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.
This restaurant was amazing! It was clean, spacious & beautifully decorated. Staff was great & attentive but most importantly the food was amazing - everything we tried was perfect. Highly recommend!
Mar 28, 2026
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Abdul is one of the most amazing chefs that I have come across. I ordered the vindaloo, & the taste were amazing & the level of spice made me check myself. It made me experience the flavors while still delivering the heat that I would expect. This was one best dining experiences in a long time. Highly recommend & you won't disappointed. I give give one hundred stars on scale of five.
This place is incredible. The food is very tasty-we ordered the mango sauce & it's delicious. I can't wait to come back & try the rest of the menu. The staff is friendly & very attentive to customers. I highly recommend this place.
Ordered a tandoori Salmon, it was a whole meal with salad, rice, potatoes & veggies. Nicely presented. Good ambience & great service. Highly recommended!!
The service was absolutely excellent-friendly, attentive, & welcoming throughout our visit. The food was extra delicious, full of flavour & clearly made with care. What really stood out was that the chef personally came out to check on us & even offered us a bottle of beer to try, along with an extra mint sauce. The mint sauce was incredibly delicious & paired perfectly with the food. Overall, a fantastic experience with great food, outstanding service, & thoughtful personal touches. Highly recommend!
Dec 17, 2025
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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.
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.
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♥?
Nov 25, 2025
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This is a gem of a restaurant. Steps from Notre Dame is a palace you can feast in. The food is flavourful & affordable. This will be a highly recommended stop for anyone i know visiting the area.
Last Saturday i had dinner with my family & it was an amazing experience! The food was delicious, authentic, & full of rich Indian flavors. I've tried many places, but I truly love the Indian food here the most. The service was excellent & the atmosphere warm & welcoming. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys genuine Indian cuisine!
We were very fortunate to find Palki restaurant (serving an Indian Cuisine) while on vacation in Montreal (Sep 2025). Even though one of our party has fairly strict dietary requirements (of vegetarian & no cheese), the food was absolutely delicious, cooked exactly to the spice level we preferred. The service was excellent (we even were able to meet & speak with the chef) & we enjoyed the atmosphere. Although the restaurant did not yet have its' alcohol license (due this week), we really didn't miss it for the food was so good & we enjoyed the specialty tea. We highly recommend it to both visitors & locals alike.
