Food is delicious! So flavourful, filling, and affordable, service is great, the staff asked us if everything was okay many times, the vibe of the restaurant is very nice. Highly recommend getting the naan with whatever you order, nice warm naan that is crunchy on the outside, and soft on the inside. Very good spot!

I had a beautiful meal here. I enjoyed the combo when included a main, Naan, rice and a pop for a very reasonable price. The Naan was crispy on the outside and soft and tender on the inside. The chicken vindaloo was flavourful and spicy. I ordered a vegetable pecora and onion bhaji to go to share with friends. They loved them! Service was friendly and nice. Ample parking in front. Lovely local place you should visit when you are in the area.

Absolute Gem of Riverside South! Amazing menu, delicious authentic food, super friendly staff, lovely indoor dining space. Now my family’s favourite place to eat out!

Worth A Visit! Chaat Papri: Delicious. Tandoori Chicken: yummy -. Fantastic Naan fresh and delicious. Best ones I’ve had so far in Ottawa. Butter chicken poutine is a hard pass. Lassi actually tasting of fruit and yogurt and not just excessive sweetness from canned mango purée. Also the best one I’ve had here. Server asks the spice level which is definitely a great experience for any cuisine where spice levels vary. Cons: For the price of tandoori chicken, the portion of side chutney was tiny. Barely enough for 1 person. Not including the cabbage under the chicken, it was missing any side salad (especially onions and lemon that normally accompanies tandoori dishes). It didn’t come with naan either. That was also extra. Butter Chicken Poutine: needs more smaller pieces of chicken instead of a few large chunks and more flavour in general. Will not get again.

The best veg tandoori I ever tried in canada. Overall the ambience and the food was awesome and the prices are really affordable. The staff was very friendly and asked us about the quality and taste of food after being served. Hidden gem of ottawa for indian food. 🔥😋🤤😻👏 (emojis says it all)

Wanted to support this local and unique ethnic establishment, and overall was pleased I did. Ordered delivery: Food was super-tasty and spicy, in a wonderful way! However, despite the food inflation, I found it to be a tad pricey and smaller portions compared. Definitely worth a try!

Fantastic food, has to be up there for best in Ottawa, great service, nice interior vibe, extensive menu and fair prices. Tried the lamb madras curry (highly recommended, very 🌶️), mushroom masala curry (slightly sweet and also 🌶️), crispy garlic naan (must get!), roti and zeera rice. Curry’s were rich and flavourful. Will return!

I started with 2 Samosas and those were too good with chutney. Then I ordered Amritsari Kulcha and that was simply amazing the same taste I was looking for specially when I'm from Amritsar and know what the real raste is like. The only thing I missed was the kulcha baked in Clay Owen which makes it too crispy but that's how Canadian kitchens are. I think no permission to use them in Canada other than that everything was delicious. Also, the prices were genuine and you can fill your stomach in 10-20$. Must visit Indian restaurant

First time customer referred by a friend. I had the lamb korma. It was very rich, and you could tell the spices used were fresh. Very fair price, very good quality. It's no wonder why they seem to be busy all the time.

What is this place honestly? It's a hidden gem! Seriously this is the best Indian food I ever tasted in Canada. Wow! The food, the staff, the decoration, the music. I'm not an Indian myself but the food was so delicious and the Naan Bread Holly smokes! Fresh and tender and full of butter. I think I gained 2kg and I do not regret it! The waitress is adorable! ❤️

Got Amritsari Kulcha , Cholle Puri and Noodle burger with Sweet Lassi. Tasted so bad and bad experience, Only Noodle burger was amazing . Reviews dont prove the taste . They didnt had Paranthe for breakfast .

Ordered after a while from Punjabi canteen, food is usually delicious. The problem I feel is with the portion size, somehow malai chaap quantity is not worth $16.50. Too expensive I would say! Preparation is good but portion size with this price is expensive!

The best Indian food I have ever had in Ottawa hands down. The butter chicken is to die for and is ridiculously good. Very cozy inside and the service is always great. Definitely check this place out when you get the chance.

Butter chicken and garlic naan were fantastic. More than enough for two. Samosas came with a flavourful sauce with a nice slightly acidic tang that added texture to it. Will be coming back many times to try the other dishes. Were just too stuffed to order anything else.

Oh my goodness! THE BEST Indian food! We ate at Punjabi Canteen today for the first time and wish we had done so sooner. First, the ambience: modern, clean, with carefully placed ceramic plates and tiles that gives it an almost Mediterranean feel, except for the wonderful artwork on the board. Second, the food: oh my goodness! No pre-cooked food here! It was fresh, tasty and flavourful. A wonderful selection, too. Finally, the staff: friendly, accommodating, and attentive. Ampreet was lovely and especially kind to our Pumpkin. Highly recommend! We are very particular about the restaurants we frequent and, rest assured, we will be regulars at Punjabi Canteen!

I had the chef's special mix grill, samosa and garlic naan with rice. The food was incredible. Authentic Indian cuisine with amazing flavours and spice. I can't wait to have it again. I would definitely recommend it. We are lucky to have this great restaurant in Riverside South.