Le Super Qualité — Restaurant in Montreal

Love the pav bhaji, Dahi batata puri and okra fries the first time I came here. The second time must have been a few years later and I got the masala dosa and sol kadhi. They were a match made in heaven. I also took a veg Thali in their metal takeout containers that you have to pay a deposit on and return within 14 days to get your money back which I probably would have not done if I knew because I’m very busy. (Edit: as I put it in my nice canvas tote bag nobody bothered to warn me that it’s not leak proof so when I was out doing groceries the grocery store gave me a bag to put it in and in which it continued to leak despite being upright so without this bag it would have been a real big accident. I still had to spend an hour or more after trying to get the stains out of my tote and I didn’t manage to get it all out and then realized there was a fishy smell so I checked and turns out they didn’t give me the veg Thali because it had shrimp in it. Even at the resto I got a bill saying not veg thali and then asked why am I being charged for this didn’t you make me the veg thali and the waitress said yes I’m sure they did and just corrected my bill instead of checking in with the chefs about the error so she lied. It’s a good thing I’m a flexitarian or it would have gone to waste. I’ll still eat it but disappointed at the lack of professionalism and honesty.) It was all good though. the second time I was here I found one waitress to be a bit rude to me but the other waitress and chefs were so nice. I was wondering if I could get an empty dosa for the leftover sauce but the waitress said it wasn’t possible and only suggested the pav in a condescending tone which I said I would take if it was the only option but the chefs brought me over a chapati from my thali which I was so happy with. Then when I ordered a second chapati she was making me feel like I was difficult even though I didn’t mind paying for it. And they didn’t bring me water, a napkin and cutlery the whole time even though everyone else got some. Then as I got up to leave I poured myself a cup of their tea because it seemed like it was on the table of the cups you can take and thus possibly a complimentary tea or hot water. Apparently it isn’t usually but bcuz I didn’t know and it was towards the end of the night, they didn’t charge me and or mind and the nicer waitress offered me a glass of room temp water I guess once realizing I never got some. This chai tea was a must try. I came back a third time to return my containers and got their new veg thali in house which is incredible and so big. My favourite was the sweet potatoes but each dish was perfect. The staff were all so nice this last time ! I still look forward to returning. People can be hit or miss but the food is always a hit and the staff are...

Super Qualité offers delicious food, great attention to detail in how dishes are put together, and a menu that feels thoughtfully designed. Portions are solid, flavors are rich and balanced, and there’s real effort in how everything is presented and tuned to authentic Indian traditional food.

Their seasonal beers below are for 2025 summer:

jj flyover (5% lager) – The smooth talker. Classic and approachable, crisp, clean, and easy to drink.

bière de balcon (3% sour raspberry) – The playful rebel. Light and tart with a fruity edge, refreshing with a bit of attitude.

ghost farm (6% IPA) – The bold visionary. Hoppy and complex, with notes of citrus or pine.

russet-macérée (6.6% saison cider/beer) – The eclectic artist. A dry, funky cider-beer hybrid with a layered taste.

joe (6.8% sparkling cider) – The charismatic charmer. Bright, bubbly, refreshing, and refined.

piquette (5%) – The minimalist trendsetter. Light and subtle, leaning toward natural wine vibes.

bellwoods stay classy (0% IPA) – The straight-edge enthusiast. All the IPA flavor with none of the alcohol.

Menu picks that stand out:

Wada Pav – Spicy potato patty in a bun with chutneys. Filling and quick, like a snack on the go.

Dahi Batata Puri – Crispy puris topped with potatoes, chickpeas, yogurt, chutney, lime, and spices. Crunchy and refreshing.

Chicken 65 – Boneless chicken fried with bold spices. Straightforward, spicy starter.

Chili Paneer – Paneer with peppers and onions in a sweet-spicy sauce. Comforting with a bit of heat.

Pav Bhaji – Mashed veggie mix served with soft bread rolls. Buttery, hearty, and satisfying.

Thali Tamil Nadu – A full plate with rice, curries, and sides. Great if you want to try a mix of flavors.

Masala Dosa – A crispy crepe stuffed with spiced potatoes. Comes with chutney and sambar — light but filling.

Extras:

Rice – Soft and fluffy, absorbs sauces nicely. Rasam – Light and spicy broth, good as a starter. Sambar – Hearty lentil-based stew with vegetables. Papads (x2) – Thin and crispy wafers for crunch. Yogurt – Cool and plain, balances spicy dishes. Pav – Soft rolls, perfect for dipping. Pickle – Tangy and bold, adds a punch of flavor.

Signature cocktails:

Billy Mitchell – Gin with bittermelon, ginger, and lime. Herbal, a little bitter, but balanced.

Aam Paw – White rum with mango powder, pineapple, and pepper. Fruity with a mild kick.

Mirza Ghalib – Tequila with mango, lime, ginger, and other sour ingredients. Smooth with a layered flavor.

Of note: the thali menu rotates on a regular basis. Highly...

There have been probably just 1 or 2 other places that have recieved all 5 stars from me (for real, browse my other reviews). This place deserves every single one of them, in fact, if there were anymore stars, I would gladly give it to them. Le.Super Qualite - truly SUPER GURU!!!! You guys have nailed it, every single apsect and every single dish - the usage of ingredients at the right proportions, the balance in the spiciness/sweetness/tanginess of each dish, the menu selection, the ambiance and the pricing (both from a consumer and business perspective), you guys have achieved perfection. A rare feat! In my opinion, you wouldn't find this perfect INDIAN cooking and menu, in all of Montreal, oh what the hell, in all of Canada!! Our host, knew every single aspect of the cuisine, the story behind the theme and a lot about the culture of the food he was handling. That to me, in my books, is respect for your craft. 10/10.

P.S - for new visitors to Montreal, try this place. It's worth every penny. Try as many dishes as you can. For folks from Karnataka - as my wife put it, you are sure to have an Anton Ego moment where you will be taken back to your childhood and to the streets you belonged to. For Kannadigas, it's one of the very few places in this part of the world that are kannada themed for the most parts. Their theme seems to have borrowed a lot of stuff from Uppi's Super movie, their logo is the super symbol etc. You will find kannada sentences used extensively in the restaurant. Guess what? the owners are not Indian, they are localites. It seems, as I was told by the host, that many moons ago, the 3 owners travelled across India and had great food and when they came back from India, they didnt find that quality and taste they had had in India. So they returned to India to those specific places to learn about the culture, food culture, understand the recipes and came back to start this snack bar. Dishes are limited but perfected even to the garnish. Their Mysore masala dosa would put a lot of restaurants to shame and I'm a masala dosa...