Govinda's in Ottawa

212 Somerset St. E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6V4, Canada

★★★★★
(281 reviews)
Categories: Vegan restaurant Book store Spiritist center Tourist attraction Vegetarian restaurant Yoga retreat center

About

Long-time restaurant offering all-you-can-eat vegetarian & vegan dishes.

Website
govindasottawa.ca
Address
212 Somerset St. E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6V4, Canada
Plus Code
C8FC+2F Vanier, Ottawa, ON, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
12–7 PM
Tuesday
12–7 PM
Wednesday
12–7 PM
Thursday
12–7 PM
Friday
12–7 PM
Saturday
12–7 PM
Sunday
Closed

Services

Service options
Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Healthy options Organic dishes Vegan options Vegetarian options
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Dessert Seating
Amenities
Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Children
High chairs

Photos

Reviews

4.9
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281 reviews

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★★★★★
November 20, 2024

As a vegetarian, I knew about this place but for some reason kept forgetting about it.  I finally remembered the other day and so headed there for lunch.  Very cozy, quiet, zen place inside - although I did takeout as opposed to eating there due to work.  I took the 4 choices option and that day it was dahl, chana masala, saag paneer, and a slightly spicy carrots and peas dish, served with white rice.  The portions were pretty huge, especially given the low price; I had to take some back home that evening.  It was really good!  My favourites were the dahl and the carrots/peas dish.  Definitely would recommend to anyone.  I hear that the menu changes regularly, so I'll be sure to drop by again to try out their other dishes.

★★★★★
October 25, 2024

Absolutely amazing staff and incredible food. The atmosphere was very welcoming and everyone was very open and explained everything to me. They also gave me free food!

★★★★★
October 24, 2024

Lovely food and atmosphere. They gave out free food for ‘Feed the World Week’ and it was amazing. Especially the cake 💖

★★★★★
August 20, 2024

I love the food here. The place is clean. The food tastes homemade and healthy. However, the quantity of food they put in takeout boxes is inconsistent. Depending on who's serving, sometimes the quantity is generous and, at other times, not enough. The last time I got takeout, I was given barely enough rice for one person. I hope that they provide instructions to their staff on how to serve for takeout.

★★★★★
March 7, 2023

Pure vegetarian restaurant. Minimal preparation but outstanding food, quality wise. You can take more if you want but try not to waste it. It is satwik and I loved interacting with the devotees as I loved the food there. I am visiting this restaurant time to time and would definitely recommend.

★★★★★
February 11, 2023

Govinda's is a little slice on all that is incredible about India. Delicious food, welcoming and generous hosts, and a cosy and vibrant atmosphere. Thank you to the kind owner for making our visit, on our 13th anniversary, extra special! We highly recommend going.

★★★★★
September 18, 2022

Blissful place. Our first Govindas in North America. We've been to one in Mumbai. Great food. One can go with different options of Thali (plate) depending upon how much one wants to eat and are priced accordingly. The volunteers are great to speak to and they're very helpful. There's street parking around if you have a vehicle. Definitely coming back next time we're in Ottawa.

★★★★★
February 9, 2022

Delicious vegan food😋 and really friendly staff. Will definitely be going back! I've been going regularly for quite a few months now and the food is always delicious!! Amazing price too.

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Delicious meal, welcoming hosts and excellent service! Very calm environment. Thank you!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Religious place and has a temple inside. Reasonably priced vegetarian food

★★★★★
November 23, 2024

Im not a vegetarian but that meal was so full of flavor like a neighbor made it for me with love

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 23, 2024

Lovely. Great owners! You can feel that their heart and soul has been poured into this place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 23, 2024

Food is delicious and very low price. The staff and owners are very friendly, and the atmosphere is very cozy.

★★★★★
October 23, 2024

First time dining here and I loved the food! Exactly what I needed after being away from home. Amazing hospitality. Will definitely be coming often for Navaratri.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

A peaceful place that s always welcoming to young folks and people from all walks of life. Healthy and affordable food made and served with care. Been going to Govinda s since the 1990s.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 23, 2024

Homemade food with religious ambiance.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 23, 2024

Delicious, enough choice for all tastes, and super friendly service in a serene atmosphere. THANKS!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 23, 2024

Very nice place! The food is delicious!

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Great, fresh and friendly food and staff. So convenient and inexpensive. Love it!

