Authentic Punjabi & North Indian Flavours in West End Winnipeg
Chef Paaji is Winnipeg's go-to for late-night Indian street food, freshly made every day at 748 Sargent Ave. From bone-in Chicken Biryani and steamed Momos to our famous Butter Chicken Poutine, we bring the bold flavours of Punjab and North India to the heart of the West End. Open late for takeout and online ordering.
Step inside Winnipeg's favourite Indian street food kitchen — where Punjabi classics meet bold Indian-Canadian fusion. From dum-style bone-in Chicken Biryani to our signature Butter Chicken Poutine, every dish is freshly made daily at 748 Sargent Ave. With a 4.4-star rating and over 1,000 customer reviews, Chef Paaji has earned its reputation as a West End landmark for late-night Indian street food.
Discover the dishes that put Chef Paaji on Winnipeg's food map. From traditional Punjabi street food to creative Indian-Canadian fusion, every plate is freshly made with bold, authentic flavours.
Aromatic bone-in chicken slow-cooked with long-grain basmati rice, whole spices, and herbs using the traditional dum method. Voted by loyal customers as the best biryani in Winnipeg — generous portions and authentic flavours, every single time.
Chef Paaji's signature creation: crispy fries smothered in creamy butter chicken gravy and topped with fresh cheese curds. An Indian-Canadian fusion that customers say is "the best poutine they've ever tried" — a true West End landmark dish.
The vegetarian answer to our iconic poutine — crispy fries smothered in rich, velvety paneer makhani sauce with melted cheese curds. A hearty fusion dish that vegetarians love and meat-eaters keep coming back for.
Juicy Tibetan-style dumplings filled with seasoned chicken, hand-folded and steamed to order. Served with our house-made chutney — a Chef Paaji favourite that fans say are the best momos in Winnipeg.
Mumbai's iconic street food staple — spiced mashed vegetable curry topped with a generous knob of butter and served with toasted buttery pav buns. Cooked fresh daily, exactly as you'd find it on the streets of Mumbai.
A Punjabi street-food fusion done right — a crispy, spiced aloo tikki patty stacked burger-style with house chutneys, pickles, and fresh fixings. Praised by customers as one of the best tikki burgers in Winnipeg.
The name "Paaji" — an endearing Punjabi term meaning "brother" — sets the tone the moment you walk in. Welcoming, unpretentious, and deeply rooted in community, Chef Paaji has built a loyal following across Winnipeg's West End and beyond. Our kitchen perfects the spice balance and layering that defines great Indian street food — the kind that's hard to find outside South Asia. Generous portions, bold flavours, late-night hours. View our full menu to plan your visit.
Find answers about ordering, our late-night hours, the Winnipeg neighbourhoods we serve, and our most popular dishes.
You can order through multiple channels:
Chef Paaji serves takeout, pickup, and delivery across Winnipeg's West End and surrounding neighbourhoods, including:
Delivery fees and minimum orders may vary by location and delivery partner.
Customer favourites at Chef Paaji include:
Yes — our menu has a wide range of vegetarian Indian street food, including Paneer Makhani Poutine, Pav Bhaji, paneer dishes, vegetable momos, and other meat-free favourites. Let us know about any dietary needs when you order.
Chef Paaji is open late, six days a week:
We're located at 748 Sargent Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0B4 — in the heart of Winnipeg's vibrant West End neighbourhood, minutes from Polo Park, Wolseley, and Downtown Winnipeg.
Yes, Chef Paaji caters for events, parties, and group orders of all sizes. Our catering menu features the same authentic Indian street food we serve every day. Call (204) 416-0700 to discuss your menu, quantities, and date.
Chef Paaji is a takeout-first restaurant with limited dine-in seating. Most guests order online or call ahead and pick up fresh from our Sargent Avenue location.
Address
748 Sargent Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3E 0B4
Phone
(204) 416-0700
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Thursday: 3:30 PM – 1:00 AM
Friday & Saturday: 3:30 PM – 2:00 AM
Sunday: 3:30 PM – 2:00 AM
