Anil’s Roti Shop & Bakery
“Best doubles in the hood handsdown
Although parking sucks in the area so worth the 50 times around the dam block looking for parking lol”
“to all you foodies this is a must try , we also had the aloo pie, like a bread and potatoe bun.”
“My go to place for West Indian food.”
Anil’s Roti Shop & Bakery
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Has TV: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$ Price range Under $10
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I had been nursing a doubles craving for some time. I live in Elmhurst, where we have an abundance of various Asian and Spanish restaurants, but no West Indian spots. But, being half Guyanese, I couldn't deny myself any longer.
Finally, on one particularly idle afternoon, my bf and I took the trip to Liberty Avenue to scratch my itch.
Upon walking into Anil's, I thought, "Huh. This place looks particularly unimpressive." But, whatever. I'm accustomed to eating at places that lack decor and ambiance, as I find that they often have the BEST food.
Looking at the menu, I was tempted to veer off from my original intentions and get something else. They have all the food in a large display case, and everything looked pretty good. They had oxtail, conch, goat, shrimp curry … my mouth was beginning to water. But, I came for the doubles damn it!
Ordered some for myself and my bf. Forgot to ask for tamarind sauce, but got them with pickle and pepper. (Be aware of ordering with pepper. It is seriously sweat inducing, so be prepared.) They were truly delicious, and a steal at just $1.25 each. You get a pretty good serving, but if you're making a meal of it, I'd recommend you get 2.
Eat them there if you can, it's one big yummy mess if you get it to go.
My bf didn't like the doubles too much. I was like "How dare you not like my homeland goodies!!" I forgave him though, bc he enjoyed the eggball, which is exactly what it sounds like.
Used to live right near this one — and yes I used to go often but the main draw was the black pudding which is bloody delicious. Pun not intended. The other items are okay but if I wanted poulourie or doubles, I'd take a walk down the block. Not to say they don't rock these items though — it's just that area is flooded with spots like this and over time you figure out where you want certain items from.