East is East Chai Lounge - Main Street
Order delivery or takeout
Takeout
(604) 565-4401Delivery
Additional information
- Dining style
Casual Elegant
- Cuisines
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Southeast Asian
- Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
- Phone number
(604) 565-4401
- Website
- Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
- Dress Code
Smart Casual
- Catering
We offer catering for fundraisers, private and corporate functions, weddings etc.
- Private party facilities
We offer the space at our restaurants for private events.
- Neighbourhood
Mount Pleasant
- Cross Street
28th Ave E
- Parking Details
Underground parking for guests of Chai Lounge
- Public Transit
Bus 3 (Main St)Bus 25 (King Edward and Main) Three blocks away from Chai Lounge
- Entertainment
Music is a cornerstone of East is East and Chai Lounge. Every night at Chai Lounge is a musical one. The large central stage features a rotating line-up of world class musicians and dancers from Spain,India, China, Persia, Romania, Canada and more, playing traditional and modern instruments in rare and unique combinations.Whether you are a music lover, or just a casual listener interested in expanding your musical vocabulary, Chai Lounge is a gateway to an exciting world of sound.
- Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Popular dishes
Menu
Eastern Tapas
Soups & Salads
Soup Bowl with Salad and Boulani
Your choice of Dhal soup, Mystic Soup, or Sambar Squash Soup
Green Salad
Baby spinach, greens, avocado and sprouts with hempseed pesto dressing
Chai Salad
Baby tomato, artichoke hearts, olive oil, grapes, sheep feta cheese, almonds, baby spinach, olives; oregano & white wine dressing
Mediterranean Platter
Organic Quinoa salad, hommus, baba ghanoush, olives, roasted garlic, boulani, mint, dates and feta cheese (vegan option available)
Quinoa 'Tabouli' Salad
with hommus and boulani
Mango Prawns
Prawns sautéed in a spicy mango, lime leaf and star anise curry on basmati rice
Tibetan Mantu
Dumplings stuffed with green onions, chives and herbs
Dhaalcha
Roasted chunks of chicken or lamb, Afghan rice in our organic dhal soup, served with roti and side salad
Masala Praws
Prawns pan-sauteed with garlic butter in South Indian spices
Eastern Calamari
Spicy calamari sautéed in giner, garlic and vindaloo spice on Basmati rice
"Baba Chapati's" Pate Platter
Rustic hempseed vegetarian pate (served cold) with fresh pesto, roasted vegetables, green salad and kefir naan
Kabuli Pulao
Grilled lamb kebab sautéed with basmati rice, carrpts, aromatic spices; topped with Persian salad
Boulani
Traditional Afghan whole wheat roti stuffed with potato, green onion and herbs; served with chickpeas, dehydrated yogurt, beets and sprouts
Chai Feast
Our signature tasting menu, the Chai Feast features a selection of our favourite dishes from East is East and Chai Gallery. The Chai Feast is served with your selection of soup, salad and any two main dishes. It comes with boulani, kefir naan, garlic pickle, Afghan and basmati rice. You may choose more of the same or different dishes throughout your meal to complete your journey
Soups and Salads
Persian Salad
Finely chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, nions, romaine lettuce, mint and cilantro
Beet Salad
Steamed beets, sour cherries with cumin w/ balsamic vinaigrette
Quinoa Tabouli Salad
Parsely, quinoa, red peppers, cucumber, lemon and spices
Dhaal Soup
Three different kinds of lentils, cauliflower, spinach, herbs and spices
Mystic Soup
Lemongrass, green curry, ginger and mushrooms in coconut milk
Sambar Squash Soup
South Indian yellow dhal with squash, flavoured with tamarind and spices
Mains
Jackfruit Cauliflower Curry
Jackfruit and cauliflower in a yogurt, ginger and cumin curry
Afghan Eggplant
Baked eggplant, sautéed with herbs, tomato, onion and garlic
Eastern Ratatouille
Zucchini, potatoes, eggplant, whole garlic in a lentil plum sauce
Alu Gobi
Cauliflower and potato in a tangy tomato coconut sauce
Peas & Cheese
Peas, ripened paneer cheese and potato, mixed and spiced
Spinach Paneer
Whipped spinach & paneer (Indian Cheese) with mushrooms (vegan option available)
Baby okra
Baby okra and tofu sautéed in a sundried tomato and chipotle sauce
Mango Butternut Squash
Butternut squach and mango cooked with coconut milk, ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon and curry leaves
Chana Masala
Chickpeas, onion, tomato, herbs & spices
Wild Salmon
Baked miso salmon in coconut milk, lime leaves and red/gree Thai curry
Seasonal fish curry
Seasonal fish in an exotic South Indian Curry
Chicken Masala
Chicken in creamy masala and herbs
Lamb Kebab
Perfectly spiced and grilled chunks of lamb in a savoury yogurt, black cardamom and bay leaf curry
Eastern Roti Rolls
Each roll comes with green salad, dhal soup, yogurt - mint sauce, brown lentil rice or Afghan rice (basmati rice with raisins and carrots). When ordering a double, you can choose a combination of any two rolls
Vegetarian
Bombay Masala
Cauliflower and potato in a tangy tomato coconut curry sauce
Ghandi's Breakfast
Whipped spinach with mushrooms
Yogi's Treat
Chickpeas, onion, tomato, herbs and spices
The Gypsy
Baked eggplant, mango butternut squash with Afghan rice
Ghandara Blues
Baked eggplant sautéed with herbs, tomato, onion, garlic and spices
Lion of the Desert
Peas, paneer cheese and potato mixed and spiced
Spice Caravan
Chickpeas, cauliflower and Afghan rice
Non-Vegetarian
Afghan Nomad
Charbroiled lamb kebab with eggplant
The Silk Route
Baked miso salmon in coconut milk, lime leaves and red/green Thai curry
The Mughal
Chicken in creamy masal and herbs
Persia's Favourite
Charbroiled lamb kebab with spinach and basmati rice.
