Gwalia Sweets and Restaurant - Hamilton

1379 Upper James St Unit #4, Hamilton, ON L9B 1K2, Canada
$$$ Indian restaurant
(1294 Reviews)
Price Range $10–30

If you’re looking to indulge in authentic Indian cuisine in Hamilton, look no further than Gwalia Sweets and Restaurant. Located conveniently on Upper James St, this delightful restaurant seamlessly combines traditional Indian flavors with a contemporary dining experience, making it a must-visit spot for food lovers.

Gwalia specializes in Indian cuisine, particularly known for its delectable Punjabi and Indo-Chinese offerings. Among their standout dishes, the Amritsari Kulcha Chole (CA$19.99) is an absolute favorite, featuring buttery, flaky bread paired with a flavorful chickpea curry that packs a punch. The Chole Bhature (CA$14.99) is another crowd-pleaser, with fluffy bread served alongside a spicy chickpea mix, just waiting to be savored. If you’re in the mood for something different, make sure to try their unique Schezwan Noodles (CA$18.99) or Veg. Manchurian Gravy (CA$21.99) — a perfect blend of spices sure to ignite your taste buds.

The dining atmosphere at Gwalia is casual yet inviting, making it an ideal spot for everything from family dinners to quick lunches. The restaurant is adorned in warm colors, creating a cozy vibe that enhances your culinary journey. As you sit down, you’ll likely be greeted by the intoxicating aroma of spices wafting through the air, with friendly staff ready to cater to your every need.

Don't miss out on the sweet side of Gwalia! The restaurant also features a counter offering a wide variety of traditional Indian sweets, especially popular during festive seasons. Customers rave about their Dhokla, which one enthusiast hailed as the "BEST DHOKLA in the GTA." With perfect balance in flavor—neither too sweet nor too salty—it’s a true testament to the quality of cuisine found here.

Real customers echo these sentiments. One satisfied diner shared about their experience with an array of flavors—from the soft and seasoned momos to the perfectly sautéed Hakka noodles. Each dish is served fresh, ensuring that every bite is bursting with flavor. The restaurant’s attention to detail and remarkable service has captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike.

Whether you’re stopping by for a quick bite or planning a leisurely meal with friends, Gwalia Sweets and Restaurant promises a memorable dining experience filled with genuine Indian flavors and a warm ambiance. Make sure to grab a seat and treat your palate to a journey through India’s rich culinary landscape!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers kerbside pickup
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Quiet
Crowd
Good for groups
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
Openings Hours
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Monday

Closed

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

1294 Reviews
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23 Sep 2025

Absolutely loved this place! The food was incredible—especially the Dhokla. OMG, hands down the BEST DHOKLA in the GTA. It was perfectly balanced—not too sweet, not too salty, just the way it should be. So soft and fresh! Wait time wasn't too bad.. like 10-15minish... they also have sweets over the counter.. so i had those while i waited. I also tried the Schezwan Momos—they were super spicy but packed with flavor. If you like a good kick, definitely try these. I ordered rice, veg balls, and naan as well, and both were cooked to perfection. Everything was fresh, tasty, and well-seasoned. I will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for flavorful, high-quality food!

phulpreet kaur

09 Jul 2025

We had an incredible dining experience at this Indian restaurant! From start to finish, everything was perfect. For starters, we ordered momos, Schezwan noodles, Hakka noodles, gravy Manchurian, mango lassi, masala tea, and shikanji. Every dish was packed with flavor, served fresh, and piping hot. The momos were soft and well-seasoned, while the noodles had the perfect balance of spice and texture. The drinks were refreshing and authentic — the mango lassi was rich and creamy, and the masala tea had the perfect kick of spices. For the main course, we enjoyed rawa onion dosa, paneer lababdar, sweet white gravy malai kofta, dal makhni, butter naan, and roti. Each dish was absolutely delicious! The dosa was crisp and flavorful, the paneer lababdar had a rich, creamy texture, and the malai kofta was wonderfully indulgent with its sweet, white gravy. The dal makhni was rich and comforting, and the naan and roti were soft yet perfectly baked. On top of the amazing food, the service was fantastic. The staff was attentive, friendly, and ensured everything was served fresh and hot. All in all, this is hands down one of the best Indian restaurants we’ve ever visited. Highly recommended for anyone looking for authentic flavors and excellent service!

Shamannita Nundy

17 Jun 2025

Gwalia sweets are famous in Gujarat for dry snacks (farsan) and sweets. They have quite the variety of sweets available and special offers during festive seasons. I went here during Ganesh Utsav, sadly their modaks were sold out but their boondi laddo and mawa penda were delicious!!

Vidyadhar Kanetkar

13 Jun 2025

This is a casual friday kind of a place for Indian quick serve food. We ordered pani puri, sev puri, mango mastani and stuffed kulcha to dine in ; haka noodles, schezwan noodles, veg manchurian and assorted sweets to go. The place was clean and the service was courteous. The taste of the food was spot on. Will definitely visit again. Ideally the sev puri and the pani puri should have been served 1st along with the mango mastani but the mango mastani and the stuffed kulcha were served 1st and then the sev puri and pani puri. The paani of the pani puri was just incredibly spot on, very few places in GTA serve that. To be fair to the place, I did not mention the sequence i wanted the food served. Loved the mint infused water they serve. One gripe, request if they could serve that paani puri on a live counter, it would be justbgreat. Keep up the good work guys.. don't lose that chef.

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