Vij's
★ 4.3 (3,085) · 
· $$
3106 Cambie St., Vancouver, BC V5Z 2W2, Canada
Phone: (604) 736-6664
Website: https://vijs.ca/vijs-restaurant/
Vij's in Vancouver is a 4.3-star Indian restaurant with 3,085 Google reviews, known for Lamb Popsicles and Vikram's Favorite Snack.
Why we love it
- Indian with inventive, modern twists
- Located near Near Cambie St. and W 15th Ave
- Lively atmosphere, attentive service, owner interaction
- Upscale dining with a focus on savoring the experience
- Indian with inventive, modern twists
- Located near Near Cambie St. and W 15th Ave
- Lively atmosphere, attentive service, owner interaction
- Upscale dining with a focus on savoring the experience
What to Order
Lamb Popsicles
Tender lamb chops, often described as "lollipops," served with a rich, flavorful sauce that's a signature of Vij's.
"The lamb popsicles were delectable and with the vijs favorite snack 😋"
Jennifer l
Vikram's Favorite Snack
A unique and highly praised appetizer, often featuring a fried chicken twist on butter chicken with an amazing sauce.
"Vikram's favorite snack is a pretty fun fried chicken twist on butter chicken. The sauce was really amazing!"
Archana Mysore
Halibut
A perfectly cooked and spiced halibut dish, often served in a flavorful curry or with a divine sauce.
"The halibut was excellent and the sauce was divine..."
Munro Stuff
Naan
Freshly baked bread, noted for its fluffy texture and often with a hint of garlic, perfect for soaking up curries.
"The naan was extremely fluffy and had just the perfect hint of garlic."
Archana Mysore
Pista Kulfi
A traditional Indian frozen dessert, praised as one of the best kulfis available, offering a sweet and creamy end to the meal.
"Pista Kulfi is best kulfi I have had in Canada. Well done."
M D
Spicy Jackfruit
A flavorful and shareable dish featuring jackfruit, often prepared with coriander spice, offering a unique vegetarian option.
"My favorite dish was the spicy jackfruit that was shareable dish."
Saurabh Shankar
Inside Scoop
- Portions are on the smaller side, slightly more than tasting menu style.
- Service can be slow, designed to encourage you to savor the experience.
- Chef Vikram Vij frequently walks the dining room, greeting guests and taking photos.
- The restaurant can be very busy with tables crammed together, leading to a lively but potentially noisy atmosphere.
- Expect a pricey meal, but many find the overall experience worth it for special occasions.