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Mahal Tanjore (Previously Thanjai Ottawa) Restaurant

Dosa, Vegan Menu, South Indian

$$

Top tips

Ask about: animal ingredients

  • Try the dry fruit dosa and masala dosa specialties.
  • Good to know: Note some dishes like Chana masala are not vegan despite expectations.
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  • Ask staff for vegan dishes prepared with separate utensils.
  • Enjoy the $15 breakfast buffet available on weekends till 1 pm.
  • Patio seating is available for a relaxed dining experience.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention dosa, curry and dal.

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Also gobi manchurian, idli and uttapam.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for affordable and good value.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Mahal Tanjore is a casual South Indian restaurant renowned for offering over 50 dosa varieties including dry fruit dosa and masala dosa. It provides a $15 breakfast buffet on weekends featuring gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan-friendly options. The venue has indoor and patio seating, wheelchair accessible facilities, and live music events, making it family-friendly and welcoming to groups seeking a relaxed dining experience.

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108 Third Ave, Ottawa, ON K1S 2J8, Canada

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
11:00–22:00
Friday
11:00–22:00
Saturday
10:00–22:00
Sunday
10:00–22:00

the food

4.5 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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3.8 1,573 reviews Read on Google Maps
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4.0 6 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
mock meat

Ask about: Hidden animal ingredients in dishes labelled vegan: ask about sauces and broths.

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