Stopped by in a group of two for lunch for the Chai Feast. This the perfect way to sample many of the foods especially as the other person at lunch had not previously attended this dining establishment. We were seated right away and provided complimentary soy chai...so good. And then we started sampling many items from the Chai Feast. The presentation is excellent when they bring out the platter with the many dishes....and each dish has unique tastes. Always a fan of the boulani and this time the stars of the meal for me were the Creamy Mushroom & Eggplant and the Lamb Curry. The service was great and it was a positive food experience. read more

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We wandered in here while exploring Vancouver and I'm so glad we did. One of the best Indian dining experiences I've ever had. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Inside the vibe is very cozy, with warm lighting and welcoming staff.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They offered us chai tea samples while we waited to be seated. The food was incredibly flavorful, and the menu has a large variety of small dishes you can mix and match, so you're able to try a good amount of different foods. Overall a very delicious meal. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere- dimmed orange lighting, exotic wooden interiors, and the soul-stirring sound of live music- immediately transported us to a cozy oriental cave.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were greeted with a warm embrace and a comforting welcome drink of chai tea paired with delicious finger foods. ​The Dine-Out menu was impressively extensive. While we initially struggled to choose just one salad, one soup, one cold mezze, and three mains, we were thrilled to learn it functioned like a Mediterranean All You Can Eat--allowing us to order more dishes as we went. We felt like kids in a candy store, eager to explore the vibrant, exotic flavours. The mango-infused dishes were a standout! ​The service was impeccable. One server even followed us outside just to hand us cardamom cookies for the road. Many restaurants treat Dine Out as a budget-set menu, but East is East used it to truly showcase their best work. We left with new favorites and a plan to return very soon. read more

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This was the second time I ordered the "Feast" and it had slipped a bit from what I remembered 4 years ago. Essentially an all-you-can-eat experience, it's fun to peruse a full menu of enticing-sounding dishes and go wild with ordering as much as you please. Some dishes read better than they taste however. Almost everything is stewed to the same soft texture and the flavours aren't terribly distinct from one another. The mango chicken, which I loved before, was too sweet for me this time. The mushroom soup, which had been packed with shrooms previously, sported a few small pieces. The chicken breast kabob was dry and overcooked. A few things stood out: The tiny cup of chai they offered at the start was richly redolent of cardamom and ginger. The whipped spinach was simple and good. The crisp-edged boulani (potato pancakes) were the perfect vehicle for scooping the hummus and baba ganoush, which were exemplary. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance, gracious service and music are special-occasion worthy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Although the "Feast" is a memorable experience, for me, food does not take center stage. read more

East is East - Menu full of enticing-sounding dishes - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]The interior is absolutely stunning -- warm lighting, rustic wood décor, and beautiful artistic touches everywhere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We are party of 8 and all ordered the $49 tasting menu ( Silk Road Feast) which was such a great deal because it allowed us to try a wide variety of delicious dishes. This is like all you can eat order from the menu. The staff were all so kind and attentive, always checking in to make sure we continue ordering something new to try. [[HIGHLIGHT]]What really made the night special was the live music and dance performance. It added so much energy and authenticity to the evening.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They do charge a $5 per person on Sat, entertainment fee, but for an hour-long performance, it's absolutely worth it. Tonight we had a chinese harp and flamenco dance performance read more

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This place is Heaven!!! The food is incredible, the staff is welcoming and friendly, [[HIGHLIGHT]]the atmosphere is a vibe and everything about this restaurant is gorgeous.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We loved the food and enjoyed the live music. Highly recommend adding this spot to your bucket list of places to visit in Vancouver. Congratulations!! read more

Came for Indian food and East is East did not disappoint! It was an amazing restaurant with great food and flavors, kind service, and reasonable prices with good portion sizes. We loved it so much we came back a few days later. read more

East is East - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

À la carte menu was really well priced, delicious and had so many options. Pomegranate marg was also super fresh (there was pulp at the very bottom which makes me believe it was freshly squeezed?)- really great experience overall. They gave complimentary dessert for my friend whose birthday we were celebrating. Will return. read more

East is East - Salmon Boulani Boulani Mango Squash and Eggplant Boulani Pomegranate Margarita - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