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

I ve been going to Govindas for nearly 30 years. The food is always fresh made and feels so wholesome. The staff are super friendly and the atmosphere is nice. I highly recommend giving it a try. Vegetarian options: All vegetarian or vegan. Dietary restrictions: Vegan and vegetarian

★★★★★
June 23, 2024

Love this place! Cheapest and healthiest vegetarian food. They also have a student discount.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 23, 2024

Excellent food quality. Very large portions. Vegetarian options: Everything is vegetarian. Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 23, 2024

I would give this place 6 stars out of 5 if I could! What I love about it is the food is very home cooked and not dripping in oil as sometimes Indian food can be. Super value, and the customer service was outstanding too!

★★★★★
May 23, 2024

The chef is wonderful, and the food is even better!

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Tastiest vegan food in the city :)

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

great food!!

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Vegetarian options: Great place with krishnas food. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Good food, nice people, cozy atmosphere, verry reasonable price. Went years ago and recently got takeout, delicious. Vegetarian options: Everything is vegetarian. Dietary restrictions: Lots that is gluten free and the staff are typically knowledgeable about the food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 23, 2024

Delicious food.

★★★★★
April 23, 2024

Phenomenal food and great atmosphere

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Very great place and very authentic! Loved it!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 23, 2024

Best place in Ottawa. Perfect vegetarian food with peaceful atmosphere of temple.

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Food here was very tasty and comforting, people were very welcoming. A divine feeling to mind and body(clean food and Nutritious). Will definitely visit this place next time we visit Ottawa. Vegetarian options: Pure vegetarian place

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Always amazing home cooked food with so much love and affection!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

I work at the University of Ottawa and this restaurant is close by, offering delicious food at extremely affordable prices. The restaurant itself is clean and brightly lit by the big windows. It is not fancy but the food is delicious and service is friendly and prompt. With many vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options, you can eat a huge lunch for only 10$, 12$ or 14$. There are student specials that make the food even more affordable. Last time I was there I had carrot and spinach curry, cabbage and potatoes, and dahl with rice and salad. Highly recommend!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Wholesome, lovefull vegetarian food for the soul!

★★★★★
March 23, 2024

Lucky to be here. The food is divine. It s definitely food for the soul. Temple is like a blessing in the west. Hare Krishna Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Very delicious, and very kind staff. Have been multiple times and always have an amazing meal. Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

It was an amazing place, where we met new people but they were very close and the conversation went well with them and it was very knowledgeable, it feels homely there Vegetarian options: you get vegetarian, vegan and also without garlic and onion

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 23, 2024

Incredible vegetarian and vegan food. Great portions for the price. Very peaceful and calm environment nestled in Ottawas only Krishna temple. The food is already made and placed out in heating bins which you select your options and is graciously served out to you. There is commonly good dessert options as well. The food is made with love and offered to the lord prior to serving. Very high quality of food. Would recommend to any vegetarian, vegan or even just spiritual person.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

A devine place for spiritual, emotional and mental peace.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 23, 2024

Holy and devine place!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Beautiful place of worship. Very nice people working there. The food is AMAZING! Tastes very home like . Definitely going back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Very calm

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Found this hidden Gem. Best Indian Vegetarian food. Remind me of my mom food. A truly special place, the food is prepared and served with love. You feel nourished inwardly and outwardly when you leave. It is rare to feel so good after eating that much food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The atmosphere of the temple is very positive. We had a great experience. Mandala is very welcoming.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

My favorite place

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The best!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Divinely. I am in a big family of saints. Thank you.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Very peacful Lovely people in Jai shri krishan Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Went there for lunch, hadnt had my breakfast that day. They have some of the tastiest vegetarian food. I got a special student discount as well on my thali and free cake at the end of the meal.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Hare Krishna prasadam this place and food both are amazing

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

One of the best vegetarian indian food, very peaceful and amazing service Vegetarian options: Gujarati Dal, Aloo Gobi, Rajma, Rice, Kofta, Banana Bread

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

5/5 would recommand! Vegeterian Restaurant with affordable and delicious meal. Food: Amazing Vegeterian option! plus its take-what-you-eat portion size, so you will always be full when you walk out. Atmosphere: the restaurant is the other half of the temple, and the overall place is very neat. Service: would not consider it a factor here but its great! 6/5 Time: come up to the front and ask for food, simple as that.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Im not vegetarian but i would definitely be back. Really good food

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Amazing food, calm and welcoming atmosphere, and a very affordable price!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Food was amazing! Very nice atmosphere and very nice people overall. It was a real pleasure to dine there.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Very kind staff, very good food. The pickled vegetable curry was some of the best weve had and I loved the buckwheat. Its nice to find a new vegan restaurant in town!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Hare Krishna!

