Dil Se Indian Restaurant & Bar

We recently visited Dil Se Indian Restaurant and had a wonderful experience. We ordered chilly chicken, chicken noodles, papri chaat, golgappe, and kulfi, and honestly everything was excellent. The chilly chicken had great flavor and the perfect balance of spice, while the chicken noodles were very tasty and well cooked.nnThe papri chaat and golgappe really reminded us of authentic Indian street food – fresh, tangy, and full of flavor. It’s not always easy to find chaat done right, but they did a great job here. We finished with kulfi, which was the perfect dessert and tasted very traditional.nnOverall, the food quality was great and the dishes felt fresh and well prepared. If you’re looking for good Indian street food and Indo-Chinese dishes, this place is definitely worth trying. We’ll definitely be coming back again!

During our trip to Toronto a couple of months ago, we stumbled upon what is hands-down the best Indian food I’ve ever had in Canada — and that’s saying something after trying spots across the country! Dil Se meaning “from the heart” truly lives up to its name with authentic North Indian cuisine cooked straight from Chef Mani Panwar’s passion and his mother’s traditional recipes.nWe ordered their famous award-winning Chicken Kamasutra — oh my god, that creamy, spiced tomato-based gravy with tender chicken was pure seduction on a plate! The rich orange hue, swirl of cream, fresh parsley, and pops of green/red peppers made it look and taste like edible art. We also devoured the Butter Chicken — mild yet deeply flavorful with melt-in-your-mouth chunks — and a smoky Chicken Tikka Masala loaded with charred veggies, onions, ginger slivers, and that irresistible red sauce. Don’t miss the Dal Makhani either; slow-cooked black lentils in a velvety, buttery, garlic-infused heaven, topped with a generous dollop of cream.nEverything arrived in beautiful copper vessels, served piping hot with fluffy garlic naan that was perfect for scooping up every last bit. The portions were generous, flavors bold yet balanced, and the whole meal felt like a warm, homemade hug from India.nService was welcoming and efficient, the vibe cozy and elegant on Roncesvalles Ave — a gem in a street full of great eats. If you’re in Toronto craving real, soul-satisfying Indian food, make Dil Se your first and probably only stop. We’ll be dreaming about that Chicken Kamasutra until we return! Highly recommend — 5 stars aren’t enough.

A truly stellar experience! The staff is so unbelievably kind and helpful. They are happy to explain the dishes and help you order. The ambiance in this restaurant is so cozy and welcoming. I highly recommend the butter chicken poutine and chicken lababdar. The biryani was also truly amazing. If you’re a fan of Indo-Chinese and Hakka flavors. They have such a great selection. They also have Kingfisher beer and Old Monk rum, which are both delights. Thanks for a great time!

Absolutely loved this place! The food was amazing from the presentation to the taste, everything was on point. The quantity was great too, and the ambience made the whole experience even better. The staff was also very friendly and welcoming. Definitely coming back again!

Awesome experience. Everyone is welcoming and the smiles are genuine. I was quickly seated upon arrival. Wasn’t too busy on a weekday at 6 pm. I was offered complimentary poppadams. I had the lamb chops the mattar pulao. Amazing flavours. The lamb was done to a T. Nidhi was my waitress and she made sure I was lacking for nothing. The restroom was clean which was a bonus. I would highly recommend this place for Indian food if you’re in downtown Toronto.

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