Raftaar Indian Kitchen + Bar in Toronto

681 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4J 1L2, Canada

★★★★★
(317 reviews)
Categories: Modern Indian restaurant

About

Unveiling the Fusion of Indian Culinary & Artisanal Mixology at Raftaar

Website
raftaarkitchen.ca
Address
681 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4J 1L2, Canada
Plus Code
MMH4+H9 Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Sunday
12 PM–12 AM
Monday
4 PM–12 AM
Tuesday
4 PM–12 AM
Wednesday
4 PM–12 AM
Thursday
4 PM–12 AM
Friday
12 PM–2 AM
Saturday
12 PM–2 AM

Services

Service options
Kerbside pickup No-contact delivery Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Halal food Happy-hour food Small plates Spirits Wine
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Dessert
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Paid street parking Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.7
★★★★★
317 reviews

Most Mentioned

cocktails (24) server (11) presentation (9) peri peri chicken (8) appetizer (6) threaded paneer (6) paneer sticks (6) tandoori momos (6) DJ (5) garlic naan (5)
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★★★★★
December 14, 2024

This place came recommended by a friend. I had ordered takeout. Chettinad chicken masala was tasty(asked the person to make it actual spice level). Paired with pickled onion, raita and garlic naan. Altogether it was great. The place looks really stylish and the bar was well stocked. Another time, planning to do dine in

★★★★
November 22, 2024

We had an amazing time at Raftar during our visit. Good ambience, great music. Loved the food and the presentation was also very nice. Lama was our server and she was really very courteous. Appetizers and cocktails were great, however we felt the main course, curry especially, could have been a little better.

★★★★★
November 20, 2024

One of the best Indian restaurant I came across in Toronto. The food is always fresh and delicious, proper Indian flavours and spices. The atmosphere is really welcoming and engaging and the staff is really friendly and professional and the prices are really reasonable. Amazing place to hangout with friends or family!!!

★★★★★
November 20, 2024

Amazing quantity Amazing staff My always to go place, they regarded my loyalty by some benefits as well. I believe that this is by far the best indian food in downtown and I love the music and the aesthetic settings in this restaurant. 10/10 service from staff Best place to go with larger number of people

★★★★★
October 25, 2024

We had an amazing experience here tonight! The food and drinks were outstanding. We ordered the tandoori wings, fish coconut curry with rice, and a couple of fantastic cocktails. Our server, Dikshant, was so helpful and attentive. Truly amazing food, drinks, atmosphere, and impeccable service! We will be back!

★★★★★
October 13, 2024

Highly recommend! With so many Indian restaurants to choose from, I’m glad we picked Raftaar. The food is exceptional, with a variety of unique and delicious dishes. The atmosphere is vibrant with a great DJ, and the drinks are awesome. They also offer plenty of vegetarian options, which is a huge plus! We had Chilli potato, Threaded Paneer stick, Tandoori Soya Chaap, Gully Burger. Must try!

★★★★★
July 13, 2024

We loved our experience here. The bartender and our waiter, Dikshant, was very knowledgeable and the music and food was just divine! Would highly recommend and can't wait to come back.

★★★★★
June 12, 2024

love the ambiance and food. the service is top notch. the presentation is on point. had a great time here celebrating my birthday. loved the music as well. will definitely visit again❤️❤️

★★★
December 15, 2024

Atmosphere = A + Service: A + Taste: A $ = C (quantity served do not justify price)

★★★★★
December 15, 2024

Exceptional service provided by our server, Guneet. She was incredibly welcoming, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. Her recommendations were spot-on, and her warm hospitality made our meal even more enjoyable. It s rare to find someone who genuinely takes the time to ensure guests have the best experience. Thank you, Guneet, for making our visit so memorable! We ll definitely be coming back.

★★★★★
December 15, 2024

Food was delicious and Lama is an amazing server who was well versed with the menu, would love to come back. Already planning to visit again soon with friends!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 15, 2024

Delicious - super flavourful modern Indian

★★★★★
December 15, 2024

One of the best indian restaurant. Moreover, the vibe is too good and a must place to visit with ur friends and the food is too good

★★★★★
December 15, 2024

It was great experience. Vegetarian options: Alot of vegerarian options Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 15, 2024

A must visit for anyone looking for Authentic Indian food. Special thanks to Lama for the wonderful service.

