Easily this was my best find in Vancouver this time. Not because of taste or ambience but because…read moreof the value. I had a big Aloo Paratha and a Tulsi Chai under $8 CAD. The food was really good and where do you find Tulsi infused chai anyways? I know it because my mom used to make it for me as a kid. But to find a place having the same concept - touched my heart. The place probably has the widest selection of Indian Tea I have ever seen. Ambience is okay but overall such a good value for money.

Highly recommend the kadak chai. Rose chai and kashimiri chai are also good too…read more Service was quick and there's many tables to sit at.

OK, so I made it back here and tried the Karak Chai this time. Yum! Sooo good. And just like last…read moretime, when I had ordered a Dirty Chai, the guy asked me if I wanted to put any sugar into it. Love the service here. I opted for a bit of sugar but made sure to ask him not to make it too sweet. The drink was just right, and he gave me a container of sugar just in case I still wanted to add a bit more. Last time I had ordered my drink "to go". This time I decided to sit in the shop and have my drink before heading back home. I was given two cookies to eat with the drink. Really starting to like this place. Impressed with the drinks and service from my two visits so far though. Would really love to try some of their food sometime. It's a small, cozy shop. If you like small and cozy, this would be a great place to come to.

I stopped by the Brand-new Cafe which was opened just last week. It's located acrossed the street…read moreof Metrotown and in front of the bus stop. Very convenient place and nice to have something sweet after you had heavy dinner next door neighbors. It was a warm afternoon. Their signature is authentic Chai though, I tried Iced Matcha latte. Very refreshing and not too sweet. When the air cooled down, I'm sure I will try their variety of chais. On the side, I had almond biscotti. More than the whole almond, it has almond flours. Very soft texture and enjoyed every bite. Chaska means obsession, addiction, and longing. Definitely, I will be back here.

Picked up a Too Good to Go "Chaii Surprise Bag" from this place. For $4.99 I got 2 Chicken puffs,…read moresome kind of Veggie pastry and a cup of chai. The chai didn't taste very "chai"-like to me. Kinda tasted more like some kind of sweet coffee beverage. I was kinda hoping for something that would taste more like cinnamon, cardamom, clove, ginger...or whatever kind of spices it is that I usually find myself tasting when I order a cup of chai. This drink wasn't bad and our daughter definitely liked it. Just that it wasn't quite what I was hoping for, and with a name like "Chaii Surprise Bag" I was kind of hoping there would be more chai than food in the package. Not a complaint though. With Too Good to Go bags, one is always taking a gamble. For $4.99, it was very good value. As it was late at night (pickup time was 10pm - 11pm) and I didn't want to put too much caffeine into our bodies, I allowed us to have a few tiny sips and then put the rest of the drink into the fridge. We finished it the next morning. The Chicken puffs and Veggie pastry we had for dinner the following day. Overall, even though it wasn't what I had hoped for, I was still very happy with the deal. Great way to try out some of the food there that I might not have thought to try otherwise. I very much enjoyed the Veggie pastry and having tried it through Too Good to Go, I can say that I enjoyed it enough to consider ordering it regular price sometime.

This is another cute spot that's been on my bucket list for a while to try out…read more Super cute location! Although there's some construction going on in front of the location currently, it's still accessible to get to which is great. The location itself is spacious and definitely has the 'cafe' like vibe with modernness to it. The food is absolutely delicious! I tried the aloo paratha, masala chips, and vegan chai. It definitely hit the spot!