Kids Meal
Kids Meal
Your choice of rice bowl with any topping
Drinks and Desserts
Eastern Teas
Our Chai is made with tea, brown sugar, organic milk, ginger and a secret blend of spices. It is a meticulous and sensuous process which ensures an enjoyable cup of chai
Hot
Darjeeling Masala Chai
This classic Chai hails from the darjeeling region. Made with black darjeeling tea and milk, it will satisfy your need for an original Indian Chai
Soy Chai
Our classic masala chai with soy milk
Rooibos Chai
In this masala chai we use rooibos tea instead of black tea, offering you a healthy boost that is caffeine free
Persian Tea
This classic black tea is made with cardamom and saffron, brewed without milk and served with sugar on the side
Select organic teas
A premium selection of organic teas
Green Masala Chai
In this masala chai we use green tea instead of black tea, offering you a healthy boost without the strong caffeine
Almond Milk Chai
Our classic masala chai with almond milk
Apple Ginger Chai
This is healthy Chai is our take on hot cider: made with organic apple juice, ginger and our secret spice blend.
Chocolate Chai (add organic cacao to any of the chai)
This chai is for the chocolate lover. Upon request we will add organic cacao to any chai of your choice.
Cold
Iced Masala Chai
Our masala chai served on the rocks
Hibiscus Tea
This delicious cold tea is perfect for a hot summer day. An infusion of hibiscus flowers, mint and honey
Iced Lemon Ginger Chai
Our lemon ginger chai served on the rocks
Eastern Desserts
Gulab Jaman
Traditional Indian cakes topped with pistachio and rosewater (served hot)
Kir
Rice pudding with pistachio and rosewater
Eastern Ecstacy
Rice pudding, ice cream and a warm gulab jaman on top; sprinkled with rosewater, pistachio and cardamom
Chocolate Pudding
Vegan chocolate pudding with organic cherries and pruit preserves
Eastern Shakes
Your choice of ice cream or frozen yogurt, and soy or organic milk
Kathmandu Hash
Blueberry, strawberry, cherry
Kabuli Dream
Pistachio, cardamom, rosewater
Ganges Nectar
Blueberry, strawberry, cherry
Nutty Gypsy
Mixed nuts, cardamom, cinnamon, chocolate
Himalayan High
Honeydew, pineapple, lychee, rosewater, cardamom
Turkish Chill
Espresso, chocolate, hazelnut, cinnamon
Kama Sutra
Darjeeling masala chai with a secret blend of spices
Yogurt Lassies
Plain organic yogurt, fruits and ice
Kashmiri Sunset
Mango, cardamom, rosewater
Buddha's Blesing
Cherry and mixed berries
Rangoon Rain
Peach, lychee, pineapple, banana, coconut
Rumi's Joy
Blueberry and strawberry
Shiva's Nectar
Hempseed, banana, blueberry, almond milk, strawberry
Smoothies
Fruits and Ice
Calcutta Monsoon
Pineapple, coconut, banana, lychee
Tibetan Wildflower
Cherry, mixed berries, flower essence
Bhutan's Secret
Mango, orange, peach, mint
The Indonesian
Kiwi, strawberry, banana, blueberry
Khayyam's Orchard
Apple, cherry, lime, ginger, mint
What 990 people are saying
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- 4.7Food
- 4.6Service
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- 4.4Value
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FAQs
East is East Chai Lounge - Main Street does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. East is East Chai Lounge - Main Street also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (604) 565-4401.
East is East Chai Lounge - Main Street is rated 4.7 stars by 990 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
Order delivery or takeout
Takeout
(604) 565-4401Delivery
4433 Main Street Vancouver, BC V5V 2M4
Additional information
- Cross Street
28th Ave E
- Neighbourhood
Mount Pleasant
- Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
- Cuisines
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Southeast Asian
- Dining style
Casual Elegant
- Dress Code
Smart Casual
- Parking Details
Underground parking for guests of Chai Lounge
- Public Transit
Bus 3 (Main St)Bus 25 (King Edward and Main) Three blocks away from Chai Lounge
- Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
- Entertainment
Music is a cornerstone of East is East and Chai Lounge. Every night at Chai Lounge is a musical one. The large central stage features a rotating line-up of world class musicians and dancers from Spain,India, China, Persia, Romania, Canada and more, playing traditional and modern instruments in rare and unique combinations.Whether you are a music lover, or just a casual listener interested in expanding your musical vocabulary, Chai Lounge is a gateway to an exciting world of sound.
- Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Website
- Phone number
(604) 565-4401
- Catering
We offer catering for fundraisers, private and corporate functions, weddings etc.
- Private party facilities
We offer the space at our restaurants for private events.