Madras Masala – Indian
Stepping into Madras Masala feels like a journey to the heart of South India, where the air hums with the fragrance of toasted mustard seeds and aromatic curry leaves. The kitchen masterfully balances texture and heat, serving up everything from the fiery, crimson crunch of Gobi 65 to the cooling, yogurt-drenched delight of savory dahi vada. It is a vibrant destination where the communal joy of sharing tangy, spice-laden chats and pillowy idly creates a soulful and unforgettable dining experience.
Bloor Street West +16473424359 https://madrasmasalatoronto.comRating: 2/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, dairy-free, pescatarian, plant-based, low-sodium, heart-healthy, whole30, paleo, low-fat, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, gerd, low-cholesterol, atkins, zone, volumetrics, tlc, alkaline, renal, aip, carnivore, macrobiotic, slow-carb, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners visiting Madras for an Indian dinner experience often focus on the relationship between the premium pricing and the culinary quality provided. While guests are drawn to the potential of the menu's traditional flavors
Menu
Appetizers
- Chicken 65 - $10.99: Chicken fried with spices Dietary tags: High-Protein
- M.M Assortment - $12.99: Thool bajji, cutlets, vada, paneer pakora Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Cutlets - $7.5: Minced veg with spices crumbed and deep fried Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sambar Idly or Sambar Vada - $7.5: Idly or vada soaked in sambar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Pakora - $7.5: Mix veg & chickpeas flour fritter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Medhu Vada - $7.99: Fried lentil donuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dahi Vada - $7.5: Lentil donuts soaked in yogurt and spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pani Puri or Dahi Puri - $8.99: Hollow crispy shells with tamarind & spicy cumin water Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Papri Chat / Samosa Chat - $8.99: Crunchy wafers with chickpeas, yogurt & potatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Gobi 65 - $9.99: Spicy fried cauliflower Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, South-Beach, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Paneer Pakora - $9.5: Paneer fingers deep fried with besan flour Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Soups
- Rasam - $3.5: Traditional south Indian soup with tamarind & black pepper Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Sambar - $3.99: Lentil & vegetables Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Sweet Corn Soup - $3.99: Vegetable or chicken Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal
Dosa Corner
- Plain Dosa - $12.99: Thin rice crepe Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Masala Dosa - $13.99: Crepe filled with potato & onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Paper Masala Dosa - $16.99: Thin crispy rice crepe with masala Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mysore Dosa - $13.99: Thin rice crepes with tangy chutney Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mysore Masala Dosa - $14.99: Flavored crepe filled with onion and potato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Special Rava Dosa - $13.99: Thin cream of wheat & rice crepe Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Ghee Masala Dosa - $14.99: Thin crispy rice crepe flavoured with ghee Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cheese Mysore Masala Dosa - $16.99: Mysore dosa topping with cheese Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore
- Onion Chilli Masala / Bombay Masala Dosa - $14.99: Crepe filled with onion, chilli & masala Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Special Rava Masala Dosa - $14.99: Cream of wheat & rice crepe stuffed with spicy potatoes & onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chilli Cheese Masala Dosa - $16.99: Thin rice crepe filled with mildly spiced stuffing of cheese, chillies and potatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Gunpowder Masala Dosa - $14.99: Spicy milagai podi with masala Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Chicken Dosa - $16.99: Dosa filled with chicken masala Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Mutton Dosa - $17.99: Dosa filled with mutton masala
Vegetarian Entrees
- Veg Chettinad - $14.5: Veggies cooked in chettinad masala Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Veg Kofta Curry - $15.5: Veg balls with mild spices cooked in cream sauce Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Mushroom Mutter - $15.99: Mushroom & green peas cooked with mild spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Bhendi Masala - $14.99: Okra cooked in south Indian sauce Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Alu Gobi - $13.99: Chickpeas & potatoes cooked in aromatic spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Kadhai Paneer - $16.5: Homemade cheese cooked in herbs with green pepper, onion, fresh ginger Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Chicken Entrees
- Chicken Chettinad - $17.99: Chunks of fresh chicken cooked in special Indian curry sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
- Butter Chicken - $19.99: Chicken cooked in special Indian curry sauce Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Chicken Xacutti - $17.99: Tender chicken pieces simmered with blend of roasted coconut, onion & spices
Meat Entrees
- Lamb / Mutton Chettinad - $18.99: Lamb cooked in special Indian curry sauce
- Lamb / Mutton Pepper Fry - $18.99: Famous south Indian lamb cooked in pepper sauce
Sea Food Entrees
- Malabar Fish or Prawn Curry - $20.99: Fish or Prawn cooked in coconut sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Chettinad Fish or Prawn Curry - $20.99: Chettinadu style fish or prawn curry Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Rice Delights
- Shahi Cashew Pulao - $7.99: Rice cooked with vegetables, cashew & ground spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Veg Biriyani - $14.5: Chettinad or coconut milk or dum style Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Chettinadu Biriyani - $16.5: Tendered Mutton & chicken cooked with Basmati Rice
Breads
- Naan - $3.5: Traditional Indian flatbread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Garlic Naan - $4.5: Naan topped with garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Desserts
- Rava Kesari - $4.49: Roasted sooji sweetened with sugar with ghee Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Gulab Jamun - $4.99: Milk-solid based sweets Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Madras Coffee - $3.5: South Indian filter coffee Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mango Lassi - $4.99: Yogurt based mango drink
- Domestic Beer - $4.25: Molson, Labatt, Coors, Budweiser
Frequently Asked Questions about Madras Masala
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Main concerns focus on the relationship between premium pricing and culinary quality, reflected in the restaurant's 2.0/5 average rating.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- The restaurant offers a vibrant South Indian atmosphere where the communal joy of sharing traditional dishes creates a soulful experience.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Experience this vibrant destination by sharing communal plates of tangy chats, pillowy idly, and fiery Gobi 65 for an authentic dinner.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports clean-eating, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, nut-free, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, and vegetarian diets across its diverse Indian menu.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu features gluten-free, plant-based, and sugar-free options including Veg Biriyani, Shahi Cashew Pulao, and Chettinadu Biriyani for various dietary needs.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Despite its budget-friendly ($) pricing, the low 2.0/5 rating suggests concerns regarding the relationship between premium costs and culinary quality.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- While offering traditional South Indian flavors and diverse dietary options, the restaurant holds a low 2.0/5 rating due to pricing concerns.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include Chicken 65, Gobi 65, vegetable cutlets, dahi vada, pani puri, samosa chat, and various traditional dosas.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking budget-friendly South Indian cuisine with diverse dietary options like vegetarian, gluten-free, and plant-based dishes would enjoy this restaurant.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) Indian restaurant offers a casual dining experience characterized by communal sharing of traditional South Indian street foods.
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