Lila Restaurant

Great place! Indian inspiration bursting with flavour and gorgeous presentation. Classic Cocktails with a twist. One stop at this restaurant is impossible as they change the menu with the seasons. The staff is very friendly and professional.

I had high hopes for Lila but, unfortunately, my experience was disappointing. 1. Food Quality – The dishes were overly greasy and over-fried, leaving me with stomach discomfort for hours afterward. The flavors were not well-balanced, and the execution felt off. 2. Service & Accuracy – I specifically requested a low-carb meal for my child and was assured I’d get chickpeas and raita, but instead, we were given sweet potatoes and French fries, with no raita. This was not what I ordered, and I was still charged $10 for it. 3. Portion vs. Price – I ordered a side of paneer, expecting a decent portion, but was given just five very small, burnt pieces for $4.50, which didn’t feel worth it. Overall, I appreciate that new restaurants take time to refine their service, but these issues made for an unpleasant meal. I hope they can improve both their food preparation and attention to customer requests in the future.

We came here for Valentine's so it was super busy and with a great bustling atmosphere. Staff were friendly and were able to accommodate my fiance's wheelchair with no issues. Our server recommended the beets and we were thankful to take the suggestion as it was actually one of our highlights from the evening. The mushroom and paneer curry was equally as flavourful, with a thicker sauce. We also tried the pea and halloumi curry but it wasn't to our personal taste. A bit more of a watery sauce compared to the paneer one. The bread was also fell a bit flat for us but could just be personal preference as we prefer thicker and fluffier bread. Overall we had a great night and were glad we tried this place out!

I am in love!!! What an amazing addition to Main Street and Indian cuisine in Vancouver! I loved every second of this experience. Incredible service and such a fantastic and well curated menu. I love the story behind the restaurant and that it’s run by two powerhouse women. It was genuinely amazing to hear about the story of the restaurant and the goals of bringing true Indian flavors into the dining experience. Mission accomplished! The menu brilliantly brings together Indian flavors with a modern spin. It felt like healthy comfort food which may be my new favourite combo. I will be back and hope to be a regular! If you’re looking for a great spot with fantastic service, atmosphere and food this is it. The cocktails were also top notch. Can’t wait to hear the continued success of this amazing restaurant!

First of all, great service! Now about the food: it was quite expensive for the size that you get. Very small portions for both appetizers and entrees. Everything was also extremely oily. The atmosphere was alright, the place is pretty small though.

Lila Restaurant: Simply Outstanding Wow—what an experience! This small, cozy spot is all about sharing plates and incredible flavors. The menu is full of standouts, from wild salmon sashimi to my personal favorite: Portobello mushroom with paneer—absolutely delicious. Sorry for the lack of photos; I was too busy enjoying the food and the company. You’ll just have to experience it for yourself!

Date night at this beautiful garden themed restaurant was such a hit for us. The beverages and service really stood out, but I still catch myself thinking about the mushroom in onion curry sauce. We didn't have reservations but we were seated right away at the bar (Friday night dinnertime) which was still cozy and we actually enjoyed the window seat (such a good vibe for a rainy night) I recommend this spot especially for happy hour, and I'm looking forward to visiting again soon! ☺️

Very interesting food with great service. The staff were well-informed and highly professional. The food tasted fantastic, especially since we were expecting spicier flavors, as mentioned by our server. The dishes were delicious and full of flavor, especially if you enjoy spicy and Indian cuisine. The cocktails were also excellent. While the atmosphere and design could have been improved, the overall vibe was still lovely. However, the downside was the poor acoustics, with close tables and loud conversations detracting from the experience.

I've been wanting to try Lila since I found out about it opening and I finally did. I love that it has a modern twist on Indian food with a number of dishes being vegan/gluten free or having a vegan option available. As someone who has been dairy free for over a year, I often find it difficult when I there's no dairy free or vegan options available (and Indian food is one of my favourite cuisines). The restaurant itself is small so I would recommend making a reservation especially when heading into the evening dinner hours. They have super cute but small patio upfront and also a back yard too with some tables (didn't get to see this). Service was wonderful. The staff were quite friendly which was amazing. I will definitely be back here.

