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About East Is East Main Street Vancouver
East is East on Main Street is a Silk Route restaurant serving Afghan, Persian and Indian dishes, with nightly live music. The all-you-can-eat Silk Route and Chai Feast tasting menus bring boulani flatbread, Mystic Soup, Persian salad, baba ganoush, chicken masala, lamb curry, wild salmon, vegan butter chicken and Ghandara Blues eggplant, plus roti rolls, soy chai and rice pudding.
Signature dishes
- Silk Road tasting plates
- Chai
- Curries
- Rice dishes
Explore the menu
East Is East Main Street Vancouver menu
64 items across 9 sections · Checked September 2026 · skipthedishes.com
Signature dishes: Silk Road tasting plates · Chai · Curries · Rice dishes
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Chai Feast1 item
- Silk Route Feast
East Is East's signature tasting menu Chai Feast comes with three main dishes, Dhal soup and a mix of Afghan and Basmati Rice. It also comes with side Boulani and side green salad.
$35.00 CADdelivery · observed on
Eastern Roti Roll (Vegetarian-Vegan)7 items
- Lion of The Desert
Peas and ripened paneer cheese cooked with potatoes and spices. Roti roll is stuffed with Afghan rice or Basmati rice and comes with small Dahl soup and side mixed green salad.
Vegetarian
$17.50 CADdelivery · observed on - The Gypsy
Vegan. Baked eggplant and mango butternut squash with roasted peppers, ginger, sun dried tomatoes, nutmeg and cinnamon.
Vegan
$17.50 CADdelivery · observed on - $17.50 CADdelivery · observed on
- Ghandara Blues
Vegan. Afghan eggplant casserole with roasted peppers, herbs, tomatoes, yogurt and garlic.
Vegan
$17.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Yogi's Treat
Vegan. Chickpeas, onions, tomatoes, herbs, and spices simmered into a savoury curry.
Vegan
$17.50 CADdelivery · observed on - $17.50 CADdelivery · observed on
- $17.50 CADdelivery · observed on
Eastern Roti Roll Non Vegetarian5 items
- The Mughal
Roasted chicken in a creamy masala with herbs. Roti roll is stuffed with Afghan rice or Basmati rice and comes with small Dahl soup and side mixed green salad.
$18.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Persia's Favorite
Roasted lamb in ginger, onion, garlic, five-spice curry and whipped spinach with mushrooms.
$18.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Mango Chicken
Roasted chicken, mango and squash. Roti roll is stuffed with Afghan rice or Basmati rice and comes with small Dahl soup and side mixed green salad.
$18.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Afghan Nomad
Roasted lamb in ginger, onion, garlic, five-spice curry with eggplant.
$18.50 CADdelivery · observed on - The Silk Route
Marinated miso salmon baked in a coconut, green lentil, and basil curry.
$18.50 CADdelivery · observed on
Boulani6 items
- Potato Boulani
Potato, yam, green onion, and herbs. Boulani grilled stuffed whole wheat roti, served with your choice of chickpea stew or Dahl soup, yogurt with sauerkraut.
$19.00 CADdelivery · observed on - Alu Gobi Boulani
Tangy tamarind, tomato, and cauliflower. Boulani grilled stuffed whole wheat roti; served with your choice of chickpea stew or Dahl soup, yogurt with sauerkraut.
$19.00 CADdelivery · observed on - Salmon Boulani
Wild Salmon, basil, miso, and ginger. Boulani grilled stuffed whole wheat roti; served with your choice of chickpea stew or Dahl soup, yogurt with sauerkraut.
$20.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Vegan Spinach Boulani
Spinach, mustard greens. and mushrooms. Boulani grilled stuffed whole wheat roti, served with your choice of chickpea stew or Dahl soup, yogurt with sauerkraut.
Vegan
$19.00 CADdelivery · observed on - Mango Squash and Eggplant Boulani
Butternut squash, roasted eggplant, mango, ginger, and nutmeg.
$19.00 CADdelivery · observed on - Eggplant Boulani
Roasted eggplant with peppers, sun-dried tomato, and herbs.
$19.00 CADdelivery · observed on
Light Entree2 items
- Dalcha Stew
Organic Dhal soup and Afghan rice, topped with your choice of roasted chunks of chicken or lamb, served with side Boulani, and side mixed green salad.
