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Vancouver Map: VijVij Frommer's Exceptional

Cuisine Indian
Hours Daily 5:30-10pm
Address
1480 W. 11th Ave
Location The West Side
Transportation Bus: 8 or 10
Reservations Reservations not accepted
Phone 604/736-6664
Web site www.vijs.ca
Prices Main courses C$20-C$26 (US$17-US$21/£9-£11)
Credit Cards AE, DC, MC, V
Season Closed Dec 24-Jan 8

Frommer's Review

Vij doesn't take reservations, as is apparent by the line outside every night, but patrons huddled under the neon sign don't seem to mind since they're treated to tea and papadums (a thin bread made from lentils). Inside, the decor is as warm and subtle as the seasonings, which are all roasted, hand-ground, and used with studied delicacy. The menu changes monthly, though some of the more popular entrees remain constants. Recent offerings included pan-fried coriander quail cakes, lemon-ghee marinated grilled chicken breast, and beef shortribs in a cinnamon and red-wine curry. Vegetarian selections abound, including curried vegetable rice pilaf with cilantro cream sauce, and Indian lentils with naan and raita (yogurt-mint sauce). The wine and beer list is short but carefully selected. And for teetotalers, Vij has developed a souped-up version of the traditional Indian chai, the chaiuccino. Vij recently opened Rangoli , right next door, for lunch and takeout.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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