Thanjai Restaurant

MAS ICE (643 reviews)

27 Apr 2026

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5.0

Absolutely loved everything about this restaurant. The atmosphere the decor the service from the staff and the owners are amazing too. They have an incredible selection of food for all palates.. u really can’t go wrong everything is delicious. I recommend this place to everyone

Restaurant response

Response added on 29 Apr 2026

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you loved the atmosphere, décor, and the service from our staff and owners. It is great to know that you enjoyed the wide selection of dishes and found everything delicious. Your recommendation means a lot to us. You can also enjoy our meals at home by ordering directly from our website and get 15% off every order.

Diya

16 Apr 2026

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4.7

This is easily one of my go to places when I’m in the area. The food is always fresh and full of flavour. For starters I’d recommend the chicken 65. And as a main course the briyani or the dosa chicken manchurian wrap. Or even the masala dosa, which is huge. The owner is always kind

shakti sharma (79 reviews)

12 Apr 2026

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1.0

Disappointing visit overall. The service was slow, and the buffet didn’t meet expectations. It started late, some dishes were missing, and the same rice kept being repeated. For $22, the value just isn’t there. The food quality and aroma also seem to have declined. Hoping to see improvements in both service and consistency.

Restaurant response

Response added on 13 Apr 2026

Thank you for your feedback. We would like to clarify that this does not reflect the experience we delivered during our Tamil New Year buffet. Our team personally checked with guests throughout the service and gathered feedback, and we are glad to share that customers were very happy with both the food and service. Many appreciated the homestyle taste and mentioned that it reminded them of food back home. We also want to highlight that all dishes served were exactly as per the menu shared in advance on our social media. Since every item was freshly prepared and served directly to each table, a slight wait time is expected and is part of ensuring quality and a better dining experience. If you had any concerns during your visit, we would have truly appreciated you informing our staff at the time so we could have addressed it immediately and ensured a better experience. We are pleased to share that we had satisfied our customers, and many expressed that they would love to have the same kind of experience every month. We always continue to improve our planning, service flow, and overall execution, but based on the feedback received on the day, the event was well received by our guests.

Deepshikha Jhajhria (1 review)

10 Apr 2026

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1.0

I ordered a masala dosa and was sent a chicken dosa instead. I don’t eat non-vegetarian food, so this completely ruined my meal. This kind of mistake is serious and should not happen. Very disappointed with the lack of care in handling orders.

Restaurant response

Response added on 13 Apr 2026

Thank you for your feedback. We take order accuracy and dietary preferences very seriously, especially when it comes to vegetarian and non vegetarian items. This is not the experience we aim to deliver, and such errors are not taken lightly by our team. Please note that all orders go through a careful preparation and verification process before dispatch. We are reviewing this internally with our kitchen and packing team to understand how this could have happened and to ensure even stricter checks going forward. If this was brought to our attention at the time of delivery, we would have immediately taken steps to correct it. We truly value your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future.

Kelsey M (24 reviews)

7 Apr 2026

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5.0

Beautiful decor in the restaurant. The food is also good. Nice spicy and flavorful dishes. I had 3 with my wife and we both enjoyed our dinner.

Restaurant response

Response added on 13 Apr 2026

Thank you for your kind feedback. We are glad you enjoyed the ambiance and decor of the restaurant, and that the food met your expectations with its spice and flavor. It is always wonderful to hear that you and your wife had a pleasant dining experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.

Jaspreet Kaur (18 reviews)

29 Mar 2026

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5.0

Great food

Sneha Dey (11 reviews)

23 Mar 2026

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4.3

Hmm this place used to be my childhood but now I fear it got whitified :( I used to go here and burn my taste buds and still keep eating because the flavours were so addictive but they just don’t have that vibe anymore. Their dosa wasn’t crispy either and the chicken we ordered had 1 chicken and 1 piece with just bones but the “gravy” was still out of this world. I just wish that it did come with more meat pieces? still good for first time South Asian food tryers tho!

