Curry twist is the best Indian restaurant in Toronto. Hands down! We've been going to Curry Twist for years and because of covid we haven't been there in a while. We had dinner there tonight after a long time and it was another fabulous meal. Vegetable Samosas are so crispy and the tamarind and mint sauces were so good. We also had Goan fish curry and lamb madras with garlic naan. All made with fresh ingredients and delicious. For dessert we had gulab jamun. Service was excellent as always. We are happy to be able to have dinner at this wonderful restaurant again. read more

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When in Toronto the first place I go is here ! Everything is made fresh in a small open kitchen at the front of the house ! Everything is custom made for you. Roman handles the table service and the ambience is classic Toronto small and casual. The best in the city ! read more

Curry Twist Restaurant - Open kitchen watch it all made for you ! - Indian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

40 dollars 1 lamb curry entree 2 tiny pieces of lamb 1.5 hours to make the food 0 rice 0 naan 100% dissatisfied read more

THE BEST INDIAN RESTAURANT IN THE CITY- END STOP! Best service from Roman and the Chief is fantastic...so friendly and welcoming...we have tried all most everything on the menu and have never been disappointed.. read more

Once again I'm on my quest to find decent Indian restaurants. Curry Twist is located in the junction about ten minutes away from my office. The junction, much like Leslieville, is seeing its share of gentrification and is sprouting up with some interesting spots. I've been to Curry Twist a few times, the first when they were in their previous location and again after they moved over about a half dozen doors away. I love the vibe and the colours in the restaurant, it screams saffron to me. I had a chance to chatter with the owner and we were talking about food philosophies and the restaurant is very much driven by the belief in Ayurveda. Ayurveda is primarily based out of the idea of balance, like yoga, combining foods and spices for good health and balance of the body and the spirit. I must confess until that conversation I hadn't really known much about Ayurveda but I kinda get the idea of and it makes good sense. The food at CT features the dishes from the northern regions of India as well as embracing the Moghlai inspired types of food. How regal does that sound? The menu isn't large and I like this a lot. Fewer dishes means less complications and a smaller margin for hit and miss. My beloved eggplant is on the menu only this time it is called Bharta and its smoked in a whole piece and then mashed up. The Lamb Madras is tender with a coconut sauce that is like velvet on the meat. Fish Magic is so appropriately named. :) I've had the Chili Shrimp (pass the yoghurt and cucumbers please, this is a five alarm blazer) and I struggle with the heat. Butter Chicken is what it is, butter chicken. It is a standard in most indian restaurants and here at CT they do it justice. The chicken has always been moist, not stringy or dry. Curry Twist is very decently priced, particularly with the sides. Most indian restos will charge $6-9 for a pulao but at CT its under $4 bucks. Servings are generous so I've usually got a lunch to go for the next day. There is aIso lots of options for the vegetarians on the menu. I highly recommend a stop in the junction in this small, comfy spot and you can discover the meaning of Ayurveda. It's all about the balance baby. read more

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Best Indian food in the area.Anan takes really good care of his customers.I have been going there for over 10 years,never disappointed.

WOW! Great neighborhood restaurant. We were looking for a meal after a day of roaming in Toronto and came upon this Indian restaurant. We were seated right away on the last available table for 5 people. Their waiters are very friendly and could recommend dishes depending on what you like. The menu is varied with many vegetarian, non-vegetarian and seafood dishes. The scheek kebob starter was great. Good amount of mild spice. The chicken tikka masala was outstanding. So flavorful. We asked for it spicy and they obliged. The channa masala was amazing - from an old family recipe - chickpeas with rich dark sauce. I highly recommend getting this dish. You must get their naan with your dishes. The naan are so soft and made to order so they come out fresh. They are perfect for soaking up the sauces from your dishes. To finish, we had the masala tea - a perfect ending to a perfect meal. read more

Sides and Naan extra. My friend and I decided to try this place last Thursday, as it was at the end of her street and looked interesting. I'm not usually eager to try places with 'curry' in their name as I'm a WIMP when it comes to spice. However, I thought to myself "they must have something not spicy" and eagerly joined her. you pass the open kitchen on your way to a small seating area at the back of the restaurant which appeared relatively full for a mid-week dinner. Their menu covers most areas of traditional Indian fare. I tried their butter chicken which is usually the safest thing on the menu. My friend and I shared a bowl of rice and garlic naan (both extra). The butter chicken comes in a cute little bucket and did not have ANY spice, I think I could have actually handled the next degree of spice. Service is prompt and attentive. Price point is reasonable. Restaurant is clean and comfortable. if you are a curry fan, I would recommend this place. read more

