I was quite pleased with an impromptu dinner at The Nilgiris.
After a quick stop at an ethnic wear store down Markham rd, at about 8:30 p.m. we started googling options for dinner. The Nilgiris is where we were directed. A short drive north...
We ordered the chili idli. Idli is a sourdough sort of small disc of soft goodness. It came to us fried, and doused in sauce with veg. It was very good. I am now starting to wonder if it was even idli or if it was tofu but either way it was very tasty and very flavour filled. Great dish. Great take on a traditional food, in a unique way.
We ordered two dosas. I had the regular masala dosa, not much spice, how I like it. He ordered the gunpowder dosa (Spicy!).
the dosa was huge, I could only finish half of mine. I did indeed find the sambar's were very tiny servings.
The mango lassi was amazing. The filter coffee and the south indian tea was also a great end to the meal. Very traditional, served in metal cups to strain to temper the heat.
The bill was the greatest part - very inexpensive. Under $30 for app, two entree, two drinks, two hot drinks.
Service was great. Restaurant is in an industrial looking area. Very spacious and interestingly decorated. It was an hour till closing and we were one of three families eating here. It was quiet and I do not know if I would come back if it was busy.
I want to try the Brampton location next as it is closer to home. If ever in Scarborough, I would return here.