If you're searching for authentic Indian food in the South Edmonton Common area, Haweli stands apart. It's the only full-service North Indian restaurant with a bar in the retail district. That means you'll find tandoor cooking, layered biryanis, and fresh naan, not a hybrid concept squeezed into a food court. The dining room is quiet enough for conversation, the portions are generous, and the price hits the mark. Regulars from neighborhoods across South Edmonton Common, Rutherford, and Ellerslie call it a welcome change from typical chains.

Why Haweli Stands Out in South Edmonton Common

The retail district is packed with familiar chains. Haweli flips the script. The interior echoes the concept's name: a warm space inspired by a traditional Indian manor house. Space between tables, low noise, modern bar upfront. Diners from Rutherford cite the quietness as a major draw. You can actually hear your dinner companion.

But the kitchen is what sets it apart. Haweli specializes in North Indian cuisine: tandoor cooking, slow-simmered curries, whole-spice biryanis. Nothing's rushed. The menu runs deep: appetizers, tandoori sizzlers, signature curries, vegetarian dishes, Indo-Chinese fusions, South Indian dosas. You're not picking from a condensed "Indian takeout" list. You're exploring a whole region.

The Friday and weekend buffet is where you see this. You sample tandoori chicken, multiple curries, tandoori items, and desserts without committing to à la carte prices. The quality doesn't drop. It's the same kitchen that makes the Malai Butter Chicken.

Signature Dishes That Keep Guests Coming Back

Order any of these four and you'll understand why diners come back. North Indian cooking takes time. These dishes show what patience looks like.

Malai Butter Chicken is often called the best butter chicken in South Edmonton. Tandoor-grilled chicken in a tomato-based butter sauce, finished with fenugreek and cream. The creaminess is rich without cloying, and the portion is huge. Order it with garlic naan from the clay oven.

Haweli Chicken Biryani: boneless chicken layered with basmati rice, whole spices (cardamom, cinnamon, bay leaf). The version respects the method. It's aromatic and intensely spiced without heat overpowering the chicken. Order this if you've only had quick biryani before.

Lamb Roganjosh: a Kashmiri recipe made with lean lamb, onion, ginger, garlic, and Kashmiri masala. The lamb becomes tender, and the sauce clings to it. (Kashmiri-style is a principle, not gospel.)

Shahi Paneer: homemade paneer in a butter sauce with exotic spices. Vegetarian diners consistently order this. Paneer is easy to over-fry, but Haweli's stays creamy inside.

Dine-In Comfort, Full Bar, and Easy Takeout

Sit down, takeout, or delivery. We've optimized all three.

Dine-in is worth it. Families, couples, business groups—the dining room works for all of them. Low noise. Service is friendly, and they know the menu without rushing you.

The bar is the differentiator. North Indian food pairs well with beer, wine, and Indian spirits. The cocktail list is curated, not an afterthought. You're at a restaurant, not a food court.

Takeout and delivery are streamlined. Phone orders, online ordering, and delivery to South Edmonton Common, Rutherford, Mill Woods Town Centre, and Tamarack work smoothly. Curries hold their heat, naan arrives soft, biryani stays fluffy.

Perfect for Families, Date Nights, and Group Outings

Try Haweli for any of these.

Family dinners: Paneer curries and mild tandoori chicken for kids; spicier options for adults. The weekend buffet lets everyone find something without the pressure of ordering. Kids eat quickly.

Date nights: Quiet dining room, full bar, shareable plates (samosas, tandoori platters). Build the meal together.

Group gatherings: Reservations available. Staff coordinates so dishes arrive together for groups from Tamarack or nearby neighborhoods. Catering for events and corporate gatherings available too.

Where to Find Us and How to Order

Located at 2104 99 St NW, AB T6N 1L2, Haweli sits inside South Edmonton Common with free parking. We're convenient for guests from Richford, Rutherford, and other south-side neighborhoods. If you're in Mill Woods Town Centre, Tamarack, or The Meadows, we're worth the drive.

Hours:
Sunday–Thursday: 12:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Friday–Saturday: 12:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.

Phone: +1 (780) 469-7007

Order online at hawelicanada.com for the full menu, delivery, and pickup. We serve Rutherford, Mill Woods Town Centre, Tamarack, and the surrounding area.

Ready to Try South Edmonton's Best Indian Restaurant?

Order the Malai Butter Chicken and Haweli Chicken Biryani. You'll understand why this restaurant stands out in South Edmonton Common.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Haweli authentic North Indian food?

Yes. Haweli specializes in North Indian cuisine — tandoori sizzlers, layered biryanis, slow-cooked curries, and fresh naan from our clay oven. Each dish uses traditional spice blends and cooking techniques. We're the only full-service North Indian restaurant with a bar inside South Edmonton Common, which makes us a step above the chain options in the area.

What are the most popular dishes at Haweli?

Customers consistently order the Malai Butter Chicken (tandoor-grilled chicken with tomatoes and fenugreek), Haweli Chicken Biryani (boneless chicken layered with basmati rice and whole spices), Lamb Roganjosh (Kashmiri-style lamb with red spices), and Shahi Paneer (homemade paneer in butter sauce). All come in generous portions.

Does Haweli have dine-in, delivery, and takeout?

Yes to all three. The dining room is spacious with comfortable seating and low noise levels — great for families, couples, or group gatherings. We also offer full delivery to South Edmonton Common, Rutherford, Mill Woods, and surrounding neighborhoods, plus phone and online takeout orders.

What are Haweli's hours?

We're open Sunday through Thursday 12:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., and Friday–Saturday 12:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. Perfect for lunch buffets, weekend dinners, or late-night cravings.

Does Haweli offer vegetarian or vegan options?

Absolutely. We have a dedicated Haweli's Vegetarian section featuring Shahi Paneer, Malai Kofta, Palak Paneer, and Daal Tadka. Many of our vegetarian curries can also be adapted for vegan diets — just ask when you order.