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

The most holistic food one will ever find in Ottawa! Guilt free food, the food for Soul ! Ultimate care by the staff! Must visit Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Super yummy food most recommended .. must visit . their pasta n cakes are super yummy

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Literally just the best place in Ottawa. So peaceful and full of love

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Great place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

The food was absolutely delicious, wholesome and given in large portions. All items on the menu the day I visited were vegan. They serve lacto vegetarian and vegan food only. Will visit again for sure. The ISKCON temple is adjacent to the restaurant and separately by curtains. Good vibes, friendly people. Students get a discount, and you would get a balanced nutritious meal in a large quantity. If I were a student I would eat here often Vegetarian options: Lacto vegetarian (no eggs, yes dairy) as per Hindu tradition, also known as pure vegetarian Dietary restrictions: Vegan

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Food , service, taste everything 1 Number. Dont waste your time to think where to go if you are in Ottawa. Specially and strongly recommended for home made fresh food. ( No extra masala , simple and satwik bhojan ) I am very impressed with food , service and their gestures. Thanks Govindas

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Nice and peaceful

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

A unique feature of this place- Cooking with consciousness.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Truly Divine Experience Vegetarian options: The food is strictly vegetarian and also without onion and Garlic. The best part is the food which you are having is offered to Lord Krishna as a prasad before it served to us.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Delicious and nutritious vegetarian food, with generous portions. Excellent service from the people who serve, kind and gentle, all very clean. I loved this place! In the end they gave me a discount for being a student

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Felt like home cooked food

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

I located a vegetarian restaurant on google maps few years ago, so I was thrilled. I was a student at the time and I ate a simple large quantity of food while paying the price of mere $5. It was $6 for non-students. They had a daal, one or two vegetables, salad and sweet too. If I had lived close by it would have been perfect for me to eat there daily. Due to inflation their prices have risen to $12 now I think but they have upgraded their menu too. I love eating there because the food is prepared by simple devotees who chant the name of God whole day. How lucky I am to eat this kind of food! It is invaluable. The food does not contain onions or garlic and is mild. Parking is tricky, but I have been lucky all the times. Once we enter, we remove our outer wear and hang coats etc., remove our shoes while we can keep the socks on. Some people do not like that it is mandatory to remove shoes. The reason for asking to remove shoes is that Krishna Temple is attached to the restaurant. Whenever temples are built their floors are designed to conduct the cosmic energy and positive vibes of the temples through the feet. Temples are a place where cosmic energies meet. Every person who enters the temple becomes the conductor of that energy. Just like electricity is connected to the earth similarly human bodies need to earth the cosmic currents. Even science suggests that morning walks (which I used to do in my childhood) bare feet on dew on grass very early morning is very good for eyes. Having said that, it is also important to keep our shoes on while visiting graveyards and places where negative energy might be present. Bare feet definitely ensure we do not bring any dirt inside as devotees afterwards remove chairs etc. and prostrate on the floor. The same space is used as temple seating. I also go to Govindas for buying bindis and other pooja items. They carry beautiful Indian wear too at very economical prices. I definitely recommend you to visit Govindas Restaurant to enjoy a good Indian vegetarian meal prepared with love and devotion.

★★★★★
December 23, 2023

Amazing food, and even better people. They are doing a solid for the local community by providing healthy affordable meals. Keep it up!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Decent vegetarian food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

A lovely place of worship and the free food service is very nicely managed! They have hygienic healthy meals for anyone and everyone and you can donate whatever you can to support and appreciate them! There intention and purpose to serve the society is commendable. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2023

Amazing Food, Amazing Kirtan

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Amazing food and staff!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Fantastic vegetarian food, highly recommended.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

To appreciate the taste, ambience and aura, you gotta try it once.!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Healthy and full of quality vegan food. Great value for money and the staff is super friendly too!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Food and the staff were excellent. A great choice for Vegans, Vegetarians or anyone who likes good food. The food tasted like home cooked food. The staff are super friendly. Highly recommend this place.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Hare krishna Excellent food!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Oh My GOD !!! They fed and fed me, that just having rice, curry, pakora, vegan meat balls was so much, it was lot of quantity, for such small price, that I didnt even get a chance to have Dal and dessert, had to pack it for home..and very friendly staff, who cooked all food and explains about the place and food. Definitely going back.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

I have been here recently and feel truly grateful for the blessings my family has received through kindness and excellent food.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Very friendly people and nice and genuine food.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Amazing food at a great price served by the kindest, most generous people youll meet.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Lovely place with incredible meals.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

