Sams Indian Kitchen

175 River St Unit A, Toronto, ON M5A 4K6, Canada
+1 416-519-9100
$$$ Indian restaurant , Indian takeaway , Takeout restaurant , Restaurant
(74 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Sams Indian Kitchen is a straightforward spot for Indian takeout and casual dining right by the waterfront on River Street. The focus here is clearly on freshly prepared, home-style Indian dishes that balance familiar flavors without going over the top on spice or oil. The atmosphere inside is unpretentious—more about convenience and enjoying a quick, satisfying meal than lingering over multiple courses.

This place feels well-suited for people who want authentic Indian food without the fuss of a formal dining experience. Whether you’re picking up dinner after work or ordering in for a chill night at home, Sams Indian Kitchen serves meals that come across as freshly made and thoughtfully spiced. The menu highlights both vegetarian and meat dishes, including staples like channa masala and various dals that appeal to those looking for comfort food rooted in traditional recipes.

What stands out from local feedback is that portion sizes feel generous—there’s even a sense that the owners pay attention to little touches like adding extra rice when asked, which makes the whole takeaway experience feel more personalized and less mechanical. Prices are reasonable for the area, resonating with locals who want good value without compromise on authenticity.

Visitors can expect simple, practical service focused mainly on takeout, with a casual vibe that matches the busy stretch of River Street. It’s a good choice for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians who prefer meals that are neither too heavy nor overly complex in flavor.

Best times to order seem to be typical dinner hours when the kitchen is fully staffed and dishes are fresh—good for those looking to grab a no-fuss evening meal that feels homemade. Overall, Sams Indian Kitchen fits in as a reliable neighborhood spot for Indian food, where thoughtful preparation and friendly, low-key service balance out the lack of a formal dining setting.

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Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
What they serve
Serves halal food
Serves happy-hour food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Parking
Free of charge street parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

6:00 AM - 4:00 AM

Wednesday

9:30 AM - 4:00 AM

Thursday

6:00 AM - 4:00 AM

Friday

9:30 AM - 4:00 AM

Saturday

6:00 AM - 4:00 AM

Sunday

6:00 AM - 4:00 AM

74 Reviews
Urvashi Vyas

03 Nov 2025

Really fresh and good food. We've ordered from Sam's twice, and it's been great. You can tell that the food was just recently prepared, and there are options for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians. We called to ask for extra rice and the owner through in free rice for us which was such a nice touch/good customer service. Highly recommend the channa masala.

Anonymous Gusain

29 Oct 2025

I ordered Butter chicken with rice for the first time and trust me the food was so simple which I prefer and it should be nothing too oily nothing too spiced up. It was just perfect at such a decent price especially way better than many other popular Indian restaurants names in downtown Toronto. I quite often read the reviews on google but commenting on one is rare.

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