Mirchi - Full Menu

My husband and I live in the Beltline neighbourhood and have been frequenting Mirchi restaurant for takeout for 6+ years. In the past always, it's always been o... read more My husband and I live in the Beltline neighbourhood and have been frequenting Mirchi restaurant for takeout for 6+ years. In the past always, it's always been one of our favourites, with delicious butter chicken, vegetarian pakoras, daal topped with fresh cut ginger and more. But recently (in the past year or so) it's really gone downhill. I can't say for sure, but I think the restaurant has changed ownership. The food we got last night was subpar at best -- luke warm, many of the dishes watery like thin soup, portions downsized and little details skimped on, like the mixed green salad they give you on the side (instead of colourful mixed greens and cucumbers, it's made now with iceberg lettuce and green peppers....)I'm really disappointed to be writing this review of what has always been one of my favourite inner city take out places. But alas, it's just not the same. I won't be eating there again.

I really like this place. True the decor is non-existent, there is no trace of pretentiousness at all. Its as though they simply exist to cook a good Indian mea... read more I really like this place. True the decor is non-existent, there is no trace of pretentiousness at all. Its as though they simply exist to cook a good Indian meal at good price. I'm fond of getting the lunchbox for a little more then $10 bucks I think and it always fills me up good and tastes great. Honestly they have one of my favorite butter chickens in the city. Service is pleasant in that they do take your order and supply you with what you asked for and need, but I don't think anyone can say they are overly friendly. Great for take out get in - order - get out. All around good value for the money.