Local Guide
December 8, 2024

Scam alert !!!!! Thank you for ruining my birthday . lol they misrepresented their event on event bright and we bought tickets. Went there and nothing was there fake pictures on social media. we ended up paying for nothing

★★★★★
December 8, 2024

The restaurant is amazing, good food. Good service and also good music, Guneet is an amazing server.

★★★★★
December 8, 2024

Great place, Dikshant was really good!

★★★★★
December 8, 2024

Ishant was so friendly and a great recommendation for the food. Do try tandoori veg momos

★★★★★
December 8, 2024

Loved the food and service!

★★★★★
December 8, 2024

One of my best Indian restaurant

★★★★★
December 8, 2024

Worrrth it ... Love this place... Amazing service and food was awesome. Highly recommended Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 8, 2024

Amazing interior, food, staff!! So kind!! Definitely coming again and again for such good vibes!

★★★★★
December 8, 2024

Great spot for great food and great music!! Really glad that finally toronto has a good indian place to hang out with good food and music !!

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

Love their food!!! Very nice and helpful staff. perfect place to have lunch and dinner with friends and family. The place has very inviting and nice vibes.

December 1, 2024

Third class food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 1, 2024

Everything was amazing, our server Guneet she was fabulous

★★★★
December 1, 2024

The vibe was good so were the staff & food. They have a great variety of cocktails too. Food

December 1, 2024

I was really excited to try this Gulab Jamun cake, but unfortunately, it was a complete disappointment. It was as if the cake had been sitting around for way too long, and the flavors had completely deteriorated. To make matters worse, the smell was even worse than the taste. It had a pungent odor that was unmistakably like something had expired. It was unpleasant and left a bad taste in my mouth even before I took a bite. I really couldnt finish the cake, and I ended up throwing it away.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 1, 2024

Food was really good!?

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

Man, this place was absolutely sick! The food was marvelous, and the drinks hit perfectly. Definitely coming back for round two!

December 1, 2024

Garbage food worst experience I had please don t go there

December 1, 2024

they have very bad food, very bad services and atmosphere is the uncleaned and not hygiene. The tables were not good cleaned. their restroom smells so bad and not cleaned properly. now come to food they pretend like they have best food in the area, but not worth it. I just waste my money there The staff is not good in the service don t have tasty food at all

December 1, 2024

hi guys, I m here to inform you that please don t go through the review or the pictures for this restaurant because I got scammed by these all. I just wasted my time and money here and food is not that tasty what they present

★★★★★
December 1, 2024

Food was really good and delicious.

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Great food and a great atmosphere!!

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

The food was amazing and the customer service was great. Will visit again soon Food

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Good ambience and Service was great! Must try Peri Peri paneer tikka

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

The food was really amazing! We wanted to try chaap but they were out of it so we have Tandoori Momos, Honey Chilli potatoes and Paneer Tikka Masala instead. Everything was well presented and Dikshant s service was great as well! If you are around. Must Visit.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 22, 2024

We have been meaning to try Raftaar for a few months and it didnt disappoint! It was great food and great service. Will definitely be back

November 22, 2024

Bad burps with acid refluxes at this hour after having food from here. Chicken kadhai was full of whole spices and butter chicken did not taste like one. Not fresh taste at all!!

Local Guide
November 22, 2024

Picked up via Uber eats. Stale food, I wish I could give 0 stars !! Owner if you re reading this please stop selling hakka chowmein because your chef clearly doesn t know how to make it! I mean who puts mint powder in chowmein? Inedible food, went straight to garbage !

★★★★
November 22, 2024

Our first time there on a Saturday night for dinner. The restaurant was empty & the music was blaring like a nightclub. We had to ask the server to lower the volume 3 times & it was still so loud that we could barely hear each other speak. We sat close to the back where the speakers are located. The Server was enthusiastic & offered many suggestions. The food we ordered was all good. We had the Peri Peri Chicken, Bharve Golgappe & Chicken Biryani. Dietary restrictions: They were able to safely serve a nut & shellfish allergy.

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Amazing food! One of the best Indian food restaurants that I have ever been to. The servers are really friendly and the customer service was also great. Loved the ambience and the overall environment. Would definitely keep visiting this place!

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

The food was bussin good

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Excellent place, serves the best indian food. Had a great experience

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Great food , great vibe, great service

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

Wonderful Experience. Cant get enough of the Noor-e-Kabab & Chicken Korma. Best Indian Food Ive ever tasted.

