East Is East

Veg Options Middle Eastern, Vegan Menu, Live Music

★ 4.6 · $$ · Hours

DinnerDatesGluten FreeGroupsExperience

Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating

lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the Chai Feast tasting menu to sample multiple vegan dishes" "Try the Chai Feast tasting menu to sample multiple vegan dishes"
"Ask for gluten-free bread option made from crispy brown rice"
"Enjoy the live music but expect a $3–5 charge per person during performances"
"Make reservations for smaller parties rather than large groups to avoid added charges and service delays"
"Request plant-based milk for soy chai or chai drinks"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  tea, roti, chai tea — popular (×3)
roti — popular (×2)
chai — popular (×2)
mushroom — fan-favourite
mushroom soup — fan-favourite
 

thumb_up Praised for:  many vegan options, friendly staff, beautiful interior many vegan options ×7
friendly staff ×7
beautiful interior ×4
nice atmosphere ×3
helpful staff ×2
 

East is East - Main St offers a vibrant mix of Persian, Afghan, and Indian influenced Middle Eastern cuisine with a focus on accommodating vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets. The restaurant features a lively atmosphere enhanced by live music and attentive staff, with popular offerings such as the all-you-can-eat Chai Feast and tasting menus. While casual to mid-range in price, guests appreciate the cultural ambiance and variety of flavorful plant-based dishes, though some note wait times and additional charges during live entertainment.