Thanjai:

Where Indians Eat

Sunday, April 21, 2013 514eats

RESTAURANT INDIAN C.D.N. CASUAL <$20

The Pitch

After a few disappointments with our recent Indian outings, we decided to reach out to our fans for their favorite spots to sample the subcontinent's cuisine. Among the suggestions was Thanjai, a South Indian restaurant in Côtes-des-Neiges with a very unusual menu. You won't find any Tikka, Tandouri or other Northern and Anglo-Indian regulars here…

The Food

Starter

$2.99

Rasam

"homemade South Indian spicy soup with tamarind & tomato juice flavoured with pepper & spices"

Potato Bonda thumbnail (click to enlarge)

Starter

$2.50

Potato Bonda

"two fried potato ball fritters served with coconut chutney"

Sambar Vada thumbnail (click to enlarge)

Starter

$3.99

Sambar Vada

"two Medhu Vadas dipped in Sambar, garnished with chopped onions"

Lassi (Salt) thumbnail (click to enlarge)

Drink

$2.99

Lassi (Salt)

Chicken Masala Dosa thumbnail (click to enlarge)

Main

$8.99

Chicken Masala Dosa

"served with two chutneys & Sambar"

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Main

$10.99

Shrimp Biryani

"cooked with aromatic basmati rice, shrimp & indian spices, served with onion yoghurt Raitha, gravy & boiled egg"

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Main

$12.98

Butter Chicken & Plain Rice

The Verdict

There are two things we liked about Thanjai: First, its prices ($25 per person tax and tip in? wow). Second, the fact that the dining room was, with the exception of our table, filled with Indian families. You know you're in good hands when the local community frequents a place for a Sunday dinner. We will certainly be back for a closer look.

tagged: DESERVES A RETRY

Price per person: $14.15