Figured I was in the area tonight so I would try something different in the area. First off I love Indian food but this take out was nothing what I expected and have had in the city. $12.95 got you no chicken (5 chunks) with LOTS OF SAUCE good customer service but with Roti it was just under $18.00. Not worth it. It's like having a soup dish. read more

Curry Twist Restaurant - a bowl of curry with a spoon in it - Indian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Went here with a friend for dinner. Its decor is understated but cozy and clean. The food was really tasty and reasonably priced. The servers were polite and just the right amount of attentive. We noted that the women's washroom was extremely clean, which usually speaks well to the cleanliness of the kitchen. Would definitely eat here again, or at least order take out. read more

I have been coming to curry twist for the last several years, and I can honestly say the quality of food is exceptional and extremely flavorful! I needed a specific Indian meal which was not on the menu for an event and the owner gladly catered to my needs. Everyone was extremely impressed. Besides their food, the service and hospitality are wonderful. read more

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This place is definitely solid, I can see why it's a neighbourhood favourite. A coworker suggested I try it and I'm very glad I did, though I would like to try more of the menu. My friend had the much lauded Butter Chicken, and while I only had a few bites I found it not to my liking. I think it was a bit too much fenugreek and not enough tomato perhaps, but something was a bit off. Not to say it was bad, just not what I was expecting. I had the lamb madras and it was stellar, however. Every bite was tender and juicy, with lots of rich sauce. The smell was mouthwatering. We also ordered the fish magic to split and found it absolutely fantastic. Lovely flavour combination and just the right amount of spice. Great balance and seasoning, clearly the chef puts a lot of love into their cooking. Service was friendly and fast, and we will certainly be returning. read more

Curry Twist was a mediocre experience. The best part of the meal was the free pappadums we received on being seated. We ordered a fair amount off the small menu and were horrified by our first dish, the Tawa Paneer - it was without a doubt the saltiest dish I have ever been served at a restaurant. Next came the rice pulao, the lamb masala and the saag paneer. The lamb masala tasted of black pepper, lacked any depth of flavour and contained very little lamb. The saag paneer was bland. The na'an was the worst I have ever eaten, it was cold, hard and crunchy. This experience was insultingly bad. The restaurant was packed, and once again I am reminded that being busy is not a good indication of quality. read more

Feeling too lazy to cook on a Friday night, and still new to the West End, we decided to eat out. I knew that there would be some places along Dundas St West, so we took a drive to see what we could find. I checked out YELP, and saw Curry Twist, but did not read the reviews. Parked the car, walked along and looked at several other restaurants, Greek, Pub Style, another Indian place (which looked empty) then stumbled across Curry Twist. The line up just inside the door, told us we need to join in. Being a lover of Indian Cuisine, my taste buds immediately set themselves for a bountiful serving of Buttered Chicken. However, one look at the menu, and listening to the specials from our server Anant, we decided to have the Samosa's to start. We ordered 2 (one each) they came baked pefectly, the crust was crunchy, yet buttery, and the veggie filling came all to obvious that these were one of a kind. We nixed the Special, which was announced as Ginger Chicken and ordered from the Menu instead. We had the Chicken Pasanda and the Lamb Achari, with of course Basmati rice, and garlic Naan. The lamb had a wonderful spice and yes, quite a kick. I love spice, but my sweat glands say differently. An extra pile of napkins were needed (maybe a towel) the flavors were bouncing off my tongue and mixed with the rice and naan, washed down with a wonderful Indian ale, Cobra. My smile gave me away that I was fully enjoying this meal. The Chicken Pasanda was NOT buttered chicken, thank goodness as it allowed me to experiment, and that I did. We both relished over this dish. The atmosphere at Curry Twist was welcoming and anything but rushed. We were seated right in front of the kitchen, which at first I was not quite happy with, but after a few mouthfuls, one did not realize. My partner had the Mango Lassi, which was almost the consistency of a milk shake, but much tastier. Our server, although very attentive, did not always appear back to the table after every bite to ask if everything was alright, which I was grateful for. I can see now why the line, as you can also order take out, but stay in and enjoy the ambiance. Im glad I found Curry Twist, it will be that little gem in the corner when I really fancy a good Indian dish! read more