$21.00 CADdelivery · observed on - Soup with Green Salad and Boulani
Gluten Free. Vegan. Your Choice of Soup with mixed green salad and Boulani. Dhal soup, three different types of lentils, cauliflower, spinach, herbs and spices cooked into a thick hearty soup or mystic soup enoki, brown and oyster mushrooms cooked in coconut milk infused with lemon grass, basil, ginger and green Thai curry paste.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$19.50 CADdelivery · observed on
Rice Bowls12 items
- Chicken Masala Rice Bowl
Gluten Free. Contains dairy. Roasted chicken, cooked in a spicy cream sauce.
Gluten Free
$21.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Afghan Eggplant Rice Bowl
Gluten Free. Vegan. Afghan eggplant casserole with herbs, tomatoes, onion, yogurt and garlic.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$19.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Lamb Curry Rice Bowl
Gluten Free. Dairy Free. Lamb roasted in ginger, onion, garlic, and five-spice curry.
Gluten Free · Dairy Free
$21.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Mango Chicken Rice Bowl
Gluten Free. Roasted chicken cooked in a creamy pepper and tomato sauce and topped with spicy mango sauce.
Gluten Free
$21.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Chana Masala Rice Bowl
Gluten-free, vegan. Chickpeas, onion, tomato, herbs, and spices simmered into a savoury curry.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$19.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Wild Salmon Rice Bowl
Gluten Free. Dairy free. Baked wild salmon in a green Thai coconut milk curry.
Gluten Free · Dairy Free
$21.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Spinach Paneer Rice Bowl
Gluten Free. Vegetarian. Pureed spinach with cubed paneer cheese.
Gluten Free · Vegetarian
$19.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Alu Gobi Rice Bowl
Gluten Free. Vegan. Cauliflower and potato in a tangy tomato coconut sauce.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$19.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Creamy Mushroom Eggplant Rice Bowl
Gluten Free. Vegan. Cashew based creamy sauce with mushrooms, eggplant, sun-dried tomato, and Spanish paprika.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$19.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Mango Squash Rice Bowl
Gluten-free, vegan. Squash, butter nut and mango cooked with coconut milk, ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, and curry leaves.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$19.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Peas and Cheese Rice Bowl
Gluten-free, vegetarian, and dairy. Peas and ripened paneer cheese cooked with potatoes and spices.
Gluten Free · Vegetarian
$19.50 CADdelivery · observed on - $19.50 CADdelivery · observed on
Sides16 items
- $7.50 CADdelivery · observed on
- Side Gluten Free Boulani
Gluten Free. Vegan. Brown rice Roti stuffed with potato, yams, onions chives, and herbs.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$8.50 CADdelivery · observed on - $2.00 CADdelivery · observed on
- Large Dahl Soup
Gluten Free. Vegan. East Is East hearty Dahl soup is made with three different types of lentils, chickpeas, cauliflower, spices, and herbs.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$12.00 CADdelivery · observed on - $3.50 CADdelivery · observed on
- $6.50 CADdelivery · observed on
- Side Afghan Rice
Gluten Free. Vegan. Basmati rice cooked with carrots and raisins.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$6.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Large Afghan Rice
Gluten Free. Vegan. Basmati rice cooked with carrots and raisins.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$8.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Side Mystic Soup
Gluten Free. Vegan. Three types of mushrooms (Enoki, Oyster and Brown) cooked in coconut infused milk with lemongrass, basil, ginger, and green Thai curry paste.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$9.00 CADdelivery · observed on - Large Mystic Soup
Gluten Free. Vegan. Three types of mushrooms (enoki, oyster and brown) cooked in coconut infused milk with lemongrass, basil, ginger, and green Thai curry paste.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$12.00 CADdelivery · observed on - $8.00 CADdelivery · observed on
- Large Green Salad
Gluten Free. Vegan. Mixed greens, spinach and lettuce topped with sauerkraut, hemp seed dressin, and sunflower seeds.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$9.00 CADdelivery · observed on - $8.00 CADdelivery · observed on
- Side Green Salad
Gluten Free. Vegan. Mixed baby greens, lettuce, fermented beets, and hemp seed dressing.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$7.00 CADdelivery · observed on - Side Dahl Soup
Gluten Free. Vegan. East Is East hearty Dahl soup is made with three types of lentils, chickpeas, cauliflower, herbs, and spices.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$9.00 CADdelivery · observed on - Large Basmati Rice
Gluten Free. Vegan. Plain white Basmati rice cooked with roasted cumin.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$8.50 CADdelivery · observed on
Eastern Chai Tea10 items
- Hot Almond Chai Masala
Gluten-free, vegan. Almond chai is made with green tea, organic raw cane sugar, almond milk, ginger, and a secret blend of ayurvedic spices.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$6.20 CADdelivery · observed on - Hot Darjeeling Masala Chai
Gluten-free, Vegetarian. Darjeeling Chai is made with black tea, organic raw cane sugar, milk, ginger, and a secret blend of ayurvedic spices.
