Queen Street West is one of Toronto’s most recognizable neighborhoods, a lively stretch known for independent shops, cafés, nightlife, arts, and an ever-changing food scene. When you’re exploring the area and craving something warm, flavourful, and satisfying, Indian food near Queen Street West gives you plenty to look forward to.

For diners searching for Indian curries, roti, biryani, vegetarian dishes, or Indo-Chinese Hakka food, Mother India Roti serves the Queen West community from 1422 Queen Street West, Toronto. The restaurant has been serving Toronto since 2001 and offers pickup and delivery seven days a week. Mother India Roti

Whether you're new to Indian cuisine or already know exactly what you're craving, this local guide will help you decide what Indian food to order near Queen Street West.

“On Queen Street West, great Indian food is about more than spice—it’s the comfort of warm roti, rich curries and familiar flavours coming together in every meal.”

Where Can You Find Indian Food Near Queen Street West?

If you're looking for Indian food on Queen Street West in Toronto, Mother India Roti's Queen West kitchen is located at:

Mother India Roti Restaurant
1422 Queen Street West
Toronto, ON M6K 1L9
Phone: 416-588-4634

The Queen Street West location is open seven days a week until 10 p.m. and offers both pickup and delivery. Mother India Roti

The menu goes beyond traditional curry. You'll find North and South Indian-inspired curries, roti, biryani, vegetarian and vegan dishes, Indo-Chinese Hakka food and Indian-Canadian fusion dishes. Mother India Roti

What Should You Order at an Indian Restaurant on Queen West?

If you're ordering Indian food for the first time—or simply can't decide—start with a combination of a curry, roti or rice, and an appetizer.

At Mother India Roti, some signature menu choices include Butter Chicken, Lamb Biryani, Chilli Chicken, Paneer Makhani and Butter Chicken Poutine. Mother India Roti

Here are some options depending on what you're craving.

1. Butter Chicken – A Comforting Classic
Few dishes are as closely associated with Indian restaurant dining in Canada as Butter Chicken.

Mother India Roti prepares it with boneless chicken breast in a creamy tomato-based makhani sauce. The rich sauce makes it particularly well suited to roti or rice. Mother India Roti
Order this if: You prefer creamy, rich and comforting flavours.

Pair it with: Plain Roti, Garlic Roti, rice or Peas Pulao.

2. Roti – Simple, Warm and Made for Curry
If you're searching specifically for roti near Queen Street West, pairing fresh Indian flatbread with your favourite curry is one of the simplest ways to build a satisfying meal.

Mother India Roti's Queen West menu includes both Plain Roti and Garlic Roti, alongside a large selection of chicken, lamb, seafood, vegetarian and vegan curries. Mother India Roti
Use pieces of roti to scoop up curry and sauce, or add an extra roti when sharing several dishes at the table.

3. Chicken Tikka – For Tandoori-Inspired Flavour

For something different from a creamy makhani sauce, try Chicken Tikka.

The Queen West menu describes it as tender chicken breast served with a special tandoori-flavoured sauce. Mother India Roti
It's a good option for diners who want a bold Indian main without automatically choosing Butter Chicken.

4. Lamb Curry – Rich and Hearty
Lamb works particularly well with deeply seasoned Indian sauces.

Mother India Roti offers several lamb preparations, including Lamb Curry, Lamb Korma, Lamb Tikka, Lamb Jalfrezi, Lamb Madras, Lamb Saag and Lamb Vindaloo.

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Choose Korma when you want something creamy, Madras for South Indian-inspired coconut and spice flavours, or Vindaloo when you're in the mood for something hotter and tangier.

5. Biryani—When You're Craving Rice
Sometimes curry and roti aren't what you're after.

That's where biryani comes in.
Mother India Roti serves aromatic basmati biryani with homemade spices and raita. Options at the Queen West location include Chicken, Lamb, Shrimp, paneer, and Vegetable Biryani.

Mother India Roti Biryani is particularly convenient when you want a substantial rice-based meal rather than ordering several separate dishes.

Looking for Vegetarian Indian Food Near Queen Street West?

Indian cuisine is particularly well suited to vegetarian dining because vegetables, legumes, paneer and spices can form the centre of the meal rather than simply appearing as side dishes.

Mother India Roti's vegetarian menu includes:
- Paneer Makhani
- Paneer Tikka Masala
- Saag Paneer
- Mutter Paneer
- Malai Kofta
- Saag Kofta
- Vegetable Korma
- Rajma Makhani

Paneer Makhani is a particularly approachable choice if you like rich sauces. It combines homemade cottage cheese with makhani sauce, while saag paneer combines paneer with puréed spinach and a creamy sauce. Mother India Roti
For groups with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian diners, ordering several curries with roti and rice can make it easy to create a shared meal.

Are There Vegan Indian Options on Queen West?

Yes. Indian food can also offer plenty of choices for plant-based diners.

The Queen Street West Mother India Roti menu has a dedicated vegan section featuring Potato Curry, Chana Curry, Aloo Gobi, Eggplant Potato Curry, Spinach Potato Curry, Rajma Curry, Mixed Vegetable Curry, and Vegetable Vindaloo.

