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Dera Xpress

1631 Bd Daniel-Johnson · Laval · H7V 4C2 Add a photo
(579) 640-3636
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Dera Xpress
Dera Xpress 1631 Bd Daniel-Johnson, Laval
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Photo of Amina Amer Ouali
7 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Amazing food!! Really tasty and good quality! Will go back!

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Response added on 12 May 2026
Thank you so much for the amazing feedback! We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the food and appreciated the quality 🙌 Your support truly means a lot to us, especially during our opening week. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon at Dera Xpress ❤️
Photo of Arslan Naveed
7 May 2026
Source: Google
1.0

Bad service , same person taking order preparing food, one hour waiting in queue

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Photo of Aysha
7 May 2026
Source: Google
2.0

16$ for a bowl with onions and vegetable and small pieces of meat is an absolute robbery. Cold and frozen meat. This is only reasonable during this time since it’s 50%, don’t think it’s worth for when it’s at original price.

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Response added on 12 May 2026
We’re sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. Your feedback regarding food temperature, portions, and overall value has been taken seriously. During our grand opening week and 50% off promotion, we experienced an unexpectedly large volume of customers from across Laval and Montreal, which unfortunately affected consistency during certain periods. However, we understand that this does not excuse a disappointing experience. Since opening week, we have already reviewed and improved our portion sizes and kitchen operations to provide a better balance, fresher service, and more consistent quality moving forward. Our goal is always to offer flavourful food with fair value and a positive customer experience. Thank you for taking the time to share your honest feedback.
Photo of Safa
7 May 2026
Source: Google
1.0

Awful bowls, trying really hard to be poulet rouge but this concepts doesn’t go with desi food. Not filling at all.

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Response added on 12 May 2026
We’re sorry to hear that the concept and food did not meet your expectations. Dera Xpress was created as a modern fast-casual Pakistani concept with customizable bowls inspired by different flavours and styles, and we understand that this approach may not be for everyone. We also appreciate your feedback regarding portion sizes and value. Since opening week, we have already reviewed and improved our bowl portions and overall consistency based on customer feedback. During our grand opening and 50% off promotion, we also experienced a much larger turnout than expected, which affected operations during certain periods. We’re continuously working on refining both the menu and customer experience as the concept evolves. Thank you for taking the time to share your honest feedback.
Photo of Farkhunda Rezaie
7 May 2026
Source: Google
1.7

We were two people and ordered two bowls today and all I could say is our experience was a total disappointment. The rice, the chicken chili were room temperature; the beef kabab was surely warmed in the microwave from frozen, because some pieces of it were cold. Also, just because you announced 50% off on bowls on the opening week does not make it right to reduce the portion of meat to make up for your loss. Both the chicken and beef, each were very small 3-4 pieces. The food was basically a waste of our money and gas money for driving all the way. I do not recommend it to anyone.

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Response added on 12 May 2026
We’re truly sorry to hear about your experience and understand your disappointment. Food being served at inconsistent temperatures is not the standard we aim for, and we sincerely apologize for that. Your comments regarding the rice, chicken, and beef kabab have been taken seriously and shared with our kitchen team for immediate review. We also want to address the concern regarding portions. During our grand opening week and 50% off promotion, we experienced a much larger turnout than anticipated from customers across Laval and Montreal, which unfortunately affected consistency during certain periods. However, reducing quality or value is never our intention. Since opening week, we have already reviewed and improved our portion sizes and kitchen operations to provide a better and more consistent customer experience moving forward. We understand how frustrating it is to travel for a meal and leave disappointed, and for that we sincerely apologize. Thank you for taking the time to share detailed feedback with us.
Photo of arjumand mehdi
7 May 2026
Source: Google
2.7

Asked twice for the gravy still very dry for a poutine standard.

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Photo of Alexandre Alexandre
6 May 2026
Source: Google
2.0

6 small pieces of Kabab in a bowl is too less for $15.99 bol and Kabab Temperature was not perfect it was cold, rn its 50% off but still the food temperature is not good Staff is good friendly but food is ok 5/10

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Response added on 12 May 2026
Thank you for your feedback and for recognizing our staff’s friendliness despite the busy opening week. We’re sorry to hear that the food temperature and portion size did not meet your expectations. During our grand opening and 50% off promotion, we experienced a much larger turnout than anticipated, which unfortunately affected consistency during certain periods. Since opening week, we have already reviewed and improved our bowl portions and kitchen operations to provide hotter, fresher, and more consistent meals moving forward. Your comments regarding the kabab temperature and overall value have been shared with our team, as we are continuously working to improve the customer experience. Thank you again for taking the time to leave feedback.
Photo of Nida Fatima
6 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

I think i found the best desi/ Pakistani restaurant. The experience was 10/10. Fresh, juicy and so flavorful meat. I love their concept of bowls, I didn't expect it to be that good. Definitely ordering again and would recommend to others too✨️

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Photo of Shayan
6 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Very good place I love it!

