Authentic East Indian Flavors in Ottawa

Shafali Bazaar is Ottawa’s premier destination for authentic East Indian cuisine, blending time-honored recipes with a modern marketplace experience. Founded on a passion for bold spices, artisanal flavors, and community connection, our Bazaar curates the finest fresh produce, handcrafted snacks, and signature street-food classics—all under one vibrant roof. From our beloved vegetable and chicken samosas to our slow-simmered dal soups and buttery paneer curries, every item is carefully sourced from local farms and small-batch producers to ensure unmatched quality and sustainability.

 Our mission is to celebrate the diversity of Indian culinary traditions while supporting Ottawa’s thriving food community. Whether you’re grabbing a Mango Lassi on the go or discovering unique artisanal condiments, Shafali Bazaar delivers an immersive taste journey that honors heritage, innovation, and ethical sourcing. With inviting communal seating, live cooking demonstrations, and rotating seasonal pop-ups, we’re more than a restaurant—we’re a cultural hub where flavor, artistry, and local spirit converge. 

• Authentic Flavors: Genuine East Indian recipes crafted by experienced chefs.  
• Local Partnerships: Collaborations with Ottawa farmers, spice artisans, and craft producers.  
• Sustainable Practices: Eco-friendly packaging and farm-to-table sourcing.  
• Community Engagement: Cooking workshops, cultural events, and pop-up markets.We believe that the quality of our ingredients is what sets us apart from other restaurants. That's why we source our ingredients from local farms and markets whenever possible. We are committed to using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients in all of our dishes.