Pukka

Name: Pukka
Address: 778 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON, Canada, M6C 1B6
Telephone: (416) 342-1906
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

366 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Indian

Top tags:

"At this refined, yet casual, Indian restaurant, the portions are large, the wine list is top-notch, and the ambience encourages sharing."
{Condé Nast Traveler's list of Toronto's 20 Best Restaurants}

"There’s lots of competition among the top-tier Indian restaurants in Toronto, and Pukka is at the top of that list. Punjabi curries, vindaloos, paneer, and butter chicken—all the comforting hits from the subcontinent can be found here. And while the food is uniformly excellent, it’s the wine list that’s the standout. Created by sommelier Peter Boyd, it’s a mix of thoughtfully considered bottles that pair well with whichever dish you order (ask the staff for recommendations)."
{goop.com - Toronto Travel Guide - Eat}

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 23, 2023

11:30 p.m.

Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(416) 342-1906

Other options

Order online

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 342-1906
Website
http://www.pukka.ca/
Payment Options
MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Dinesh Butola
Catering
Pukka is pleased to offer full-service catering services for groups of any size and budget. Please contact harsh@pukka.ca to discuss options.
Private party facilities
Pukka is available for seated or stand-up casual events. Please contact harsh@pukka.ca to discuss options.
Private party contact
Derek Valleau: (416) 566-7725

Location
778 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B6
Neighbourhood
St. Clair West
Cross Street
Arlington Ave.
Parking Details
Free parking available on residential side streets. Paid parking available on St. Clair Avenue and Green P parking lot across the street from Pukka.
Public Transit
TTC streetcar stop at Arlington Ave. <br />Subway transfer at St. Clair West station on the University-Spadina line.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

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What 366 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Toronto / Ontario
Indian

