Moti Mahal Restaurant - 17th Ave

Name: Moti Mahal Restaurant - 17th Ave
Address: 1805 14th St. SW, Calgary, AB, Canada, T2t3t1
Telephone: (403) 228-9990
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

559 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Indian

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Moti Mahal requires patrons to wear a mask upon entering the restaurant, as well as while moving about the restaurant. Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe.

For parties 6 or larger, please call us at 403-228-9990

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 5, 2023

7:30 PM

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(403) 228-9990

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Indian, Vegetarian
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(403) 228-9990
Website
http://www.motimahal.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Harjit Mann

Location
1805 14th St. SW, Calgary, AB T2t3t1
Neighborhood
Calgary
Cross street
17th Ave SW
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Samosas
Crisp triangle shaped pastries with choice of filling; 2 per order
- VegetableCA$4.50
- ChickenCA$5.50
- LambCA$4.00
- PrawnCA$7.00
Pakoras
Chickpea battered fritters; 6 per order
- Vegetable - onions, potatoes, spinachCA$8.00
- Chili - jalapenosCA$8.00
- Paneer - homemade cheeseCA$9.00
- Fish - seasonal fishCA$12.00
Alu TikkiCA$8.00
Spicy onion and potato dumplings; 6 per order
Mixed Vegetable PlatterCA$12.95
Mixture of samosas, vegetable pakoras, alu tikki, and paneer pakoras
Tandoori Goat CheeseCA$12.00
Warm papadum crusted goat cheese with onion masala served with naan slices
Prawn Roti WrapCA$13.95
Zucchini, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes, with prawns wrapped in a whole wheat roti
Prawn Goa MasalaCA$13.95
Prawns cooked with a tomato and onion masala served on top of sliced naan
Papri ChaatCA$8.00
Savory snack of papri, yogurt, chickpeas, onions, and potatoes topped with a tangy tamarind chutney
PapadumsCA$3.00
Lentil flour crackers served with sweet mango chutney; 2 per orde

Tandoori Specialties

can be had as an appetizer or with the main course

Moti's Special PlateCA$16.95
Tandoori Prawns, Seekh Kebab, Lamb Tikka, Chicken Tikka served with sauteed caramalized onions and bell peppers
Moti Shahi KebabCA$15.95
Chicken tenderloin marinated in cream cheese and white pepper
Chicken TikkaCA$14.95
5 pieces of boneless tandoori chicken
Tandoori PrawnsCA$15.95
Marinated barbequed prawns served with onions and tomatoes
Beef KebabCA$15.95
7oz. of sliced beef tenderloin marinated in a spicy vindaloo sauce
Seekh KebabCA$14.95
Organic ground lamb, onion, garlic and ginger kebabs served with mint chutney
Paneer TikkaCA$12.95
Marinated paneer kebabs served with onions and tomatoes
Tandoori Chicken
Spicy barbequed chicken
- Quarter - 2 piecesCA$9.00
- Half - 4 piecesCA$16.00

Traditional Dishes

the following dishes can be made with your choice of chicken - $15.50 lamb - $16 prawn - $15.95

Tikka Butter Masala
Tomato, cream and jalapeno curry
Korma
Almond, raisin, cream, fennel and cardamon curry
Kashmiri
Apple, cream and white pepper curry
Masala
Traditional tomato, onion, garlic and ginger based curry
Vindaloo
Jalapeno, crushed red chili pepper, vinegar, coriander, cumin and cinnamon curry with potatoes
Jalfrazie
Large chopped onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers, in a dry spicy curry
Palak
Spinach, tomato, onion, garlic and ginger puree

Chicken Specialties

Butter ChickenCA$15.50
Chicken in a creamy, buttery tomato curry
Shahi Jeera ChickenCA$15.50
Chicken with dry red chili, garlic, ginger and cumin
Chili ChickenCA$15.50
Boneless chicken breast, julienne cabbage, onion, carrots and bell peppers cooked with whole red chilies
Chicken MumtazCA$15.50
Chicken in a dry whole red chili and lemon curry with apricots

Lamb Specialties

Lamb RoganjoshCA$16.00
A traditional kashmiri curry using only the most tender lamb
Lamb BhoonaCA$16.00
Lamb in a thick spicy caramalized onion, ginger and tumeric based curry
Lamb KoftaCA$16.00
Lamb meatballs in a thick curry with bell peppers and onions
Lamb Goa CurryCA$16.00
Lamb in a coconut milk, dessicated coconut and jalapeno curry