The cultural lineage of this place is certainly interesting, since from what I understand, this is…read morethe only Canadian location of an Indian restaurant from Japan. The restaurant is beautiful with both Indian and Japanese design sensibilities. They have a table service restaurant with both high tea and an extensive a la carte menu, and it looks like you can also buy mithai in bulk. The food isn't really Japanese-Indian fusion as you might expect, but more like Japanese impression of Indian food, if that makes sense? There's a few hints of Japanese and Asian influence, but the menu is mostly modern Indian. All vegetarian. There's no vegan or gluten free options for afternoon tea, but the a la carte menu includes many clearly labeled vegan and GF dishes. I wanted to try the afternoon tea set to get a wide sampling of their offerings. The set included: corn spinach puff, paneer tikka slider, cream cheese cucumber sandwich, samosa, chutneys for dipping, manchurian skewers, orange cranberry scone with whipped cream, rose rasmalai cake, dodha crunch, motichoor cheesecake parfait, and the choice between masala chai, coffee, or hot/iced caffe latte. It's $32/person for the set, which is a great price. I also appreciated that it was possible to order the set for just one person since it seems like many teahouses will only do it for 2+ people. I thought all of the items in the set were pretty good, and there was a balance between the sweet and savoury items. The only things that really left anything to be desired were that the scone was a bit dry and crumbly, and I thought the tandoori paneer could have been more flavourful. In general the flavours of the savoury items were a bit more subtle than in typical authentic Indian food, but for the most part it didn't come across as bland to me, just a different take on it. The standouts in the set were: the paneer slider - even if the paneer itself didn't impress, I loved the almost flaky texture of the pav - the manchurian, and the rose rasmalai cake. Also, the cream cheese cucumber sandwich had cilantro or chutney or something in the cream cheese which made it much more interesting than the plain version of this sandwich. The masala chai (my chosen drink) was also very good. It was served in a pot that contained 2 small servings. My waiter was very friendly and stopped by a few times to check in. When I was done eating and wanted my bill, it was easy to get his attention. I visited at what seemed like a quiet time so I didn't have much competition for attention. One thing that I thought was odd was when he gave me the machine to pay, there was no tip option - it would be cool if they had a no-tip policy, but I never saw any mention of it, so I wonder if he accidentally bypassed the tip when putting in my charge. It was an interesting and very pleasant experience. I was so curious about this place that I made a trip out from Vancouver just to try it (and couldn't get anyone willing to go to Surrey for afternoon tea with me, hence the afternoon tea order for one), and it was worth the trip!

I used to love their Afternoon Tea, but will no longer visit this place. the food quality is not…read moreeven close to what it used to be. I would not mind that the price went up if the quality of food remained the same.

Since this restaurant opened a few years ago, we've been coming here on our trips to Surrey and we…read morelove the food and atmosphere. The staff is so kind and welcoming, it really is like being part of the family. During this visit we ordered our fave dishes including the savoury chicken tikka masala and the incredible chicken momos. I wasn't a huge fan of the prawn koliwada fry because of the seasoning, but my family enjoyed it. Our server Jana was very kind and knowledgable. Despite managing tables for half the restaurant, she was efficient in taking our orders and attentive when we needed her to come to our table. We also appreciated her sense of humour and friendliness. We love this restaurant and are so excited they've been expanding to other locations. We can't wait to return for another meal here during our next visit to Canada!

Wow. Just wow. I HATE WRITING THIS REVIEW because I want this place all to myself! There's not a…read more6th star, otherwise I'd give that too as well. Could not write enough good things about our first experience at Bandra Cafe. I have nothing but praise for this restaurant! Words cannot describe how impressed I was by the chef and his wonderful team. I could literally rave about this restaurant for HOURS. Our experience was absolutely exceptional. It's not often that from drinks to dessert you like everything set infront of you! You can truly feel the care and talent behind every plate. Everything is curated down to the smallest detail, and the food is absolutely amazing! This restaurant left me in a food coma. I was so full I couldn't even move but that's when you know the food was really good. What truly sets this experience apart is the owner himself. His warmth, humility, and passion for his craft shine through in every bite and every interaction. From the moment we walked in, we could tell this place was going to be special. The food was absolutely delicious--every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavour. You can tell they use high-quality ingredients and put real care into every plate. The service, impeccable. Professional and you are treated like you are their best customer at that moment. Bandra Cafe is one of those places where both the food and the service make you want to come back. The first thing that hit me was the smoke and sizzle of the Szechuan Tikka Sizzler. I wasn't ready for this level of heat!! And don't even get me started on the Quesadilla- it's absolutely scrumptious! The truffle fries are a non-negotiable! And of course I had to jump on the dirty soda trend! But the deliciousness doesn't stop there because the Chilli Chicken was pure satisfaction. And my summer mocktail era starts now with this Chili Mango Refresher. Let's just say my cravings were officially handled with the Bang Bang Cauliflower. And a good latte goes a long way! The cutting chai just fixes everything! Every dish was full of flavour, cooked to perfection, and presented beautifully, making it hard to pick a favourite. The food had solid flavours that left us satisfied. The atmosphere is beautiful and lively with a great mix of elegance and comfort that makes the place feel special yet welcoming. From the very first moment, the owner and staff went the extra mile to secure a table for us, offered insightful recommendations that made each dish a perfect choice, and, above all, treated us with such kindness and genuine warmth that we felt right at home. Staff is top level service! You can tell real care and time went into how everything was prepared and presented. That extra attention shows. The attention to detail and dedication to quality shine through in every bite. What really stood out was the ambiance: the decor is stylish, warm, and inviting, making the whole dining experience even better. The decor, lighting, and music created an incredibly comfortable space that made you want to stay longer. Overall, Bandra Cafe is one of those rare places that manages to deliver on both food and experience. I have nothing but top tier, quality experiences and would recommend this place to anyone. Top-notch service, super friendly people, and a cool atmosphere. A place you'll want to return to, again and again. If you're looking for a place where great food, and phenomenal service come together effortlessly, Bandra Cafe is the place to go. This place is definitely a vibe! If you're looking for a restaurant that nails the food, mocktails, and atmosphere all in one, then Bandra Cafe is the place to go! I'll be dreaming about this place until my next visit! This was my first time at the restaurant, and I can attest with much confidence that it will definitely NOT be my last. Do yourself a favour: drop by this place. I promise--you will not regret it.

