Now Open in Ajax · Chennai to Canada

The soul of Madras,
arrives in Canada.

A brand-new South Indian kitchen in the heart of Ajax — heritage recipes, hand-ground spices and slow-brewed filter coffee.

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NEWGrand Opening 2026
40+Signature Dishes
🇨🇦Proudly in Ajax
Est. 2026

Our Story

From the streets of Madras to the heart of Canada.

Madras Express is a brand-new South Indian kitchen, opening its doors in Ajax in 2026. Born from a love of Chennai's tiffin stalls and family kitchens, we're bringing crisp dosas, steaming filter coffee and slow-cooked biriyanis to a refined Canadian dining room.

Every spice is roasted in-house. Every chutney is ground fresh each morning. Every plate is a quiet tribute to the cooks, farmers and grandmothers who shaped our cuisine - reimagined for our new home.

  • ✦ Stone-ground batters, fermented overnight
  • ✦ Traditional recipes presented with a modern touch
  • ✦ South Indian flavours, with fresh Ontario ingredients

Gather Around

Bring the Madras table to your next event.

From office lunches to family celebrations, we prepare generous South Indian spreads with the same care as every plate in our kitchen.

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Office lunches Easy-to-share meals for teams and meetings.
Private celebrations Memorable food for birthdays, showers, and family gatherings.
Custom menus Vegetarian, non-vegetarian, and dietary-friendly options.

Opening Hours

We're open six days a week.

Walk-ins welcome. Reservations recommended for weekend dinner service.

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Monday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Saturday 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Sunday 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Find Us

Visit Madras Express.

Tucked into a quiet lane off the Harwood Avenue, our dining room is a calm retreat with soft light, cream tones and the aroma of roasted spice.

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