Seafood Specialties

Papaya Prawn CurryCA$15.95
Prawns in a papaya, cream and saffron curry
Madras Fish CurryCA$15.95
Seasonal fish marinated in lime juice and spices in a coconut, fenugreek and red chilli curry
Fish PatraniCA$15.95
Seasonal fish marinated in coconut milk and spices, then cooked in banana leaves and served on a hot plate
Prawn SalenCA$15.95
Prawns in a coconut and fenugreek curry

Paneer Specialties

homade cheese

Matter PaneerCA$12.75
Paneer and peas in a traditional tomato, onion, garlic, and ginger based curry with peas
Paneer PujiahCA$12.75
Grated paneer, peas and mushrooms cooked in a dry curry
Shahi PaneerCA$12.75
Paneer in a cream, tomato and fenugreek curry
Paneer Tawa MasalaCA$12.75
Paneer, cabbage, onions, carrots, and bell peppers cooked in a dry spicy curry
Palak PaneerCA$12.75
Paneer in a spinach puree with onion, garlic, ginger and tomatoes

Vegetable Specialties

Eggplant BarthaCA$13.50
Eggplant baked in a tandoor then mashed and sauteed with onions, tomatoes and spices
Vegetable KormaCA$12.50
Mixed vegetables in an almond, raisin, cream, fennel and cardamon curry with paneer
Malai KoftaCA$12.50
Mildly spiced potato and paneer dumplings in a creamy curry
Gobi Alu MatterCA$12.50
Cauliflower, potatoes, and peas cooked with a blend of fenugreek, ginger and garlic
Mixed Vegetable CurryCA$12.50
Mixed vegetables in a traditional tomato, onion, garlic and ginger based curry with peas
Vegetable JalfrazieCA$12.50
Onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, peas, carrots, and mushrooms in a dry spicy curry
Kabli ChanaCA$12.50
Chick pea curry cooked with herbs and spices
Zucchini TukraCA$12.50
Zucchini cooked in a curried tomato sauce, topped with yogurt and lemon dressing
Vegetable PoryalCA$12.50
Cauliflower, potatoes, peas and carrots in a dry coconut curry
Mumbai AluCA$12.50
Potatoes in a spicy tomato and tamarind based curry
PalakCA$12.50
Spinach puree with onion, garlic, ginger and tomatoes
Lady Fingers OkraCA$12.50
Chopped okra cooked with onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic and jalapenos

Dhal Specialties

Punjabi DhalCA$11.50
Chana lentils, Urad lentils and kidney beans cooked with spices
Dhal MaharaniCA$11.50
Chana lentils, Urad lentils and kidney beans cooked with cream and spices
Masoor DhalCA$11.50
Yellow lentils cooked with curry leaves, mustard seeds and cauliflower
Palak DhalCA$11.50
Yellow lentils cooked in a spinach puree

Naan

Naan - Plain
Moti
sesame
ButterCA$2.75
GarlicCA$2.75

Kulchas

stuffed naan

OnionCA$4.75
chopped onions and spices
MasalaCA$4.75
vegetables
CheeseCA$5.75
paneer and mozzarella
KeemaCA$6.75
ground lamb

Whole Wheat Breads

RotiCA$1.85
PrathaCA$2.75
buttered
Alu PrathaCA$3.50
filled with potatoes
PuriCA$3.50
deep fried, 2 per order

Biryani

saffron rice tossed with your choice of meat or vegetables, contains nuts

VegetableCA$12.95
ChickenCA$15.00
LambCA$16.00
FishCA$14.95
PrawnCA$15.95

Rice

Basmati RiceCA$4.00
Saffron RiceCA$5.00
Basmati rice with saffron
Persian PilauCA$5.75
Saffron rice tossed with onions and dates
Kashmiri PilauCA$5.75
Saffron rice tossed with fruits and nuts
Alu Peas PilauCA$5.75
Saffron rice tossed with peas and potatoes
Coconut PilauCA$5.75
Saffron rice tossed with coconut and coconut milk

