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    South Asian

    Jaffna Street Food

    275 Dundas St W

    Toronto, CN M5T 2W5


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    Featured Items

    • Regular Build Your Own Kothu Bowl

      The Jaffna classic, customized by you. Your choice of Roti (Flatbread), Fried Rice or String Hoppers (rice noodles) chopped with protein, eggs, cabbage, leeks, and onions. Topped with a fried egg. Fresh, hot, and made to order.
      $11.99
    • Regular Vegan Kari Rice Bowl

      Experience the vegan side of Jaffna cooking. This bowl centers on our spiced Soya Kari, famous for its rich, meaty texture without the meat. It’s accompanied by a traditional spread of sides: creamy lentils, sweet beetroot, and fresh carrot sambal. Topped with raw onions and a crunchy appalam, it’s a vegan feast that tastes like home.
      $12.99
    • Mini Build Your Own Kothu Bowl

      Mini size of the Jaffna classic, customized by you. Your choice of Roti (Flatbread), Fried Rice or String Hoppers (rice noodles) chopped with protein, eggs, cabbage, leeks, and onions. Topped with a fried egg. Fresh, hot, and made to order.
      $8.99

    Food Menu

    Jaffna Classics

    • Jaffna Chicken Biryani

      A true taste of Jaffna in every bite. Fragrant, spiced rice crowned with a tender roasted chicken leg and a hard-boiled egg. It’s spicy, savory, and satisfying, served with fresh raita to balance the flavors.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $14.99
    • Mini Mutton (Goat) Kothu

      The iconic beat of Jaffna street food, sized for a quick lunch. We take shredded roti (or string hoppers) and rhythmically chop them on a hot griddle with tender chunks of halal mutton (goat) curry, scrambled eggs, and fresh leeks and onions. Infused with aromatic curry leaves and topped with a signature fried egg, it’s a smoky, spicy flavor bomb in every bite.
      $12.99
    • Regular Mutton (Goat) Kothu

      The iconic beat of Jaffna street food in its full glory. We rhythmically chop shredded roti (or string hoppers) on a scorching hot griddle with tender chunks of halal mutton (goat) curry, scrambled eggs, and fresh leeks and onions. Infused with aromatic curry leaves and crowned with a fried egg, it’s a smoky, spicy feast that defines Northern flavor.
      $15.50
    • Mini Amma's Chicken Kari Rice Bowl

      Lighter portion of the ultimate comfort bowl. Steamed rice topped with our signature Jaffna-style chicken curry, rich with roasted spices and heat. Balanced with creamy parippu (lentils), fresh carrot & tomato sambals, and finished with a hard-boiled egg.
      $10.99
    • Regular Amma's Chicken Kari Rice Bowl

      The ultimate comfort bowl. Steamed rice topped with our signature Jaffna-style chicken curry—rich with roasted spices and heat. Balanced with creamy parippu (lentils), fresh carrot & tomato sambals, and finished with a hard-boiled egg.
      $13.99
    • Regular Vegan Kari Rice Bowl

      Experience the vegan side of Jaffna cooking. This bowl centers on our spiced Soya Kari, famous for its rich, meaty texture without the meat. It’s accompanied by a traditional spread of sides: creamy lentils, sweet beetroot, and fresh carrot sambal. Topped with raw onions and a crunchy appalam, it’s a vegan feast that tastes like home.
      $12.99
    • Mini Vegan Kari Rice Bowl

      Mini Size. Experience the vegan side of Jaffna cooking. This bowl centers on our spiced Soya Kari, famous for its rich, meaty texture without the meat. It’s accompanied by a traditional spread of sides: creamy lentils, sweet beetroot, and fresh carrot sambal. Topped with raw onions and a crunchy appalam, it’s a vegan feast that tastes like home.
      $9.99
    • Amma's Chicken Kari Wrap

      Amma’s famous chicken curry, evolved. We wrap our dark, spice-roasted chicken with fresh salad and tangy sambal inside a toasted wrap. Spicy, saucy, and designed for the hustle, it’s the fastest way to get your Jaffna flavor fix.
      $13.99
    • Vegan Kari Wrap

