The Madras Diaries

1097 Kingsway, Vancouver
(604) 707-8177

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Shamil Mohammed

Good place for any south Indian food actually especially dosas and seafood like prawns or fish items.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Patrick Chen

This is my go-to place for East Indian food. Flavours are delicious. Ingredients always fresh including the spices. Service always excellent and friendly. My favourite is the goat curry - amazing. Each family member has a different favourite but we love them all.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

N Islam

Very good with quantity and quality. I must have to try there Thursday special biryani.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Vasu Bandla

We had a wonderful dining experience last night.expeccially your dosa's. The food was exceptional. sohini, was attentive, friendly, made excellent recommendations throughout our meal. We will definitely be returning soon.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amy G

Always an amazing experience to eat there. As a Vegetarian love the options. Best food and great service every-time.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Arjun Das

Poor service,never got a chance to try the food, Was seated but no menu was given. No response even after 10-15mins of waiting. went in and grabbed a menu to get some attention, didn’t help either.
Had to leave.

Service: 1

Harshan Carracer

I really like the food. Service too is gr8.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

kalyan chakravarthy

Must-Try Dish:

Neyyi Kaaram Upma Dosa - The most authentic and delicious Hyderabad-style dosa I’ve ever tasted!

I’ve visited this place multiple times, and each visit reminds me why it’s one of my absolute favorites in Vancouver. Every dish carries its own unique flavor, making it hard to pick just one!

Top Dosa Recommendations
1. Neyyi Kaaram Upma Dosa - A perfect balance of spice, texture, and authenticity.
2. Palak Paneer Dosa - Creamy, rich, and beautifully seasoned.
3. Shahi Paneer Dosa - A royal twist with indulgent flavors.
4. Madurai Malli Dosa - A rare and refreshing find, even in South Indian restaurants.
5. All Non-Veg Dosas - Each one stands out with its own unique flavor and aroma.

Other Must-Try Dishes
1. Kozhi Varutha Chicken Curry - Deep, aromatic, and full of authentic South Indian spices.
2. Yerra Thokku (Prawns) Biryani - Bursting with flavor; the prawns are perfectly cooked.
3. Ambur Biryani (Lamb) - Tender lamb with rich, layered flavors that define comfort food.

Each dish is prepared with such authenticity that it’s almost impossible to stop at just one. Honestly, I could easily list ten more dishes - that’s how consistently delicious everything is! 😄

Haritha Divya

Today we had came for buffet here And we had wonderful expirence the food is very delicious. They have many varieties of items both in veg and non veg in unique style of South Indian cuisine.

I would really recommend to try ambur biryani and paya
In veg every thing must try.
GOD I wish I could have more space in my stomach to enjoy more sweets

DON'T MISS out the sweets ( names are difficult)

I would like to appreciate nivedikan for going extra mile to really serve customers 🤩

Most Recommend dosas

1. Ghee karam uppma dosa
2. Madhurai mali dosa
3. Palak paneer dosa
4. Shahipaneer dosa

Biryani’s
1. Yerra thoku, ambur are top and all biryani’s are good

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Simran Banga

It was a really great experience with lovely staff and delicious food. They have delicious dosa and very welcoming environment.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

s20 fe

Do you guys serve Halal food ?

Imam K

Absolutely loved my experience at Madras Diaries! The food is authentic, flavorful, and truly reminds me of South India. Every dish is perfectly spiced and freshly made. The staff are warm, polite, and make you feel at home. The ambiance is cozy, clean, and perfect for a casual meal or family outing.

Highly recommend their dosas, filter coffee, and biryani — all bursting with flavor! I’ll definitely be coming back soon. 🙌

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tomato and Coconut Chutney, Mango Mousse, Pomfret Fry, Chicken Mandi Biriyani, Thooku Chatti Parotta, Thambi Vilas Lamb Biryani, Theatre Samosa, Thattu Idly, Naan, Chicken 65, Medu Vada, Paneer Tikka, Mysore Masala Dosa, Butter Chicken, Chettinad Fish Curry, Onion Samosa, Chicken Curry, Paneer Tikka Masala, Poori Masala \u0026 Curd Vada, Vijaywada Fry Piece Biryani

Cavin

I ordered 5 parotta but they have send me someone's food. I'm not happy with their service 😕. They can't read the names on the order details.

Service: 1

Anjana Photography

We recently hosted a Diwali party at home and chose Madras Diaries for our catering - and it was absolutely the right choice! We ordered food for 18 adults, and the portions were so generous that our guests even got to take some home.
Karthik was incredibly patient and helpful while I was finalizing the menu, and his attention to detail truly stood out. When I arrived for pickup, he personally came all the way to the car and carefully arranged the containers with cloths to make sure nothing spilled during the drive- such a thoughtful gesture!
The food was a hit with everyone - the Chicken 65, Masala Vada, and Gobi Manchurian were crowd favourites, and both the Ambur Chicken Biryani and Kothu Parotta were bursting with authentic flavours. He also gave us complimentary Vegetable Biriyani and Mango mousse as dessert.
Thank you, Madras Diaries, for making our celebration extra special!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sneha Khanna

Great food..loved their dosas..Hats off to their chef Ishwar. Sudarshan made our visit impeccable.❤️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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