A wonderful fixture within the Junction neighbourhood, offering up strong dishes that deliver on authenticity and flavour. Having dined in as well as ordered take-out on multiple occasions, I can attest to the consistency of great quality food and customer service. The only noticeable caveat, with regard to the dishes, would be that the portion sizes are quite petite. Case in point: On the last visit, one of the wait staff decided to upsell Samosas to our table--which we ultimately agreed to--but honestly had an average taste and only were there two of them. For a pair of diners, I would certainly recommend sharing the Goan Fish Curry, Butter Chicken, Daal Amritsari and Naan Bread. Additionally, it ought to be mentioned that the interior layout and space are on the tighter end and may be found to be claustrophobic and noisy as a result. NOTE: If possible, stay away from the very back as seating is immediately next to their commercial fridges--really noisy, indeed--and staff will occasionally retrieve items from it. read more

Quite disappointing all around. The veggie samosa....they are no Samosa King. This triangle bundle had a very thick exterior and may(?) have been microwaved. The naan....its no Mela. The toasty carb was bland, boring, thin and dry. The curry twist chicken was lacking in intensity and depth. The chicken was cooked prior to being added to the weak sauce. How do I know it was cooked prior? Cause I saw dude walk through the restaurant with a tub that had 2 Ziploc freezer bags with the orange coloured chicken cubes in it. The prep area for this joint is in the front. This alone firmed up my decision that I will not return. I also saw him bring to the front saran wrap encased dishes with rice in them....ready for the microwave?! Bringing partially prepared food out through the restaurant, in my opinion, is a complete turn off. It is like going on a date and the guy is rude and talks to the waiter like they are stupid. The channa was meh....really, that three letter word sums up this place for me. It truly lacked authenticity, and felt very westernized. My hunt for a great one stop Indian restaurant continues.... read more

Very nice small place. Nicely decorated. Clean. Very cozy and relaxing. The service was excellent, extremely polite and friendly. The butter chicken was excellent. Naan and rice also very good. The Macchi Tikka salmon was one of the best, perfect amount of spices and very tender. The Baigan Bharta was very delicious. And the Indian stuffed bread rolls were amazing. The mango lassie was one of the best I've ever had. read more

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My go to place for tasty food. Service both sitting in and dining out is always spot on. The food is expertly prepared and oh so satisfying. If you haven't had the the chili shrimp it is a must try for some really interesting flavours. Lamb Madras tastes like essence of lamb and is so great. I've been going here frequently for the last couple of years and can say the consistency is really impressive. read more

This cozy, inviting place on Dundas in the Junction will seduce you with incredible aromas the moment you walk in, as the open kitchen is right near the front. Each time we've gone, we've ordered at least one of the 'daily specials', and we've been wowed each time. The staple menu items are some of the best indian i've had. All I've tried have a fresh take and very full flavoured. The fresh naan is fabulous, and the pappadum appetizers disappear very quickly too. read more

Before I start, I must admit this review is late, very late in fact. I half wrote this when I first went to Curry Twist in September 09, then edited more in October, repeated in November and decided to fully rewrite now. So really, this is an entirely new review about a restaurant I've come to love after living in the Junction for the past few months. A restaurant I've been to at least 5 times now, sharing dishes with gleeful abandon with my dining companions and comparing our dishes. Quick reviews: The Butter Chicken is divine, with flavourful mouthfuls of a buttery, savoury chicken that is full of sweet spice and flavour. The Lamb Madras is thick, hearty and spicy, perfect for a bitter cold Canadian winter. The Fish Magic is a simple, flaky fillet in one of the most succulent sauces I could imagine, what sauce did not soak up the fillets went directly onto my naan bread and was devoured. The Haandi Chicken Twist is one of the spicier things on the menu and is also a favourite of mine. Their specials are often quite fantastic and the next time I see a biryiani on the board I will just stop in for dinner whether I was planning to or not. Top it off with a gigantic Naan bread or a generous dish of vegetable pulao rice and a bottle of Blanche de Chambly and/or the Hardy's Gewurztraminer from Australia and you will be as hooked as I am. I promise. read more

Finally ordered from this place after passing by it over a 100 times. Me and my sister ordered the butter chicken with basmati rice and naan bread on the side. BOOOY LET ME TELL YOU! The butter chicken was off the hook especially the sauce! Oh my goodness, the sauce was divine! Pour a little bit over the rice and use some as a dipping sauce for your naan bread. (which was also very delicious and made fresh to order!) Me and my sister ate everything with quickness. Definitely plan on ordering from here again! read more