One of my friends has celiac disease so finding restaurants to dine in that has good gluten-free options is sometimes a challenge. Luckily, we both had this place on our list to try for the longest time and their menu online had lots of GF items. When we arrived, we were served a sample of green chai with almond milk. It was a delicious drink! We then were led to our booth and the server explained their feast tasting menu where you get to try all their dishes and unlimited refills. All the food is already gluten-free and for $3 you get naan and boulani that is gluten free as well. The food was so delicious. Some highlights from the table were the mango chicken, whipped spinach, wild salmon, lamb curry, and chicken masala. The boulani was also excellent. We were so stuffed! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Also, there was live music playing. They have live music every night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It was such a treat to be able to visit here with a few friends for dinner and I'll be sure to visit again! read more

Return or not return? Unlikely! I don't know if I've ever left a one star review. I hate feeling ripped off when I eat at a restaurant, but that was my experience tonight. Service was bad and feel duped. Went with my Mom and twin teenage kids. We were there early 5:15pm and there was no else but for one table finishing up. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice looking restaurant, but had to wait to be seated, for who? There was no one there but servers and hostesses[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Here's my issues. Food options are mainly a fixed sampler menu for unlimited eating at $47/person. No one in my party was that hungry so the server says we can order just an entree and that's what each of us did. Problem is there are no prices printed on the menu, for real. No prices for the entrees but maybe my bad for assuming it would be "reasonable". We debated what appetizer to order and then the server cuts us off and says, "No worries, I will bring a selection of options for you to taste on the house." My Mom then asks for a cup of hot water. We waited and waited while the restaurant filled up quickly. We saw every other table receive their appetizers, and guess what. We never received anything, no appetizers and no hot water. Food came out. My mom, daughter, and mine came out first. My son ordered the chicken kebab that came with no rice, you read correctly so we had to order an extra rice. I was almost done by the time his entree arrived bc they were so late with his. At this point, I just wanted to leave. Food was ok, not over the top. The bill came, and that's when I got even more ticked off. I never leave a sub 20% tip, but had no issue doing that tonight. Rotten service and overpriced. - $5.50 for a small bowl of plain rice, for real? The server never once implied the rice was charged on top of the entree. She asked, "Would you like plain rice or Afghan rice"? when we ordered the entree. - $33 for a few chicken cubes and then you charge me another $5.50 for rice? I have no issue paying anything if the food/experience is good. This experience? All around insulting and offensive, and few dining experiences have upset me as much as this one. Can't believe the owners have the gall to charge this. Print the #%*+ prices and charge fairly. #Wrong #Wrong #Wrong read more

East is East - This is what ripping off a customer looks like. Print your prices on the menu!!! - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

As I look thru my review drafts and "unposted" restaurant photos in 2024, [[HIGHLIGHT]]this place was def a memorable spot worthy of a review for its exotic decor, cozy ambiance and excellent service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Visited on a weekday lunch and it was busy right when it opened; they offer a small cup of chai while you wait to be seated. I like the variety of dishes when you choose the Silk Route feast option and it was interesting to sample different menu items. Some dishes were better than others but I appreciated its small portion sizes to get a taste and try new dishes. Although not every item ordered were to my liking and I don't have an especially memorable dish that I can recommend, overall food presentation was good and it was an enjoyable meal. This restaurant is recommended f[[HIGHLIGHT]]or chill dates and is a good place for convers[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]ations and reunion to catch up because it's not loud and quite cozy. Sitting at the booth was nice and comfortable. For my next visit, I would like to return to dine in during an evening when they have live performances. read more

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We came here on a Thursday night. It wasn't crowded so we got seated shortly. While we were waiting, we were offered hot Apple ginger cider and mango lassi which were delicious. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were seated at a booth. The decoration was very unique and it gave me a cozy feeling.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We were offered Silk Route Feast option, which was a tasting menu that included soup, salad, naan, rice and main dishes. Basically I got to try everything on the menu in small portions. I loved this option as I'm not a big eater but i wanted to try different things. My favorites were Mango Chicken, Cauliflower and Chicken Masala. I absolutely loved their apple ginger cider with wine (it's like mulled wine). The waitresses kept offering to refill our plates all the time. We were so full when we left. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There was a guy playing violin during that time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Overall, we loved our first visit. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This was a beautiful restaurant with excellent service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was tasty and diverse, and its offering one could order the "feast" and request essentially everything off of the menu. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Amazing. Incredible atmosphere. Interior decor nails the vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food was fantastic - incredible flavours. Service very good. Was with a large party and the restaurant did a great job accommodating. Highly recommend. read more

