EkBar – Modern Indian Restaurant
South Asian

EkBar – Modern Indian Restaurant

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← Dow's Lake
Dine-in

ABOUT

This modern Indian restaurant on Preston Street near Dow’s Lake serves contemporary South Asian cuisine in a casual bar setting. EkBar offers vegetarian options alongside meat dishes, with a full bar featuring beer, wine, and cocktails, plus live music most evenings. The venue provides outdoor seating and is moderately priced, making it suitable for both casual dinners and group outings.

HOURS

Sunday 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Monday Closed
Tuesday 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Wednesday 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Thursday 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Friday 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday (today) 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm

RESTAURANT DETAILS

🍽️ Service Options
βœ“ Dine-in
⭐ Popular For
βœ“ Dinner βœ“ Brunch βœ“ Groups
πŸ₯— Offerings
βœ“ Vegetarian options βœ“ Beer βœ“ Wine βœ“ Cocktails βœ“ Coffee
πŸͺ‘ Dining Options
βœ“ Dinner βœ“ Brunch βœ“ Kids menu
🏠 Amenities
βœ“ Washroom βœ“ Live music βœ“ Outdoor seating
πŸ‘₯ Crowd
βœ“ Families βœ“ Groups
πŸ“… Planning
βœ“ Accepts reservations
πŸ’³ Payments
βœ“ Credit cards βœ“ Debit cards βœ“ NFC mobile payments
πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking
βœ“ Free parking lot βœ“ Free street parking βœ“ Paid street parking

REVIEWS

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Gaurav Kumar
February 24, 2026
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Had an amazing experience here. Food was very authentic. Chicken was tender. Papdi chaat was also good. Shrimp curry was amazing.

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Alysha C
December 27, 2025
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Loved our experience at Ek Bar and will be back! We tasted as much as we could fit in, as a party of two, and enjoyed every bite! The drink we ordered, Tamarind and Honey, was also exceptional. The atmosphere was cozy but also elevated like a lounge you’d go to in downtown Montreal. Would definitely recommend!

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Ashton Mathias
December 14, 2025
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– FOOD: In order of how much I liked the dish: The duck bao ($19) was fantastic, probably one of the best baos I’be had. The oxtail ularthiyathu ($34) was great – an exceptional amount of oxtail for the price and just generally quite flavourful. The butter chicken ($29) was generally good and very creamy but missing a little oomph. Could’ve added a few more chicken pieces but increased the price. The fresh paneer ($24) was okay but also lacked oomph.

– DRINKS: The mocktail I had was pretty good.

– SERVICE: She checked on us very often and was very attentive, and walked us through the menu. Generally, great service.

– VIBE: Whoever designed the restaurant did a great job – it is very well done and pretty. While we went during a quieter night, I can imagine the atmosphere is very lively most nights.

– OTHER: They accept amex / American Express. I went here for my birthday dinner – they took 5 calendar days to respond to my initial request but didn’t force a fixed menu on my guests, which I appreciated.

Conclusion: I would visit again to try some of the other dishes. I truly wish the best for this restaurant, as we need more upscale Indian food (both in general and also in the city), especially since the city wasn’t ready for Katha.

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Sutha K
November 24, 2025
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A great place for a date night! Parking wasn’t hard to find. The place has that polished feel to it, quite inviting. We had the Chai & Cutlet and Duck Bao to start. We thought these 2 made for a good combination, we liked the surprising elements! As for the mains, we had the Goan Shrimp and Lamb Shank with Garlic Naan as a side. These two curries were delightful, especially the lamb shank… very flavourful. For dessert, we had the Pull Me Up. It was quite good, not overly sweet, a good finish. Also worth the mention is the Mango & Chipotle cocktail, refreshing! The service in particular was dazzling, thanks to our server, Shayla, we quite enjoyed the experience πŸ˜‰

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harsha mehra
October 24, 2025
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Loved celebrating our anniversary dinner here! ❀️The food was fantastic β€” must-try dishes include the keema tacos, dal makhani, and butter chicken pizza on kulcha. Everything tasted so fresh and flavorful. Chef Sarath was kind enough to surprise us with an anniversary dessert β€” the Pull Me Cake, which was absolutely amazing! We also tried their cocktails β€” don’t miss the Mango Chile, it’s a winner. Definitely recommend this place! The staff is very helpful as well. This is a must try πŸ™ƒ.

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Yvonne Lefebvre
September 16, 2025
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Great new Indian fusion restaurant that every foodie should experience. Our server Meena was very knowledgeable, friendly and attentive. The food was as delicious as it was beautiful. Well balanced cocktails. Warm atmosphere, great vibes. My favourites were the goat taco, duck bao, biryani, and shrimp curry.

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πŸ₯— Dietary
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Halal
Serves halal meat - even if they don't advertise it
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Vegan-friendly
Has solid vegan options even if it's not a vegan restaurant
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Confirmed Vegetarian-friendly
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Gluten-free options
Has gluten-free dishes or can accommodate
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Kosher
Serves kosher food or has certified kosher options
✨ Features
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Open past 10pm
Kitchen or bar stays open late - good for night owls
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Happy Hour
Has a regular happy hour with drink or food deals
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BYOB
You can bring your own bottle - call ahead to confirm
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Wheelchair accessible
Accessible entrance, seating, or washroom
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Private dining room
Has a private space for events or groups
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Quiet / low noise
Good for conversation - not a loud scene
🍽️ Amenities
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Confirmed Patio
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Confirmed Live Music
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Dog-friendly
Welcomes dogs on the patio or inside
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Confirmed Kid-friendly
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Confirmed Full Bar
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Takeout
You can order food to go - call or walk in
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Delivery
Delivers directly or through a third-party app
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Cash only
Doesn't accept cards - bring cash
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