Accompaniments

RaitaCA$3.25
Yogurt with carrots, potatoes and spices
Plain YogurtCA$2.50
Mint ChutneyCA$1.50
Mango ChutneyCA$1.50
Tamarind ChutneyCA$1.50
Mixed PickleCA$2.50
Punjabi SaladCA$3.00
Mixture of onions and green chilies

What 559 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

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Best Value
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Kid-friendly
Calgary / Southern Alberta
Gluten-free-friendly
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Best Value
Calgary
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1Katrina
Calgary
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our very first visit to this restaurant, the food and service was excellent. Staff was helpful with understanding the menu. Would definitely recommend.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very good meal. Food was a little slow coming out. Flavours excellent.
PC
PatC
Calgary
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food not FANTASTIC FOOD - great ambience - able to have an wonderful evening w/good friend. WE will be back
t
tamz
Calgary
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Excellent Food !
JC
JoanneC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was excellent as always, are waiter was perfect
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food as always!
BK
BKCK
Calgary
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The greatest food in the city. I can not wait to come back over and over again. I always eat way to much
D
Drew
Calgary
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful evening overall, grateful for free parking.
LL
LenaL
Edmonton
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Literally the best Indian food in the city. The service is wonderful and you never leave feeling hungry. The perfect home-cooked meal every time.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2022
overall2food3service1ambience3
Food was OK but half of the plates were cold. They brought out a plate of chicken that was missed on our order 20 minutes later, and it was also ice cold. We also waited over 90 minutes for our order to arrive at our table. Meanwhile, a lot of food went out the door via door dash, skip the dishes, etc. So, stay home and order your food. You may even get a hot meal.
T
Tommy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The best Indian food flavors I have ever had. My kids love the mango lassie's and the Chai Tea with some gulab jamun at the end of the night iwas a great way to close out a really good dinner.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
The food is always great and the service is very good. We always have enjoy our visits to Moti Majal.
V
Vinayak
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall2food1service3ambience4
The curries/ main dishes have to have a taste of India - They all are bland and no flavour at all
KB
KelseyBennett
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and amazing service. We’ll be back soon for sure! Definitely try the Vegetable Pakoras if you haven’t yet!
PM
PaoloM
Calgary
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Amazing food
T
Tyler
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Moti mahal is and always will be the golden standard of Indian cuisine in at least Calgary if not Canada. I recommend the chili fish, lamb bhoona and moti special plate. Heena and Jazmin were such amazing and attentive servers. This Calgary gem deserves your patronage!
R
Robyn
Calgary
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always amazing food, love trying new dishes and never being disappointed. Love coming here for any occasion
M
Monica
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food is delicious, love the rich flavours. The fish dishes are excellent. The service was very friendly and quick, lots of space and a really nice variety on the menu.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had 6 for a Birthday celebration and our meal was perfect. We enjoyed every single dish. The Papri Chaat was a nice start to our meal. The chicken in all dishes was tender and delicious. The lamb vindaloo was perfect! The Nann bread was hot and delicious. The waiters were attentive without being in your face. Love the authentic little dishes that they serve food in and the copper water glasses. This is a great restaurant for any family dinner! We will be back again soon.
PC
PatC
Calgary
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Meeting of friends for great food, great ambience and did I say GREST food.
ND
NancyD
Cancun
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
The food was outstanding!! The restaurant is run down
TB
TerryB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been going to Moti Mahal for as long as they have been open at this location and we keep bringing friends and family. We will return.
EA
EdnaA
Calgary
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Service was lovely. Food was excellent. White wine (Pinot Gris) excellent. I would have enjoyed a softer lighting for ambiance. Overall though it was a wonderful evening for our wedding anniversary dinner 😊
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our daughter and fiancé were in from Vancouver. They were totally impressed. Lamb Bhuna was outstanding. Great service. Highly recommended…
R
Ramone
Calgary
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I have been going to Moti Mahal for many years and always enjoy it!,
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 24, 2022
overall1food1service3ambience3
Poor food quality, lack of fresh spices. Butter chicken poor taste.
DF
DianeF
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious and the service was excellent. Loved it.
W
Watfa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 7, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very nice food and the staff are angles. Very caring about the quality and taste which was really good. Keep up the good work.
I
Ivad
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service, excellent food. Our favorites were the Goa curry and the Chicken Masala. I typically enjoy a good tandoori chicken but this one underwhelmed. It didn't deter from the experience at all though. Thank you!
n
nk1976
Calgary
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We LOVE bringing our family to Moro Mahal. The food is amazing. Service was great And the host was excellent!
PC
PatC
Calgary
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
GREAT food. Wonderful ambiance Service was on point.
F
Food4thought
Calgary
20 reviews
vip
3.0
20 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience3
Hopefully tonight just an anomaly in what has previously been very good service and food. We were not offered beverages, service was slow and inattentive. The quality of the food was mediocre at best; it didn’t appear nor taste fresh.
L
Lj71
Calgary
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Always great!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience2
Everything was terrific, except there was no air conditioning
PS
PeterS
Calgary
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took my kids for Indian food, and we all loved the food, and the restaurant and service
CD
CowtownDiner
Calgary
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic, looking forward to coming back soon.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Calgary
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous food! Also loved our cocktails.
SC
StephenC
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great friends, wonderful atmosphere... we couldn't ask for anything more! Thank you!
d
dick
Calgary
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Food isn't the best in town but it's good. Service is impeccable.
AB
AmBh
Calgary
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great! Their eggplant bharta is the best! Super accommodating of our family's many dietary restrictions.