Great concept for the tasting menu and a fun experience! Soup, salad, bread, rice, mezze and 3 choices from the main dishes, which can be reordered throughout the meal. Sounds like a lot, but the portions are small meaning you can try so many things if not everything! I really enjoyed the peas and cheese and the lentils. Their chai is absolutely delicious and my Chaitini was so very good. Everything prepared and served with great care. Loved it. read more

East is East - Live performance of Chinese harp - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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I had an excellent meal here with a friend on what was initially a quieter Thursday evening. There was a slight wait around 5 pm, and in the meantime we were treated to samples of their delicious chai. Once we got a table in the incredibly aesthetic restaurant, we were informed that there would be a $3 cover charge for the live music later that evening and that we had 1.5 hours to finish our meal. Any doubts we had about the limitations imposed quickly melted away as we took in the food menu and decided to go with the $39 unlimited feast and chai. The food itself was spectacular. I loved the variety of foods and we were never without empty plates. The service was top-notch, even when we felt sheepish for going for 2nds... and eventually 3rds. My favorite dishes included the eggplant, mushroom chicken cashew, and gormeh sabzi (lamb-based), though all were awesome. I also liked that they added in the salad, soup, baba ganoush, and boulani, which turned out to be Afghan stuffed pita bread, something I hadn't tried before. All the dishes really hit the spot. The apple lemon ginger chai was also yummy, something I had never tried before. It reminded me of cozy autumn and complimented the meal well. While I was initially hesitant about the live music, the 3 gentlemen played and sang beautifully at an unimposing, lower volume, adding to the ambience of the spectacularly decorated restaurant. Overall, this is one of those meals that I will remember fondly from time to time. This is a must on any foodie's list when in the Vancouver area! read more

East is East - Tasting menu - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Fantastic restaurant in Vancouver! Very unique tasting menu option where you get to try everything in the menu. Wnded the meal with dessert which was also top notch. Highly recommend the salmon dish which was the best I've ever had. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This is a 5 star experience--food, service and atmosphere![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The mango butternut squash and lamb curry were my favorites, and everything was worth opting for the tasting menu. The chai is the best, and must-have, as well! read more

East is East - The tasting menu lets you try everything--come hungry, because it's all delicious! Mango butternut squash and lamb curry were my favorites! - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

FUXS GIVEN = 4.7 ******************* Food = 4 Upscale Eastern fusion spiced for the western pallet. Kinda like if Sir Ben Kingsley in Gandhi was food. UX = 5 The atmosphere was perfect. Beautiful decor and great live music. They start you off with a chai sample while you wait and the silk route feast is worth it. You get to try everything you want. Service = 5 The service was noninvasive yet punctual. I couldn't have asked for better. read more

