Rating: NNNN
BRAR SWEETS (2646 Islington, at Albion, 416-745-4449 755 Dundas West, at Mavis, Mississauga, 905-848-3933 199 Advance, at Dixie, Brampton, 905-799-1625) An Indian vegetarian fast-food chain in the GTA’s northwest, what it misses in ambience — think donut shop — is made up for by first-rate medium-spiced veggie curries sold in multi-sized takeout containers. Warning: as at most Indian spots, almost all dishes come heavy with ghee (clarified butter), but by the time you’ve gotten your feast home, the ghee — high in calories and cholesterol — will have risen to the top and is easy to remove. Best: dried turmeric and coconut curry with crunchy red and green peppers, cauliflower, potatoes and onions chickpea kofta balls mild shahi paneer cheese in a sweet tomato gravy laced with slivered almonds cheesy peas — gingery garden peas ‘n’ paneer sugary shredded-carrot halva rich with almonds and sultanas layered with silver leaf. Complete dinners for $8 per person, including all taxes and tip. Open daily 11 am to 11 pm. Unlicensed. Access: one step at door, washrooms in basement. Rating: NNNN