★★★★★
November 22, 2024

The appetizer was really amazing. We loved the vibe and enjoyed the amazing drinks. Lama was very polite and served us with warm smile. Highly recommend this place.

★★★★
November 22, 2024

Starters and Drinks were awesome. We had good service from Lama and she made sure to give recommendations and give us what we needed. Would definitely come back.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

We loved our experience. The staff was very knowledgeable and the music and food was just divine! Would highly recommend and cant wait to come back.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Amazing services, the food was also tasty and great ambience.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Ambience and food is good!!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Loved the vibe and the food was amongst the best I ve had in canada. Very friendly and helpful staff!!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Food is reallly goooodddd

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Raftaar Kitchen and Bar truly exceeded my expectations! The atmosphere is vibrant, the drinks are expertly crafted, and the food is simply unforgettable. What really sets this place apart is the impeccable service Riddhi went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. From start to finish, everything was perfect. Highly recommend Raftaar for anyone looking for an amazing dining experience!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

I had an amazing time at Raftaar Kitchen and Bar! The food was incredible, the drinks were perfect, and the atmosphere was just right. What really stood out was the excellent service Riddhi made sure we had everything we needed and was super friendly. Definitely a spot I ll be coming back to. Highly recomend it!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Amazing food (Chaap Masala + Paneer Pasanda). Prabhjyot is an amazing man. Must recommend (even if you re pure vegetarian).

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Great staff and great ambience Had a great time would recommend everyone to visit Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

I stopped in last night to try the food and cocktails and both were SO good. The atmosphere is great and the owner hung out and was very friendly and definitely added to the experience. I very highly recommend the chili chicken with garlic naan and a long Island iced tea. It was one of the best meals Ive ever had and definitely in the conversation for best Indian food Ive ever had. A piece of taramisu with their signature Irish cocktail was a perfect way to finish my dining experience. Everything was exceptional and Ill definitely be going back!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Amazing dine in experience with the very friendly servers. Highly recommend.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Great atmosphere and delicious food served with beautiful plating. Must visit would highly recommend this place.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Really delicious, solid level of spice, and good drinks. Waiters that care.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Came here on Saturday night and the vibes were amazing. Food was tasty and fresh and drinks were delicious too. Riddhi was a great server.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Riddhi was an amazing and kind server. Her recommendations were spot on, the menu is wide too. Food 10/10 Drinks 10/10 Food : 5/5

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Amazing food and service

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Very good food and shisha

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Excellent food and service

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Awesome fusion Indian food! Every dish that we ordered had a unique flavour. Would highly recommend the butter chicken naan. Refreshing cocktails as well. My favorite was the Cullinan limited edition. Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Great place for authentic Indian food and fancy cocktails. A special shout out to Riddhi for her prompt and friendly service

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Really good restaurant and appreciate service by ridhi . Highly recommended

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 22, 2024

Excellent atmosphere with amazing food. Came 2nd time.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

I really had good experience and Ridhi did great job . Worth its visit

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Nice environment. 5/5for staff and services, delicious food, overall I love this place.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Great vibe and songs. Great food, I had tandoori cheap and one drink it was worth it. Its my usual go to place. Vegetarian options: They have separate vegetarian options

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Butter chicken and nann bread are amazing, the waitress Riddhi is very helpful! Amazing experience, would recommend

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

The naan was amazing! Riddhis service was great!

★★★★
October 22, 2024

Very nice Indian food, our server (Riddhi) was speedy with our food and we had a great time dining here!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Great vibe and service! Ask for Riddhi next time you re in! She s great!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Per peri chicken and paneer were good

★★★★
October 22, 2024

Good food. Mostly empty hut nice music. Ridhi was nice

★★★★
October 22, 2024

Some dishes are great. DJ plays good music! The service is phenomenal.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Riddhi was a star!!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Riddhi was attentive, friendly and made our dining experience great. Excellent service!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

This was the best Indian restaurant that I have been to in Canada I would say. A must go to place. It has an Indian DJ music and atmosphere is just right. The food quality is great. A must try dish is Threaded Paneer sticks. Never had this before anywhere. Tandoori Soya chap roll is another such must try dish.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

The food was INCREDIBLE and the portions were generous, the cocktails equally so! 10/10, havent left a restaurant this satisfied in months.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Attended by guneet, good food and nice environment.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

**Delicious Dal Makhni & Paneer Tikka Masala!** Had an amazing meal at Raftaar. The Dal Makhni was creamy and rich, with just the right balance of spices, while the Paneer Tikka Masala had a perfect blend of smoky and tangy flavors. Both dishes were packed with authentic taste and paired wonderfully with their fresh naan. Great food, cozy ambiance, and friendly service highly recommend!

