3.5
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What guests say about (STBMONTREAL) ÉTUDIANT SAVOUREUX BIRYANI - BY OTAAQ CUISINE

Reviews are very mixed: several customers find the biryani, curries, and portions very tasty, with prices considered reasonable. However, others report a drop in quality, dishes that are undercooked or too greasy, and freshness issues. Service also seems inconsistent, with wait times, canceled orders, and availability that can vary in the evening.

Summary based on 14 reviews.

Reviews / Ratings for (STBMONTREAL) ÉTUDIANT SAVOUREUX BIRYANI - BY OTAAQ CUISINE

Photo of d guru
9 May 2026
Source: Google
1.0

We ordered the achari biryani but the rice is so hard not properly cooked and testless

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Response added on 10 May 2026
Hi, I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience with your meal. I would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you regarding compensation. Please feel free to call me at 514-885-1036. Best Regards, Zahoor.
Photo of Desmond Reed
8 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Truly one of my favorite restaurants in Montreal. Every time I come back to visit this is the first place I go. The biryani is absolutely phenomenal, but so is everything else on the menu. If you don’t believe me, my friends from South Asia have told me they haven’t found a better spot in Montreal. Don’t leave mtl without getting a lunch at Student Tasty Biryani. Insanely delicious, big portions, and very reasonably priced.

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Photo of Miles Lafleur
6 May 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Amazing biryani and a great price ide go at least 3 times a week

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Photo of Lovejeet Singh
29 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

One of the most popular picks. Known for rich butter chicken, flavorful curries, and generous portions. Casual vibe but very consistent quality and also thank you to the cashier girl she was so polite and helpful :) .

Photo of Niranjan Debnath
29 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Great restaurant and great food with beat prices ...had chicken biracial which was 😋 yummy

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Photo of Hassan Yazdani
27 Apr 2026
Source: Google
1.0

low quality, food is not fresh.

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Response added on 10 May 2026
Hi yazdani May I know what was your food and what was wrong exactly.we have free meal replacement policy always if food is not ok Thanks
Photo of khalil ahmad
22 Apr 2026
Source: Google
4.7

Food is tasty overall 9/10 , however I visited there 2 times around 10-1030 pm ,,, they said they chicken Karahi is not available… also it will be great if they have salad ,,, they only give onions if asked for salad .

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Photo of syed hussain
21 Apr 2026
Source: Google
1.0

Don’t rely on them—your guests could end up waiting. The problem is they accept the order and then cancel it for no reason. Sometimes the store even shows as closed at 10:30 PM after taking the order. It’s better not to order from DoorDash since they can shut down service anytime without notice. This is already my second order they’ve canceled.

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Photo of Sahar Abid
14 Apr 2026
Source: Google
1.7

I’m a regular customer at Student Tasty Biryani and I’ve always enjoyed their food, especially the chicken paratha roll. However, today’s experience was extremely disappointing. The paratha was clearly stale and not fresh at all, and the sauce tasted really off it completely ruined the roll. I’ve never had such a bad paratha from them before, which made it even more surprising. It’s frustrating because when you’re a loyal customer, you expect consistency. The quality of food should be the same whether it’s dine-in or takeaway, but unfortunately, that wasn’t the case today. Very disappointed. I hope they seriously work on maintaining their standards.

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Photo of Somi S
13 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

Samir is a Rockstar! Amazing biryani & Haleem. Would be nice if the chef stays around late to try their fresh naans. Only improvement for Mr. Zaheers amazing biryani would be add potatoes to give it an authentic Karachi taste.

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Photo of sub carwash
10 Apr 2026
Source: Google
1.0

I used to go to this restaurant during my time at Concordia, but my recent experience was extremely disappointing. I ordered takeout, and from the moment I received the food, there was a strong burnt oil smell. By the time I got home, the entire paper bag was soaked with oil. The meal itself was mostly rice and beans, with an excessive amount of oil. What made it worse, I found two pieces of hair in the food, which is completely unacceptable. I would not recommend this restaurant, even at a discounted price.

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Photo of yahiaoui rayane
7 Apr 2026
Source: Google
5.0

The best foodd

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Photo of Kenneth Xu
7 Mar 2026
Source: Google
1.0

quality has dropped unfortunately, non-veg thali used to be great. Recently ordered and the curry was completely watered down with the two smallest pieces of chicken in each. Also they somehow completely burnt the inside of a samosa. Such a shame, used to be my go-to place.

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Photo of Victor Zhou
25 Feb 2026
Source: Google
2.3

I came here a few times before and enjoyed their food. This time not so lucky, I waited 1h15 (not joking i checked the time of my receipt) for a chicken byriani when the store was empty. The owner was kind enough to give me a free drink, but my mood was pretty bad. I was gonna give it a 1 star but I saw a few boxes filled with takeout orders, so they might of been really busy. Anyways I'm not gonna back to this place.

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Restaurant response
Response added on 25 Feb 2026
Hi there Mr. Zhou I am owner larik here.extreemly sorry about this situation.you are absolutely right.i checked my cameras. My guy forgot couple of times as he was doing fasting. We took it serious. Plz visit or call me at my cell phone to compensate you full meal. Sorry again about it. Larik 5148851036

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

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