      The perfect on-the-go vegan feast. We take our signature spicy Soya Kari and roll it up with sweet, earthy beetroot and crunchy carrot sambal. The result is a vibrant mix of textures: soft, crunchy, spicy, and savory in every bite. 100% vegan, 100% delicious.
      $12.99

    Build Your Own

    • Mini Build Your Own Kothu Bowl

      Mini size of the Jaffna classic, customized by you. Your choice of Roti (Flatbread), Fried Rice or String Hoppers (rice noodles) chopped with protein, eggs, cabbage, leeks, and onions. Topped with a fried egg. Fresh, hot, and made to order.
      $8.99
    • Regular Build Your Own Kothu Bowl

      The Jaffna classic, customized by you. Your choice of Roti (Flatbread), Fried Rice or String Hoppers (rice noodles) chopped with protein, eggs, cabbage, leeks, and onions. Topped with a fried egg. Fresh, hot, and made to order.
      $11.99
    • Mini Build Your Own Rice Bowl

      From the heart of Jaffna to downtown Toronto. Customize your perfect rice bowl with our deep-roasted curries or devilled specials, served over steamed rice. Top it with fresh, vibrant ingredients like sambal and lentils. A quick, light lunch that tastes like home.
      $8.99
    • Regular Build Your Own Rice Bowl

      A beloved daily staple from Jaffna, brought to Toronto and served without limits. Design your ultimate rice bowl with your choice of favorite protein and unlimited access to our topping bar. Served over perfectly steamed rice , you can pile on the flavor with traditional sambals, creamy lentils, and fresh, vibrant ingredients. Go as big and bold as you like.
      $11.99
    • Build Your Own Wrap

      Your favorite Jaffna flavors, rolled up. Choose your favourite protein and let us build your perfect wrap. We load it with fresh, vibrant ingredients, salads, and authentic sambals for the perfect balance of heat and crunch. Fresh, fast, and toasted to order.
      $11.99

    Special Fries

    • Mini Spicy Jaffna Fries

      A Toronto invention. Crispy fries tossed with spicy green chilies, red onions, and our secret signature sauce. Bold flavor in a snack-sized portion.
      $6.95
    • Regular Spicy Jaffna Fries

      A Toronto invention. Crispy fries tossed with spicy green chilies, red onions, and our secret signature sauce.
      $9.95
    • Mini Devilled Chicken Fries

      Mini size of the ultimate fusion comfort food. We load a bed of golden, crispy fries with our famous Devilled Chicken, boneless chunks stir-fried in a fiery, sweet & spicy sauce with peppers and onions. It’s saucy, crunchy, and addictive: the best of Canadian comfort food with a serious Jaffna kick.
      $10.49
    • Regular Devilled Chicken Fries

      The ultimate fusion comfort food. We load a bed of golden, crispy fries with our famous Devilled Chicken, boneless chunks stir-fried in a fiery, sweet & spicy sauce with peppers and onions. It’s saucy, crunchy, and addictive: the best of Canadian comfort food with a serious Jaffna kick.
      $12.49
    • Mini Classic Poutine

      Mini size of the Canadian classic. Crispy fries with Quebecois cheese curds and smothered in gravy.
      $7.99
    • Regular Classic Poutine

      Canadian classic. Crispy fries with Quebecois cheese curds and smothered in gravy.
      $9.95
    • Mini Mutton (Goat) Poutine

      Mini size of a Canadian classic with a Tamil Eelam twist. Crispy fries and authentic Quebecois cheese curds, smothered in our spicy, savory Mutton (Goat) Kari. The best of both worlds.
      $11.49
    • Regular Mutton (Goat) Poutine

      A Canadian classic with a Tamil Eelam twist. Crispy fries and authentic Quebecois cheese curds, smothered in our spicy, savory Mutton (Goat) Kari. The best of both worlds.
      $13.45
    • Mini Chicken Poutine

      Mini size of a Canadian classic with a Tamil Eelam twist. Crispy fries and authentic Quebecois cheese curds, smothered in our spicy, savory Chicken Kari. The best of both worlds.
      $10.49
    • Regular Chicken Poutine

