Kudos to Tropika Restaurant (in Landsdowne, Richmond) and Banana Leaf (W. Broadway) for coming close to being as authentic as possible. ^ Many Tropika chains popping up like crazy in B.C. Go to the one in Richmond, Robson St and Arbedeen Centre. Avoid the Cambie St one - manager rude and parking's a hassle.

Banana Leaf on W.Broadway is excellent. Yummy, never been disappointed. Avoid the other chain on Denman St.