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East is East Chai Lounge - Main Street, Vancouver, BC

East is East Chai Lounge - Main Street

4.8
4.8
1502 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Our food consists of thoughtfully prepared recipes that will take you on a culinary journey along the ancient Silk route.


As evening descends upon the vibrant city of Vancouver, Chai Lounge comes to life like the courts of the eastern Raja's. Imagine a warm, dreamy and visually arresting venue where global sounds cascade the room over the din of lively conversations. Spicy scents waft from the kitchen followed by an abundance of delicious trans-himalayan cuisine.


Chai Lounge is our landmark location. There is no place like it in Vancouver,and visitors from near and far marvel at the ornate carpets, ceiling mandala's, and the nature-inspired furnishings.
The large central stage features a rotating line-up of world class musicians and dancers.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Neighborhood
    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
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,502 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
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Hot spot

  • Vancouver / British Columbia

    Great for live music

  • Vancouver

    Best Food

  • Vancouver

    Healthy

  • Vancouver

    Hot spot

  • Vancouver

    Great for live music

  • Vancouver

    Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
East is East Chai Lounge on Main Street offers a unique dining experience highlighted by "amazing food," "excellent service," and a lively "ambiance" with live music. The Silk Route Feast provides a great variety of dishes. The attentive staff enhances visits, though some find the seating uncomfortable and the entertainment charge surprising.

1,502 Reviews
  1. Kim

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was the first time that my wife and I had been there, from the beginning every staff member that interacted with us were so warm, welcoming and simply amazing. The food was delicious and the way the food is ordered and served allowed me to try virtually everything. The entertainment was also great and I know we will be returning.

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  2. Gary

    Vancouver

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Dined here for Valentine’s. Prix fixe menu offered lots of choice, with some of the small dishes being excellent (e.g. chicken kebab, mushroom coconut soup). Portions aren’t overwhelming, but we did not come away hungry. Live entertainment was a plus and did not overwhelm the place or make it difficult to have a conversation. The casual and laid-back atmosphere suited our mood.

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  3. Tia

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was impeccable! The wait staff was very attentive, but not pushy at all. The food was delicious. The Silk Road Feast is such a great value (we recommend the lamb curry, chicken kebab, and dark chocolate dessert). The music was beautiful, the decor was very fitting. We came here for our anniversary on Valentine’s Day and they made the whole experience so special <3

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  4. Mariam

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambience, lovely staff, efficient service and great food! Such a unique dining experience and venue. Would recommend for dining out with groups large and small. Made a reservation for 12 people including a baby and had a great time.

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  5. Valerie

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The restaurant was busy and a large crowd gathered in the reception area while we were eating. The noise level was pretty high and we didn’t hear the music until the flamenco dancing started. The dancing and music was great. We enjoyed our time together and the food was outstanding. Service was somewhat slow however the servers were very eager to be pleasant and attentive.

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  6. kat

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely service and incredible flavour! The musicians were fantastic too! 10/10 would recommend.

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  7. Adriana

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, service and experience. I highly recommend it !

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  8. Elaine

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was very attentive and friendly. The three of us ordered the Chai tasting menu and the server came regularly to ask if we wanted more of the dishes. The ambiance is also tranquil and the decor unique and beautiful! I would come here again and highly recommend it! We even got some treats to take back and a dessert request for the birthday girl was honoured. Thank you East is East! :)

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  9. Hiren

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was one of the best experiences I’ve had at a restaurant. Truly a place where you can go with your spouse or mom and dad. Didn’t see not kids there. But definitely an amazing experience. Everyone at the restaurants made you feel welcomed and appreciated.

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  10. Kashika

    VIP

    Vancouver

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I celebrated my birthday at East is East and we were seated in the back where I couldn’t even see the performers. The service was very slow as we waited almost 30mins for our server to get the bill and our coats. I would only recommend coming here in a smaller group as it’s very loud and the service isn’t great. Food was 10/10.

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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 4.8 stars by 1502 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today

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Google Map for East is East Chai Lounge - Main Street

4433 Main Street, Vancouver, BC V5V 2M4

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    28th Ave E
  • Neighborhood
    Mount Pleasant
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • 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
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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.
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