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Welcome to The Kohinoor: Your Indian Culinary Adventure in Downtown Halifax
At The Kohinoor, nestled in the vibrant heart of Halifax, we celebrate the spirit of Indian cuisine combined with the charm of casual modern dining. Our restaurant is a melting pot of flavors, cultures, and community.
From the rich curries to the sizzling grills, every bite is a journey through India’s diverse culinary landscape.
The Kohinoor is not just about food; it’s about the ambiance. Our space combines the warmth of Indian culture with a contemporary, relaxed setting. It’s the perfect backdrop for a casual lunch, an evening out with friends, or a relaxed drink at our well-stocked bar.
"In the moments that matter, surround yourself with your favorite people and savor the best places. At The Kohinoor, we believe that's what truly counts."
The Coast | January 8,2024
Based in the former Hopyard on Gottingen Street, chef and co-owner Dinu Mathew and his friends-turned-business partners are planning an Indian bar/restaurant that will bring something “a little bit different” to a city in short supply of late-night South Asian cuisine.
Kohinoor will be open 11am-11pm on weekdays and until 1am on weekends, with “live music and everything,” Mathew says. Its menu will reflect, in part, the southern Indian dishes Mathew grew up with before moving to Canada in 2010 and eventually settling in Halifax in 2012—offerings like Kerala porotta, a layered flatbread served with curry; or Chettinad masala, marinated overnight and served with peppers and onions.
“It’s mostly north Indian restaurants [here in Halifax], so we want to introduce some of our stuff from south India, too,” Mathew told The Chronicle Herald in 2020. That bet has paid off. Despite opening Spice Hub in the first year of COVID-19, the foursome say they received an “overwhelming” community response—along with regulars repeatedly asking when they would open a restaurant on the Halifax side of the harbour. Enter Kohinoor, named for one of the world’s largest cut diamonds (and a part of the Crown Jewels).
By Martin Bauman
Based in the former Hopyard on Gottingen Street, chef and co-owner Dinu Mathew and his friends-turned-business partners are planning an Indian bar/restaurant that will bring something “a little bit different” to a city in short supply of late-night South Asian cuisine.
Kohinoor will be open 11am-11pm on weekdays and until 1am on weekends, with “live music and everything,” Mathew says. Its menu will reflect, in part, the southern Indian dishes Mathew grew up with before moving to Canada in 2010 and eventually settling in Halifax in 2012—offerings like Kerala porotta, a layered flatbread served with curry; or Chettinad masala, marinated overnight and served with peppers and onions.
“It’s mostly north Indian restaurants [here in Halifax], so we want to introduce some of our stuff from south India, too,” Mathew told The Chronicle Herald in 2020. That bet has paid off. Despite opening Spice Hub in the first year of COVID-19, the foursome say they received an “overwhelming” community response—along with regulars repeatedly asking when they would open a restaurant on the Halifax side of the harbour. Enter Kohinoor, named for one of the world’s largest cut diamonds (and a part of the Crown Jewels).
By Martin Bauman
Address: 2103 Gottingen St, Halifax, NS B3K 3B2
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+1 (902) 492-4617
info@thekohinoor.ca