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

The food was good and music was great

★★★★
October 22, 2024

Good place to visit for parties

★★★★
October 22, 2024

Nice place in Toronto. Must visit.

★★★★★
October 22, 2024

Pretty bad photo but fantastic tandoori momos! So tasty! A tad bit pricey for 6 momos though but it s really good

Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Tasteless food, not worth the hype. Super expensive. Wastage of time and money

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Great food and vibes

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

I had an exceptional dining experience at Raftaar Restaurant from the moment we walked in, the ambiance was warm and inviting, setting the perfect tone for our meal. The service was impeccable our server was knowledgeable, attentive, and made fantastic recommendations. The menu offered a delightful range of options, and each dish we ordered was a masterpiece. Each dish was cooked to perfection, with fresh ingredients and a burst of flavors that left us wanting more. The presentation was equally impressive, showcasing the chefs attention to detail. To top it off, the dessert was a decadent finale to a perfect meal. The dessert was a true highlight, beautifully crafted and utterly delicious. Overall, Raftaar exceeded all our expectations. It s a gem of a place that I highly recommend to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. I can t wait to return!

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

We stumbled upon this restaurant and loved it! Great atmosphere, delicious food, and fabulous service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 22, 2024

Ate at Raftaar for the first time last night, and was very pleasantly surprised! We eat indian food often, and have been looking for a high quality place in the neighbourhood. I can confidently tell you this is the best Indian weve found on the Danforth. The menu is creative, and the portions are large. We split two appetizers (Piri Piri Chicken & Mango Fish - both were amazing), and 2 mains (Chicken Chettihad & Veg Biryani, also both very very tasty). That was more than enough for 2 of us. Cocktails were really good too. This is going to be our go-to going forward! Highly recommend!

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Came in with my friends on weekends and the food was awesome, such a nice flavours and perfectly cooked.

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Great ambience, food and drinks. The service is top notch. Owners make sure that you are happy with the food. Food has flavour and not just cream and spices. Love it

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

They ve got a really nice vibe and good food options! Would definitely recommend it

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

amazing food! 10/10 taste, would recommend:)

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Amazing experience with food and staff guneet as well.

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Very good service!

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

lovely vibe and food

★★★★★
September 22, 2024

Great food, great vibes! Love this place Highly recommend !!!

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Delicious food and drinks with incredible service. My new favourite restaurant on the Danforth.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Loved the food

August 22, 2024

Not at all worth. There is no crowd. They are just looting by taking 20$

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

Amazing food and great vibe. Riddhi made great recommendations for food and drinks. Thank you Riddhi.

★★★★★
August 22, 2024

It was a wonderful experience for dining at Raftaar Restaurant..AMAZING food, good service and awesome ambience..HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

★★
August 22, 2024

I have been to raftaar in person, I had three starters that day and a dessert. I was really impressed and wanted to give the place another shot. So I ordered main course via uber eats and I cannot be more disappointed. I cannot believe if it is the same place as all the five items I ordered are a gong show, the chettinad mushroom has no flavour, the mushrooms although very thinly sliced are raw, the breads : pyaaz mirchi roti, garlic naan and butter naan are all so bad. They are nothing more than maida roti with some toppings. Only the paneer steak was little bit flavourful but nothing extraordinary. I had really high expectations seeing the high rating so the disappointment is extremely high too. I am giving two stars only because the food was nicely packed. For food, I would have given zero stars as $67 for food (2 mains + 3 bread) that has no taste is just too much

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Amazing place with excellent service from Ms. Riddhi Patil. Do visit

July 22, 2024

The worst service and food. Their server is not professional, and its not worth it. I strongly recommend not going to this restaurant and not wasting your time and money

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Nice space and very tasty food. Great service from Dikshant!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Great service from Riddhi :)

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Great food and awesome drinks!!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Amazing food & drinks! Very friendly service, would definitely recommend

