Pukka

4.9

628 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Indian

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Neighborhood gem
Vegetarian-friendly
Good for special occasions

"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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
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
AMEX, 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 info@pukka.ca to discuss options.
Private party facilities
Pukka is available for seated or stand-up casual events. Please contact info@pukka.ca to discuss options.

Location
778 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B6
Neighborhood
St. Clair West
Cross street
Northwest corner of St. Clair West and Arlington Avenue.
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, Vegan, Wine

Popular dishes

What 628 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Toronto / Ontario
Indian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Pukka is a vibrant gem in the heart of St Clair, offering a fresh take on Indian cuisine with perfectly spiced, "gourmet" dishes and a lively ambiance. Regulars rave about its "amazing food and service", consistent quality, and "outstanding" vegetarian options. Ideal for both special occasions and casual dining.

628 Reviews

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Penny
Toronto
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always so delicious. My guests were thrilled wth the food.
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Lilianne
Toronto
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been going to Pukka for years and it never disappoints. Truly one of our favourite restaurants in Toronto!
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Kathryn
Toronto
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Smallish menu with good variety, delicious food for sharing!
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Adrian
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service. Lots of vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Everything was delicious.
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Kevin
Toronto
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious, especially the pumpkin curry and the pakora as a starter. The restaurant is very energetic and will return.
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Anne
Toronto
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time eating at Pukka. They have an early bird special between 5 and 6 pm. We ordered dishes from that special. There are lots of dishes to choose from in this menu. We were really pleased with our meal that was generous and very tasty. We would go there again.
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Rita
Toronto
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lovely cosy restaurant but small portions for the mains and very high prices put this out of reach for regular dining.
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Janine
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went here to surprise my boyfriend for his birthday and the food and service was amazing. The servers were constantly checking in on us which was nice. The restaurant itself is quite cozy and quiet too. The food was absolutely delicious. Half the time we weren’t even talking bc the food was so good 😂 would definitely recommend and go here again.
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Juliette
Toronto
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My husband and I had a great dinner at Pukka for our date night. It was our first time and the service was lovely. We both enjoy Indian food and Pukka was a nice way to experience classic mains with a new perspective. The Pukka Chaat is full of unique flavours and it was a pleasant surprise. The South Indian Vegetable Curry was a bit too "healthy" for my taste as there was a lot of vegetables but the sauce was tasteful. We also ordered the Stuffed Paneer and the presentation was superb! For dessert, I am used for these options to be an after-thought but the Sticky Toffee Pudding was absolutely delicious. It was the perfect way to conclude our meal. If you're planning on having a private/intimate conversation, keep in mind that some tables are very close to each other. It didn't bother us much but I could understand that it could be a turn off for other people. Overall, I would come back and recommend anyone to give Pukka a try!
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David
Toronto
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Definitely one of our go-to places in Toronto. Food is imaginative, flavourful and well executed. Service is friendly and efficient.
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FAQs

Pukka offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 342-1906.

Pukka is rated 4.9 stars by 628 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Additional information

Cross street
Northwest corner of St. Clair West and Arlington Avenue.
Neighborhood
St. Clair West
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
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
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Dinesh Butola
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, 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 info@pukka.ca to discuss options.
Private party facilities
Pukka is available for seated or stand-up casual events. Please contact info@pukka.ca to discuss options.

Pukka

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Order delivery or takeout

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Popular dishes

Butter Chicken

Chicken Tikka

Punjabi Chicken

Menu

What 628 people are saying

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