I absolutely love the vegetarian food here! So many tasty options and it s affordable. The food is always made with love and is very nourishing and flavourful.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Amazing experience! Would love to visit again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Tasty, affordable vegetarian and vegan food near UOttawa! The portions are huge (tbh one order is enough for 2 people or 1 very, very hungry person), super authentic and satisfying! There isnt much seating for dine-in but its definitely great for takeout.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Best vegan and vegetarian prasadam Hare Krishna!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Small and welcoming atmosphere, incredible vegan food, fantastic service, food is prepared with love. Modestly priced.Too close to my apartment.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Great tasting food and incredibly nice service! Thanks!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Perfect combination of good food and great service. Definitely recommend it!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

PERFECT FOOD Temple is amazing too. Recommend it to all Hindus, all vegeterians , or everyone that likes good food! Hare Krishna

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Excellent grub. No animals hurt!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Wonderful, delicious sattvic experience. Shining faces, kind service and aroma of fresh and pure food. Highly recommend. Love that you respectfully remove shoes at doorway to enter sacred space for Food for the Soul. NAMASTE

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

First class. Hare Krishna

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

The portions are soo filling its like two meals in one for the price your paying. So good and beyond worth the trip here everytime!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

I really like the people and the food. This is my first time going and Im really happy I tried this place out. The food is good and affordable!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Food was really tasty. It was served with love and blessings. Must visit !!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

What a lovely place! It s definitely a hidden gem. We will try to come back next time we visit Ottawa.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Very tasty and pure vegetarian food. Full of Indian flavours. Better than the Indian food in some of the restaurants

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Best food ever! Price are affordable, quantity is amazingly a lot and the flavour is heaven!!!

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Very delicious and great place for vegetarians.

★★★★
December 23, 2022

Unassuming eatery (and Hari Krishna temple) occupying an unassuming home. We popped in here last week after conducting a quick Google location search for vegetarian restaurants. Mid afternoon on a Saturday and only one other table was in use. Its hard to beat the rice and 2 sides lunch for $10. People were friendly, the food was incredibly yummy and the portions were just right. I would have given it 5 stars but A: I like my food a bit spicier. B: apart from the hot rice, the paneer side dish and others were lukewarm. C: We were not aware that in deference to the faith, we would be required to remove our shoes. I was in sandals and had I known, I would have brought some socks .

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Had very good experience there. Best place to eat pure vegetarian (without onion and garlic) food with very affordable rates. Just one suggestion to this place is it would be better if they serve the hot food.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Great food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Really quiet place and very good ambience. Food was really tasty, its a very nice place to visit and spend time.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Excellent place, small but calm and customer friendly.The food is very good.Hope I will visit this place again to join Bhajan

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

A truly special place, the food is prepared and served with love. You feel nourished inwardly and outwardly when you leave. It is rare to feel so good after eating that much food! Sattvic prasad.

★★★★
December 23, 2022

Very good food but the pasta salad is so much better without the tofu

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Delicious vegetarian food. Would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Wonderful food made in a hygienic, sustainable & friendly environment

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2022

Really friendly bhakti place. Went there the first day I felt well again and the food was delicious and plentiful, the atmosphere loving and helpful like all of bhakti. Very grateful to have a vegan place to go to, hang out and eat good food when I am well.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Awesome place. Awesome food.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

Absolutely delicious Indian food, the best Ive found in Ottawa! Great flavours and so affordable.

★★★★★
December 23, 2022

We are lucky to have Govinda s in Ottawa. Great food and great people. Healthy, affordable and delicious

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Total satisfaction - my well nourished reptilian brain now feels like everything will be okay! Govindas has slightly changed the menu (Covid) for takeout Fridays and Saturdays 12-7 pm. The sweet potato curry, bean and avocado salad, and as always, the dhal are totally excellent. And I have cake to look forward to. ..

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Great food, solid portions, sweet bread with even sweeter people.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Tasty vegetarian food. Blessed good. Amen

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Excellent satvik food (prasad) It is a hidden gem near university campus. Very pleasant atmosphere

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Vegetarian

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Healthy and quality food served here.The food is cooked here with lot of love and care. Decent pricing, fresh, high on quality. If youre vegan, vegetarian or just wanna try healthy food, do try Govindas food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Super tasty vegan meals made with love! There is a Krishna temple here as well and the overall atmosphere is very peaceful. They offer discount to students and are super friendly!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

I just love this vegetarian place. The people are so friendly and the food is healthy, tasty, and their cook (or chef?) Mandala makes it conscientiously and even serves it out himself. They have a new menu and are changing it monthly. What fun, that means new revolving flavours yay! Today I had the takeout container. It was a lot and I couldn t finish it all so I saved half for supper. It had some interesting veggie Kafka balls in a light coconut sauce. Their mango blueberry cake was sooooo good!!! I would have bought the whole cake if I could hahaha. I also really liked the basil pasta and bean salad. They also sell their vegetarian cookbook if you want to try their recipes. If you are vegetarian or even if you are not, but like to eat healthy, give them a try!

