Ottawa Foodies

I went here the other night with some friends for the first time after studying all day in the library. I was a little hesitant about the whole Hare Krishna aspect, but was pleasantly surprised.

It was exactly what I needed! I ate my fill (and more) for $5.00.

They had the same stuff that foodlover described below and it was all delicious. We got there right when they opened so the food was extremely fresh when it came out. I definitely had thirds (slightly embarrassing!)

The chef who was there was extremely friendly and spoke with my friend about his upcoming trip to the Caribbean.

I liked taking my shoes off, it made the whole experience feel very cozy, like I was eating at home.

We just got back from the most lovely, healthy, fresh, most flavourful meal that I have had in a long time! All you can eat for $7.00 or $5.00 if you're a student. This is a Hare Krishna place so it's more 'donation' oriented. What was in the buffet tonight (which I believe is the same every night?) was a nice fennel and cilantro flavoured yellow split pea soup, simple and plain spicy pasta salad, lettuce and vegetable salad, brown rice, lentils and veggie dish, and a curry potato/green bean dish. The dessert was a deliciously moist spiced banana cake.

While we were up filling our plates the first time, the gentleman let us know that that was the last of the cake....so good thing I snagged a piece!

I have to mention that when we walked in, we noticed that people's shoes were there in the entrance so I peeked in and realized that everyone had their shoes off....so of course we took ours off too but I didn't have any socks on...OK for me but maybe not for everybody. I don't think it would have been a problem if the shoes were kept on though. The man running it was so polite and friendly!! I will definitely be going back, and soon hopefully!

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