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Eastern Twist
Categories: Restaurants Indian Restaurants Pakistani Indian, Pakistani [Edit]
505 St Clair Ave WToronto, ON M6C 1A1
Neighbourhoods: Casa Loma, Wychwood
(416) 531-9305
- Price Range:
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$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- No
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- No
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Alcohol:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Quiet
- Has TV:
- No
7 reviews for Eastern Twist
7 reviews in English
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Review from Harrisimo F.
Toronto, ON
3/15/2012
Situated right on the increasingly bustling corner of Bathurst and St Clair lies an inconspicuous and unflattering little take out place that by all means looks like a run of the mill pan Asian restaurant specializing in mediocre food with jacked up prices; but man what first looks just don't know.
This place is not one for the decor, it's more of a takeout place and it's just find the way it is because the food here is simply fantastic and while not all of its dishes measure up to the same quality as others, most of the dishes are quite tasty and reasonably priced.
The point to remember when going here is to order a 'paratha' wrap rather than a dish which comes with rice. Now don't get me wrong, the rice and its even sexier sibling coconut rice is just fine here, but the freshly made paratha bread straight out of the over is at the top of my list as the best wrap bread I have ever tasted.
It's rich in flavour and infuses palatable elements of other delectable flat breads like nan into a stretchy, chewy masterpiece which surrounds your choice of sumptuous fillings like butter chicken or various vegetable masala's in what quickly becomes a textural delight upon completion.
To top it off, every paratha wrap is served with very fresh standard veg like salad and tomato's and some unique options like spicy marinated carrots and your choice of a variety of amazing sauces like tamarind and hot sauce.
Last but not least, it's very important to mention the absolutely gargantuan size of each paratha wrap which, to put it in ethereal terms, is roughly the size of a medium human head and feels like it weighs a good kg and a half. Thankfully, it does not feel that heavy in your stomach because of its wealth of healthy ingredients and the high quality of the ingredients used, Also, for those looking to get their money's worth, the massive paratha wrap is often large enough to be divided into 2 separate meals if you are not exceptionally hungry.
I would recommend the Caribbean Chicken if you are looking for something with meat and the potato curry if you are looking for something vegetarian. I almost exclusively get the potato curry because I think it's not only the best tasting and most filling option on the menu, but it also happens to be the cheapest at $5.95. C'mon, where else in Toronto are you going to get a massively healthy and tasty wrap for 7 bucks tax included?
Answer: Eastern Twist -
Review from Jon S.
Toronto, ON
2/27/2012 3 Check-ins Here
Eastern Twist is a great addition to the Bathurst/St Clair area. It's nice to have a fast-food option that isn't Pizza Pizza or Subway (or, now, Harvey's).
The restaurant offers a diverse options, with a variety of flavourful curries and seasoned meats. When I go to Eastern Twist, it's usually for a paratha wrap. My favourite tends to be the spicy beef wrap, though the BBQ chicken tikka wrap and the butter chicken wrap are both delicious too -- the butter chicken is the best bet for someone who does not like things spicy. The paratha (bread) itself is absolutely scrumptious.
Once the bread and filling are ready, you can choose which toppings you'd like to add. These include lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and (very) spicy carrots. There are yogurt and tamarind sauces as well. Beware the carrots! They are delicious, but will be too spicy for some people's tastes.
The vegetarian samosas are cheap and delectable as well.
Everything is made to order, so you may have to wait for 10 or so minutes for it to be ready. You can call in an order to pick up, but I have had mixed results describing what I want and getting it right.
On the whole, I love having the option of grabbing a bite here rather than the standard fast-food options nearby. -
Review from Tracy W.
Toronto, ON
2/21/2012 4 Check-ins Here
Dear Eastern Twist. I miss you!
Since having relocated out of the Bathurst and St Clair area, there are few things about the old hood that have me feeling sad and nostalgic. The wraps at Eastern Twist are a serious factor. I now live about 45min away, and I've gone THAT far to stop in here. What?!
This is a small, independently owned shop, with a name that in my eyes, does not conjure what it should. Aside from that, the offerings at this little stop have yet failed to disappoint. Granted, as others have pointed out, previous staffing have proved the experience less than rich, however, I'll note that upon recent visits, no sign if pouty pants or the bizarre one who kept calling me "Helen" (even after correcting her) were seen. In fact, I did like the young lady who assembled my meal.
Now, aside from all that, the food here is really great. A bit in the pricier side compared to the adjoining food stops, but, this is far more interesting, tasty, and independent. So, there. The BBQ chicken wrap comes in a giant portion, rolled up in a slightly chewy, soft paratha wrap, either white or whole wheat. The chicken is fresh, cooked to order, ANC mighty good. Add in some handsome offerings of lettuce, coriander, some achar (spicy pickled veg), and hot sauce, and you are off to enjoy. Other great dishes include the butter chicken wrap, potato curry, and zafrani Palau. You know how the dog stomps his leg when you scratch that spot on his belly just right? This is what happens to me when I bit into a wrap from here.
Sigh. If only they delivered. -
Review from Angela C.
York, ON
11/30/2011
I've been twice and loved the food. I had the veggie curry. Yum. The fresh paratha bread is particularly awesome as a hangover-happy food! I had good service both times. Alice served me on my most recent trip and she was very friendly.
Do not buy the drinks there, however! The orange juice had settled so much it looked like apple juice with a bright orange ring at the bottom. To be safe, my partner ordered a fruit punch. It looked fine from the outside but when he got to the bottom...lots of red flakes. It was gross.
Otherwise, great for takeout to bring home and eat with your own beverages! They have great hours but are closed on Sundays, which is unfortunate!
I find the prices very reasonable for such delicious, fresh fusion. -
Review from Julianna B.
Toronto, ON
6/5/2009
I hate to disagree with Mike S.'s great review below, but I've had three meh experiences at Eastern Twist. I wish I could love it, but no luck.
1) Food; fine but bland. Perhaps a little pricey for the portions.
2) Service: total loss. My first two servers were charming but bizarrely incompetent, and the guy who served me yesterday looked so bored and sulky I thought his brain was about to collapse and create a black hole.
Honestly, I could get more food, tastier food, and less sulk next door at the Subway. How lame is that? -
Review from bleach r.
York, ON
2/18/2011
I was living on Queen and love Gandhi, so when I moved in this area I was kinda wish Gandhi has a location here, but Eastern Twist fix that for me yeaa !!!
I order the butter chicken on rice ( xtra spicy ), very good
so judging from that, I think their food's very good.
I will order other things from them for sure.
prices are average $10 -
Review from Mike S.
Toronto, ON
8/29/2008
I'm not completely sure how to classify Eastern Twist, the closest is Indian, but it's unlike any Indian food I've ever had. You wouldn't expect much from the little unassuming store on St. Clair west, it doesn't look like much more than another fast food place but that is far from the truth, fast food it may be but it is anything but typical. The basic unit of food is the Paratha which is a wrap made essentially from naan, and filled with different Indian-esque type foods. It's such a simple concept that someone should have thought of it before, and it's delicious. The naan is always hot and fresh, the fillings are spiced perfectly and have just the right level of heat and the service is always friendly. I always seem to end up in a conversation with who ever is behind the counter when I go. For those of you like me who are downtown denizens, it is a bit of a haul from the core and it's almost worth taking the street car to Bathurst. I'm lucky because I have friends in the area and when I go see them we always go to Eastern Twist but even if you don't have your very own Forest Hill chums go once it'll be worth it.
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