Discovering the best takeout spots in the neighbourhood is always worthwhile. Having a list of favourite go-tos can save you on the nights when you just don’t feel like cooking—or you have a specific craving only a cherished local restaurant can satisfy. Here are our suggestions for some great takeout next to Weston Towers.
Epiphany Restaurant & Catering
Indulge in the heat and spices of the West Indies any time of year when you order from Epiphany Restaurant & Catering. Choose from a variety of popular Jamaican dishes, such as jerk chicken or pork, oxtail, curry chicken or goat, or rice and peas. Seafood lovers are spoiled for choice here too, with King fish, salmon, snapper, calamari, and Southern fried shrimp on the menu. There are lots of options for vegetarians; try the veggie or chickpea delight, the tofu veggie combo, or the jerk tofu. Don’t forget to pick up a bottle of fruit punch!
Pizza Zunction
Sometimes takeout pizza is just what you need to satisfy a craving, but that doesn’t mean your meal has to be boring. At Pizza Zunction they make Indian-style Halal pizza, as well as all of the standard topping combinations you know and love. We recommend trying the Tandoori chicken special, the Shahi paneer pizza, or butter chicken wings. All of your favourite pizza place classics are here too, including wings, fries, panzos, and garlic bread.
Asun Depot Grill & Bar
At Asun Depot Grill & Bar you can indulge in Nigerian dishes such as jollof rice with chicken and plantain, Nkwobi (spicy cow feet, a Nigerian delicacy), pepper ponmo, catfish, tilapia, fried or boiled yams, and goat or fish pepper soup. The hallmark of Asun (spicy roasted goat) is the mix of bold aromatics, which include onions, garlic, bell peppers, and habanero. This African cuisine is known to be spicy and full of flavour; if your palate likes the heat, it’s a must-try.
Malado Restaurant
There’s a wide assortment to enjoy at Malado Restaurant, where you’ll find Thai, Korean, and Japanese dishes. This popular Asian restaurant offers sushi, sashimi, tempura, teriyaki, dumplings, gyoza, fried chicken, Korean hot stews, fried rice, noodles, and an array of seafood options. They also create stunning individual combination boxes and their party trays are perfect if you’re feeding a group, even a small one.
Taste of Life Restaurant and Lounge
Celebrate all things Caribbean at the Taste of Life Restaurant and Lounge where you’ll find all the best West Indian favourites. Craving homestyle macaroni pie, pelau, or callaloo? They’ve also got oxtail, jerk chicken, curried goat, and stewed chicken. Be sure to add in some sides; choose from bakes (fried dumplings), salt fish cakes, coleslaw, and doughboys. Try an island soda, peanut punch, or Mauby to round out your meal.
We hope we’ve whet your appetite for your next delicious takeout meal! Thanks for reading and don’t forget to follow the Medallion blog for more great local dining suggestions.