Shaaz offers a wide range of Indian dishes with authentic flavors and generous portions, with standout options like Telangana spicy chicken biryani, mutton paaya, kattapa veg biryani, and mandi that many reviewers call must-tries. Flavours are often described as authentic, well balanced, and tasty, with starters such as dragon chicken and paneer dishes receiving high marks. Generous portions and good value for money are recurring positives, making Shaaz a popular choice for families and groups. Service and atmosphere are praised for warmth and attentiveness, though several reviews note inconsistent execution during busy periods, slow service, and occasional order errors. Some main courses have fallen short at times, with issues like soggy rice, undercooked elements, or dishes not meeting expected authenticity, while starters and certain dishes are repeatedly described as standout. Cleanliness and maintenance, including bathrooms and tables, have been called out in a few visits, while overall the ambiance remains inviting. Overall, Shaaz is considered one of the better Indian restaurants in Montreal, especially for biryani and mandi, with room for improvement in consistency and service.
A totally satisfied meal. Had the naan, chicken tikka masala & mutton donne biryani. Truly enjoyed the taste. As a person from Bangalore the donne biryani brought so much memories. Jamoon for dessert made it complete 😋
I absolutely adored the food it was incredibly delicious! I can't wait to come back for more. The service was outstanding, & Soni, our server, was simply wonderful. She's such a kind & warm person. What an amazing experience!
Jul 11, 2025
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The only good thing here was quick service.
Food is mediocre at best. One thing they really need to work on is that pungent lingering smell very off putting.
We tried the paneer tikka-avg, garlic naan - good & mutton ghee roast Mandi - not good.
My friends & I visited this place during the F1 weekend, & while the food itself was quite good, the service was exceptionally slow & disorganized.
Our starters arrived promptly, which was a promising start. However, after finishing them, we waited a frustrating 30 minutes for our main courses to arrive. We tried to flag down several waiters, who repeatedly told us'2 minutes' but never returned. When we finally managed to get the attention of another staff member, she candidly admitted that our main courses hadn't even been started yet.
This level of unprofessionalism & what appeared to be untrained staff was very disappointing. While the food was enjoyable, the prolonged wait & misleading communication significantly detracted from our dining experience. I would not recommend dining in at Shazz, especially during busy periods. If you're set on trying their food, I suggest opting for takeout instead.
