Essence Of India - Garibaldi Highlands

Our love for Essence of India remains strong even after transitioning to a vegan diet. Many of their dishes can be modified to be vegan, and some are already vegan-friendly. The staff is incredibly accommodating and helpful in suggesting options. Our favorites include the pakora, aloo gobi, and ghana masala. While the vegan choices may be limited, the flavors of the dishes that are available are truly exceptional.

Came here with a friend after a backpacking trip. Absolute amazing food, had the wild salmon masala and chicken tikka masala. Good spice level and great flavor. Great service, special shout-out from the younger waitress, hope your backpacking trip went good!

Dark environment, food took 1 HOUR to come.Bland butter chicken, no salt in Roti, Biryani was just veg PULAO with chicken.Only the waitresses were polite, and washrooms were clean. that's the best I can say about the place.Overall its a 2 star....

Best Indian food in town. Every visit has been 5 stars.

The most delicious food we have ever had. Top notch chef. Tasty food.