      A Canadian classic with a Tamil Eelam twist. Crispy fries and authentic Quebecois cheese curds, smothered in our spicy, savory Chicken Kari. The best of both worlds.
      $12.45

    Kari + Roti or Rice

    • Chicken Kari + Roti or Rice

      The real deal. Slow-cooked chicken in a bold, aromatic Jaffna spice blend. Perfectly paired with your choice of warm Roti or fluffy Steamed Rice.
      $9.99
    • Mutton (Goat) Kari + Roti or Rice

      $11.99
    • Soya Kari + Roti or Rice

      $8.99
    • Parippu (Lentils) + Roti or Rice

      $7.99
    • Coconut Sambal + Roti or Rice

      $6.99

    Jaffna Toasties

    The ultimate comfort food. Authentic Jaffna spices pressed between golden, toasted bread. Inspired by the Toronto Tamil school lunchbox.
    • Classic Sambal Toastie (VG)

      A sweet and spicy flavour bomb. We combine fresh spicy coconut sambal with tangy caramelized onion (Seeni) sambal. It’s crunchy, spicy, sweet, and toasted to perfection.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $4.99
    • Sambal Grilled Cheese Toastie

      The ultimate sweet & spicy melt. We layer spicy coconut sambal and jammy caramelized onion (Seeni) sambal with gooey, stretchy mozzarella. The cheese perfectly balances the Jaffna heat.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $5.99
    • Spiced Egg Salad Toastie

      A Jaffna-style twist on a classic. Chopped eggs spiced up with green chili heat, zesty red onions, and black pepper, then pressed until warm and crisp.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $5.99
    • Jaffna Tuna & Onion Toastie

      Not your average tuna sandwich. We mix flaked tuna with spicy green chilies, zesty red onions, and Jaffna spices. Pressed between hot toast for the perfect crunch.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $5.99
    • Chicken Kari Melt Toastie

      A spicy twist on a classic. We take our slow-cooked Jaffna chicken curry and press it with a generous layer of stretchy mozzarella. Crispy on the outside, juicy and spicy on the inside.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $6.99
    • The G.O.A.T Grilled Cheese Toastie

      The Greatest of All Time. Rich, slow-cooked Mutton (Goat) Kari layered with creamy, melted mozzarella. Tender, spicy, and packed with bold Jaffna flavor.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $7.99

    Sides

    • Fries

      $4.99
    • Rice

      $3.99
    • Roti

      $2.99
    • Coconut Sambal

      A vibrant, fresh relish made from grated coconut, red chilies, and lime. Adds a fiery, zesty kick.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $1.99
    • Seeni Sambal

      OUT OF STOCK
      $1.99
    • Parippu (5oz)

      $3.99
    • Beetroot (5oz)

      $3.99
    • Soya Kari (5oz)

      $4.99
    • Chicken Kari (5oz)

      $5.99
    • Mutton Kari (5oz)

      $6.99

    Short Eats

    • 1 Mutton (Goat) Roll

      A savory, crispy, breadcrumb-coated roll, filled with spiced minced mutton, potato, and aromatic herbs. A classic street food snack.
      $3.25
    • 3 Mutton (Goat) Rolls

      Three crispy, breadcrumb-coated rolls, filled with savory, spiced minced mutton. Perfect for a quick snack or appetizer.
      $8.00
    • 6 Mutton (Goat) Rolls

      Six savory, crispy rolls filled with spiced minced mutton and potato. Ideal for sharing.
      $15.00
    • 12 Mutton (Goat) Rolls

      A dozen crispy rolls filled with rich, spiced minced mutton, great for gatherings or family meals.
      $29.00
    • 24 Mutton (Goat) Rolls

      Two dozen of our classic savory rolls, packed with spiced minced mutton. The perfect party treat!
      $55.00
    • 1 Chicken Roll

      A savory, crispy, breadcrumb-coated roll, filled with spiced minced chicken, potato, and aromatic herbs. A classic street food snack.
      $3.25
    • 3 Chicken Rolls

      Three crispy, breadcrumb-coated rolls, filled with spiced minced chicken. Perfect for a quick snack or appetizer.
      $8.00
    • 6 Chicken Rolls

