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These are our readers' Indian restaurant picks, followed by a few honourable mentions.
Sizzling Tandoor has won over readers for the second time in a row for its authentic family recipes. This family-run restaurant has been committed to preserving the culture and traditions of the East ever since head chef Narpinder Bawa and her husband Gurinder decided to open their first restaurant in 2010. Since then, they have added a location in Westshore Town Centre, and another restaurant concept, “Kinu” by Sizzling Tandoor, at Uptown Shopping Centre.
Our Pick:
Lunch buffet
Address:
637 Johnson St.
129-2955 Phipps Rd.
Varsha is a family-owned restaurant in a former theatre. Its menu combines traditional Indian and Indo-Canadian dishes.
Our Pick:
Butter chicken
Address:
1600 Government St.
Royal Spice serves curries, tandoori dishes and freshly baked breads, alongside rice, raita and chutneys.
Our Pick:
Chana masala
Address:
212-815 Cloverdale Ave.
Other nominated restaurants include:
Dosa Paragon specializes in South Indian food, including dosas, idly and chutneys, with vegetarian and vegan options.
Our Pick:
Masala dosa
Address:
735 Yates St.
1218 Wharf St.
This cozy, family-run restaurant in Langford is known for its warm service and an ample menu featuring everything from tandoori sizzlers to authentic curries. Turmeric Indian Cuisine offers a great selection of both meat and vegetarian dishes, all prepared with fresh ingredients and traditional spices.
Our Pick:
Turmeric chicken tikka
Address:
103-777 Goldstream Ave.
Special Mentions
Specializing in the rich and diverse flavours of Kerala cuisine, Cafe Malabar brings a taste of South India to Victoria. Expect deeply aromatic curries, flaky parottas, and perfectly spiced biriyanis, alongside fresh seafood dishes that highlight the restaurant’s coastal roots.
Our Pick:
Kerala tasting board
Address:
407 Swift St.
Located at Uptown Shopping Centre, Kinu is a contemporary Indian restaurant by the team behind Sizzling Tandoor. It offers a refined take on Indian cuisine with beautifully plated dishes and a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients.
Our Pick:
Pakora gnocchi
Address:
123-3600 Uptown Blvd.
If you’d like to see the winners for the 17 other categories in the Tasting Victoria Best Restaurant Awards, check out the list here.