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Had an amazing hot date here! Food was amazing (a little spicy for me but that s my own issue) and drinks were delicious.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

This new ish place is just about the closest restaurant to our house. So we randomly just stopped in, for the first time, for a quick cocktail. It was about 6 pm on a Friday (July, 2024), and we ended up ordering food, more cocktails, and even texted friends to come down and join us. There is an extensive list of deliciously crafted and presented cocktails, and mocktails. Plus, the veggie & non-vegetarian apps list was so extensive, and delicious sounding, we never made it as far as the entrees. We all thoroughly enjoyed our choices, and just managed to fit in a single desert with 4-spoons. The host that treated us was very friendly. The bartender (possibly the owner?), who also served us food, was wonderful. Exceedingly knowledgeable, and very enthusiastic, and accommodating. The service wasn t super fast, but that really didn t matter. The food was absolutely fantastic and did not disappoint. Prices were very reasonable, and the servings plentiful. Plus, we weren t in a rush, and we had a wonderful experience. The space is great, and they have a large overhead door which opens across the entire frontage. Unfortunately, they ve been forced by the City to temporarily close their patio. This due to the narrowing of Danforth necessitated by the Ontario line construction. By the time we left, there was some proper dancing going on in the back. We love Indian food, and we ve always ordered from the older, more established, and traditional restaurants. But this new place just seems authentically younger & modern , but not excessively so. We will definitely be back!

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Best service by Riddhi and best place to hangout..

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Best service by Riddhi

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

The vibe was really good and the food was amazing.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

had the Masala Peanuts (the Are You Nuts? as the menu calls it) and Honey Chili Potato as an appetizer and both were phenomenal spins on what youd expect, would highly recommend them. I had the Noor-e-kebab for my entree and absolutely would again, really lovely flavor, both in the chicken itself and the creamy sauce (wish it was a little spicier but thats on me for not asking). Im not really into drinks but their drink menu seems as big and diverse as their food menu (my friends had a good time exploring it), so theres a lot to love here

Local Guide
July 22, 2024

Ordered food, raita was stale and it was like lassi with salt masala on the name of raita and even less in quantity . I have to throw raita cause it was really sour and Bad in taste. Tandoori chicken also in less quantity Food

★★★★
July 22, 2024

It was a nice place and cocktail is a must try. I would like to appreciate Ridhi for a fantabulous customer service. Peri Peri chicken is delicious.

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Nice ambiance and amazing service by Riddhi

★★★★★
July 22, 2024

Yummy food! Great ambiance and best customer service by Riddhi Food

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

The overall experience was amazing Riddhi was our server for the night she was very kind and sweet and served everything with a smile on her face. Food was very nice must try

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Riddhi was our server for the night, great service and food! Made my birthday more special!

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Amazing food, great servers, awesome ambience, definitely check this place out at Danforth for authentic Indian cuisine.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Perfect ambience and delicious food 10/10.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Wonderful indian food in the heart of Greektown! Another hidden spot, especially considering the plethora of other options around. The preparations were extremely nice and unique, with the highlight being the Gulab Jamun Cake in the dessert menu. This is a definite visit, if you re in the area and are craving authentic and yet unique Indian Food.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

The location is very beautiful and the service is exceptional. RIDDHI is such a professional. So kind and warm. We will definitely come back again soon.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

One of the best places for Indian food and the desserts are top notch. Special thanks to Riddhi for being such a great server

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

The food and vibe is amazing. Special shoutout to Riddhi for giving A-mazing service.

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Beautiful restaurant with a great food ,amazing atmosphere and great service. We will recommend Raftaar at any time..

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Dikshant was an awesome server. Attention to detail and the best drinks. Highly recommend

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Great customer service by dikshant. Loved the food and ambiance Food

★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Good vegetariani biryani though a little spicy, if you cannot handle hot , request it on the order

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

This place is a gem! The music, the food, the service - everything is top notch. It really reminded me of back home, so warm and familiar! 10/10 I am literally telling all of my friends to come here and will definitely have all future celebratory dinners at this beautiful place

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

Great atmoshpere and food. Dikshant our server was professional and super friendly.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Amazing place, yummy food and top notch service by dixit. I would rate this place 10/10!! Oh and yea music selection was a blast!!

★★★★★
June 22, 2024

We tried this place for the first time on suggestion and what a delight. The food was exquisite - 10/10 for taste. I would say this is one of the best Indian food I have had outside India.

