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Coconut Lagoon
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- Yes
11 reviews for Coconut Lagoon
11 reviews in English
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Review from Tanima M.
Ottawa, ON
5/1/2012
From the outside you would never guess that it is the best indian restaurant in Ottawa. They serve south indian food, or more specifically Keralan food (a state in india) which is known for it's mix of tangy, sweet and spicy flavours.
I'm a huge dosa fan, and this is the only place I have found in Ottawa that has the authentic tangy flavour to its dosa. I usually get the crispy plain paper dosa, and about two bowls of the yummy coconut chutney. We often come here on Sundays for the buffet, it allows you to try all their great meals like pepper lamb, the king fish, idlis, as well as all you can eat dosas!
The butter chicken here is amazing! Though a north indian dish, after being asked numerous times if they had the dish, they had to start serving it. I'm happy they decided that if they had to serve it, they would serve the best in town.
If you want authentic indian food go here. -
Review from Samantha M.
Ottawa, ON
3/29/2012
I came here after reading the rave reviews from just about everyone. It's a little bit far from me since I live in The Glebe but I wanted to try some Kerala-style Indian cuisine and their menu has some dishes I've never even heard of. The decor here is a little fancy looking but it's still really casual, jeans are fine!
I started with an order of samosas, and a Naddan Kohzi Curry. My friend got chicken pakoras, butter chicken and a mango lassi. The mango lassi I just had a sip of but it was wonderful, strong, sweet mango taste. The appetizers didn't take long, the samosas were smaller than usual but there were 6 of them and a mint sauce that came with them. The pakoras weren't the usual round shape and smelled strongly of curry, I tried a bite and they were delicious, they did also taste quite a bit like curry but it wasn't overwhelming, the sauce that came with them was a orangey yogurt sauce and it was really tasty too. The samosas were so different, it tasted and looked like there was a tomato base instead of a potato one, the inside was red, I enjoyed them. The pastry part was more of a phyllo instead of actual dough like I've had at other places.
The food was fast to come out after our appetizers, they were served in the usual little metal container you see in most Indian places. I tried a bit of my friends butter chicken, it was rich and creamy and really good. Mine was also tasty, it was spicy, sour, with a hint of coconut, there were these little leaves all throughout it too. I don't know what they are but they sure looked nice.
I found the portions to be a bit smaller than at other Indian places I've been to, and it was a lot more expensive. The butter chicken was almost $17 and mine was $16, because of this I prefer Host India on Montreal but this place is a definite close second.
Forgot to add: After our appetizers they brought us a papadum with this sauce, and I'm going to try to describe the sauce... It looked like marmalade, same consistency, but it was kind of sour, kind of sweet. It was MINDBLOWING. I don't understand why it was so good. -
Review from Spike D.
1/22/2012
In this episode, I eat too much and fall off my chair happy. There is so much mediocre Indian food in Ottawa, it is a delight to find really good, really original food prepared with so much care and attention -- and at a buffet!
This is Kerala-style from the south of India. Region is famous, says our server, for coconuts and lagoons (thus the name of the restaurant?)
Ginger sweet potato soup with ground up fried chiles was a great start. Soup would have been the star if not for the lentil donuts. Warm, savoury, fried rings of flavour - soft and crunchy all at the same time.
Lots and lots of mains and sides to choose from. Sides featured a lot of fresh vegetable salads, bean salads, and a ton of condiments - many were new to me. Coconut chutney is great. Hey, did I mention they bring you a plate of fresh filled dhosas (think crispy crepes) with coconut chutney to your table when you arrive?
The best of the main courses for me were the pepper lamb - rich and tender - and the curry eggs. Yep, curry eggs. Think of a savoury, creamy, coconut custard. Better add another one of those lentil donuts on the side. Salmon curry was also good.
Dessert - and I never get dessert at Indian buffets - was transcendent. Sweet little cakes in piping hot syrup sounds a bit overkill, but not when paired with tangy mango tapioca mousse. Wicked good.