FAQs

Moti Mahal Restaurant - 17th Ave offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (403) 228-9990.

Moti Mahal Restaurant - 17th Ave is rated 4.7 stars by 559 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 5, 2023

7:30 PM

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(403) 228-9990

Google Map for Moti Mahal Restaurant - 17th Ave

1805 14th St. SW, Calgary, AB T2t3t1

Additional information

Cross street
17th Ave SW
Neighborhood
Calgary
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Indian, Vegetarian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Harjit Mann
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.motimahal.ca/
Phone number
(403) 228-9990

Featured in

86 Calgary / Southern Alberta Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Moti Mahal Restaurant - 17th Ave

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

86 Calgary / Southern Alberta Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Moti

Chicken Mumtaz

Fish

Appetizers

Samosas

Pakoras

Alu TikkiCA$8.00

Mixed Vegetable PlatterCA$12.95

Tandoori Goat CheeseCA$12.00

Prawn Roti WrapCA$13.95

Prawn Goa MasalaCA$13.95

Papri ChaatCA$8.00

PapadumsCA$3.00

Tandoori Specialties

Moti's Special PlateCA$16.95

Moti Shahi KebabCA$15.95

Chicken TikkaCA$14.95

Tandoori PrawnsCA$15.95

Beef KebabCA$15.95

Seekh KebabCA$14.95

Paneer TikkaCA$12.95

Tandoori Chicken

Traditional Dishes

Tikka Butter Masala

Korma

Kashmiri

Masala

Vindaloo

Jalfrazie

Palak

Chicken Specialties

Butter ChickenCA$15.50

Shahi Jeera ChickenCA$15.50

Chili ChickenCA$15.50

Chicken MumtazCA$15.50

Lamb Specialties

Lamb RoganjoshCA$16.00

Lamb BhoonaCA$16.00

Lamb KoftaCA$16.00

Lamb Goa CurryCA$16.00

Seafood Specialties

Papaya Prawn CurryCA$15.95

Madras Fish CurryCA$15.95

Fish PatraniCA$15.95

Prawn SalenCA$15.95

Paneer Specialties

Matter PaneerCA$12.75

Paneer PujiahCA$12.75

Shahi PaneerCA$12.75

Paneer Tawa MasalaCA$12.75

Palak PaneerCA$12.75

Vegetable Specialties

Eggplant BarthaCA$13.50

Vegetable KormaCA$12.50

Malai KoftaCA$12.50

Gobi Alu MatterCA$12.50

Mixed Vegetable CurryCA$12.50

Vegetable JalfrazieCA$12.50

Kabli ChanaCA$12.50

Zucchini TukraCA$12.50

Vegetable PoryalCA$12.50

Mumbai AluCA$12.50

PalakCA$12.50

Lady Fingers OkraCA$12.50

Dhal Specialties

Punjabi DhalCA$11.50

Dhal MaharaniCA$11.50

Masoor DhalCA$11.50

Palak DhalCA$11.50

Naan

Naan - Plain

Moti

ButterCA$2.75

GarlicCA$2.75