Bindia toronto

Bindia

Bindia is a contemporary Indian restaurant that recently opened up on the newly-refurbished Market Street on the west side of St. Lawrence Market . At the heart of the operation are Michael Kapil, chef Vic Mohan and family, who staff the restaurant and supply inspiration for both the menu and decor.

The 55-seat room looks sleek and modern but incorporates traditional and personal details. For instance, the turquoise paisley pattern blanketing the walls is a graphic interpretation of the sari that Kapil gifted his wife on their first anniversary.

Bindia toronto

The menu offers a range of traditional North Indian dishes, including curries, tandoori and breads, all house-made from scratch. Specialties from the clay oven include assorted preparations of chicken, lamb, seafood and even paneer. Mint Tikka ($17) marinates overnight with yogurt and mint before being baked to order on the tandoor, so each herb-encrusted chunk is moist and juicy.

Bindia toronto

Vegetable samosas ($7), served three per order, are accompanied by house-made tamarind chutney for dipping. Fried pastry pockets filled with soft potatoes and peas are boldly spiced with turmeric, coriander and cumin.

Bindia toronto

Jumbo tandoori prawns ($18) are sourced fresh from St. Lawrence Market (presumably justifying the price tag) and marinated in a garlic and ginger-based masala before hitting the tandoor.

Bindia toronto

A cocktail list has yet to be launched but the reasonably priced bar menu currently boasts a handful of wines for less than $10 a glass, as well as beers like Scarborough-brewed Cheetah by the bottle ($5.50) or pint ($6.50). Mango shakes and lassis ($6) complete the offerings, all of which are intentionally curated to pair with bold, spicy flavours.

Bindia is open on weekdays from 11:30am and from 11am on weekends; closing hours will vary. Like the other restaurants of Market Street, the patio is planned to open soon and will accommodate an extra 15 guests.

Bindia toronto

Photos by Jesse Milns


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