My favourite Toronto restaurant so far! I had something that was super delicious, called a Butter Paneer, which is Indian cheese (like a very mild mozzarella) in butter chicken sauce. It was sooo good. Had to order the rice and naan separately (they're not included in the order of meat/curry) but it was well worth it. The naan was super soft and buttery. There were samosas on special which we big and full of delicious. I was sad to know they weren't on the main menu. I was also hoping for pekoras but I didn't see them either. On a side note, the main clientele at the time was dressed a little fancier than I'm used to, and ofttimes a touch rude to the waitress who was very good at keeping polite. Can't wait to come again. read more

Great authentic Indian restaurant with fresh food that is being cooked fron fresh daily. Lots of vegetarian options. clean and very friendly. read more

Curry Twist Restaurant - Amazing food. Highly recommended! - Indian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I've been here twice and was happy both times. The flavours are fresh, strong and unique. Also, the naan is right out of the oven. Service was good and prompt. I saved some cash by ordering vegetarian dishes only, which worked out well. read more

My boyfriend and I LOVE Indian food, and we are always eager to try new places whenever we are in a new city. Curry Twist had a high TripAdvisor review so we entered the restaurant with high hopes and were eager to indulge in some Indian cuisine. The atmosphere itself is cute and quaint. It is a small restaurant with minimal decor; but what they lack in interior design they make up for in customer service. The entire staff seemed so eager and excited as soon as we walked through the door. The whole kitchen is exposed to the customers and all the chefs in kitchen made a point to smile and say hi as my boyfriend and I walked into the restaurant. Moving on to the food. Unfortunately it wasn't stellar. We order vegetables samosa's, butter chicken, chicken curry, basmati rice, and garlic naan. The only dish that stood out to me was the naan. Their garlic naan was INCREDIBLE! It was the perfect amount of soft meets crispy and had a good balance of garlic and spices. The rest of the dishes I found only to be mediocre. The dishes were flavourful; but it wasn't the type of flavour I was looking for. I would eat here again but it definitely isn't in my all-time favourite Indian restaurants. read more

We stopped in here on a frigid night. We asked to sit away from the door and the lovely server took us right to the back! Awesome. We ordered the Chicken Xacutti (a special) and Vegetable Paneer for our mains and bread rolls as an appetizer. The food was delicious, with just the right amount of spice. Everyone who works there is very gracious and lovely to interact with. They were very attentive and brought lots of water. They have really cool old freezer at the back of the seating area that I'm coveting. read more

Curry Twist offers fresh home cooked Indian food with a twist. Flavors are more bold, sweeten to please the downtown crowd. I found the food better than the service, and more experience servers would make the dinner experience more refined. The cozy room was warm and inviting but the waiter spilled drinks across others seated across from our table, so I would say the tables or the waiter would need reconsider their spacing. The food is what I come to eat, and it was tasty, clean and fresh. My butter panner was good, and the naan was to order. I wish they had offer a more complete Indian meal as most customers like myself do not know how to order everything. read more

Sooo good! After trying many disappointing Indian restaurants in Toronto, this is one of the best we've been to! The chicken curry and lamb curries were AMAZING! Full of spice and flavor and properly cooked! The naan also was excellent. For good Indian food, it's well worth the extra $2-$3 dollars that they charge per dish compared to other places. The service is friendly and professional, with a nice atmosphere. My only minor complaint is that they don't offer tandoori dishes, probably because the specific tandoori oven requires a difficult to get and expensive license! Try Curry Twist! If you love good Indian food, it's very satisfying. read more

Finally!! We found a wonderful authentic, home-cooking style Indian restaurant. You feel light after you eat. You see the chefs stretching out fresh naan right infront of you. The curries are SO flavourful, and this is confirmed by the array of whole toasted spices such as cardamom pods and star anise. Honestly, this is a wonderful restaurant. I highly recommend the Lamb Madras read more

Disappointed. The meal started with day old stale pappdums and finish with flavour less, watered down saag paneer and under cooked, bland chicken Korma. We decided not to finish the meal and instead took our appetite to another Indian restaurant down the street. We won't be going back. read more