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JohnS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food - great service. Highly recommended. Been here a couple of times and it does not disappoint.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service3ambience5
They need to work on their drinks collection, also their desert menu is not at all good. Their chicken is so soft, loved that.
AZ
AndyZ
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just an absolute perfect atmosphere filled with excellent service, superb food and an overall fantastic time.
RF
RonF
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We're regulars. As always, the food was excellent and the service as well.
JC
JaniceC
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was perfect. We thought our server was knowledgeable and friendly. Not in a hurry. The food was outstanding! We are always excited when we know we have a reservation at PUKKA.
j
jbuck
Raleigh
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We came for a visit from the US. Food was excellent and our server was super helpful. All of our chicken dishes were super flavorful and moist. Lamb lollipops were excellent as well. Delicious
FG
FelaG
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, excellent service. Always consistent.
RC
RC27
Toronto
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on March 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and service. It was my husband’s birthday and he loved it. Especially the cocktail, Single Raj, and the slice of dessert with a candle.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
The staff were very friendly. And, the food arrived at a good pace.
JW
JeffW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoyed and will return. The food was flavorful and the spice moderate for the un-initiated
j
joanv
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always excellent fresh food and good service!! Best Indian food in TO!
PM
PoojaM
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 27, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience4
Services are good at this place; However food was very much oily. Taste of the food was fine!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Very filling We May have ordered too much food to share … We will definitely return , but I think we will try dishes with less sauce 🕶 Fun atmosphere for two - dark and cozy !
P
Pauls
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service favourite “Indian” restaurant
C
Cyril
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Food and service is AMAZING but we were seating by the window at the front and it is cold. Those windows need to be changed, there is a heater at the bottom but either it was not on or it's not enough. The acoustic is also not great, you can hear people's conversation for 3 tables down so it's pretty noisy and hard to have your own conversation.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 21, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
The food was very good. I had the chicken punjabi. Also their mango lassi is one of the best I ever had.
l
loveeatingout
Toronto
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Outstanding food. Excellent service. Sweet potato curry, vegetable pakoras, okra fries incredible. South Indian vegetable curry and Chicken 65 great too
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience5
Always love this restaurant.Food is outstanding and such a relaxing and eclectic vibe. My go to for Indian fare
MI
MICHELED
Toronto
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service, generous portions and a comfortable atmosphere.
C
Catenu
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always amazing food and service. Pukka never disappoints.
L
Lami
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 10, 2023
overall3food1service4ambience4
Not authentic Indian food. Bland taste but quality ingredients.
LB
LindaB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a lovely meal at Pukka. Great food and excellent service. Definitely recommend this restaurant.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for winterlicious! Great way to sample. Everything was delicious and well presented. My favourite was the pukka chaata and butter chicken. I will definitely go back to try other dishes.
M
Matt
Toronto
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The dinner was great, the staff were awesome and very convenient location.
A
Ashley
Toronto
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for Winterlicious, which is a great and affordable way to try this restaurant.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Butter chicken and garlic nann was amazing! I definetely wanna go again!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Returned to Pukka after many years. Met with friends and enjoyed the winterlicious menu options fully and completely. We will return again to enjoy another meal soon. Our overall experience was pleasant and the food was delicious.
T
Tania
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
The quality of food, portions, flavour, value was incredible. I will definitely return and recommend to my friends! Delicious!
j
joetucci
Toronto
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place! For starters the food is great and I didn't realize that the winterlicious menu was on. There were great options available and the portions were plentiful. The service was very attentive, extremely helpful and kind. Look forward to my next visit. I had the chicken 65 as the appetizer and it was so filling that the server was able to switch my main from the lamb to the arctic char without issue. Thank you very much!
EF
ElizabethF
Toronto
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
I have been meeting friends for a mid-week dinner at Pukka for years. Love it. Elizabeth F.
m
madgingerbread
Toronto
42 reviews
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pukka has been one of my neighbourhood favourites for years. Elevated Indian cuisine packed full of flavour. If you're a beginner with spice, don't fret, Pukka has you covered. Their dishes are chock full of dynamic notes for your palate, but does not blow you away with heat. A pretty decent wine list as well, proving you can indeed pair wine with Indian food!
CH
CHRISTOSP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely amazing Indian food. Unbelievable flavours that were elegant and sophisticated as opposed to most other Indian restaurants that have ok but overwhelming and slightly raunchy flavours.
PP
PeterP
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience5
Their butter chicken is amazing. Although some might consider it non-traditional.
WC
WillyC
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great flavours. Awesome twist on Indian. Very pleasntly surprised. Definitely going back.
JA
JoelleA
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food as usual enjoyed the winterlicious menu
BR
BRM2000
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good, everyone was pleasant and efficient. Great food!
FS
FarzadS
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic place. Never disappointed. Love the consistency, the food is always excellent and tastes the way we remember, each and every time.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food and service - loved it!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Food was amazing, staff were really friendly and welcoming We really enjoyed it
H
Hailey
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always have the best food and service at Pukka. It’s one of our favourite restaurants and would highly recommend.

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Pukka using the Order Online button. Pukka also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 342-1906.

Pukka is rated 4.8 stars by 366 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 23, 2023

11:30 p.m.

Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(416) 342-1906

Other options

Order online

778 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B6

Additional information

Cross Street
Arlington Ave.
Neighbourhood
St. Clair West
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
Free parking available on residential side streets. Paid parking available on St. Clair Avenue and Green P parking lot across the street from Pukka.
Public Transit
TTC streetcar stop at Arlington Ave. Subway transfer at St. Clair West station on the University-Spadina line.
Payment Options
MasterCard, Visa
Executive Chef
Dinesh Butola
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.pukka.ca/
Phone number
(416) 342-1906
Catering
Pukka is pleased to offer full-service catering services for groups of any size and budget. Please contact harsh@pukka.ca to discuss options.
Private party facilities
Pukka is available for seated or stand-up casual events. Please contact harsh@pukka.ca to discuss options.
Private party contact
Derek Valleau: (416) 566-7725

Pukka

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Additional information

Popular dishes

Butter Chicken

Chicken 65

Chicken Tikka

Menu

What 366 people are saying

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