Restaurant response

Response added on 26 Mar 2026

Thank you for your honest feedback and for being a long-time guest of Thanjai Restaurant. We truly appreciate your memories with us and are sorry that your recent visit did not fully match your expectations. We are committed to serving authentic South Indian food in Montreal, including crispy dosas and flavorful dishes. Please feel free to let our team know your preference for crispy or soft dosa during your visit, and we will also make sure our team asks for your preference to better serve you. For certain varieties, especially when filled with masala, the texture may vary, but we always aim to provide the best possible experience. Regarding your feedback on the chicken portion, it may vary depending on the dish or combination ordered, such as a curry or part of a thali. However, we always aim to provide generous portions. Please feel free to speak with our team during your next visit, and we will be happy to ensure it meets your expectations. We also appreciate your feedback on portion and consistency and will certainly take it into account. We hope to welcome you again and provide you with the experience you remember.

RV VITHU (14 reviews)

19 Mar 2026

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3.7

I ordered chicken fried rice and butter chicken. The rice was okay, but the butter chicken tasted very bad. Some of the food was tasty, but some of it was not good. You can try more better guys

Restaurant response

Response added on 27 Mar 2026

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the chicken fried rice, but we are sorry that the butter chicken did not meet your expectations. We strive to serve high-quality Indian food with consistent taste across all our dishes. Your feedback is important to us, and we will certainly share it with our kitchen team to improve. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide you with a better overall experience.

Rajalingam AJ (12 reviews)

9 Mar 2026

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5.0

I visited from Vancouver on a business trip and tried the killi poratta with chicken lollipop—it instantly reminded me of my hometown, Sivakasi. Amazing service and excellent food quality. This is always my go-to restaurant in Montreal.

jaspreet singh taggar (8 reviews)

8 Mar 2026

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1.0

Called to ask about vegan options. I started in French and the call was immediately disconnected. When I called again, I was abruptly told “Speak in English,” and my question was answered with a blunt “No.” Not having vegan options is perfectly fine, but the lack of service in French and responding so dismissively shows very poor customer service.

Suprith Som (259 reviews)

5 Mar 2026

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4.3

I had ordered Chicken Kothu Parota and Gobi Manchurian, it lacked flavor and it was just below average.

Prabhjot Grewal (2 reviews)

1 Mar 2026

Source: Google

5.0

Good spot for dosas or south indian food

Neethu (2 reviews)

1 Mar 2026

Source: Google

4.7

We hosted a party at Thanjai Restaurant yesterday with a vegetarian menu, and all our guests truly enjoyed the delicious food.The party hall was perfect for small events, and the staff were very kind and helpful throughout. I highly recommend Thanjai for small celebrations!

Arun Unnikrishnan (24 reviews)

28 Feb 2026

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5.0

All the dishes we ate in the party hall was very good. Everybody enjoyed the food and service was excellent and were very friendly.

Kanmani Shunmugasundari (5 reviews)

27 Feb 2026

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4.0

A truly satisfying South Indian meal! The sambar instantly took me back to Chennai comforting, nostalgic, and full of authentic flavour I tried their Veg Thali, and it felt very homely. It comes with three different vegetable preparations, giving a nice balance and a good carb fibre split. Everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared. Definitely a solid 4.5/5 for the Veg Thali. The Egg Biryani was decent - I’d rate it 3/5. It lacked the depth of flavour you’d typically expect from a non-veg biryani. However, their Chicken 777 is a must-try! It’s similar to Chicken 65 but tossed in flavorful Indo-Chinese style sauces bold, slightly spicy, and very satisfying. Easily a 4/5. They also make a wide range of South Indian snacks like murukku or chakli, thattai, ribbon pakoda, and more and they’re very reasonably priced. I tried the butter murukku, thattai, and ribbon pakoda, and they were excellent. Honestly, I’d consider ordering directly from them instead of buying from a grocery store! If you’re craving authentic South Indian comfort food and snacks, this place is definitely worth a visit

Parth Patel (14 reviews)

23 Feb 2026

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5.0

Excellent experience! The restaurant offers authentic South Indian taste with fantastic and delicious flavors. Every dish was fresh, well-prepared, and truly amazing. The staff communication is very good and friendly. They take time to explain the menu and recommend the best dishes based on your preference, which makes the experience even better. The service is fast and efficient. The restaurant is very clean and well-maintained. The presentation of the dishes is beautiful and professional, and the taste is absolutely fantastic. Overall, amazing food, great customer service, fast service, and a clean environment. Highly recommended for anyone looking for real South Indian cuisine!