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I would like to start this by saying I used to be a regular at the other location (many years ago when i used to eat meat). So perhaps their carnivorous dishes were better. Despite having many empty tables and a reservation our group waited quite a bit to be seated. As we were being seated we were asked if we would like to donate 5$ to the performance that would start later on. We declined as we were unaware there would be one. Once seated we were given menus and left for some time. We tried to flag someone down as half the menu has no prices. And had questions about serving size as-well as allergies. The group was unimpressed with the wobbly chairs and lack of table. Smaller groups were at larger tables. Our group was informed that half the menu is all you can eat, they can make exceptions to this, but the price is almost exact same so they should get the all you can eat... Of the 4 of us 3 decided all you can eat. I decided you get the Boulani: one spinach and one squash. This comes with a soup approx 1/4 cup of soup. I informed the waitstaff of my allergies and they looked appalled, and asked if my friends knew. I said yes they knew No joking the Boulani was SO BAD I politely took one bite of each and immediately regretted it. Luckily my minuscule soup was palatable. I tried to get waitstaffs attention to send back the roti, but was unsuccessful. You'd think they'd notice a meal not getting touched. Only when they came to refill my friend's "all you can eat" was the (newly appeared) waitress highly confused. At which point I explained it was inedibly bland. I asked her to please remove it that I desperately tried to send it back but no one came. She said shed get someone else. I asked to please remove it and she said shed get someone else. Yet another waitress came and asked the issue. I explained that the flatbread was just bland and tasted bad. She asked if I wanted more, maybe a fresher one because it was cold. I re explained and so for some reason she brought me another 1/4 cup of soup. Long story short. When the bill came there was more misunderstandings. My drink was compted "because i didn't like it" but i was charger for boulani because "i ate it and liked it". "Ummm what? " a direct quote; I explained I liked the beverage. They decided to charge me 15$ for the soup and then the reg price for my beverage. They also charged each of us 5$ for the entertainment. Theres zero communication between staff, they need sections desperately. I really don't think 15$ should ever be paid for a soup that is that tiny. Especially one that was given to me because my meal was inedible. And just the amount of bad service alone! I wont be returning to main street east is east. The group was horrified. The music was waaaaaay too loud, and the staff seemed utterly clueless. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambience, service, and food was incredible.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] First time here - didn't realize that typical portions are quite large and the kitchen gets upset if you don't order more :) the staff was so incredibly kind and friendly, making sure to take care of us. 10/10 will be back. Favorite place in Vancouver this far. Company made it even better :) read more

A fun feast, dope chai beverages The feast option is a great way to try as many dishes as you like. My favorites include the wild salmon, chicken masala, lamb curry, whipped spinach, creamy mushroom and eggplant - but between two people you could try most if not all of the dishes (no need to refill rice/sides with each course unless you want to). Both soups were also really good. The chai cocktails were delicious. The hot moon chai with baileys and brandy is amazing. Decor is eclectic, with live music each evening. Service was great Would come back simply for the chai cocktails but the food is tasty too and great value. Come hungry. read more

Have been meaning to write this review since I've gotten back home! But Best Indian food by far! This place was amazing! Staff was very friendly and helpful with menu! Their chai tea is DELICIOUS!!! We ended up getting one of the dishes that lets you try smaller dishes if everything! I tried just about everything and it was AMAZING. If you are ever in Vancouver be sure to come check this place out it is super delicious! read more

East is East - Inside - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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$39 for all you can eat dishes for the chai feast. You start off with a choice of one salad, soup, dip, and 3 dishes first and after you can choose as many as you can. The dishes come extremely small so order at least 5 or more while you are eating to avoid waiting. The rice is half plain basmati and half afghan rice with dried fruits. The roti was super plain and not buttery. The boulani was delicious and several orders were made. Mystic soup - based off of thai tom kha but slightly different. Hummus was finely pureed but the baba ganoush tasted exactly like hummus - unless they brought out the wrong one. It had the same gritty texture as hummus which eggplant shouldnt have. Dishes: Afghan eggplant - very flavorful. Only downside was it was over cooked and a little mushy Tibetan mantu - interesting taste. Comes with 1 dumpling with lentils on top. Creamy mushroom and eggplant - very creamy! The sauce made the dish Wild salmon - they say green thai curry but it didnt taste like it. Just tasted like coconut sauce with blended spinnach. The salmon itself was cooked well. Mango shrimp - the only one that comes with rice even though there is rice with the feast already. Shrimp done perfectly. Joojeh chicken skewers - comes with 2 pieces. Just average. Lamb curry - full of flavor. Little on the spicier side Mango chicken - tastless. Just a sweet curry sauce. $39 is a steep price tag but I would say it is a great way to experience all the different types of dishes. Probably just one time only. Now that I know which dishes I like, I would order the rice bowls or wraps next time. read more

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I would give this place a zero if I could. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance is confused, with western music playing and very uncomfortable seating with cold drafts.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was just terrible- they got our order wrong, with just two women serving the whole place, and the food was simply awful. As a person of Indian origin, I was trying to make sense of the menu as its totally confused. The "feast" is essentially buffet food they serve to you in guise of a bespoke meal, and most items were tasteless and awful. Even the chai they served had so much nutmeg or cinnamon it was bitter and undrinkable. Can't believe this place is actually in business! read more

