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Gateway To India Restaurant

202 Fourth Street, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada
2507554037
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Ranked #30 of 184 restaurants in Nanaimo
Cuisines: Indian
Good for: Romantic
Most recent review
- 21 Apr 2013
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Good for: Romantic
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nanaimo B.C.
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13 reviews 13 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

The food here is amazing, truly. I loved everything we tried. We had a vegetable sampler starter, butter chicken, lamb curry, and Naan. SOOOOO good. Unfortunately the service was not good, the waitress was on her own, too much for one person, not really her fault. There was some man that was dressed in an outside jacket that was randomly... More

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Nanaimo, Canada
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4 restaurant reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

great curried chicken and can order it just the way one likes it , the service was great and all the food fresh

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nanaimo
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

I went there two months ago and was blown away. I came back last week and the portion sizes were halved and it didn't taste as amazingly as before. I give it 3.5 out of 5

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Goulburn, Australia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2013

Having tried the other Indian restaurants in Nanaimo, this one is way ahead of the competition. Although not located in the downtown core, and may not look the most appealing from outside, it is a 'must visit' for those who appreciate good indian cuisine. A clean and modern interior, attentative staff combined with beautifully spiced and flavorsome food. This restaurant... More

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Gabriola, British Columbia, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2013

Recently renovated interior very pleasant. Best spicing and flavours in Indian cooking I have experienced in a smaller restaurant.

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Nanaimo, Canada
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17 reviews 17 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 December 2012 via mobile

@MineralPROwater: Enjoyed an amazing dinner at Gateway to India. Incredible cuisine, one of the best Indian dining experiences I've had! Great food, great staff.

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Vancouver Island, Canada
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64 reviews 64 reviews
44 restaurant reviews
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2012

First time here and we very impressed. The people were welcoming, service laid back and not rushed. The best Indian food I have had in Nanaimo. Biriani and lamb curry was great, a very nice evening. Don't be fooled by the outside of the premises, may look a bit rough but the interior is modern and has an exotic Indian... More

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nanaimo
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28 reviews 28 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2012 via mobile

Turning up at the restaurant, we were not expecting much, but we were pleasantly surprised by the decor and the warm welcome. We were with a couple who were not familiar with east Indian cuisine, but our lady server was patient and made suggestions in a nice way( not trying to up sell). I would definately recommend cold tiger beer... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 September 2012 via mobile

Food was very good, the better of other east Indian places I have been in Nanaimo. Price was very good, shared a bunch of dishes with people and everyone was satisfied. Service could be better, they were friendly, just very slow, and it seemed people who got there after us were eating first. Would definitely go again though!

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Nanaimo
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34 reviews 34 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 August 2012

My boyfriend and I had take out from here last night and boy am I sorry I didn't try this restaurant sooner! I ordered the Butter Chicken with sides of Roti and garlic Naan. My boyfriend had the Coconut curry and the garlic Naan as well. The food has such fantastic flavour and the Naan was so incredibly fresh and... More

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