Tasty Indian Bistro

Came here as it was recommended by our Lyft driver and it exceeded my expectations! Living in the Bay Area, I feel we have some exceptional Indian food. However, paneer is one dish that I don't care for, but my mind was changed after dining here!

The restaurant is huge, classy elegant vibes, but everyone dressed casually. I wish I remember our waitress' name, but she was so sweet and helped us pick our dishes. Their cocktails are unfortunately not customizable so went with my trusty Moscow Mule.

We ordered Masala fries, pudina paneer tikka, butter chicken, kadahi paneer, rice, and naan. The masala fries were stickier than I imagined and overpowering in flavor, but I kept going back to them. Butter chicken was pretty good, heard they sell the sauce by the bottle! The kadahi paneer was a bit too spicy for me, even at medium level, but good. But the pudina paneer tikka was the star! Came on a sizzling plate, nice and hot, onions, mint, and paneer that was the perfect texture. Not rubbery as I am used to. It was so lovely and I would come back again just for this!

I accidentally dropped the basket of naan on the ground and though we ate most of it, our waitress brought us a fresh batch!

Sensational service and Indian food here!

Outstanding! 5 Star food all the way!!!!

Our trips to Vancouver are incomplete without a stopover at TIB. We have ordered from their vast menu and this place never fails to disappoint. Kadhi pakodi, paneer appetizers or entrees, naan, rice, lunch specials, chef inspired dishes, we have tried it all. Their service and ambience is top notch as well. We typically go to Delta but Yaletown is just as good. Brought our friends here and they absolutely loved it.

This is the shit!!! I recommend it 10/10.

Loved the service their Server Diana is amazing. Food is delicious and today we came here second time after going to an another crappy indian place. I recommend you come here at least once.

I've heard great reviews about this restaurant chain and was happy they have a location in Yaletown very close to the yaletown roundhouse skytrain station.

The decor inside looks very beautiful and modern, and the service was very friendly and responsive to our questions about their menu as we wanted to try dishes we haven't tried before.

We ended up ordering the chicken lababdar (as per our waiters recommendation) with medium spice, kadahi lamb (medium), lamb biryani (mild) and the kalonji naan.

Overall the food was fantastic! Our waiters recommendation of the chicken lababdar was amazing; it was a tandoori chicken curry and honestly a MUST try. The initial curry flavour was very fragrant and not overpowering, allowing the subtle tandoori flavour to flood your senses, all paired with extremely juicy chicken that required no effort to chew. By far the best dish of the night.

The kadahi lamb dish was also very good; the meat was tender and paired well with the lamb biryani.

The lamb biryani was average, with the typical fragrance you would expect with a biryani however we found the lamb to be on the drier side. I would order it again with a medium spice level to see if it would enhance the flavour. The raita yogurt was also very refreshing and complimented the biryani.

The kalonji naan was made to order and honestly the best naan I've ever had. The olive oil and various spices added to the naan added a unique and delicious fragrance to the naan, on an already perfectly cooked, crispy and chewy naan bread. The perfect supplement to the amazing curries we had this night.

We were extremely happy with what we ordered, and the service from our host. Would definitely come back to try other dishes.

Everything stood out here. The hariyali Chicken tikka was one of the most flavorful tikka I had in a long time. The corn chops were really innovative..the chops and the dips were both very interesting..

Very nice dining experience and great service overall. Nice and beautiful ambience with quick service time.I have heard great things about their masala fries but didn't get a chance to try.

Disappointing 1st Birthday Celebration experience at Tasty Indian Bistro (Vancouver BC, Yaletown).

We chose Tasty Indian Bistro (Vancouver BC, Yaletown) to celebrate our baby's 1st birthday, hoping for a memorable and joyful experience. Unfortunately, it turned out to be quite the opposite.

After we (group of 14) ordered all our food, appetizers and main course the manager asked us to take our baby outside simply because she was cooing (not crying). This was shocking and completely inappropriate, especially given that we were celebrating such a special occasion.

We had planned a joyful celebration with our family, but instead, we were made to feel unwelcome and uncomfortable. This is not how any parents should be treated, especially on their child's first birthday. The rest of the meal was overshadowed by this unpleasant encounter, and it ruined what should have been a happy occasion.

We left feeling incredibly disappointed and upset. What was supposed to be a milestone celebration turned into a stressful and unpleasant experience. I urge Tasty Bistro to reconsider how they treat families and handle situations involving young children. We will not be returning and cannot recommend this place to others, especially families looking to celebrate special moments.

My 4-star is not far from a 5-star, only because I call upon this establishment when in Yaletown, and would prefer an authentic Indian food experience... but it's a tad watered down.
I can offer 10 other 5-star 'Indian food' options for you...

Anyway, the food is good, not exceptional, the drinks could be cheaper. While this may seem like a below par review, it's not; this place will give you that authentic culinary high-spiced experience, the chicken is also moist, lamb is luscious , vegetables are delectable, portions could be loftier

I've always ordered take out from the place but it's a first going into the dining room. The decor was modern but had nods to India which really make it unique.

We got the korma, butter chicken, samosa, and aloo gobi; everything was fantastic!

One thing I found odd was that the rice had to be purchased separate. Another thing to note is that the food took quite awhile for it to arrive. We went on a not so busy Wednesday afternoon and our food still took about 30 ish mins. I can only imagine how long it would take when they are busy.

Tasty Indian Bistro in Vancouver exceeded my expectations and came highly recommended by multiple Uber drivers, emphasizing its popularity within the local Indian community. As a fan of Indian cuisine, I was delighted to find that it lived up to the hype. The ambiance is simply exquisite, making it an ideal setting for friends, a romantic date night, or even a solo dining experience, which I thoroughly enjoyed. Starting with a smooth and subtly flavored chai, the pot generously provided enough for two full cups of this delightful tea.

Moving on to the main course, I ordered lamb vindaloo, white rice, and naan. The naan, though thinner than what I've had before, maintained its signature light and flaky texture. The lamb vindaloo was a true highlight - tender and mouthwatering, the sauce was a perfect complement to the white rice. What added an unexpected twist to my experience was the lively music selection, featuring artists like Mindless Behavior and other hip-hop songs, creating an upbeat atmosphere even though the restaurant was relatively empty during my visit. The friendly server provided excellent recommendations, and I left wanting to party. The vibe of the place is so pleasant.

Tasty Indian Bistro is a must-visit for anyone craving Indian cuisine in Vancouver.

This place was recommended by a local and did not disappoint! Food was delish! pakoras, tandoori paneer, lamb vindaloo...all were great. Be warned that portions are big. Made for sharing. Service was excellent and we thought the price was very reasonable. Also a really pretty place in a cool neighborhood. 2 thumbs up from these diners!