Swades Indian Cuisine
If you’re craving authentic Indian flavors with a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Swades Indian Cuisine is the place to be. Located at 208 Queens Quay West, Harbourfront Centre, Toronto, this restaurant brings the best of India’s culinary heritage to the heart of Canada.
When you step into Swades Indian Cuisine, you’ll immediately feel at home, whether you’re dining solo, with family, or in a group. The vibe is just right—moderate noise that creates a lively yet comfortable environment, perfect for a good meal with friends or loved ones. Plus, if you’re visiting during those beautiful Toronto days, they offer outdoor seating, letting you enjoy the meal with a view of the vibrant Harbourfront. It’s also a great spot for kids, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings.
Now, let’s talk about the food. Swades serves up some of the best Indian dishes you can find in Toronto, and they’ve earned a reputation for their bold, flavorful offerings. Butter Chicken, with its rich and creamy tomato sauce, is a must-try. If you're in the mood for something with a bit more spice, their Lamb Curry is perfectly seasoned, tender, and absolutely satisfying. For a lighter appetizer, try the Onion Bhaji—crispy, savory fritters that are perfect for sharing. Vegetarians will love the Aloo Gobi, a hearty dish made with spiced potatoes and cauliflower, full of flavor.
Whether you're a seasoned fan of Indian cuisine or new to the flavors, Swades has something for everyone. With its generous portions and authentic recipes, this restaurant ensures you get a true taste of India without leaving Toronto. So, why not gather your friends or family and head over to Swades Indian Cuisine for your next great meal?
Reviews
I've only ever ordered the Lamb Rogan Josh but it's never let me down & so it's my go-to! Great portion and flavor.
Stopped by this spot, never checked any reviews and what a great surprise! We ordered butter chicken and shrimp vindaloo and both were very good. Now I must preface with the fact I am not an Indian food expert but I've been to a fair share of Indian restaurants in all GTA areas. This place is nothing to look at but for take out, it was great and I'd definitely have it again. It is spicy and the guy asked me three times if I was okay with it. Thank goodness I survived to tell you about it but for those who think spicy fried chicken at Popeyes is spicy, the vindaloo may not be for you.
Let's be honest - as a restaurant, Swades is not much to look at. Located on the ground level of a downtown concrete building, it contains a few plastic tables and chairs, a cooler with drinks, and not much else. Oh, except some pretty killer Indian food. Let that be a lesson to those who choose their dinner based on appearances. My airbnb was literally steps from Swades, so hungry and travel-weary, I stumbled in for take-out. Best. Decision. Ever. The naan was flavorful and fluffy, and the saag paneer pretty much blew my socks off. The sauce was perfectly crafted, the spinach was fresh, and the paneer was squeaky, as good paneer should be. An additional perk, for being located pretty much on the harbor in downtown Toronto, the prices are quite reasonable. Get you some Swades.
I very rarely order blindly, without using my trusty Yelp app, but on this rare occasion, I'm glad I did just that. You see, the dine-in reviews here aren't so great, but the delivery feast my family enjoyed was fabulous. We enjoyed samosas, mutter paneer, lamb vindaloo, butter chicken, garlic naan and rice. This is one of my most prized feasts in life, and Swades did not disappoint. Rich flavours, large portions and balanced spice. Vindaloo can be a lot for a girl from Nova Scotia, but they bring the sour heat without needing a gallon of milk.
Great food, I asked for a few specifications in my order and they came through. Takes some time to ready to order with in person pick-up hi true food is fresh so that makes sense. Modestly priced for its location. Definitely worth the wait!