Located in the heart of Montreal, Shandaar Cuisine offers authentic South Asian food, also known as desi food. From your favourite Karahi to the ever-loved biryani and the famous doodh patti to the refreshing mango lassi, Shandaar Cuisine's menu has the best desi food in town. Your go-to desi restaurant with a breezy and vibrant ambience, Shandaar Cuisine is the perfect destination for an unforgettable dining experience.
Shandaar Cuisine is described as a warm, inviting spot delivering authentic Pakistani and South Asian flavors with consistent excellence across karahi, biryani, butter chicken, naan and chai. Diners praise the welcoming ambience, attentive service, and meals that feel like home cooked; dishes are fresh, richly spiced, and generously portioned, with favorites including Karahi, chicken tikka, lamb biryani, fish pakora, and a strong chai and mango lassi. A recurring theme is hospitality and attention to detail, with staff going above and beyond to ensure a memorable visit, and the option to host events in a private space. While a few notes mention value for money and occasional longer wait times, overall the restaurant is seen as a standout in Montreal for true desi flavors, where the food, warmth, and atmosphere invite repeat visits.
It was such pleasant experience at Shandaaar
Everything is Shandaar here from food to customer services
We were hungry like anything & we got the best food with exceptional service .
The lady probably the owner of the place welcome us with her beautiful smile
The moment she said Assalam o Alaikum & speaks Urdu, brought smile & relief on my face.
Staff was not just friendly but absolutely professional as well
They have a huge variety of desi food & drinks which give the customer quite many options to choose from
The biryani was authentic karachi biryani & the karahi was scrumptious with super fresh butter naans honestly We over ate
Lol 😀
They have ample space if any one looking for a private party
Overall my experience was 9.9/10
We visited this restaurant after a long day at Mont Tremblant & were pleasantly surprised by finding halal Desi food late at night! The food was good & reasonably priced & the owners & all staff made sure that we were satisfied with our visit! Will definitely visit again if we happen to come to Montreal!
This is the best restaurant I have ever been to! You must try this. If you try this you will will not regret this. You must try the butter chicken. I love this so much.
From the moment we stepped inside, we were greeted with genuine warmth & a welcoming atmosphere. The staff went above & beyond to ensure our dining experience was nothing short of perfect-attentive without being intrusive, knowledgeable about the menu, & quick to anticipate our needs.
The food was absolutely outstanding. Each dish was beautifully presented, packed with flavor, & made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The balance of seasoning, texture, & creativity in every plate showed the chef's skill & passion. Every bite was a delightful surprise, from the appetizers to the decadent dessert.
What really set this restaurant apart was the seamless combination of excellent service & exceptional cuisine. The team made us feel valued as guests, not just customers, which is rare these days.
I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. Whether it's for a casual evening, a special celebration, or just because-you'll leave satisfied & eager to return.
We were 10 people dining in that restaurant & it was really good. The service, was very friendly & food was very delicious within the reasonable price. We enjoyed a lot. Thx
