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Dosa

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Indian Restaurant$$$$

Japantown, San Francisco

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Dosa

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Hemant JSeptember 20, 2015
Most dishes are South Indian. The owners are from Mumbai! Tasty delicious food. Good complementing drinks. They have a different version of Vada Pav which is sweet and spicy with an awesome gunpowder!
Diana ArzNovember 20, 2017
We had a great experience; perfect for a date night. Food is delicious, with a modern approach, some unique dishes. Almond chicken curry, seasonal salad, butternut squash paneer dosa 😋
Ashok LalwaniMay 20, 2015
This restaurant is my go to place for South Indian food in SF. The taste here is more street food like than authentic. Been here few times now and have tried many dosas. Very delicious all of them.
J TApril 28, 2017
One of the best Indian restaurants in the Bay Area. Very classy place with really authentic flavors, even though they also do some fusion. Try the Chana Bhatura.
Nishanth ChandranJuly 2, 2017
Been here 5+ times
One of my favorite restaurants in SF. Steph Curry is great, so are Chennai Chicken, Dosas and a lot more. Sustainably sourced ingredients too!
Mrugen DeshmukhJuly 20, 2015
Masala dosa , idli fries are great. Nice ambience. Good service and great staff. Can be a bit expensive , but worth every penny especially if you are game for some authentic south Indian food.
Asa BaumSeptember 28, 2016
This is a really great restaurant, the interior is on point. The food is very well put together albeit a bit too spicy, this should be toned down a bit. Flavour combinations are very nice though.
Benjy WeinbergerMarch 30, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Get the "Alchemist". They only make 10 of them a night, and when you see your drink being smoked in a glass jar you realize why... Also - delicious!
Brad HamiltonAugust 1, 2013
Delicious. Highly recommended. My wife likes Indian food and I don't so I didn't think I would enjoy the experience. I had the seasonal summer uttapam with a side of yogurt and rice and loved it.
EaterDecember 1, 2010
Many favor the original Valencia location, and perhaps rightly so, but the bigger, shinier version has the same menu favorites and then some. It's beginning to hit its stride too. [Eater 38 Member] Read more
PoojaOctober 24, 2018
One of the best vada pavs I've eaten! Quinoa uttapam is the perfect combination of healthy and tasty. Nice vibe.
Chris MessinaOctober 1, 2018
Been here 5+ times
HH: Mon-Thu 5-7pm + 9pm-close; At the bar, $6 Firestone “Pivo” Pilsner, $8 glasses of wine, and discounted apps, like $4 Pappadum and Chutney sampler, $6 Idli fries, and $8 Chennai Chicken.
Tasting TableAugust 12, 2014
Fall in love with the Indian-spiced Chennai chicken. Juicy boneless nuggets of Fulton Valley chicken are marinated in Straus yogurt, cumin, and coriander, then pan-fried, so they're not super greasy. Read more
Jeffrey SilverFebruary 29, 2016
Absolutely awesome Southern Indian Cuisine. Also they have full Vegan options. The service and Vib are just as good as the food. True most visit in SF.
Pierpaolo Di PanfiloMay 9, 2016
Great indian place with classy interior. I had the Dosa, the plate is big enough as main course. It comes served with several sauces. Definitely recommended
SFGate ManagerJuly 16, 2012
Try the Peony (gin, coconut milk, lime, bird's eye chili, hibiscus masala nectar) and the Wry Rajah (rye, vermouth, cherry liqueur, bird's eye chili, mango juice). There are also fun bar treats.
Shaherose CharaniaApril 23, 2013
Been here 50+ times
A personal fav! Must order menu items: 1. White Truffle Masala Dosa 2. Trumpet Mushroom Uttapum 3. Juhu Palm cocktail (gin+lime+coconutmilk+BirdseyeChili) -- not on the menu, made on special request!
Tom ANovember 10, 2014
Came with a group if friends and our excellent waitress assisted us with ordering expertly. We enjoyed ever dish. The flavors were excellent and the heat controlled. Be adventurous here!
Raj S.November 22, 2013
The bhatura is massive. You can share it with 2-4 people depending on how hungry you are. Great balance of spice and curry flavor. Reminds me of home cooking.
Shivani AgarwalJune 15, 2015
My favorite Dosa place in SF so far. Love the clean nice ambience and food is really high quality. You can tell they use good fresh ingredients
Gene KeenanJuly 29, 2012
