Turmeric/South Indian restaurant/Bar
South Asian

Turmeric/South Indian restaurant/Bar

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← Sandy Hill
Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryCurbside pickup

ABOUT

This South Indian restaurant on Elgin Street in Sandy Hill specializes in authentic curries, dosas, and biryanis at moderate prices. The menu features several vegetarian options alongside meat dishes, and the kitchen demonstrates technical skill in spice layering and traditional cooking methods. Turmeric maintains a casual atmosphere with full bar service and has earned consistent 4.5-star ratings from patrons.

HOURS

Sunday 6:00 am - 4:00 am
Monday 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Tuesday 6:00 am - 4:00 am
Wednesday 6:00 am - 5:00 am
Thursday 6:00 am - 5:00 am
Friday 6:00 am - 5:00 am
Saturday (today) 6:00 am - 5:00 am

RESTAURANT DETAILS

🍽️ Service Options
βœ“ Dine-in βœ“ Takeout βœ“ Delivery βœ“ Curbside pickup
⭐ Popular For
βœ“ Breakfast
πŸ₯— Offerings
βœ“ Vegetarian options
πŸͺ‘ Dining Options
βœ“ Breakfast
🏠 Amenities
βœ“ Washroom
πŸ‘₯ Crowd
βœ“ Families
πŸ’³ Payments
βœ“ Credit cards βœ“ Debit cards
πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking
βœ“ Paid street parking

REVIEWS

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Kaptein Sabeltann
February 16, 2026
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Food was amazing, and we got free dessert to start us off. I think there was some miscommunication because we didn’t get one of the things we ordered, and it took a while to get our bill. Very lovely interior – smells good and it’s warm. Open for family day.

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Shubham Tiwari
February 11, 2026
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One of the best Indian restaurant ever had . Their dosa and biryani is best of all

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Patrick B
January 22, 2026
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Fantastic meal at the new spot Turmeric. Wasn’t planning to have Indian food this night but saw the menu and recent reviews and happy we gave it a try. Very friendly service but the food is the main star. Good portions at a fair price. Enjoyed the dosa, lamb curry and fish pekora.

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Nima
January 19, 2026
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Must try. Recently experienced their amazing hospitality and food. It was really authentic Indian taste and was worth it. We usually like to explore Indian restaurants in different cities and tonight we got chance to try food from Turmeric Indian Restaurant & Bar. They also serve you complimentary rice pudding which is really tasty.
If you’re in town, give it a try you will like it.
Thank you.

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Mariyam Malik
January 14, 2026
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Went for the first time today on a whim! I ordered the chilli cheese onion masala dosa to share with a friend 10/10
Ras malai 10/10
The service was so great and the waiter answered all our questions and was very attentive whenever we needed something!!!
Will definitely go again or order for takeout.
The atmosphere is very nice, the wooden tables and booths are cute especially with the soft lighting!!

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zackFanatic
January 4, 2026
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Wow!

What a treat.

Turmeric introduces you to a wide variety of awesome food. The staff were friendly and informative. They were generous and even let us try a lovely dessert.

We started with Samosas, and they were amazing. Crispy and fragrant. We had Lassi- Sweet and Mango- and they were very good.

Our main was Vegetable Kurma and Chicken Kothu.

The Kurma was a lovely balance of spice and creaminess, with peas, carrots and other vegetables. Saucy and delicious!

The Kothu was sensational. Dense like stuffing, with omelette-like taste, I’ve never quite had such a filling dish. For 22$ you can easily split it into three servings. Furthermore, it was served with two delicious side dishes of eggplant and onion.

You really ought to visit. Keep an eye out for their amazing specials too!

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Esa Katrina
December 15, 2025
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Absolutely delicious! Every bite was flavorful and perfectly cooked, not to mention that the portion was so generous! The staff serving us were very friendly as well. Highly recommended!

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354 Elgin StreetOttawa, ON K2P 1M8
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πŸ₯— Dietary
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Halal
Serves halal meat - even if they don't advertise it
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Vegan-friendly
Has solid vegan options even if it's not a vegan restaurant Β· 1 flagged
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Confirmed Vegetarian-friendly
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Gluten-free options
Has gluten-free dishes or can accommodate
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Kosher
Serves kosher food or has certified kosher options
✨ Features
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Open past 10pm
Kitchen or bar stays open late - good for night owls
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Happy Hour
Has a regular happy hour with drink or food deals
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BYOB
You can bring your own bottle - call ahead to confirm
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Wheelchair accessible
Accessible entrance, seating, or washroom
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Private dining room
Has a private space for events or groups
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Quiet / low noise
Good for conversation - not a loud scene
🍽️ Amenities
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Patio
Has outdoor seating - patio, terrace, or sidewalk
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Live music
Hosts live music or performances regularly
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Dog-friendly
Welcomes dogs on the patio or inside
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Kids menu
Has a dedicated kids menu or child-friendly options
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Full bar
Serves spirits, cocktails, wine, and beer
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Takeout
You can order food to go - call or walk in
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Delivery
Delivers directly or through a third-party app
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Cash only
Doesn't accept cards - bring cash
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