      Six savory, crispy rolls filled with spiced minced chicken and potato. Ideal for sharing.
      $15.00
    • 12 Chicken Rolls

      A dozen crispy rolls filled with spiced minced chicken, great for gatherings or family meals.
      $29.00
    • 24 Chicken Rolls

      Two dozen of our classic savory rolls, packed with spiced minced chicken. The perfect party pleaser!
      $55.00
    • 1 Veggie Roll

      A savory, crispy, breadcrumb-coated roll, generously filled with seasoned vegetables, potatoes, and aromatic herbs. A delightful vegetarian snack.
      $2.50
    • 3 Veggie Rolls

      Three crispy, breadcrumb-coated rolls, filled with seasoned mixed vegetables. Perfect for a quick snack or appetizer.
      $7.00
    • 6 Veggie Rolls

      Six savory, crispy rolls filled with seasoned vegetables and potato. Ideal for sharing.
      $12.00
    • 12 Veggie Rolls

      A dozen crispy rolls filled with seasoned mixed vegetables, great for gatherings or family meals.
      $22.00
    • 24 Veggie Rolls

      Two dozen of our delicious savory rolls, packed with seasoned vegetables. The perfect party pleaser!
      $40.00
    • 1 Chicken Patty

      Crisp, golden-fried, crescent-shaped pastry filled with savory minced chicken.
      $2.00
    • 3 Chicken Patties

      Three crisp, golden-fried crescent-shaped pastries filled with savory minced chicken.
      $5.00
    • 6 Chicken Patties

      Six crisp, fried crescent-shaped pastries filled with savory minced chicken.
      $9.00
    • 12 Chicken Patties

      A dozen crisp, fried pastries filled with savory minced chicken.
      $18.00
    • 24 Chicken Patties

      Two dozen crisp, fried pastries filled with savory minced chicken.
      $35.00
    • 1 Veggie Patty

      $1.50
    • 3 Veggie Patties

      $4.00
    • 6 Veggie Patties

      $8.00
    • 12 Veggie Patties

      $15.00
    • 24 Veggie Patties

      $30.00
    • 1 Fish Cutlet

      A flavorful, perfectly spiced blend of flaked fish and potato, coated in a golden, crunchy shell.
      $2.50
    • 3 Fish Cutlets

      Three flavorful, perfectly spiced cutlets, each encased in a golden, crunchy shell.
      $7.00
    • 6 Fish Cutlets

      Six satisfying, golden-crunchy cutlets filled with spiced flaked fish and potato.
      $12.00
    • 12 Fish Cutlets

      A dozen flavorful cutlets with a golden-crunchy coating and spiced fish filling.
      $22.00
    • 24 Fish Cutlets

      Two dozen of our delicious, spiced fish cutlets, all encased in a golden, crunchy shell.
      $40.00
    • 1 Fish Roll

      A savory, crispy, breadcrumb-coated roll, filled with seasoned flaked fish, potato, and aromatic herbs.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $2.75
    • 3 Fish Rolls

      Three crispy, breadcrumb-coated rolls, filled with seasoned flaked fish and potato.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $7.00
    • 6 Fish Rolls

      Six savory, crispy rolls filled with seasoned flaked fish and potato.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $14.00
    • 12 Fish Rolls

      A dozen crispy rolls filled with seasoned flaked fish and potato. Great for sharing.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $21.00
    • 24 Fish Rolls

      Two dozen of our classic savory rolls, packed with seasoned flaked fish.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $42.00

    Desserts

    • Wattalappam Pudding

      $5.00
    • Mango Pudding

      $5.00
    • Crazy Monkeys Banana Pudding

      OUT OF STOCK
      $5.99
    • Date Cake

      $5.00

    Catering

    • Mutton (Goat) Kothu Half Tray

      $119.00
    • Mutton (Goat) Kothu Large Tray

      $199.00
    • Chicken Kothu Large Tray

      $179.00
    • Vegan Kothu Half Tray

      $89.00
    • Vegan Kothu Large Tray

      $149.00
    • Chicken Kothu Half Tray

      $99.00
    • Coffee for 40

      $80.00
    • Masala Tea for 40

      $80.00
    • Mutton Kari Regular Tray

      $149.00
    • Parripu (Lentils) Regular Tray

      $39.00
    • White Rice Regular Tray

      $25.00
    • White Rice Large Tray

      $39.00
    • Large Toppings Bar (Red Onions, Jalapeños, Carrot Sambal, Tomato Sambal, Lettuce, Half Egg)