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Photo of nadia Ouali
5 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Great food! A lot of options! The staff is really nice 👌

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Response added on 12 May 2026
Thank you so much for the kind review! We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the food, the variety of options, and the service from our team 🙌 Your support truly means a lot to us, especially during our opening period. We look forward to serving you again soon at Dera Xpress ❤️
Photo of Almas Malik
5 May 2026
Source: Google
1.3

We ordered a few item from the menu Food was not fresh at all, the most disgusting thing was the poutine If you don’t know how to make something it why even put it on the menu!!! Wouldn’t recommend

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Response added on 12 May 2026
We’re sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. Your feedback regarding the freshness of the food and especially the poutine has been taken seriously and shared with our kitchen team. During our grand opening week and 50% off promotion, we experienced a much larger turnout than anticipated, which unfortunately affected consistency during certain periods. However, we understand that this does not excuse a disappointing experience. Since opening week, we have been actively reviewing recipes, improving preparation consistency, and refining several menu items based on customer feedback to provide a much better overall experience moving forward. Thank you for taking the time to share your honest feedback.
Photo of Hasnain Ali
5 May 2026
Source: Google
1.7

As a Pakistani, I wanted to promote Pakistani restaurant and our food, But unfortunately food was not good for two days I had severe stomach pain. On top of that, I got stone from the biryani that I bought very disappointed from Dera Xpress. Furthermore, the service is poor

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Photo of Hakum Ali Shah
5 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Best location at laval 😀

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Photo of navroop kaur
4 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Amazing food, great service, and a really welcoming atmosphere. Everything tasted fresh and full of flavor. The staff were friendly and attentive. Definitely coming back highly recommend! ^_^

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Photo of dennis Ho
4 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Great service and food!

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Photo of Alizeh Ahmad
4 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Cute spot with the most perfect on the go meals, the bowls are immensely flavourful with each bite leaving you craving more. The immaculately tender & perfectly seasoned meat hasn’t left my dreams since the first taste 🤤 50% off the entire menu this week def makes it worth the trip, I will for sure be returning to try more💗

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Photo of syed abbas
4 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Stopped by this newly opened spot and was really impressed. The flavors were on point, everything tasted fresh. Nice addition to the area and definitely a place worth trying for a quick, delicious meal.

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Photo of Dipanshu
4 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Food is so delicious and yummy You must visit over there

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Photo of Desi Mandi
4 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

The food is fresh, flavorful, and packed with amazing taste. Their Chicken Tikka Bowl is absolutely delicious, and the Chicken Kabab Bowl is another must-try. Great portions, quality ingredients, and friendly service. Definitely worth checking out if you’re looking for something tasty and satisfying. Highly recommend

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Photo of abdul rehman
4 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Absolutely amazing experience at DERA Express! The food was bursting with authentic flavor, perfectly cooked, and served fresh. The staff were incredibly friendly and made sure everything was just right. Definitely one of my new favorite spots—highly recommend!

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Photo of Krystel Pool
4 May 2026
Source: Google
2.3

Butter chicken, beef Reshmi, chicken Biryani all terrible unfortunately. Luckily it was 50% off, so I only wasted 50$. You guys should review your recipes and the cuts of meat you use.

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Response added on 12 May 2026
We’re sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. Your feedback regarding the Butter Chicken, Beef Reshmi, and Chicken Biryani has been taken seriously and shared with our kitchen team for review. During our grand opening week and 50% off promotion, we experienced a much larger turnout than anticipated, which unfortunately affected consistency during certain periods. Since opening week, we have already been reviewing recipes, improving preparation consistency, and adjusting portions based on customer feedback to provide a better overall experience moving forward. As for the reviews, we respect that every customer will have their own opinion and experience. We truly appreciate all feedback — both positive and negative — as it helps us improve as a new business. Thank you for taking the time to share your honest feedback.
Photo of Zaigham Majeed
4 May 2026
Source: Google
1.0

Went there on their opening night and unfortunately had a rough experience. After eating, I had stomach pain and couldn’t sleep the whole night. It was really uncomfortable. I understand it’s early days for them, so maybe it was just an off night, but I wanted to share my experience in case it helps them improve. 1st day of opening should be more people working thr 1st experience is last experience

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Photo of Natasha Kanwal
4 May 2026
Source: Google
1.0

The food was bad. We ate food in the afternoon and at night time we had running stomach with stomach ache. I was not expecting that they would serve old food on their grand opening day. Highly unprofessional!!

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Photo of Maham W
3 May 2026
Source: Google
1.0

Highly highly disappointed! Today was their first opening day and we got here for 7:00pm, dinner time. Didn’t have any kababs. Didn’t have any tikkas. Didn’t have any poutine sauce. Nothing at all! Add to that 45+ min of waiting in line only to leave half way because the wait is not worth it.

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Photo of Frishta Khedri
3 May 2026
Source: Google
1.0

We had been waiting in line for an hour, but there were only two people to serve, and today is the first day it's been open, and the guy taking orders was going inside every minute and there was no one to take orders

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Opening hours

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  • Sunday 11:30 - 22:00
  • Monday 11:30 - 22:00
  • Tuesday 11:30 - 22:00
  • Wednesday 11:30 - 22:00
  • Thursday 11:30 - 22:00
  • Friday 11:30 - 22:00
  • Saturday 11:30 - 22:00

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Beef Bowl Brunch Chicken Dessert Dinner Fish Lunch Poutine Sandwich
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