Moti Mahal is a family run Indian Restaurant with an emphasis on quality ingredients. We use local, Alberta products whenever possible. Come for the authentic Indian food, stay for the cocktails and wine. VOTED BEST INDIAN RESTAURANT by FFWD Weekly 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. VOTED BEST INDIAN by Avenue Magazine.

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32 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5

(32 Reviews)

Rating Breakdown 32 reviews

5 stars

(15)

4 stars

(16)

3 stars

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2 stars

(1)

1 star

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Food

(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

fit for foodies(15)
neighborhood gem(14)
good for groups(10)

special occasion(7)
great for lunch(5)
kid-friendly(3)

Moti Mahal Restaurant Reviews List

Review 1 for Moti Mahal Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food and excellent service

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We made a last minute decision to go out for dinner on Friday night and were thrilled to be able to secure a reservation through OpenTable at a restaurant we like. We took our three teenage kids and everyone enjoyed the meal. The service was great. Food selection was good and our meals were very tasty. We'll use OpenTable again and I'm sure we'll be going back to Moti Mahal soon."

Dined on 5/03/2013

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Review 2 for Moti Mahal Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Food, Good Service

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"First time out to Moti Mahal with another couple who have it as a top choice. Very enjoyable. Great food and service. I can see why it is their favourite."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 3 for Moti Mahal Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent food

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 4/29/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We really love the food and it's just as good each time we visit! Authentic Indian cuisine with a really caring ownership and staff."

Dined on 4/29/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly

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Review 4 for Moti Mahal Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Been going to Moti Mahal for

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 16/04/2013

2007

Dined on 16/04/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Been going to Moti Mahal for years and always have an amazing experience."

Dined on 16/04/2013

2007

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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Review 5 for Moti Mahal Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

A quiet business dinner

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 20/03/2013

2013

Dined on 20/03/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The menu displays a wonderful variety of dishes to accommodate all tastes and appetites, including vegan. It is a favorite place for me to take a colleague for an informal business dinner a little off the beaten track of restaurants catering to a business clientele. It is also good to go with a group and share several of their specialty dishes.
The staff are friendly and helpful but not intrusive. The restaurant was full when we arrived and it took a little while for the food to arrive - and it was worth the wait. If you order too much, the staff are happy to package up the remains for you to enjoy for lunch the next day."

Dined on 20/03/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

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Review 6 for Moti Mahal Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Lovely atmosphere and ambiance.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 09/03/2013

2013

Dined on 09/03/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Lovely atmosphere and ambiance. Great food and service. Will definitely be going back."

Dined on 09/03/2013

2013

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Review 7 for Moti Mahal Restaurant

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

I likes the Nans and Coke...

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/03/2013

2011

Dined on 04/03/2013

2011

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I likes the Nans and Coke... :P this place is not good for Indian Food..."

Dined on 04/03/2013

2011

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Review 8 for Moti Mahal Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Mmmmmm

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 14/02/2013

2009

Dined on 14/02/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"This is the first Indian meal we have had since we arrived in Calgary in 2009 and it was worth the wait. Will be going back, I loved the Vindaloo :)"

Dined on 14/02/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 9 for Moti Mahal Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

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OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 09/02/2013

2010

Dined on 09/02/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"what a great experience. While tucked into a building that at first glance does not look very welcoming, out first impression upon entering the restaurant was - wow! The décor, and more importantly, the smells wafting though out the space gave us a first impression that we choose a good place to eat. We started out with the vegie sampler appetizer and highly recommend it. The rest of the meal - lamb, korma, rice and kulcha were fantastic. The food alone was enough to bring us back.

The service and friendly staff made the entire meal enjoyable. we will be back and would suggest if you have not tried this restaurant - please do."

Dined on 09/02/2013

2010

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Review 10 for Moti Mahal Restaurant

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was spectacular and

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 25/01/2013

2013

Dined on 25/01/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was spectacular and the service was great. The wine list - although not extensive, the wines sold by the glass were perfectly paired to the menu. We had a great dinner - the next time we go, we will go with more people so that we can try more dishes!"

Dined on 25/01/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 11 for Moti Mahal Restaurant

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5