Ottawa and Barrhaven
Where to eat Vada Pav in Ottawa.
Vada pav is Mumbai’s answer to the burger, and in Ottawa it is hard to find done properly. Tapri Chai in Barrhaven makes the potato fritter fresh and serves it in a soft bun with chutneys.
From the Tapri Chai kitchen · November 2026 · 2 min read
Where
Barrhaven, Ottawa
Price
$5.49 CAD
Open
Tue to Sun, 11am to 11pm
Kitchen
100% vegetarian
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What to expect
A vada pav here is a hot, crisp potato fritter in a soft bun with chutneys, made to order so the vada is hot when it reaches you. It is a snack-sized portion, so many people order two or add something on the side.
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Why it works in Ottawa
Ottawa’s long cold season is when a vada pav earns its place. It is a hot, filling, inexpensive snack you can eat in a few minutes, which suits a winter lunch break or a stop on the way home. In summer it works just as well as something quick to eat while walking.
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Before you order
Vada Pav is $5.49 CAD on our menu.
- It is a snack-sized portion, so many people order two, or one plus a side.
- If you like heat, the peri-peri version adds a fiery seasoning to the same fritter.
- It is best eaten right away while the vada is crisp, so avoid ordering it for a long delivery if you can eat in or pick up.
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What to order with it
Chai is the traditional partner, but the soft bun also works with other snacks.
- Kadak Chai, $4.49
- Bun Maska, $3.49
- Peri-Peri Vada Pav, $6.49
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When it hits the spot
It is a good order when:
- you are cold and want something hot and filling for under $6
- you want a quick bite after work or school
- you are showing a friend Indian street food for the first time
- you want a savoury partner for a cup of kadak chai
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Find us and order
200 Kennevale Dr Unit 104, Barrhaven, Ottawa. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 11am to 11pm, closed Mondays. Call (343) 547-8199, or look for us on DoorDash and SkipTheDishes and check which app covers your address.
Questions, answered.
Where can I eat Vada Pav in Ottawa?
Tapri Chai serves it at 200 Kennevale Dr Unit 104, Barrhaven, Ottawa.
How much is Vada Pav at Tapri Chai?
Vada Pav is $5.49 CAD.
Is vada pav the same as a burger?
It is a fritter in a bun, so people call it the Indian burger, but the spiced potato, the chutneys and the soft pav give it a different taste and texture.
What is the difference between Vada Pav and Peri-Peri Vada Pav?
The classic is a spiced potato fritter in a bun with chutneys. The peri-peri version has a tangy, fiery seasoning on top of the same fritter.
What goes well with vada pav?
A small cup of strong chai is the traditional pairing. A Bun Maska or a plate of fries also works.
At Tapri Chai
Taste it for yourself.
Our kitchen in Barrhaven is 100% vegetarian. 200 Kennevale Dr Unit 104, Ottawa. Tuesday to Sunday, 11am to 11pm. Closed Mondays.