I'm a chai lover, so after hearing so many good reviews about this place, I couldn't wait to try…read moreit. I ordered a masala chai and a samosa. The chai was the best I've ever had. It was aromatic, smooth, and full of warming spices that made my whole body feel cozy. It's the perfect drink for winter. I also appreciated that they let me know ahead of time that sugar wasn't added, so I could adjust the sweetness to my liking. The samosa was delicious as well, and I loved the dipping sauces that came with it. The café itself has really nice decor, but it's mostly for takeout. There are a few tables and chairs outside. I would definitely come back for more chai!

I wish I could rate this higher. I always walked by and I've been wanting to try it. I got my…read morewisdom teeth out the other day, and my friend was picking me up a drink on her way to stay with me for the day. I ordered the pistachio chai, and my friend made sure to get it made with oat milk and let them know twice that I was vegan. However, after steps, I had a terrible allergic reaction when my friend called to check on the ingredients, they mentioned that there was a white chocolate syrup that had dairy in it. If they knew this was in the drink, but my friend had said that I was vegan, why would they not let her know? There is also nothing on their website listing that this drink contains dairy I'm incredibly disappointed because I love to support Local, authentic businesses, especially one that is so close to me. However, they were not diligent in this case, and I almost had to go to the hospital because of it. (swelling in jaw in photos was from the surgery, but the hives and swollen eyes were from the allergic reaction)

Really enjoyed the hot Vietnamese coffee. The sandwiches are great. The desserts all look great…read more Plenty of seatings. Clean and bright.

I visited Broye cafe to try hot chocolate festival limited item…read more Saigon after Dark - Pho spice 2.0 -Key flavors of dark chocolate and new pho spice. Dark chocolate infused with cinnamon star anise, black pepper and orange zest. Service with Takoyaki Croissant. I had the pho spice hot chocolate last year, I remember the last year one flavor was more stronger. This year's one was subtle and I could not taste much savory flavor in. It was a just regular hot chocolate. If this was a regular hot chocolate, it tasted good, however, if it was pho spice one, not really impressive . Takoyaki croissant was very unique. I enjoyed that croissant with Vegetable, Mayo and sauce on the top. Actually, highlight was cafe royal tart. - A flaky puff pastry tart filled with silky milk-and-coffee cream, topped with a rich caramel flan for a smooth, aromatic café-style treat. This is not hot chocolate festival item. Cream caramel on the top of crispy Pie tart caught my eye. Cream caramel was very delicious and coffee cream filling was really good. Pie tart's dough was super crispy and buttery. I really loved this item.

Stopped by with the family and had a great experience. We ordered the butter chicken, goat curry…read morewith rice and naan, plus the haryali chicken and malai chicken for starters. Everything was delicious, but the butter chicken was definitely the favorite at our table. The kids absolutely loved it and couldn't stop talking about it. The goat curry was flavorful and tender, and both appetizers were packed with flavor. The restaurant was very clean and had a welcoming atmosphere. The lady serving us was very friendly, attentive, and made sure we were well taken care of throughout our meal. If you're looking for tasty Indian food and great service, this place is definitely worth a visit. We'll be back!

The palak paneer was very good as was the garlic naan and mango lassi. It was a leisurely service…read more Two rice were enough for 4 people, but we needed 3 naan.