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

We had a nice fulfilling lunch and were amazed by Mandalas cooking, hospitality, calm nature and devotion! Our favorite place in Ottawa for sure!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Amazing food

★★★★★
December 23, 2021

Unbelievable food. We knew it the moment we entered, wiff of bliss, smelled aromatic. Food was excellent, delicious, homely and of the highest quality. Loved it

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Tried this restaurant for the first time today. The food was amazing and the desert was... Wow! Totally added to my list of repeat places?

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Best vegan food restaurant in town. Conveniently located near uOttawa and a short walk from Rideau center. Most of the ingredients are from local organic farm, food is prepared fresh and is delicious. Friendly service by Mandala and team. Thank you.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

Delicious vegetarian food, super nice people, and easy on the wallet. Note: this is not a restaurant where you can order a wide variety of dishes. Due to the pandemic, there is a limited menu and very limited hours of operation (Fridays and Saturdays, 12:00-19:00). As well, the proceeds support a religious charity. But dont let that deter you from dropping by and grabbing some delicious food. As well, the people at Govindas seem very compassionate and very much at peace.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

A special place we like to call home. Food is alwaya amazing. Fresh and flavourful!! Strongly recommend

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2021

The best vegetarian food for sure.

★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2020

I really dont understand the high ratings this place gets. Yes, its inexpensive, but thats about it. The selection is really slim, and the quality is, shall we say, barely passable. I am not in a hurry to return any time soon. If I want vegan/veggie food, Id rather cook it myself or bite the bullet and go to Greendoor. This place just doesnt do it for me.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2019

Simple, cheap fare. Super welcoming and warm !

★★★★★
December 23, 2019

Best food and service Small not that fancy but if u want warmth and satisfy your heart then best place

★★★★★
December 23, 2019

Simple buffet. Have visited for years and bring guests.

★★★★★
December 23, 2019

Indian home food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2019

Great and cozy vibe

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2019

Very nice, good food :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2019

An affordable all you can eat Indian vegan food - best for students as they pay less. Non-students need to pay a little extra. It is a non-profit. You have less selection (includes a dessert) compared to buffets in Indian restaurants in Ottawa but I give it high rating because each dish is made with love, hygienic and simple. Whereas other Indian restaurant buffets have more than half of the dishes that doesn t taste good. The restaurant is open during school days I guess (closed during summer - but please double check). It is a cozy little place. Small Krishna temple (ISKON) is connected to it - so need to remove shoes. The woman is very welcoming and explains the ingredients in the dishes. A very peaceful place for any kind of person to get filling good food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2019

Delicious

Local Guide
December 23, 2019

Absolutely not worth the $9 each. The Rice was mushy and disgusting. The veggie stews were all overcooked and bland. At Govindas you get way less than you pay for. Oh but the banana bread is not bad!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2018

Great place!! Blessed food which will bring you health and calm your mind.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2018

Great vegan food, very reasonable and prepared with care.

★★★★★
December 23, 2018

Great food, great price, and great staff! I would recommend to any vegans or vegetarians looking for a tasty homemade meal!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2018

Great food, great people

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2018

Delicious vegan food, all-you-can-eat at a very low cost. Perfect spot for students to go, and still great for anyone else.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2018

Excellent food !

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2018

Yummy affordable vegan food but there are a few drawbacks. The menu is fixed so there arent many options to choose from and the place is a bit cramped.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2018

Amazing

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2018

Beautiful home made simple Indian food made with love. amazing :)

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2018

Good people! Good FOOD!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2018

Amazing & fresh vegan home made food! Must try! Jai Shri Krishna!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2018

Karma-free eating.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2018

Best place in Ottawa. Great atmosphere, great food. Prices cant be beat.

★★★★★
December 23, 2018

Great little place. Its very quaint and cozy here as its a small restaurant. The food more than makes up for it though. I brought my wife here for Feed The World Week where they celebrated by offering people delicious plant based ethical meals free so that people could experience amazing food and realise that you dont need meat or animal products to have amazing, healthy, delicious and filling food. I will definitely be going back again to try the regular menu and highly suggest people try Govindas!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2018

Super good food, very affordable for students! Ill definitely be back.

★★★★★
December 23, 2018

Really great place for a healthy meal

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2018

These are honestly the nicest people on earth, the food is really wholesome and delicious, and you seriously cant beat the price. Whats not to love about it? Its even vegan-friendly for your veggie friends. :)

★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2018

Great for vegans

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 23, 2018

Lovely atmosphere... hidden gem