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Rutba

An Indian Experience
Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.8$$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 4 pm
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About us

Welcome to our Indian-style café restaurant, where the atmosphere is as pleasant as the cuisine.

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Reviews for Rutba

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*as of 2026-04-04
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Review Summary

Rutba offers a warm, cozy Indian dining experience with welcoming, attentive service and a vibrant, plant filled interior that makes guests feel at home. The menu charms with authentic Indian flavors expressed in richly layered curries, creamy dals, tender tandoor dishes, and fluffy garlic naan, with butter chicken and paneer preparations singled out as favorites and burrata butter chicken a memorable modern twist. Appetizers such as samosas and pani puri shine, while portions are generous and prices very reasonable, making it easy to sample a variety of dishes in one visit. The atmosphere is described as inviting and relaxed, sometimes enhanced by live music, and staff are repeatedly praised for friendliness, helpful menu guidance, and accommodating dietary needs. Overall Rutba is viewed as a standout option for Indian cuisine in the city, delivering high quality, flavorful food and a welcoming, memorable dining experience.
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Big thank you to Sim for the excellent service & the wonderful food (top notch). Highly recommend

Mar 11, 2025
on Google
5.0

Great food. Served by Sim, provided fast & kind service :) overall highly recommend. Vibe is also amazing.

Feb 10, 2025
on Google

Overall, I highly recommend "Rutba " for anyone looking for a top-notch dining experience. It's clear they put a lot of care into both the food & the guest experience, & I can't wait to return!

Feb 2, 2025
on Google

The food was soo delicious!! We all loved it & the staff members were so kind!!' Especially Simran & Riya I Highly recommend to come & visit this cafe!! Everything is soo worthyyy

Jan 19, 2025
on Google

Ria & her team were exceptional hosts, skillfully navigating tight spaces to accommodate all our dishes with ease. For our main meal, we ordered the burrata butter chicken, fish pomfret, & daal. The butter chicken was rich & flavorful, the daal had a wonderfully authentic taste, & the fish offered a fun, interactive dining experience. Highly recommended for those who enjoy bold spices & aromatic flavors!

Dec 23, 2024
on Google

I am absolutely delighted with my experience at Rutba, Montreal. This Indian restaurant exceeded all expectations with its exceptional food & diverse menu. What impressed me the most was how they strike the perfect balance-while offering authentic Indian flavors, they also cater to a wider audience, including French & English-speaking locals. The restaurant was buzzing with people from different cultural backgrounds, which speaks volumes about the quality & versatility of their offerings. Here's what I tried & loved: • Hara Bhara Kebab: Perfectly cooked & packed with flavor. • Noodle Manchurian Platter: A unique & creative dish I've never seen before, served in generous portions. • Zafani Broccoli: Simply amazing & cooked to perfection. • Lachha Paratha: The best I've ever had, even compared to those in India-crispy, flaky, & absolutely delicious. • Dal & Paneer Piyaza: Rich, flavorful, & comforting. • Rosemary Naan & Garlic Naan: Soft, aromatic, & bursting with taste. Rutaba has truly mastered the art of blending tradition with innovation. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared, & the flavors were nothing short of extraordinary. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. Can't wait to visit again! Thanks surbhi & shravani for making our visit to Montreal so special.

Dec 16, 2024
on Google

Highly recommended. Food is amazing, staff is friendly. Surbhi is very helpful, even we don't have reservations, she make special arrangements so keep the customers satisfied.

Nov 23, 2024
on Google

Poor service, decent food. Rant coming up. Made a reservation five days before & they cancelled it "accidentally". When I asked to be accommodated they said no. Went on a different day & had a reservation for 9:30 pm. I stood at the gate till 10 pm until finally being seated. The host only came to speak to at the entrance at 9:50 pm. Several servers walked past but no one gave cared to stop & ask. I am a customer & I pay for service, so I need to be respected as a customer. While the restaurant was busy, servers were standing near the bar & chatting, which didn't seem like they were busy. Extremely disappointed with the service & treatment. After being seated, I waited for over 15 minutes for someone to take my order. They were waiting for someone else to show up despite me telling the servers that it was just me dining. As for the food, pretty average. Starters are good, highly recommend the Samosa chaat but not worth the price. Butter chicken was so sweet & I had to literally ask for salt & chilli -> this tells me that they mostly cater to white taste buds. If you go there, expect an aesthetic environment & food. Better Indian restaurants than this for better price so don't recommend.

Nov 20, 2024
on Google

Best restaurant in downtown montreal. We were 5 people all of us liked the food. Manchurian noodle was bestest in whole Montréal. Highly recommended if you are foodie person try it out this restaurant. Nobody told me to write a review. I'm giving coz I really love it

Oct 26, 2024
on Google

Was excited to try an Indian restaurant during our trip to Montreal! Cafe Rutba was absolutely fantastic, highly recommend!

Oct 13, 2024
on Google

Food was really good! I will definitely going to come back! One of my favourites restaurants in Montreal! Guys please try once I will highly recommend!

Oct 11, 2024
on Google

Excellent food, ambiance, & service. Tastes just like home, highly recommend it

Oct 11, 2024
on Google

What a great experience I had at Rutba last night, I would highly recommend this place to try out some good Indian food.

Oct 11, 2024
on Google

The restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience with its great menu & aservice. The ambiance is perfect setting for any occasion. Highly recommend for an unforgettable meal & delightful atmosphere.

Sep 2, 2024
on Google

I recently had the pleasure of trying Rutba & was blown away by the experience! The atmosphere was warm & inviting, & the service was top-notch. But the real star of the show was the food - every dish we ordered was expertly prepared & bursting with flavor. I was particularly impressed by the Junglee mass, which was cooked to perfection & presented beautifully. This dish is spicy though! So it's not for the fair hearted! Overall, I would highly recommend Rutba to anyone looking for a delicious & memorable Indian meal. The combination of great food, excellent service, & cozy atmosphere makes it a standout in the Montreal scene!

Aug 26, 2024
on Google

Highly recommend the lamb curry, it is a lovely slow cooked salan.

Aug 18, 2024
on Google

Rolled into this restaurant with a hungry crew full of dietary restrictions. The staff were incredibly kind & helpful. Delicious food did not disappoint. Highly recommend the paneer labadar & shahi korma

Aug 8, 2024
on Google

We ate here for our anniversary dinner, & it was one of the most delicious & satisfying meals I've had in a very long time. The samosa were big & flaky, & the palak paneer had just the right amount of spice. Highly recommend the burrata butter chicken. Well-designed interior & impeccable service.

Jul 23, 2024
on Google

One of the finest places in Montreal to try Indian food. I would rate it 10/10 on the food quality & taste, we tried their pomfret, chicken, butter paneer & they were all amazing. On top of that the cocktails they have are superb. & the owners are perfect host, they will check on you to ensure that everything is good. & last but not the least their pistachio tiramisu was extremely tasty, I would highly recommend this place.

Jul 22, 2024
on Google

Absolutely loved the place. It's a must visit if you're looking for authentic, tasty & fresh Indian meal, reminds me of my home food, very very tasty. Hospitable servers, great flavours & nice ambience. We went 4 times in a week in Montreal, so you can imagine how much we liked it. Highly recommend it 👍

Jul 10, 2024
on Google