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Chana Curry is a good starting point if you want something hearty. It combines chickpeas and potatoes in curry sauce.

For something more vegetable-forward, try Aloo Gobi, made with cauliflower and potatoes.

Customers with allergies or strict dietary requirements should still confirm ingredients and preparation practices with the restaurant before ordering.

Don't Skip the Indian Street-Food-Inspired Starters
If you're sharing food with friends, appetizers are an easy way to try more flavours without committing to several full courses.

The Queen West menu includes Veggie Samosas, Vegetable Pakora, Aloo Chaat, Samosa Chaat, Paneer Pakoras and Aloo Tikki, among other starters. Mother India Roti
A classic approach is to start with samosas or pakoras before moving on to curry, roti and rice.

Queen West Meets India: Try Butter Chicken Poutine
Toronto's food culture thrives on cuisines meeting and influencing each other, and Queen West is an appropriate place to try something less traditional.

Mother India Roti serves several Indian-inspired poutines, including Butter Chicken Poutine, Lamb Korma Poutine, Chicken Tikka Poutine, Paneer Makhani Poutine, Saag Paneer Poutine and Paneer Tikka Poutine. Mother India Roti

The Butter Chicken version combines fries with boneless chicken in makhani sauce and cheese—a distinctly Toronto-friendly meeting of Indian flavours and a Canadian comfort-food favourite.

Craving Hakka Food? There's More Than Curry

Another important part of Toronto's food landscape is Indo-Chinese Hakka cuisine.
These dishes bring together Indian and Chinese culinary influences with flavours such as garlic, ginger, chilli and soy.

At Mother India Roti's Queen West location, choices include Chilli Chicken, Chicken 65, Schezwan Chicken, Veg Manchurian, Chilli Cauliflower, Honey Garlic Cauliflower and Schezwan Cauliflower.

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You can also find Hakka noodles and fried rice, with chicken, shrimp, vegetable, and egg variations available.

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What Should You Order Based on Your Craving?

If you want creamy and comforting, try Butter Chicken or Paneer Makhani.
If you want something spicy, explore Vindaloo, Chilli Chicken or Schezwan dishes.

If you want vegetarian food, consider Paneer Tikka Masala, Saag Paneer or Malai Kofta.

If you want vegan food, Chana Curry, Aloo Gobi or Rajma Curry are good places to start.

If you want rice, choose Chicken, Lamb, Paneer or Vegetable Biryani.
And if you want something that feels especially at home in Toronto, try Butter Chicken Poutine.

Pickup or Indian Food Delivery Near Queen Street West
Not every Indian-food craving involves sitting down at a restaurant.

Mother India Roti's Queen Street West kitchen offers pickup and delivery, making it possible to order curries, roti, biryani, Hakka dishes and other menu items for home, work or a night in. The location currently operates seven days a week until 10 p.m.

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Because hours, prices and availability can change, check the live Queen West menu before placing your order.
View the Queen Street West Menu.

Indian Food on Queen Street West: Something for Every Craving
Queen Street West is built around variety, and your Indian-food order can be just as diverse.

You might want the familiarity of butter chicken and roti, the aroma of lamb biryani, a comforting paneer makhani, plant-based chana curry, fiery chilli chicken, or even an Indian-Canadian butter chicken poutine.

Mother India Roti has been serving Toronto since 2001 and describes its food as made with home-blend spices and without preservatives. Its flagship Queen Street West kitchen brings curries, rotis, biryanis, vegetarian and vegan food, and Hakka flavours together under one menu. Mother India Roti

When your next search is “Indian food near Queen Street West, Toronto,” you already know what to order.

Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get Indian food on Queen Street West in Toronto?

Mother India Roti has a location at 1422 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON M6K 1L9, serving Indian curries, roti, biryani, vegetarian and vegan food, Hakka dishes, and more. Mother India Roti

What Indian food should I order for the first time?

Butter chicken with roti or rice is an approachable starting point. Vegetarian diners can try Paneer Makhani, while biryani is a good option for anyone who prefers a rice-based meal.

Can I get vegetarian Indian food near Queen Street West?

Yes. Mother India Roti's Queen West menu includes Paneer Makhani, Paneer Tikka Masala, Saag Paneer, Malai Kofta, Vegetable Korma, and several other vegetarian dishes. Mother India Roti

Are vegan Indian dishes available?

Yes. Vegan choices include Chana Curry, Aloo Gobi, Rajma Curry, Potato Curry, Mixed Vegetable Curry, and Vegetable Vindaloo, among others. Mother India Roti

Does Mother India Roti Queen West offer delivery?

Yes. The Queen Street West location offers both pickup and delivery and is currently listed as open seven days a week until 10 p.m. Mother India Roti
Does Mother India Roti serve Hakka food?

Yes. Its Queen West menu includes Indo-Chinese dishes such as Chilli Chicken, Chicken 65, Veg Manchurian, Chilli Cauliflower, Hakka noodles, and fried rice.