Location is definitely out of the way -- Between the Minute Muffler and the Islamic Cultural Centre. Parking is not bad. Lots of seating AND they have a weekend brunch buffet. -
Review from Patrick M.
Ottawa, ON
5/10/2012
Listen up, and listen good. The food is great, the prices are more than reasonable, the place is nice unpretentious, and the staff treat you like you want to be treated. Best Indian food in Ottawa period. the Pakora's the spicy shrimp,(whatever its called) oh and the Kingfish dish, AWESOME. Just go, wait call first, make a reservation then go!
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Review from Coy W.
Updated - 1/17/2012 1 Check-in Here
Man I love this place! Best Indian food in Ottawa by a bit! I must say that their festivals are definitely a fantastic food experience that you would not normally experience during their regular menus and buffets. The regular buffet is still a fantastic choice as is their ala carte.
If you have a chance to come by I say you should tried the curried eggs and the pepper lamb. I'm pretty sure I could try to eat only these items but be saddened not to get the other delicious items into my belly.
As I mentioned in my original post here, it's not your regular Indian restaurant, it's more of a south Indian restaurant meaning you will not find the same items you see at your other Indian buffets though they did add butter chicken to the menu for everyone asking.
The soups and the breads you dip into them are also very good. I'll be back and back often! I can't wait until they do their biriyani festival.Listed in: 2012: 366 Day Challenge, Ottawa: Best Eats, Ottawa: Flavours of India
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9/14/2011
What do you mean that this is a vegetarian only festival?!?!?!?
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Review from Kunal M.
12/24/2011
Undoubtedly the BEST INDIAN restaurant in Ottawa. The only indian restaurant with a certified executive chef and that speaks for itself in the food.
Lunch buffet: Loads of options. Indian food with a south indian touch.Different food everyday so if you do end up here twice in the week, you get to eat different dishes unlike other indian buffets. Do try the soup and the deserts.
A-la-Carte: Simple elegant menu with selections for vegetarians to non-vegetarians. A carefully selected wine-list and do ask for recommendations. Shrimp Moilee and Kovallam Lobster Masala are to die for. I like them with the parathas.
The service is at par with the food. Staff greets you with a smile and always keen to help you choose dishes if you are open to try something new (not your usual favorite dish). I could go as far as to say the best indian restaurant in Ontario.
***** for food quality, taste, service -
Review from Michael C.
Ottawa, ON
12/5/2011 1 Check-in Here
Refreshing departure from standard Indian fare. This hidden gem is tucked away in a very unlikely location but it's well worth the trip. Great variety of dishes, good amount of veg options. I'd highly recommend the Ada Parthaman. One of the most unique (and vegan!) desserts I've had.
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Review from Martin W.
3/8/2011 1 Check-in Here
Very good food here. It is a different style of Indian food than I am normally used to but was very impressed with the uniqueness in flavours. I was a huge fan of the peppercorn lamb and egg curry. I would think you could probably tank up on this food and not eat for an entire day. I almost did! I would definitely come here again if given the chance.
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Review from Ari S.
Ottawa, ON
3/20/2011
One of the best Indian restaurants I've been to in Canada if you dig South Indian food. It's especially impressive considering the surrounding neighborhood of ugly strip malls. The Dosa is the best I've had outside of India. The vindaloo could be a tad spicier (the place is authentic but they don't serve it the way it's supposed to be -with pork) but it was still quite good. The Thalis are also highly recommended.
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Review from Dave C.
Ottawa, ON
6/5/2011 1 Check-in Here
i read some great reviews, so decided to try it out sat eve....i had heard the service was so-so, i thought it was pretty good actually, very prompt, not the happy go lucky type, but very effecient - food was fantastic, had the butter chicken and the thali (lamb) - very flavorful.
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Review from Warren H.
Ottawa, ON
1/19/2010 1 Check-in Here
Been for Lunch Buffet and sit down dinners. Staff is very efficient and cordial. South Indian menu offers some dishes you don't generally get to see.
