Poorani Vilaas
6055 Steeles Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1X 0A7, Canada
Phone: (416) 332-0606
Website: http://www.pooranivilaas.ca/
Poorani Vilaas in Scarborough is a 3.4-star restaurant with 380 Google reviews, known for Samosas and Appam.
Why we love it
- Authentic Tamil food with Sri Lankan influence
- Takeaway focus, wide variety of short eats, homely vibe
- Counter service with potential for long waits
- Authentic Tamil food with Sri Lankan influence
- Located nearby
- Takeaway focus, wide variety of short eats, homely vibe
- Counter service with potential for long waits
What to Order
Samosas
These savory pastries are a consistent crowd-pleaser, praised for their flavor and often highlighted as a top choice in the GTA.
"Best samosas and appam in the GTA and good service!"
Sairah Sujanani
Appam
A delicate, bowl-shaped pancake, often served with a sweet coconut milk center, frequently cited as the best in the area.
"Yes this place has the best appam!! Sweet dosa thingy with coconut milk in the I mean real fresh coconut milk in the centre!"
Brindha Raj
Patties
These spicy pastries are a popular "short eat" option, known for their flavor and often recommended as a must-try.
"Best petties in town. It is spicy so be carful."
Rin G
Dosa
A thin, crispy pancake, often served with a flavorful chutney that many reviewers rave about.
"The chutney with the dosa was to die for!! Will definitely go back and try other items besides the Vada and dosa that we tried today."
Nitin Mahajan
Hoppers
Similar to appam, these are light and airy, often enjoyed with coconut sambol for a complete experience.
"I love their Hoppers, Stringhoppers and coconut sambol! Even the bread 🍞 is yummy 😋 mild spicy and eatable!"
N U
Inside Scoop
- Call ahead to place your order for quicker pickup.
- Be prepared for potential customer service issues, as multiple reviewers have noted negative interactions.
- The phone number listed may not always be in service, so plan accordingly.
- Parking can be difficult to find, especially on weekends.
- Some popular finger foods sell out quickly or may be undercooked if you wait for fresh batches.