★★★
Local Guide
June 22, 2024

Ill chalk this one up to a slow Monday dinner service. This place has potential, but if its not just Monday and every day is like this, they have some things they need to work on. I like to get the bad out of the way. I think maybe it was Monday, so they probably had the inexperienced server come in for some practice, but at a place where two meals, two cocktails and a domestic beer come to about $100, a certain level of service is expected, even on a slow Monday. We were the only people in the place. The waiter spoke too softly for us to really hear. Next, remembering who ordered what is service 101. The waiter who took our order was the person who brought the food out, and we were a small group, but she kept asking who ordered what dish, but since we couldnt really hear what she was saying, we werent much help. Two of the group ended up getting their meals swapped. Things like drinks and water took awhile to get out, even though we were the only ones there. Next, kitchen service: two of our group got their meals first, and the rest of the group got ours after the first two had finished, and then one of the first two had originally ordered steamed rice, but it came not only long after they finished their meals, but at least half way through the meals of the others. Group meals need to come out together. Next: my order. I had a Chicken Chettinad. It was not clear that this was a bone-in chicken dish. Im admittedly super picky about the presence of bone or gristle in meals. No ding for that though, but what I didnt like was that of the three pieces of chicken in my stew, only one piece (a drumstick) had any significant meat on it. The other two large pieces vaguely resembled thighs but were mostly bone maybe 20% meat. Maybe the traditional recipe calls for bone in meat, and thats fine, but a couple nice meatty thighs would have made all the difference. Now for THE GOOD Atmosphere: the atmosphere was great. Its in a nice location on Danforth. The place is large and airy. The flavors and presentation are amazing at this place. The main reason I would go back should be to try the Piri Piri chicken. It looked phenomenal! I would recommend others go, but keep these criticisms in mind.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

The food was amazing. The butter chicken, shrimp curry, Jeera rice and the garlic naan were full of flavour. The service was outstanding

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Vegetarian options: Delicious food and ambience, serving was amazing as well! Dikshant was wonderful. Food

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Delicious new Indian restaurant. Can t wait to go back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

We ordered catering for our work lunch. The food was really good. All ingredients used were so fresh it felt like home cooked food. The noodles and chili paneer was finger licking good. Will definitely order from here again.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

We just had the most delicious dinner here. Shared a few dishes that all were all fantastic. The service was wonderful and the spice combinations were amazing. Will definitely be back soon.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Tasty Indian food right at Pape and a Danforth! Especially liked the Tandoori Veg Momos and the Chicken Tikka Masala. Very spacious inside (Used to be a Bar Hop)

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Awesome food as always and shoutout to Dikshant for his awesome and well spoken service

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Perfect place for Bollywood Live Music, Indian Cuisine and Alcohol!

Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Very limited vegan options, especially for an Indian restaurant

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Great food great ambience Dikshant provided us with excellent service.

May 22, 2024

Food is OK. The service is slow and disorganized. I ordered a double shot in my ice tea and the second shot was 7$ on top of the price for the ice tea. Ridiculous!

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Food tasted incredible. Many thanks to Dikshant, amazing service and great recommendations.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Great food and amazing service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 22, 2024

Really delicious food. Great customer service by Dikshant.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Good service, good food. Nice variety of vegetarian and non vegetarian food items.

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Loved the food and ambience. Great service by Ridhi, will for sure visit again.

★★★★
May 22, 2024

Tasty food and large portions great for sharing. Overall, enjoyable dining experience and our server Ridhi was friendly and attentive.

★★★★
May 22, 2024

The variety of veg-non veg food option And good service by Riddhi

★★★★★
May 22, 2024

Absolutely loved the food and drinks here. Ridhi was very kind and friendly. Will visit again for sure.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Amazing food and ambiance can t wait to go again! Owners are very friendly.. had a great time

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Visited this place for our wedding anniversary dinner. Food and ambiance was great and staff is very friendly I would like to mention that Palchhin( hope i spelled correct) did recommended cocktail and food which suits to our palate. They have live dj playing at background with Bollywood peppy numbers. Overall it was great experience give a try if looking for good contemporary Indian food with playful ambience.

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Absolutely delicious Chicken Biryani. Chicken was moist and tender

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Great new addition to the east end! The tandoori momos were the best I ever had, might do take out today to get some more. The cocktails and food were really reasonably priced. The singers were lovely. Hoping this place will gain the traction it deserves!

