion sizes, making it excellent value for money.
If you're looking for authentic Indian cuisine with fantastic flavors, excellent service, & a welcoming atmosphere, Palki is definitely the place to visit. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who enjoys Indian food or wants to try it for the first time. I can't wait to come back & explore more of the menu. Thank you, Palki, for such a memorable dining experience!
We had the boeuf bhuna & chicken tikka masala with rice & naan. It was fresh & delicious! Lovely decor & music in the background. The owner came over & shared some tips on what to see while we are visiting. Excellent service overall!
Jun 23, 2026
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The food was very good/ especially The butter chicken! Waiters were very friendly. Abdul was amazing, he was the cook.When my daughter spilt water by accident our waiter blamed it on the cup & said it was ok!! Highly recommend!
This place is one of our favourite discoveries in Montreal & easily the best food we've had here so far!
We started with the samosas, & I can honestly say they were the best I've ever had! They were HUGE, perfectly crisp, & packed with flavour. I wish I had gotten a picture of them, but they were torn into way too quickly! I'm already planning to grab another order for takeout as a late-night snack before we leave!
For our mains, we had the butter chicken & the lamb curry, & both were absolutely incredible. The sauces were rich, comforting, & bursting with flavour. Every bite tasted fresh & thoughtfully prepared, & I'm genuinely excited for the leftovers tomorrow!
On top of the amazing food, the staff were so incredibly kind & welcoming. Checking in to see how everything was tasting , made wonderful suggestions & just made the whole experience that much better. The restaurant has such a beautiful, warm atmosphere & felt like a little gem that we're so happy we found.
We're only in Montreal for a week, but we will definitely be back before we leave. If you're in Montreal, put Restaurant Palki on your list!
We can absolutely recommend this place! The food was fabulous, we especially loved the butter chicken & garlic naan & there are also great vegetarian options. Our waiter was very friendly & always smiling! Even the cook came by to say hello & ask how we liked everything.
First Indian restaurant we've tried in Montreal. This was excellent. Started with Kingfisher beer. Move down to Bombay, potatoes & chicken tikka masala. We had roti & garlic naan. Our starter meal was Samosa. All of it excellent, fresh, bright flavors, well balanced. Service was attentive, quick, very polite. Experience? Wonderful. This is restaurant. I highly recommend that we go back to. I read many reviews on Yelp before we settle on this restaurant. Restaurants in Montreal so far have been hit or miss with more Miss than hit. This was consistently good without any bad surprises. I can see eating at this place again & again if I remain in the city. We were just visiting for a few days. Highly recommended.
Coming from NYC & pretty picky about Indian food. I had the Chicken Palki & onion rice. It was delicious. Chicken was tender cooked to perfection & the onion rice was really elevated. Love this. I would highly recommend!
We had the lamb Chakra & butter chicken & it was excellent 👌🏽 tasty, not too spicy, the lamb was perfectly tender & the butter chicken creamy just delicious. Totally recommend. It was an order to go, waited probably 20 min & the staff was very respectful & nice gave me a table while waiting instead of waiting standing around 10/10
Fantastic food , great ambience . Was talking to the chef, a master of his trade . Loved his chef special chicken with garlic Naan . Must visit if you are here in the Montreal area .