Yum! Such a cozy spot on Main St. Amazing ambience and decor with lovely delicious food and great live entertainment and music too. I always opt for the chai feast tasting menu. You first choose 1 salad, 1 soup, 1 cold mezzo and 3 main dishes. Everything is served in small dishes and it comes with boulani, Roti and rice. After the first round, you can keep on ordering different dishes - they're unlimited! I recommend going through the entire menu to see what you like eating, but be warned - you'll get super full! All the food is super hearty and delicious, and there are plenty of gluten free and vegan options. My favorite dishes are: mystic soup, mango butternut squash, chicken masala and the eggplant. Come hungry! read more

East is East - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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I ate here last night and my meal left me in a daze. We came here with two friends who had been before, and they off the bat recommended getting the Silk Route Feast, as the best way to try different dishes and they were so right! The Feast is $39 and works like a tasting menu. You start off picking 1 salad, 1 soup, and 1 cold mezze along with 3 main dishes. It also comes with basmati rice and roti. This is where it gets fun. All in all, I tried 8 of their main dishes. Yep, that's right. A whopping eight. And did I roll out of East is East and into a straight-up up food coma? You bet I did. The dishes were smack delicious. And they're each served in these cute small bowls, so your original platter becomes a revolving gateway to more food. I tried the chana masala, mango butternut squash, chicken masala, wild salmon, Persian Gormeh Sabzi, Tibetan Mantu, and vegan butter chicken. All of the flavour from each bite rocked my palate. Everything was delicious and unique, it was a exploansion of textures and tastes. To me, some stand standouts would be the mango butternut squash, ghormeh sabzi, and the vegan butter chicken. There were still other dishes I wanted to try but there's also no way I could have managed that in the one sitting. I'm looking at you Afghan eggplant, alu gobi, mushroom and eggplant, and creamy spinach. There will be a next time. I also have to mention, the staff here are so friendly and very attentive. There's also live music (included in the bill is a $3 musician patronage charge per person) it really adds to the atmosphere. During my visit, there were two birthdays. You can tell why this place is popular for celebrations, it's a whole vibe and very themingly (*not a word) presented. read more

East is East is the real deal! I love the decor in this place and how the carpets / rugs make you feel as if you took a 15 hour flight across the world without ever leaving Vancouver. The food is great and my favourite is the Afghan Eggplant and the chicken masala! read more

After spending the day at the Botanical Gardens, we stopped by East is East for lunch. They served us chai samples of the almond masala chai. We got a larger iced version. I ordered the boulani with eggplant and spinach. They mixed up my plate with my friend's so that was confusing at first. The tables are very close together and the bathroom lighting is very dark. The service was good but sometimes it was hard to flag them over for the bill. Overall the food is good but I think I would come back to try their other options other than the boulani. read more

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We had a wonderful experience here while visiting Vancouver. The tasting menu was perfect, allowing us to try many different offerings, including vegetarian and vegan options (we are both vegetarian, and I lean plant-based). I highly recommend the Persian salad, baba ganoush, eggplant, cauliflower, chickpea masala, and Vegan butter chicken dishes. But honestly you can't go wrong here; the food and service were both excellent. I will definitely return next time I visit Vancouver. read more

OBSESSED!! Indian food is so flavorful, and this is a perfect spot for Indian food in Vancouver. They even have live performances and music during dinners! I loved how friendly the service was as a well, and the restaurant is well decorated with Indian-inspired decor/furnishings. It's like being transported to another world! I would highly recommend tourists to come here or for anyone who's interested in the trying Indian food to taste test in the restaurant! We ordered: -chana masala -mango squash and eggplant Bou Lani (side: Dahl soup) -the silk route roti roll (side: mystic soup) THIS WAS OUR FAV. read more

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Excellent options if you're gluten-free or anyone in your party is -- and the staff really knows what's in the food, which is important if you have food restrictions. We stopped in on a Saturday night and were pleasantly surprised that live music was about to start. It was beautiful ambient music that was also at a reasonable volume. The decor is also gorgeous. Everything we ate was amazing, but the standout for me was the dahl soup. I think I could happily eat that daily. read more