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Amazing food and cocktails!!!! I loved their dahi chaat, paneer sticks and fries! Their crème brûlée rabri is the most delicious dessert I have ever had! It definitely has to go viral in downtown Toronto!! The place is a vibe and the service is outstanding!! Loved the visit!

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Delicious food, excellent service, and cozy ambiance! Highly recommend!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Amazing food and amazing service by Palchan!! 10/10 would recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Delicious food with exceptional customer service by Palchin. Will definitely be back!

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Me and my friends came here to celebrate my birthday and Dikshanth made sure that we have a good time!! Food was good and the service that we got was excellent!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

The place is so good with Indian punjabi vibe. Super tasty and quality food with amazing service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

This place has a really nice ambience. I tried the tandoori momos, they were quite delicious with a smoky flavour to them. I was served by Dikshant. I highly recommend this place!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Dikshant, our server, made our first experience here perfect! The food here was on point, and spice levels as requested . Medium spice was just the right kick for us, requiring water, but not fire extinguishers! Loved the cocktails. Creative, and solidly mixed. Fun Indian music and videos. Added to the atmosphere for sure! Also, goid value. Highly recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

We dig it

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Awesome Food is very very tasty and staff is very friendly Must visit place Food : 5/5

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Tasty food Must visit place Highly recommended place for live singing and enjoying food at the same time Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

The flavour of the food was incredible! Polite and attentive service from the waitress and even the cook came out to see how we liked the food. I liked the industrial chic atmosphere and the catchy music ambiance. Will definitely be returning.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Raftaar Indian Restaurant, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. This restaurant truly stands out for its amazing dishes and cocktail options. The Peri Peri Chicken was a burst of flavors, perfectly spiced and grilled to perfection. It was accompanied by a side of Lacha Parantha, which was flaky and delicious. For dessert, I indulged in the Rabri Creme Brulee, a unique fusion that was both creamy and rich with the traditional flavors of Rabri. It was an absolute delight to the taste buds. The Kabab Roll was another highlight, with tender and flavorful kababs wrapped in a soft roll, creating a satisfying blend of textures and tastes. One of the standout dishes was the Paneer Makhani Steak, a creative twist on a classic Indian dish. The paneer was cooked to perfection and served with a flavorful Makhani sauce that elevated the dish to new heights. The cocktail options at Raftaar are also worth mentioning. Each drink was expertly crafted, offering a perfect balance of flavors and complementing the dishes beautifully. Overall, Raftaar Indian Restaurant offers a culinary journey that is not to be missed. The combination of amazing dishes, creative cocktails, and excellent service makes it a top recommendation for anyone looking for an unforgettable dining experience. I can t wait to visit again and explore more of their menu. Definitely music choice is so good too creating amazing vibe to enjoy food and evening Highly recommend to visit ! Vegetarian options: Options available

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 22, 2024

Incredible flavours, textures, and smells. I am so happy Raftaar has opened and I hope it succeeds. 10/10 you should come here. Try the bharve golgappe and the malai chaap!!!

★★★★★
April 22, 2024

Delicious food, warm and welcoming. Music was a bit loud but okay for a bar setting. Food was excellent.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

We had a wonderful time here. The appetizer was a worth to try. The atmosphere and the ambience is marvelous.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Recently visited this place and had a fantastic time. The food was marvelous, and the atmosphere was welcoming. Highly recommended! Vegetarian options: Dal Makhani Paneer Tikka Masala Tandoori Soya chaap

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Had an amazing Saturday evening, excellent food and atmosphere. Highly recommended.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Food was delicious, and service was excellent. Surprise birthday dessert was extra special. Get here before everyone else does!

