Kootenay Tamil Kitchen
$$ • Indian, Vegan
Hours:
660 Baker St, Nelson
(778) 463-1008
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I really wanted to continue supporting this restaurant, but after our last experience, I honestly can’t justify going back.
We ordered 2 butter chickens, 1 paneer masala, and 3 pieces of naan/roti bread — which were tiny and somehow almost $4 each. After taxes, the total came to $83.90, which is already extremely expensive for what we received.
What made it worse was the service. When I arrived for pickup, our food was sitting at the front unattended and wasn’t...read full review
Great food. Love the well integrated spices and flavours. Don’t forget to check out the KTK Masala shop across the street! You can get their sauces and chutneys to take home, and all kinds of other ethic delights, asian & local produce AND locally grown gourmet mushrooms. What a treat!
great friendly service. had the goat curry with chapati, it was delicious!
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 4 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30AM - 2:30PM 3:30 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 3:30 - 9PM 11:30AM - 2:30PM |
| Thursday | 11:30AM - 2:30PM 3:30 - 9PM |
| Friday | 3:30 - 9PM 11:30AM - 2:30PM |
| Saturday | 11:30AM - 9PM |
| Sunday | 11:30AM - 9PM |
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Kootenay Tamil Kitchen is a restaurant known for its incredible South Indian cuisine, offering unique dishes that are highly praised. The staff and owner are kind and genuine, sharing their knowledge of the dishes and accommodating dietary restrictions. Many customers have noted the chef's attentiveness to food sensitivities, crafting delicious meals like shrimp curry that leave a lasting impression. The service is excellent, with attentive waitstaff, although they can be a bit overwhelmed at times. Meals are generous, and customers often find themselves quickly finishing what they initially thought was too much food. The restaurant is celebrated for its authentic Tamil dishes, with many recommending them over the standard kormas and butter chicken. The dosa, in particular, has received acclaim as the best some have had, even compared to places in Toronto. The atmosphere is pleasant, and the decor is beautiful, contributing to a great dining experience. Visitors appreciate the local beers on tap and have left with memorable impressions, looking forward to returning for more delightful meals. The restaurant also features a beautiful lime tree outside that provides shade and a lovely natural canopy on hot days. Chefs like Vishnu are praised for their clean cooking skills, especially for dishes like masala dosa and samosas. Overall, the restaurant offers excellent Tamil/Indian food in an unpretentious atmosphere, with great quality food at superb prices. Many customers have enjoyed their meals over the years, appreciating the consistently authentic and delicious flavors, and some have even expressed their excitement over the phonetic Tamil names of the dishes.