Filling up on creamy, rich Indian dishes (shout out, butter chicken!) will almost definitely result in a food coma but it`s always worth it. If you've never met a naan bread you didn't love, try these superior Indian establishments in Edmonton.
This cute little bistro is tucked away on the south side of Edmonton, so it remains something of a secret. The mango chicken curry is mouth-watering, with thick hunks of chicken bathed in a slightly sweet, creamy mango sauce. Pair it with fluffy coconut rice – a perfect complement, especially because the slivers of onion in the rice prevent sweetness overload. Bonus: They have gluten-free roti, a hard-to-find Indian treat. It`s like a vegetable crepe, and it makes the perfect scoop for extra sauce.
This is one of the most popular Indian restaurants in the city, with numerous awards under its belt. And they take both their food and their vino seriously, with a wine list curated by Edmonton wine expert and owner of Vinomania, Gurvinder Bhatia. The cuisine sees influences of Asian dishes, and is often playful – the decadent butter chicken samosa being one example.
A fabulous lunch buffet awaits you at Khazana. The butter chicken is creamy, delectable and rich, perfect scooped over a bed of rice pilaf. The fresh naan bread is dropped off at the table practically before you can take your first mouthful of tandoori chicken. The fireplace adds warmth to the rooms, while the curries add warmth to your belly. While there is a menu, the restaurant is often so crowded that you`re better off going for the buffet – full bellies, no waiting.