Monica Writes (62 reviews)

22 Feb 2026

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5.0

Ordered the ambur goat biryani for my party of 10 pax it was absolutely phenomenal , perfectly cooked, fragrant, and packed with rich flavours & right balance of spices. The delivery on time as promised at 1130 am with the extra treats were such a thoughtful surprise! They were just as delicious and added an extra layer of joy to the whole experience. It honestly felt like a generous homemade feast rather than just a meal. Highly recommend and deeply appreciated!

Vishali Rajendran (10 reviews)

17 Feb 2026

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5.0

We visited Thanjai for dinner yesterday with our family m. This was our 4th time here, and it’s officially our favorite South Indian restaurant so far! We’re from Ottawa, and it’s honestly hard to find authentic, satisfying South Indian food there. We’ve been searching in both Ottawa and Toronto, and we’re so happy to have found this gem. Our kids (6 and 10) always look forward to eating here. Our absolute favorites are the Chicken 65 Biryani and Chicken Kothu Parota both are consistently delicious. The quality of the food and the service are always top notch. Yesterday we didn’t have any plans, so we literally drove to Montreal just to enjoy Thanjai’s food , it’s that good! We would be thrilled if they ever opened a branch in Ottawa. Highly recommended!

SIMRANJIT KAUR (6 reviews)

16 Feb 2026

Source: Google

5.0

Best service by ROHIT . As soon as we entered he was so nice and welcoming. Definitely worth it

Charu Indora (22 reviews)

29 Jan 2026

Source: Google

1.0

We visited this restaurant for the first time with high expectations. I went with my husband and brother, and the restaurant looked nice from the inside, which made us feel hopeful about the experience. We ordered Chicken Lollipop, Chicken 777, Masala Dosa, and Chicken Curry Dosa. Our food arrived within 20–25 minutes, but unfortunately, the taste was very disappointing. None of the dishes were good, and we were extremely dissatisfied. What made the experience worse was that from the next day onwards, all three of us had stomach issues, including vomiting and stomach pain. We usually go out for dinner once a week and enjoy exploring different restaurants, but something like this has never happened to us before. Overall, it was a very bad experience, and I would not recommend this place.

Restaurant response

Response added on 30 Jan 2026

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. Food quality, hygiene, and customer satisfaction are our top priorities, and we take comments like yours very seriously. This is the first time we have received feedback of this nature, and we are concerned to learn about the health issues you mentioned. We follow strict food safety and cleanliness standards in our kitchen, and our team prepares all dishes fresh. That said, we would genuinely like to look into this matter further and understand what may have gone wrong. We kindly request you to contact us directly so we can discuss your visit in detail and address your concerns appropriately. We appreciate honest feedback, as it helps us improve, and we hope to have the opportunity to regain your trust in the future

satish Peddelli (105 reviews)

27 Jan 2026

Source: Google

3.3

Curries and dosa are good ,sambhar needs improvement, veg thali should be avoided.

Restaurant response

Response added on 30 Jan 2026

Thank you for dining with us. We’re pleased you liked our curries and dosa. Our food is made fresh with care and authentic flavors, and while tastes can differ, we value all feedback. We look forward to serving you again.

Raghu Raman S (26 reviews)

24 Jan 2026

Source: Google

1.0

Added artificial colours in chicken. Chicken fried rice contained chicken that was prepared for another dish/ reused/ leftover from previous days.

Rajeshkumar Gurusamy (9 reviews)

21 Jan 2026

Source: Google

4.7

A very good choice for South Indian food in Monteral

Jamaica Manuela Layson (23 reviews)

3 Jan 2026

Source: Google

4.0

Service takes a long time to serve for group of 25 people Alcohol drinks not too good Too loud music Friendly staff and have a good memory No space to hang jackets

Restaurant response

Response added on 5 Jan 2026

Thank you for your review, Jamaica. However, this appears to be for a different restaurant, as we don’t have a record of this visit. We kindly ask that you redirect your feedback to the correct business. Thank you!

Kapil Behl (63 reviews)

2 Jan 2026

Source: Google

5.0

Delicious food, very nice simple place to visit

Restaurant response

Response added on 5 Jan 2026

Thank you, Kapil! We’re happy you enjoyed the food and your visit. Hope to see you again soon.