What a fun experience. We tried most of their vegan items this time and I am impressed by their variety. We just barely made their happy hour so I managed to get their Pretty Hard Lemonade which was tasty and refreshing. The menu is designed to be shared and they recommend approximately 2 dishes per person which was pretty accurate. Now on to the food. Cauliflower and Potato Pakora: 10/10 came in a plate of 5. Decent size and for the happy hour price, it was very reasonable. Great flavour, well seasoned and the chutney was delicious. Highly recommended. White Bean and Kale Curry: 7/10 although my friend rates it 10/10 I found it a bit salty for me and lacked flavour compared to everything else we had. I expected a bit more heat with the jalapeno, but I didn't even notice it was there. Potato Tiki: 9/10 I loved the flavour. I'm a huge fan of the salty sweet, so the tamarind and blueberry mixed with the potato and chickpeas was the perfect combo. I would say the reason its 9/10 was because we both though the dish would be hot but it was a cold dish, and feel like it should have been noted on the menu. Black Chickpeas and Zucchini Cakes in Coconut Curry: 8/10 zucchini cakes could have used more flavour and the coconut curry, while good, wasnt as flavourful as I expected. Flavour was mild with just a touch of heat. The basmati rice was excellent. Super fluffy and cooked perfectly. Our service was great and attentive. Would love to come back and try the vegetarian/meat dishes one day.

A new restaurant on Main street, which I believe is associated with Vij's and the Acorn. Very plant forward restaurant with friendly service and surprisingly big (and warm) back patio area. Potato & Cauliflower Pakoras with Fresh Mango & Mint Chutney ($7 during happy hour) 7.5/10 Look, it's very hard to mess up fried food in general, but the fresh mango and chutney really takes it up a notch! This is one of the few food options for happy hour, so would recommend you take advantage of it. Halloumi Cheeese and Peas in 7 Spice Bechamel ($23) 8.5/10 My love for halloumi cheese might make me biased, but imo this is the best dish in Lila. Love how rick and thick the curry was, our friend couldn't stop dipping everything in it! Black Chickpea and Zucchini Cakes in Coconut Curry with Basmati Rice ($24) 6.5/10 A pretty interesting patty like curry. I like the coconut taste but felt like the curry was very watery. Cauliflower Sauteed in Cumin and Tomato Masala ($15) 6.5/10 Somehow this dish was also rather unmemorable to me. Pretty much what it says on the menu? Indian Mango Custard ($12) 8.5/10 The mango in combination with the blackberry jam is tdf. We underestimated this dish given how simple it looked but devoured it in minutes. Ginger Cardamom Chai ($3.5) 7.5/10 Nothing like a good old chai to warm you up when the weather gets chilly (and a portable heater). Very good chai with a nice kick.

Solid Indian fusion place that's similar to Vij's, which is no surprise given that it's a collab between Vij's and Acorn/ex-Arbor restaurateurs. They have a bunch of vegan options, which is what got us in the door to try the place. We sat out back in their pretty garden dining area. Their menu is done like Acorn's, in that the smaller portioned items are listed on top, with bigger items at the bottom. We ordered: -Potato & Cauliflower Pakoras with Mint & Mango Chutney ($10 for happy hour; $15 normally). This came with 5 pieces -- why 5? That won't be evenly divisible for most tables! -- with a really nice batter that wasn't too thick and a nice creamy dip that I wouldn't have called a chutney. Not too oily, with a high vegetable-to-batter ration. This was a nice way to start the meal. -Sprouted Mung Bean Salad ($8). Don't order this right now -- it needs major revising. Very boring and plain. We told the server about this, and he wiped it from the bill, thanking us for the feedback. Real nice service. -White Beans & Kale Curry ($17). Super tasty, moderately spicy, moderately rich curry, though I didn't really notice any kale -- perhaps it was pureed and blended into the curry. The beans were does nice, the fried onions were phenomenal in here, and the dish was garnished with chopped fresh tomatoes and raw onion. Excellent dish. -Sauteed Seasonal Vegetables & Lentil Curry with Pakoras & Tamarind ($26). Solid dish, with lots of carrot, edamame, onion, with 4 pieces of pakora, and a soupy pureed lentil curry. Nice flavours and textures, and very filling. The food was very tasty other than the one dud. Lots of care was put into the dishes and to the aesthetics. Service was absolutely top-notch. Reservations recommended, as it gets busy, especially on the weekend. We'll definitely return in a few months once they've fully dialed in what it is they do. But it's already a nice spot and worth visiting.

Amazing taste and quality, with the same excellent service and dining area as the Arbor which preceded it. Back patio is super chill. My only gripe is the price and lack of options for bigger eaters. This is not a place to stuff yourself. 5 pakoras for 15 bucks is a hard pill to swallow, even though they are truly incredible tasting

Stumbled upon a soft opening at Lila & luckily all 5 of us were seated. Ordered all 7 starters to share & they were superb. Service was great - a happy crew. cocktails, also excellent. Had 'marg' with spicy rim, tamarind, and a mega ice-cube, so it's chilled till the last sip (why doesn't every place do this?) Warm, cozy room, great decor with the greenery. Can't wait to come back and sample the rest of the menu.

Food was absolutely delicious - and the back patio is so perfect in the summer. The beets, cheddar samosa and arctic char were some of my favourite dishes but loved them all. Great cocktails as well.