One of SF's hidden BRUNCH spots. The options are fresh and exciting but the best part is there no line. During brunch hours call in advance to make sure they are not closed for a private party.
Sravanti TekumallaFebruary 18, 2018
The pear dosa was unusual but very good. Don’t skip the apps! Vada Pav and avocado chaat both worth getting. Unconventional but delicious food.
Annie 🌺 JalotaApril 2, 2018
Been here 5+ times
You won’t go wrong with anything here! Drinks are solid and all the dosas are yummy. I had the chili dosa which wasn’t too spicy! :)
M TJanuary 28, 2015
Best dosa place in SF. Awesome cocktails . Wry Rajah is top notch . Chennai chicken , spicy basil & roasted chile and masala dosa are must try items
Cara HirschSeptember 22, 2013
Great for brunch: no wait, tasty food, one refill on the chai. Vada bav slider is excellent and can pair with a side of eggs if you want more food.
Erin ReaMay 11, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Yes, the dosas are delicious, but the most intriguing part of the menu is the small plates. They're seasonal, change often, and among the most creative dishes on the menu.
Manisha DharMarch 30, 2014
Been here 5+ times
My personal fav : Vada pav, chilli uttapam and prawn masala! Service is amazing and food is worth the wait!
Niharika KohliFebruary 11, 2019
Definitely not authentic but still pretty good. Their cocktails are impressive. My favorite is Steph Curry. Also try their idli fries!
Abhilash M JMay 3, 2015
The original place is in Valencia and has the same taste !!! This is more of a romantic / family place. The food is simply delicious !!
Salima MavaniAugust 28, 2013
Tried a few of the fusion-y dosas (the white truffle and the spicy basil) but I would stick to the original paper masala, it's definitely the best one they have!
Allison YuFebruary 23, 2015
The rasmalai dessert is amazing! Paneer cheese in rose water and cardamom syrup with pistachios ... Heavenly and only $6!
Eugene LeeSeptember 22, 2013
Taste/health: Lamb kofta: 9.25/8.25. South Indian slaw: 8/9.5, spicy basil dosa: 7.25/6,5, fish moillee 8.5/8, collard & bell pepper dosa 8.5/7
RobertApril 6, 2014
Try one scoop of ginger lemon sorbet and one scoop of banana chocolate swirl gelato. Yumm!
Rustem FeyzkhanovJuly 2, 2017
Best dosa and chatni on the west coast.
Emily FaraoneJune 21, 2016
The Steph curry cocktail is amazing. Also try the paneer dosa or one of the curry dishes- delicious!
Meg MinuskinJune 21, 2013
great indian food. has lots of dishes that you cant always find in america. also great for people with gluten allergies
Sofia FigueroaJanuary 25, 2020
Great happy hour menu!
Divya MenonMarch 6, 2015
Interesting choices of Dosa. Ordered the Rava masala dosa and it was amazing!
nils jansonJuly 11, 2015
Been here 10+ times
The tamil lamb with a side of uttapam is a truly excellent choice when you're feeling more north indian than south indian.
David PragerJanuary 4, 2020
Been here 5+ times
Incredible southern Indian food, great cocktails, solid atmosphere and top notch owners
Anuja SelvaOctober 23, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Chile roasted garlic dosa, vada pav , Chennai chicken and idly fry
Erika HöflichJuly 26, 2017
Awesome, just awesome! Very good service and the prawn masala with coconut rice - YUMMY!
LizMay 23, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Get a Gin & Tonic: Dosa Blade gin with house-made cardamom and fig (plus magic ingredients) tonic. Enchanting.
Katarina TDecember 3, 2012
Paper masala dosa has the perfect texture and the Chennai chicken is full of flavor. Open til midnight on weekends for those who dine late.
David ☕️ KleinAugust 18, 2014
Not your typical Indian food. Great cocktails. Sommelier is cool. One entree is big enough for two people!
Matthew DanielAugust 31, 2013
Be aware that the tasting menu is definitely not small portions, so either share one order with a friend or pace yourself so you make it through all 3 courses with room for dessert.
Tawana BurnettJune 6, 2010
Everything was amazing, wine list and pairings are outstanding. Aside from the masala Dosa which I agree with everyone was incredible, the garbanzo and avacado salad was a delightful highlight.
Amit ShahAugust 31, 2013
Best potato curry and sambar is rich and delish! Keep it simple go with the paper masala dosa. Very good!
Harsha TejaJuly 13, 2015
Best part of my food storyline. Dosa s are the best ones. I drove all the way from LA for this dosa stuff.
Kanan KapadiaJuly 24, 2016
Amazing!! A must try! Yummy fried idlis, Vada Pav (vegetarian sliders)....scrumptious!!

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