We were happy to host Areta from Foodgressing Food Blog at Sula Indian Restaurant last Friday! We’re excited to share her experience with you:

“Commercial Drive is full of interesting and unique eateries, making it an ideal destination for a gastronomic adventure. For those craving Indian food, Sula Restaurant at 1128 Commercial Drive is one place you do not want to miss. As a lover of Indian food in Vancouver, I was excited to try Sula Restaurant, which has been open for seven years now and comes highly rated online with 4/5 stars on both Zomato and Yelp. Last week, we visited Sula Restaurant for dinner and tried a few of their offerings.

Vibrant and Inviting Interior

Interior dining area of Sula Indian Restaurant Commercial Drive. — Step into the warm and inviting interior of Sula Indian Restaurant on Commercial Drive, designed for a memorable dining experience

Walking into the restaurant, you immediately feel like you’ve entered a different sort of space. The well-appointed interior exudes a sense of coziness that makes you feel instantly at ease. The room is decorated with warm wood and gold tones, complemented by beautiful Indian art pieces. I love the small touches put into the decor, like the silhouette of the Taj Mahal on one of the walls and the elephant design on the throw cushions. And in the middle of the dining room, a small water feature with surrounding candle accents ensures a calm and serene environment, perfect for a relaxing meal.

Sula’s Menu: Authentic Flavors for Every Palate

At Sula, you can expect authentic Indian food prepared using traditional methods of cooking. Our menu features staple Indian curries, flavorful tandoori bread, and aromatic Indian rice preparations. There is truly something for everyone, catering to meat lovers, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, non-vegetarian, and dairy-free preferences, ensuring all guests find a delightful option.

What We Tried: Foodgressing’s Favorites

Disclosure: All food and drinks in this review were complimentary. Opinions are my own.

Smoky Tandoori chicken wings, perfectly grilled. — Savor the smoky, tender perfection of our Tandoori Wings, marinated in traditional spices and grilled to order at Sula Commercial Drive.

We started off with a unique appetizer, **Tandoori Wings** ($10.95). I was truly impressed with the rich flavor and how tender and juicy the wings were. I would definitely recommend the tandoori wings as an appetizer, a perfect way to begin your meal.

Main Courses:

Mattar Paneer ($12.95): One of the regular Indian curries I enjoy at least once a month is Mattar Paneer, and Sula’s version was solid. Thick, flavorful curry made from peas and cheese cooked in a creamy onion and turmeric curry. The cheese cubes were bigger than the ones I have had elsewhere; they were wonderfully soft and delicious. I would go back to Sula for this dish.
Prawn Makhani ($15.95): The Prawn Makhani was a slightly sweet and featured shelled prawns in a rich, creamy, tomato and butter sauce. The prawns were reasonably large, and I enjoyed their tender texture.
Lamb Tikka ($14.95): The Lamb Tikka was also very flavorful. The tender lamb pieces were broiled with ginger, garlic, and tandoori spices.
Spinach and Paneer Naan ($4.95): I loved Sula’s Spinach and Paneer Naan, which had cottage cheese and finely chopped spinach filling. I personally have not dined at many Indian restaurants where they serve stuffed naan. The filling certainly added another dimension to the naan. I would definitely want to have this again from Sula.

Overall Impression of Sula (Rating: 4.5/5)

I thoroughly enjoyed the rich, flavorful curries and the tender, juicy tandoori meat dishes at Sula Indian Restaurant. The deliciousness of the stuffed naan is something I want to revisit in the future. I would definitely want to dine at Sula again or order takeout from them. Foodgressing’s rating: 4.5/5!

About Foodgressing: Moving Towards Delicious Food

Interior of Sula Indian Restaurant on Commercial Drive, Vancouver. — Welcome to Sula Indian Restaurant on Commercial Drive, where authentic Indian flavors meet Vancouver’s vibrant dining scene.

The basic meaning of the Latin root “-gress” is “to step.” In conjunction with “food,” foodgressing to me means “moving towards food.” As a result, I coined the term “foodgressing” to represent my constant search for my next great eat!