Thank you for fulfilling my real Indian food craving. This place is like a hidden gem. They nailed it with their Naan first; very soft and tasty. Then I got the house special which is Balti Chicken. It was very well spiced. The portion seemed small first but I could hardly finish it later. Then, they blew my mind with their eggplant special. The team is very friendly. I asked to Head Chef about their secret! He said: they do everything from scratch and they picked the ingredients very carefully. Now I know where to go for next time I crave for Indian food! read more

Curry Twist Restaurant - Indian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Food seemed fresh, but very bland and that's not a word I'd easily use to describe Indian food. Lots of sugar in the curry sauces and little flavour. I only had vegetarian, but would definitely not go back here. Plus, they had nan wrapped in Saran Wrap sitting on the floor in the kitchen. Eww! read more

First time dining in at an indian cusine. Kindly greeted at the door and sat at a table for two. A wide variety of beers to keep a yelper like me satisfied. We ordered the curry chicken and veggie brown cheese dish extra spicy which was absolutely delicious. Great service great food! I would suggest anyone in the neighbourhood to drop in if they want a bite of culture. read more

Curry Twist Restaurant - Garlic Nam, chicken curry and cheese veggie dish is delicious! - Indian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Tasty no doubt. Just got take out though, so obviously can't comment on the service. Food was fresh and not greasy. Ordered a paneer dish, the eggplant bharta, and a chicken dish with two naan. The daily chicken special was the best dish- however sadly I have no idea what it was if I wanted to order it again! Found it a bit expensive ($43) and not as flavourful as the Indian I'm used to on Gerrard. Dammit. Bring on the grease? read more

Our first Indian Restaurant experience in the neighbourhood. The place is very quaint and the food a treat for your senses. Loved the Bard's gluten free beer selection with the chicken curry. And because I love spicy food I appreciated their fresh green chillies that were very spicy. Also to mention the experience would not have been the same without the great service. read more

Curry Twist Restaurant - Samosas - Indian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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This is a cozy Indian restaurant, packed with lots of customers on a Sunday night. We ordered the saag paneer, lamb madras, samosa, and sheekh kebab for the two of us. The samosa was fresh and not too oily. Just the right amount of seasoning. The paneer and lamb dishes come in one person size dishes. While both main dishes were delicious, it definitely wasn't enough for the two of us to share, which is fine since we have big appetites. Very well seasoned and balanced. The sheekh kebab was a little more heavily seasoned and spicy compared to the other dishes. Overall, reasonable prices for delicious foods in this part of the city. Just be prepared to wait as they are really busy and they do the best they can. read more

I really love this place. Fantastic! Even this restaurant is a little bit small, cozy but their food make it up. Simple decoration, tasty food. I have tried many butter chicken at different place but this place is the best. You can taste the buttery flavour and little bit sweet in the chicken. The lamb twist masala is also a good choice for people who want to try spicy food. The waiting staff is super friendly. I will recommend this restaurant for all my friends! read more

Curry Twist Restaurant - Lamb Twist Masala and Butter Chicken with Naan ( you can choose rice or other side dish) - Indian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Love! We used to live in Little India, so we were pumped to find this so close now. Really nice staff, always super attentive, fresh food, and great twists (no pun intended there) on some Indian classics. I'd you're into super spicy, this might not be your jam. But the food is full of flavour, and there's a ton of variety in the dishes. The butter paneer is amaaaaazing for the veggies that miss out on butter chicken (they actually have a ton of great vegetarian dishes), and the naan is like anything you'd get at the best Gerrard stops. Takeout is quick and just as good as dining in, and the prices are absolutely reasonable for the quality. read more

Decent Indian fare in the Junction. We were seated pretty quickly on a busy Sunday evening and service was friendly and efficient. Not a huge variety of meat dishes to choose from but our butter chicken was great. The aloo gobhi was my favorite - lots of cauliflower which other places normally skimp on! read more

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I've gone to Curry Twist a few times since I moved into the Junction back in June 2011. I've enjoyed it each time... which explains why I keep going back, hah! They often have a lineup to get in on Friday and Saturday nights, so keep that in mind if you want to go, especially if you've got a group of friends coming with you. Service is friendly but not overbearing - they happily recommend dishes to order, amounts of rice to get, and all that, but they don't lurk near your table constantly either. Spice levels here are fairly mild, so if you're a spice fan, you might want to ask for your dish to be done hotter. Favourite dish so far: the Baigan Bharta. For the vegans out there: there are a number of vegan-friendly dishes on the menu, so you can stick this place on your roster of places to go with non-vegan friends and family. read more