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

It was our first time here and it was really good especially the server she was really nice.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

I recently visited Raftaar cafe and was impressed by both the delectable dishes and the impeccable service. The menu boasted a delightful variety, and each dish I tried exceeded expectations. The staff was not only friendly but also attentive, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. A definite must-visit for Indian food lovers ! Must Try Dishes - Peri Peri Chicken Tikka Chicken Seekh kebab roll Tandoori momos

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

The food was something that really stood out

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

I went for a party yesterday. Served by Dikshant. Excellent service provided.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Excellent service and atmosphere

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

best service received at the party yesterday. enjoyed a lot

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Excellent food and atmosphere

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Raftaar has been best place in Toronto for Indian food and drinks and has been my all time favourite. Also, great service is provided by dikshant whenever I visit always had a great experience.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Dikshant was great!! Really enjoyed the food and taste! Would definitely love to come back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Our server Dikshant was super welcoming and kind to our family. Raaftar is a great addition to the neighborhood and will become a regular spot for us. The food was delicious and the presentation was beautiful. We had the tandoori momos, paneer tikka, and paneer pasanda. Note for the chef: if possible offer options to have less salt in the dishes. Lots of vegetarian options and very kid friendly. Dikshant shared that the food prep for vegetarian dishes was done entirely separate from meat dishes which is a thoughtful touch. He was also super kind to make us a cocktail to try!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

So good food and sp great service. Definitely recommend.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

I got a takeaway from Raftaar Kitchen and Bar, and it was amazing! My friend Palchhin suggested the Soya Malai Chaap, and it was so flavorful and perfectly cooked. Raftaar is definitely the place for great food and friendly service!

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Great ambiance. Awesome food. Great customer service. I really appreciate their suggestions, especially dikshant bro. Mostly recommend place. Do visit.

★★★★★
March 22, 2024

Six of us went to Raftaar for dinner after friends recommended it. The food was absolutely delicious. Very friendly staff and chef. Thanks DK for the excellent cocktails - especially the Lavante Fiesta.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Delicious food, dont pass on the garlic Naan. Service from BK was great. Vegetarian options: Separate veggie section on the menu. Lots of options. Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 22, 2024

Went for date night dinner at Raftaar kitchen, in the old Bar Hop location near Pape and Danforth. The food was so good. Im still uncomfortably full. The server was really helpful at helping me choose what to order, I had a couple of options I was considering and I told him what I liked and he made recommendations. The chicken Tikka masala was amazing and my husband loved his mutton boti masala (this one has bones), both are spicy and I asked for extra spicy. The fries were amazing but were quite spicy and had a wonderful kick. The naans were so good. My husband loved his drinks. All in all it was a great experience. If you dont drink the cost is much cheaper. The only thing I didnt enjoy was there was a QR code on the table for the menu. I prefer a menu, I dont like scrolling on my phone. But I didnt ask for a menu, maybe they had them. Parking: The night we were out there were lots of paid street parking spots available. Theres normally lots of free street parking in the area too. It depends on the night and thats happening on the Danforth to find parking.

★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

The place is nice and has some potential (love their unique cocktails!) but some investments should be considered to improve the design and atmosphere of the place. The washroom is smelly and dirty. The tables/seats at the front door need some interior improvements otherwise it feels cold and unfriendly to seat there. Food is nice, but I m not an expert in Indian food so can t say much. I d go again for cocktails but the place def needs improvements for it to get 5 stars.

★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Wheelchair accessibility: The place is wheelchair accessible. Food

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

BEST Dish ever: Piri Piri chicken! We wanted to order a second one as we were sharing the great portion size. Loved the korma too, so much care put into the masala they use for each dish, and I can tell the meats are marinated over night - sooo moist.

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Food was amazing. Super high quality, high end Indian fusions.

★★★★
February 22, 2024

Great new place on the Danforth.

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

I had dinner with a friend here yesterday. Our server Dikshant was so attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. He answered my questions and made some recommendations that were excellent. The cocktails were some next level amazing I had the mango one was delicious. They were pretty and delicious. The food was well prepared and delicious with flavour and the perfect amount of heat. I look forward to going on the weekend to enjoy the DJ. Check out their IG page it s super cute. Love the videos.

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Raftaar is one of the very few restaurants in Downtown Toronto that can satisfy your spice cravings. The pricing is pretty reasonable. Love the vibe thats set by the music and the lights. Every item on the menu has a unique flavour. Must try: Threaded Paneer Sticks, Truffle Fries, Chicken Korma, Mutton Railway Curry, Les Treches Gulab Jamun

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Went for my Birthday dinner Loved the food n ambience Very creative fusion food Staff was fabulous took care of everything and made me feel special Dj was nice Thanking their team Mehr Sahib Prabhnoor Palchin All the best !!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 22, 2024

Great place to visit with friends and family. Amazing food, great ambiance. Would definitely visit again.

★★★★★
February 22, 2024

Momos were delish , staff was super friendly and attentive