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Shandaar Cuisine

Ahuntsic-Cartierville
4.8$$
OPEN12 pm - 11 pm
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Shandaar Cuisine Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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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.

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Reviews for Shandaar Cuisine

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*as of 2026-04-01
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Review Summary

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.
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J'ai adoré.
Mon ami a pris des shandaar au poulet & moi j'ai pris du boeuf kebab karahi. Tout ça agrémenté de riz basmati parfumé & de pain naan (nature & à l'ail). Attention : Le riz & le pain se commandent à part du plat. En entrée, samosa au poulet & nems végé. En boisson nous avons pris un cocktail à la mangue sans alcool (ça ressemblait plutôt à un smoothie mais c'était bon). Le plat de mon ami était très épicé & le mien un mélange de sucré salé. On en a eu pour 50 dollars par personne environ avec taxes & pourboires (pour apéro entrée plat c'est honnête). C'était très copieux, je suis reparti avec le reste de ma nourriture. Ça m'a fait deux repas. J'y retournerai clairement. La déco du restaurant est simple & épurée. Le personnel très agréable (ils changent les bouteilles d'eau sur les tables quand elles sont vides & sans qu'on le demande, c'est ce que j'appelle du service).

Mar 25, 2026
on Google
5.0

Food was delicious proper Pakistani taste, Service was very good

Mar 24, 2026
on Google
5.0

the food was veryyy goood!!!

Mar 24, 2026
on Google

Amazing food & very friendly staff. I tried Goat karahi with Garlic Naan & it was very delicious.

Mar 24, 2026
on Google

We had a great experience at Shandar restaurant! We chose the Peshawari chicken karahi & it was absolutely delicious. The chicken was tender, full of flavor, & perfectly spiced. The service was good & the atmosphere was warm & welcoming. I definitely recommend it, especially if you love rich & flavorful food!

Mar 22, 2026
on Google

Incredible food & truly authentic flavours!!

Mar 22, 2026
on Google

Good food in a very homely atmosphere!

Mar 22, 2026
on Google

J'ai vraiment aimé, tout était parfait

Mar 20, 2026
on Google

Shandaar Cuisine is a must-visit for authentic Pakistani comfort food. The Peshawari Karahi was spectacular, so was their Bihari kebab - pair it with their Naan, was the perfect balance
Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, & truly homemade. Highly recommended for anyone craving a high-quality meal!

Mar 20, 2026
on Google

Thank you for the good food & service hospitality

Mar 20, 2026
on Google

Must visit! Very nice & decent Pakistani cuisine. If you are tired of food colour, excessive amount of unnecessary spices this place is for you.
The staff is very friendly & caring.

Mar 20, 2026
on Google

Very good experience , delicious food , hopitality , thank you for all the team ,

Mar 20, 2026
on Google
5.0

Loved the food.The butter & garlic naans were soft & fresh, & the chicken & mutton curries were rich & flavourful . Really satisfying meal.

Mar 15, 2026
on Google

Great food. Loved the Paneer Tikka Masala & White Chicken curry , worth the try!

Mar 14, 2026
on Google

Foods great get the sizzle best Indian food in the city

Mar 13, 2026
on Google

Aucune fausse note dans ce restaurant. Au milieu de Cartierville, qui n'est pas vraiment un quartier reconnu pour son animation, on a une sacrée perle avec cette maison tenue par des gens très accueillants & qui nous ont reçu un midi en plein mois de ramadan.
Le Karahi, le Biryani, les naans, incroyable.
Des saveurs profondes, pas mal d'épices oui mais très efficaces.
Très bonne cuisine qui goûte vraiment familiale.

Mar 13, 2026
on Google
5.0

Nous avons découvert cet endroit un peu par hasard, en revenant d'une soirée, mais quelle découverte!
Commençons par dire que le service est exceptionnel. La personne qui nous a reçu était extrêmement chaleureuse, gentille, dévouée & faisait un effort considérable pour parler français.
La cuisine est merveilleuse. Familiale, réconfortante & savoureuse. Il faut absolument se perdre dans le menu & essayer tout ce que vous ne connaissez pas.
Pour notre part, nous allons y retourner c'est certain.

Mar 13, 2026
on Google

Amaazing food we took the lamb biryani samosas, mango lassi & chai. All were perfect

Mar 12, 2026
on Google

this was an incredible experience. food was perfect, service was even better! I would give this 100 stars if I could!

Mar 12, 2026
on Google

Today i went on there restaurant & the food was really very tasty i was feeling like i'm really eating my meal is made by my mom every indian family must visit here & enjoy a best indian meal & the service of food is also very amazing…!

Mar 10, 2026
on Google