Best dining experience so far in Vancouver. Food was delicious and like a flavor bomb in your mouth. We had the Silk Route Feast and wow... just do it. You can try almost everything on the menu for a reasonable set price. There was nothing that wasn't good for vegans & meat eaters looking for something beyond tasty. The ambiance was stunning, really unique and beautifully & intentionally designed and a great spot for a memorable meal. They had a live classical musician playing tonight! The service was very good. My favorite dishes were the mushroom asparagus cream, eggplant, green beans, and cauliflower. The hummus was also delicious. I would definitely recommend and return! read more

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Not flavorful, just fancy. Being an Indian, I can say that the food was mediocre and bland. The chai has way too much milk; like a teabag chai and not the way it is supposed to be made. For $43, it is overly priced for a poorly westernised Indian place. Although, the ambiance is beautiful, and the service is top-notch, I do not recommend this place - you'd just be utterly disappointed. read more

East is East - Only one buffet menu - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

My cousin's favorite restaurant, and I can see why. If I didn't live in Los Angeles, this would be my go to MiddlecEastern/Indian restaurant too. Had the Fiesta for a long-three-hour lunch...thus let's you sample nearly all the main dishes...basically it's AYCE. Loved everything I tried. Loved we got a free sample of the coffee which had cardamom and cinnamon in it...Loved loved the peaceful vibe, the focus on natural woods...the artful ceilings, the tapestries...be transported on a culinary adventure. Highly recommend. read more

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Indian fusion food taken to a whole new level, oh and while you're at it, make that organic and environmentally sustainable. It's fusion, but not in a curry-burrito kind of way. Do yourself a favor and try it, your tastebuds will thank you. Things have a decent amount of heat though, so if spicy is not your thing tread carefully. We ordered the Chai feast. ($29 @ dinner /$21 for lunch) and man, feast it was! You pick 1 soup, 1 salad, hummus or baba ganoush, 3 entrees, 2 roti rolls and 1 rice. While the waitress insisted its portioned for 1 person, I beg to differ - but I love it. The meal came in a heafty large bag. Just order an extra side of rice/ roti to sop up all the saucy goodness! A stand out for me in the entree category was the Mango Butternut. But I don't think I can describe it for you in anyway that would do it justice. So... just try it for yourself! read more

East is East - To-go spread of the Chai Frast (minus the drink). It is a feast. 10/10 recommend! - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Came here with some friends for a birthday. We called ahead for a reso. Pro tip: ask for a table that's got a view of the stage but far enough that you can still talk. The music can be REALLY loud. It was a couple of my friends' first time and it had been years since I had been, so we each got the Chai Feast. It's a great option if you want to try a bunch of different things. You get to pick one salad, one soup, one mezze, and three mains. It also comes with stuffed roti, rolled roti, and rice. You can get refills of anything or get something new. You can basically get the entire menu. The lamb curry, mango chicken, and salmon were my favourite mains that I tried. I was greeted with a sample of their chai latte when I checked in with my vaccine passport. It was so tasty that I ended up ordering the Oat milk version with my meal! Service was nice. Overall, food was good but nothing that wowed me. It's a nice thing to go to, because they have live music and dancing (note that there's a small entertainment fee that's added to your bill). read more

East is East - Chai feast - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

My favorite restaurant of all time! I have my birthday dinner here every year, the food is exquisite and exotic, as is the ambiance, it is a true dining experience, the staff treat us like family, and the entertainment is top notch. read more

Purely authentic!! Out of all restaurants I've been to, I've never been more impressed. The decor is astounding, and as is the music. These local artists made the experience much more unforgettable. The food is unbelievable too!! The most popular choice is the "Chai Feast" (also available as a vegetarian option) which consists of a salad, soup, and two main dishes of your choice. That's a lot of food for only $35 per person or $30 if vegetarian. East is East is by far the top contender as my favourite restaurant! I wish I could say more but I'm truly just blown away by everything I experienced. Today has been the best Valentine's day ever! Love to the owners, artists, and the staff. But most of all, love to the food!!!! read more

East is East - Beautiful music - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Definitely an experience alongside with your dinner, the atmosphere here transports you to another place and the live music is a great touch. I thought that they had a lot of interesting menu items I've never tried before so we got a sharing platter for two and it was a pretty good value - lots of different spreads and hummus to try and meats on the other board. An overall good experience. read more

East is East - Sharing platter hummus board - Middle Eastern Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia