India Rosa Griffintown

Michel Condoroussis (1353 reviews)

5 May 2026

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3.3

I was fairly dissapointed with my visit to India Rosa Griffintown and I am a little confused on why the ratings are so high. I have been to their location in Montreal and enjoyed it but this visit, my first at this location, was not really good. Everyone was nice and the place is quite big, so it can accommodate groups of any size, however it was the food that really left me wanting more. There are a lot of great Indian restaurants in Montreal, but this is not one I would recommend as the dish I had (the tasting platter for two) was quite disappointing. It was basically a piece of lamp, chicken and saumon with some spices but there was no spiciness to it. I would have prefered a lot more variety and some of those delicious dishes with sauces that have so much flavour and spice. The best part was the small side that came with it. Also, the drinks are way overpriced and overall it is much more expensive than much better Indian restaurants in Montreal.

Restaurant response

Response added on 5 May 2026

Hello Michel, We’re sorry to hear that your experience at India Rosa Griffintown did not meet your expectations, especially after enjoying your visit to our Mont-Royal location. We would like to clarify that the menu and recipes are consistent across all India Rosa locations, as we aim to offer the same flavors and quality wherever you visit us. For that reason, we’re a bit surprised to hear that your experience felt so different from your previous visit. It’s also worth noting that our menu is built around two different approaches. Our dishes with sauces are more traditional and are where you’ll find the depth, richness, and spice that many guests expect from Indian cuisine. On the other hand, items like the tasting platter follow a more modern, tapas-style approach, designed to highlight ingredients in a different way rather than focusing on bold heat or saucy preparations. We understand that this contrast may not have aligned with your expectations, especially if you were looking for something more traditional and spice-forward. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again and guide you toward dishes that better match what you’re looking for. Warm regards, The India Rosa team.

PARDEEP KAUR (10 reviews)

4 May 2026

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5.0

We always like the food there, the quality of food is best with the presentation too.

Jamal Serawan (256 reviews)

4 May 2026

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5.0

I had an amazing experience at India Rosa. Everything was on point from the fresh and flavorful food to the beautiful decor and great music that really set the vibe. The service was exceptional, especially from our Moroccan waitress who was incredibly kind and attentive throughout the night. You can tell they really care about the full experience, not just the food. Definitely coming back for more!

SAM VAID (11 reviews)

4 May 2026

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3.7

We went here for dinner and had mixed feelings about the experience. The food itself was good and flavorful, so no complaints on that front. However, the service really took away from the overall experience. Our server barely checked in on us throughout the meal. We were hoping to order more naan, but it took a long time to get her attention. By the time the naan finally arrived, the rest of our food had already gone cold, which was disappointing. The lack of service made the visit frustrating honestly.

Restaurant response

Response added on 4 May 2026

Hello Sam, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re very glad to hear that you enjoyed the food and flavors. That said, we’re genuinely sorry that the service did not meet expectations. What you described is not the level of attentiveness we aim to provide, and we understand how frustrating it can be to wait, especially when it affects the enjoyment of your meal. Your comment about the naan timing and lack of follow-up is taken seriously, and we’ll be addressing this with our team to ensure better pacing and presence on the floor moving forward. We'd like to discuss this further with you. You can reach us at [email protected]. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again and provide the complete experience we strive for. Warm regards, The India Rosa team

Huguette McKay (8 reviews)

3 May 2026

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5.0

We were welcomed warmly and our server was just perfect, not intrusive but attentive. Food delicious and creative presentation. A lovely time spent in a nice ambiance

Restaurant response

Response added on 4 May 2026

Thank you so much for your kind words, Huguette! 🌸 We’re delighted to hear you felt warmly welcomed and well taken care of, attentive without being intrusive is exactly what we strive for. So happy you enjoyed the food and presentation, and that the ambiance made it a lovely experience. We hope to welcome you back again soon! ✨ The India Rosa Team

sebastien whissell (14 reviews)

3 May 2026

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5.0

Great atmosphere, parking nearby, the food is delicious.

Restaurant response

Response added on 4 May 2026

Thanks for the review, Sebastien! 🌸 We'll hopefully see you again soon for more culinary discoveries! ✨ The India Rosa

Erwin M (5 reviews)

1 May 2026

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4.7

Food was tasty, but not that authentic.

Restaurant response

Response added on 4 May 2026

Thanks for the review, Erwin. Glad you enjoyed the food. 🌸 Our cuisine is meant to offer a modern take on our traditional family recipes. That's why we call it modern-Indian cuisine. 😊 We'll hopefully see you soon for more culinary discoveries! The India Rosa Team

Dawud Istiytieh (3 reviews)

28 Apr 2026

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2.0

The food may be very good, but I wouldn’t know if it’s worth the trouble again. Trying to arrange a corporate group reservation turned into an unnecessarily frustrating process that ultimately made me lose interest altogether. Instead of a simple phone call, the manager insisted on handling everything strictly through email or a reservation form requiring full credit card details upfront. What should have taken a few minutes dragged into multiple back-and-forth emails over three days, just to clarify basic details. For a business booking, this felt rigid, impersonal, and inefficient. A quick conversation could have resolved everything immediately, but that option wasn’t offered. Good food isn’t enough to make up for a process this inconvenient. I won’t be pursuing a reservation here again.

Restaurant response

Response added on 29 Apr 2026

Hello Dawud, We are glad to know that you enjoyed the food, and we truly appreciate that positive comment. On the other hand, we are sorry to hear that our group reservation process did not meet your expectations, but we must remain consistent with the procedures that allow us to properly manage large bookings. For corporate and social groups of this size, we follow a structured reservation process that is standard practice in many restaurants. Our process is handled by email and reservation form so that all important details can be communicated clearly and accurately in writing, including menu selections, timing, billing arrangements, guest count policies, and cancellation or no-show terms. This protects both the guest and the restaurant, avoids misunderstandings, and ensures we can prepare appropriately for the event. Due to the high volume of group booking requests we receive, this email-based procedure is also the most effective way for us to respond seven days a week and provide consistent, accurate information to every guest. To clarify, this was not a matter of a manager “insisting” on anything, but simply our reservation team applying the same required booking procedure used for all large groups. We do not make exceptions based on pressure or preference, as we believe in treating all guests fairly and equally. The process itself is straightforward and could have been completed in a single email exchange had the requested information been provided promptly and the required steps followed cooperatively. The extended back-and-forth resulted from the process being challenged rather than completed. Regarding the credit card information, it is requested only to secure and confirm large group reservations. It is never charged in advance simply for booking. Any applicable no-show or last-minute cancellation fees are clearly explained beforehand in the emails and on the form and, if applicable, are settled in person as part of the final bill. In your case, the reservation request was for 25 guests, while only 18 guests arrived without any advance notice of the reduced attendance. From our review, the requested information and next steps were clearly provided, but it appeared that the required reservation procedure was being avoided, as we never received the requested completed information, form or confirmation. Despite that, we still reserved space for your group in a last effort to accommodate you. Note that for large groups, accurate numbers are essential for staffing, table planning, food preparation, and space allocation. We always do our best to be flexible and accommodating, and we ask for the same cooperation from our guests by respecting the agreed process and communicating important changes beforehand. In the end, we feel your negative review is particularly unfair given that, despite the lack of cooperation on your part, our team still managed to welcome your group and provide you with a proper dining experience. We stand by this procedure because it allows us to provide an organized and high-quality experience for all guests, not just one party. We wish you all the best. The India Rosa team

Aaron (16 reviews)

28 Apr 2026

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3.3

The host was very rude. We walked in off the street as the restaurant looked quite but the host ignored us by starting to prepare for us and then stops after he finds out we don't have a reservation! Then he chooses to help another group who walked in after us, first. Message received, you don't want us to celebrate our friend's birthday & business meeting. The sad part is the restaurant was almost empty!

Restaurant response

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Amer Azzizi (35 reviews)

28 Apr 2026

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1.0

We are three people the restaurant most the table empty the reception ask if we make three of us if we have reservations we say no then anthers group shows up just walk away and same time we was waiting after we just walked away

Restaurant response

Response added on 29 Apr 2026

Hello Amer, We are not completely sure we understand every part of your comment. but we are sorry if there was any confusion during your visit. This is not the experience we are aiming to provide. During peak hours it is common for several parties to arrive at the same time. Even when tables may appear available, our team needs to organize seating carefully based on reservations, server sections, and guests already being welcomed. For this reason, we seat parties one group at a time to keep service smooth for everyone. We understand waiting at the entrance can be frustrating, and we regret that you chose to leave before we could seat your party. To ensure the smoothest possible experience, especially during busy periods, we always recommend making a reservation in advance. We appreciate your comments and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a better experience. The India Rosa team

M Thomas (21 reviews)

27 Apr 2026

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5.0

We received a great service from Alice. She was very friendly and attentive. The mimosas were perfectly balanced. The only dent in our otherwise great experience was at reception where l found the lady a bit cold and argumentative, for no reason.

csepeli erika (2 reviews)

27 Apr 2026

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5.0

Too loud. food the best

Alex Bar (276 reviews)

27 Apr 2026

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5.0

This is an absolutely superbe spot for a date night or drinks with friends or colleagues. Great food, some dishes might be a bit spicy 🥵 🍢 but most are very tasty 😋 🤤 and superbly presented. They have a great specialty cocktail 🍹 list as well as a good wine 🍷 and beer 🍺 selection. Make sure you reserve on the weekends because it dose get quite busy.

FELIX Crescencio (3 reviews)

26 Apr 2026

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5.0

Amazing

Restaurant response

Response added on 27 Apr 2026

Thanks for the review, Felix! 🌸 We'll see you soon ✨ The India Rosa Team

Valérie Dubeau (10 reviews)

19 Apr 2026

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5.0

Always love going there! The food is amazing.

Restaurant response

Response added on 20 Apr 2026

Thank you for your thoughtful review, Valérie! 🌸 We'll hopefully see you soon! ✨ The India Rosa Team

Gemma (2 reviews)

18 Apr 2026

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3.0

Not Indian food. Not even close.

Restaurant response

Response added on 18 Apr 2026

Hi Gemma, Thanks for the share. We’ll be sure to ask our Indian owners and Indian chefs if they share your opinion. Jokes aside, everyone is entitled to their opinion, but it should still remain grounded in the truth. Saying our food is “not Indian” is simply inaccurate. Our cuisine is rooted in traditional Indian flavors and techniques while also embracing a modern approach. Indian cuisine is one of the most diverse in the world, and it goes far beyond the narrow version some people may expect. Not every style will suit every guest, and that’s perfectly fine. But disliking something personally is very different from misrepresenting what it is. We appreciate your comments on the service and atmosphere, and we wish you the best in finding a restaurant that better suits your tastes. Best regards The India Rosa team 🌸

J J (3 reviews)

17 Apr 2026

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4.3

Great food and ambiance—really enjoyed the overall experience. The bucket seats, while visually appealing, are quite uncomfortable and make it difficult to sit properly during a meal. It’s definitely something worth reconsidering. Unfortunately, if you’re a group of five, there’s no option but to sit there. I received your response but I don’t think you understood. We did sit at a a table with a booth, not at the bar.

Restaurant response

Response added on 17 Apr 2026

Hello J J, Thanks for your feedback and for clarifying the situation. We’re sorry for the misunderstanding in our previous response. We now understand that you were seated at a round table with booth-style seats, not at the actual bar. We truly appreciate your comments regarding the comfort of the seating, as this kind of feedback helps us improve the guest experience. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the food and ambiance overall. For your next visit, please don’t hesitate to mention your preference for standard chairs when making the reservation or upon arrival, and we’ll gladly do our best to accommodate you. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon. The India Rosa Team 🌸

Sujoy M (18 reviews)

16 Apr 2026

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5.0

It was a good experience having dinner here with my girlfriend. The ambiance is good. The seating is nice. The tables are well spaced and the music is chill. We had three courses, one side of one main dish and one desert, and all of it was delicious. My favourite was the lamb kebab.

Restaurant response

Response added on 17 Apr 2026

Thanks for the review, Sujoy! 🌸 Glad you enjoyed your overall experience : food, drinks & ambiance. ✨ And good pick on the Lamb Kebab, it's one of our fave too! We'll see you soon 😊 The India Rosa Team

Hiba El Ghazi (3 reviews)

14 Apr 2026

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5.0

Great food, great drinks, great service. Everything was amazing from the moment we walked in to the moment we left. The atmosphere is very intimate and soothing, the music was also just the right volume, not too loud so you can actually have a conversation. The portions were generous, we had a hard time finishing what we ordered. I highly recommend.

Christa Clervoix (2 reviews)

13 Apr 2026

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4.7

A really nice restaurant with amazing food, the waiters are quick and attentive to your needs. I took the chicken madras and it was super great !!

Restaurant response

Response added on 13 Apr 2026

Thank you so much for you review, Christa! 🌸 We’re thrilled you enjoyed the food and the attentive service, it means a lot to our team. And great choice with the chicken madras (it's one of our favourite too!) We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! ✨ The India Rosa Team

Taran Raheja (8 reviews)

12 Apr 2026

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2.0

Worst food ever. Don't ever visit here . overpriced and overhyped.🤮🤮 took extra $3 dollar per person for bringing a cake .

Dishant Kapoor (19 reviews)

12 Apr 2026

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1.0

I want to give 0 start as per its hype total garbage food even poor service and as per cost food quantity is very very low, you have to call someone again and again for ordering i means i will recommend never form to this place again even we didn’t cut the cake here we took it back. 👎👎👎👎👎👎

Dhruv Sehgal (8 reviews)

11 Apr 2026

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1.0

Had a very bad experience.

Tanu Raheja (3 reviews)

11 Apr 2026

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1.0

garbage food , don't come waste of money worst indian food ever

Nirmit Kachrani (22 reviews)

11 Apr 2026

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4.7

Well prepared

Restaurant response

Response added on 13 Apr 2026

Thank you for your review, Nirmit! 🌸 We'll see you soon! ✨ The India Rosa Team