      $49.00
    • 50 Chicken Patties

      $99.00
    • 50 Vegan Patties

      $79.00
    • Chicken Kari Large Tray

      $249.00
    • Muttom Kari Large Tray

      $299.00
    • Devilled Chicken Large Tray

      $299.00
    • Soya Kari Regular Tray

      $109.00

    Beverages

    Hot Drinks

    • Regular Masala Tea

      A classic blend of strong black tea brewed with milk and aromatic spices, including cardamom, ginger, and cloves. Warming and comforting.
      $3.50
    • Large Masala Tea

      Our classic, comforting blend of strong black tea, milk, and aromatic warming spices (cardamom, ginger, cloves), served in a generously sized portion.
      $4.00
    • Regular Cardamom Tea

      A fragrant and comforting blend of strong black tea brewed with milk and infused purely with the sweet, floral aroma of crushed cardamom.
      $3.50
    • Large Cardamom Tea

      Our soothing, fragrant blend of strong black tea and milk, infused with crushed cardamom, served in a generously sized portion.
      $4.00
    • Regular Jaffna Kopi

      Rich, aromatic roasted coffee prepared Jaffna-style and perfectly blended with milk.
      $3.50
    • Large Jaffna Kopi

      Our rich, aromatic Jaffna-style coffee blended with milk, served in a generous portion.
      $4.00
    • Regular Milo

      A classic, comforting chocolate malt beverage blended with creamy milk.
      $3.50
    • Large Milo

      A classic, comforting chocolate malt beverage blended with creamy milk.
      $4.00
    • Regular Amma's Tea

      A rich, comforting brew made with sweetened condensed milk for an extra creamy, indulgent, and sweet taste.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $3.50
    • Large Amma's Tea

      A rich, comforting brew made with sweetened condensed milk for an extra creamy, indulgent, and sweet taste.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $4.00
    • Regular Amma's Kopi

      Strong, aromatic coffee blended with sweetened condensed milk. Thick, creamy, and satisfyingly sweet.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $3.50
    • Large Amma's Kopi

      Strong, aromatic coffee blended with sweetened condensed milk. Thick, creamy, and satisfyingly sweet.
      OUT OF STOCK
      $4.00

    Cold Drinks

    • Wedding Mango Shake

      $5.99
    • Necto Slushy

      $5.99
    • Orange Barley

      $4.00
    • Elephant Ginger Beer

      $4.00
    • Necto

      $4.00
    • Coconut Water

      $3.00
    • Water

      $2.50
    • Coke

      $2.50
    • Coke Zero

      $2.50
    • Diet Coke

      $2.50
    • Sprite

      $2.50
    • Fuze Iced Tea

      $2.50
    • Orange Crush

      $2.50
    • Ayran

      $3.50
    • Iced Kopi

      OUT OF STOCK
      $5.99
    • Canada Dry

      $2.50
    • Nelli Amla

      $4.00

    Friday Special

    Daily Deals

    • Friday Mini Chicken Kothu

      $10.00

    All hours
    Sunday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Monday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Tuesday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Wednesday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Thursday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Friday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Saturday11:00 am - 8:45 pm
    Restaurant info

    Welcome to Jaffna Street Food! Authentic flavours from the heart of Tamil Eelam to the streets of Toronto. Located in the heart of the city, our restaurant is your go-to destination for a taste of Jaffna's finest street food. Specializing in our Classic Kothu Roti, Wraps & Rice Bowls, we bring the essence of Jaffna straight to your plate with a modern twist. Offering dishes crafted from the freshest ingredients and traditional spices. Try our Famous Breakfast Hoppers or savour the bold and spicy flavours of our Devilled Chicken Wraps.

    Location

    275 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M5T 2W5

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