Gluten Free · Vegetarian
$6.20 CADdelivery · observed on - Hot Soy Masala Chai
Vegan. Soy Chai is made with green tea, organic raw cane sugar, soy milk, ginger, and a secret blend of ayurvedic spices.
Vegan
$6.20 CADdelivery · observed on - Hot Apple Lemon Ginger
Organic spiced apple, lemon, and ginger with ayurvedic spices. Decaf and no milk.
$6.20 CADdelivery · observed on - Iced Apple Lemon Ginger
Gluten-free, vegan. Organic spiced apple, lemon and ginger with ayurvedic spices. (Decaf and no milk).
Gluten Free · Vegan
$6.20 CADdelivery · observed on - Iced Almond Masala Chai
Gluten-free, vegan. Iced Almond chai is made with green tea, organic raw cane sugar, almond milk, ginger, and a secret blend of ayurvedic spices.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$6.20 CADdelivery · observed on - Soy Chocolate Chai
Hot Soy Masala Chai with East Is East organic dark chocolate sauce.
$8.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Iced Soy Masala Chai
Green tea-based organic soy milk chai with ginger and a secret blend of Ayurvedic spices.
$6.20 CADdelivery · observed on - Darjeeling Chocolate Chai
Hot Darjeeling Masala Chai with East Is East organic dark chocolate sauce. (Contains Dairy)
$8.50 CADdelivery · observed on - Almond Chocolate Chai
Hot Almond Masala Chai with East Is East organic dark chocolate sauce.
$8.50 CADdelivery · observed on
Desserts5 items
- Vegan Khir (Rice Pudding)
Gluten-free, vegan. Rice pudding made with coconut milk and rosewater, topped with pistachios, and cardamom.
Gluten Free · Vegan
$10.00 CADdelivery · observed on - Gulab Jaman
Vegetarian. Traditional Indian hot cakes topped with pistachios, cardamom, and rosewater. (Contains gluten).
Vegetarian
$9.00 CADdelivery · observed on - East is East Cashew Cardamom Cookie
Chickpea flour, cashew, pistachio, cardamom, coconut oil. (All ingredients are organic, gluten free and vegan).
Gluten Free · Vegan
$4.00 CADdelivery · observed on - Khir
Gluten Free. Vegetarian. Rice pudding with cashews, cardamom, and rosewater.
Gluten Free · Vegetarian
$9.00 CADdelivery · observed on - Kashmiri Sunset (Lassie)
Organic yogurt and mango Lassie, cardamom, and rosewater.
$9.50 CADdelivery · observed on
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What diners mention
Research updated ·
4.7 / 57,810 Google reviews · saved total
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Rating breakdown at this snapshot
- 5 stars
6578 6,578 - 4 stars
797 797 - 3 stars
213 213 - 2 stars
89 89 - 1 star
133 133
What people enjoy
- Flavourful Afghan, Persian and Indian dishes with many vegan options.
- Warm, attentive service.
- Cozy room with nightly live music.
Compiled by Halal Food Pass from public reviewer opinions. Experiences vary; these comments have not been independently verified.
Good to know before you go
What is East Is East Main Street Vancouver known for?
East Is East Main Street Vancouver's listed signature dishes include Silk Road tasting plates, Chai, Curries, Rice dishes.
What parking is available at East Is East Main Street Vancouver?
Listed facilities: free parking lot, free street parking, plenty of parking, with wheelchair-accessible parking also listed.