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Waterloo, Ontario

Indian Restaurant in Waterloo

HomeTaste is the top-rated 100% vegetarian Indian restaurant in Waterloo, Ontario — conveniently located near the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University. Dine in or take out authentic Indian street food and daily tiffin meals, with delivery through DoorDash and Uber Eats. Everything is freshly made and 100% vegetarian.

Two locations in Kitchener-Waterloo — you're viewing Waterloo.Visit our Kitchener location

Near University of Waterloo

Minutes from UW and Laurier — perfect for a quick, authentic meal between classes.

100% Vegetarian & Jain-Friendly

Safe for vegetarian, vegan and Jain diets. No hidden meat or eggs.

Student-Friendly Tiffins

Fresh daily tiffin meals at just $12 — a home-style favourite for students.

Open 7 Days Until Midnight

1:00 PM to 11:00 PM, every day, right on Columbia St W.

Why HomeTaste is the Best Indian Restaurant in Waterloo

When you search for an Indian restaurant in Waterloo, HomeTaste stands out as the area's only dedicated 100% vegetarian Indian kitchen. We never cook with meat, fish or eggs, so families, students and event planners can enjoy authentic Indian food with complete peace of mind. Every dish is prepared fresh each morning using traditional recipes and genuine Indian spices — never frozen, never pre-packaged.

Our menu spans the whole of India right here in Waterloo: Punjabi chole bhature and rich North Indian curries, the tangy street chaat of Mumbai, crispy tandoori breads, hearty rice combos and traditional Indian sweets. Whether you're craving a quick samosa or a full family thali, you'll find it made with the same care you'd taste in an Indian home kitchen.

From a weekday lunch to a wedding for 300 guests, HomeTaste in Waterloo covers it all — takeout, fresh daily tiffins and full-service catering. Our Waterloo restaurant offers both dine-in seating and takeout, and both locations are available for delivery through DoorDash and Uber Eats. With late-night hours seven days a week and online ordering for fast takeout, great vegetarian Indian food is never far away.

Reviews

What Waterloo Customers Say

4.8 average from 500+ Google Reviews

"Best vegetarian Indian food in Waterloo! The chana bhatura is absolutely amazing. Reminds me of home."

Priya S.Google

"As a UW student, the tiffin service is a lifesaver. Fresh, affordable, and ready for pickup right on Columbia."

Ananya K.Google

"Finally, authentic Indian street food in KW! The pani puri is just like you'd get in Mumbai."

David W.Google

"Right near Laurier campus. Perfect for a quick lunch between classes — the aloo tikki burger is unreal."

Karan S.Google

Parking at Waterloo

Free plaza parking with accessible spots right out front. Quick in-and-out from Columbia St W — ideal for student pickup between classes.

Nearby Landmarks

  • University of Waterloo5 min drive
  • Wilfrid Laurier University4 min drive
  • Conestoga Mall5 min drive
  • Waterloo Park6 min drive
  • Conestoga College — Waterloo Campus7 min drive

Visit HomeTaste Waterloo

912-130 Columbia St W, Waterloo, ON N2L 0G6
7 days a week: 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Dine-in & takeout. Delivery via DoorDash & Uber Eats.

Waterloo Indian Food — Quick Answers

What is the best Indian restaurant near University of Waterloo?+
HomeTaste on Columbia St W is a top-rated 100% vegetarian Indian restaurant just minutes from the University of Waterloo, popular with students for tiffins and street food.
Is HomeTaste Waterloo fully vegetarian?+
Yes. HomeTaste Waterloo is 100% vegetarian with vegan and Jain options available. There is no meat or eggs in our kitchen.
Does HomeTaste Waterloo offer student meals?+
Yes. We offer fresh daily tiffin meals at $12 for students near UW, Wilfrid Laurier and Conestoga College, available for pickup.
What are HomeTaste Waterloo's hours?+
Our Waterloo location is open 7 days a week from 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
Is there parking at the Waterloo location?+
Yes — free plaza parking with accessible spots is available right out front on Columbia St W, perfect for quick student pickup.
Can I dine in at HomeTaste Waterloo?+
Yes — our Waterloo restaurant on Columbia St W offers dine-in seating as well as takeout. Both our Waterloo and Kitchener locations are available for delivery through DoorDash and Uber Eats.

We have a second location too

HomeTaste also serves authentic 100% vegetarian Indian food in Kitchener, Ontario.