Chingari Indian Restaurant

We've gotten takeaway from here a couple of times. The food, while not spectacular, has always been consistent, non greasy, with just the right amount of spice. One particular highlight though is their Dal Makhni.

Food: 3

A friend of mine suggested trying this restaurant based on their good experience here.

Since this was our first time, we decided to go ahead on a special day.

The restaurant was below ordinary from inside and we became skeptical about the quality and taste of the food here.

We soon ordered a variety of dishes - Aloo Tikki Chaat, Vegetable Hakka Noodles, Bhindi Masala, Chingari Paneer Kadai and a few Tandoori Rotis.

The Aloo Tikki Chaat was okay but the Aloo Tikki itself was soggy and not crisp at all. It looked like it was already made before the order and just added in the Chaat. In addition, the sauces/chutneys were not enough for the dish. There was hardly any whisked yogurt in the chaat which is a key ingredient for this dish. The quantity was also less for the price of the dish.

The Vegetable Hakka Noodles was a complete let-down. The noodles used were thicker than normal and not used in hakka noodle dishes. It just had a very mild flavour of some soya sauce. There were hardly any veggies in it and it was almost like eating bland noodles. Very disappointing!

The Bhindi Masala was just fine but the Chingari Paneer Kadai which was a restaurant special item and recommended by the server was terrible. The gravy seemed to be not fully cooked and lacked the flavour of coriander seeds powder. It was just some kind of tomato onion gravy that tasted weird and sweet. It was bad to an extent that we did not want to have it after our first bite.

The Tandoori Rotis were okay but lacked the typical taste of a tandoori roti made in other North Indian restaurants in the GTA. The pricing was high for the below average taste and quality of food at this restaurant.

After we were almost done, it became too hot inside and was getting difficult to bear. The temperature in the restaurant should be adjusted to avoid inconvenience to the customers.

Definitely, a lot of work needs to be done at this restaurant to improve their standard and quality!

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 4

Hands down the best Indian cuisine I’ve ever had.

I wish there were an option to rate this place in the negatives, because even zero stars feels like a compliment.Yesterday I ordered through uber eats Chingari Paneer, which tasted like someone found three-day-old gravy hiding in a corner and decided to “recycle” it. No flavor, no freshness, just regret.

Then came the Malai Kofta—if you can even call it that. It was basically mashed potatoes pretending to be food. No salt, no seasoning, no effort. I’ve had more flavorful air.

The Garlic Naan? I could’ve made sturdier slippers out of that chewy rubber. If Michelin gave awards for jaw workouts, this would win.

And the Malai Chaap… I honestly didn’t know it was possible to make something this bland. It’s almost a talent to remove every hint of taste from a dish.

I spent $80 on this humiliation, served hot in front of my friends. And the next day? Let’s just say everyone regretted it—including my 3-year-old as everyone started feeling sick and throwing up That’s a level of disappointment I wouldn’t wish on anyone.

Save your money, your stomach, and your dignity. Avoid this place like it’s an extreme sport.

Food: 1

Combo lunch facility is nice drive. Saved from cost and wastage point of view. Quantity was sufficient for a person.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Chingari Chicken Kadai, Paneer Lababdar, Chicken Tikka Masala

We ordered vegetarian food with them twice before and it was so delicious that we thought lets try non-vegetarian dishes but it was so disappointing. The chicken was so stale and smelly that the smell started coming out right after opening the box.

So Disgusted!

Food: 1

I never had this tasty butter chicken in my life. Me and my husband just visited yesterday and came from a distance just to try their butter chicken. They did not dissappointed. Thank you for good service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

It was good experince.keep up the good work guys.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

so delicious

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I really enjoyed the Aloo Tikki Chaat here. It was packed with flavor, perfectly balanced with all the sauces and chana. The presentation was inviting, and the portion size was generous as well. The service was friendly and attentive, and the overall vibe of the place felt warm and welcoming. Highly recommend trying the Aloo Tikki Chaat if you haven’t already.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

The most amazing Indian curry I have ever had and my husband really enjoyed the butter chicken. Service was really great too! Fantastic place, you need to eat here!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The best Indian restaurant in Durham.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Butter chicken was a little on the sweeter side for my liking but overall food was delicious and fresh. Dal makhni was amazing!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Wonderful restaurant!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food, and amazing service!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5