Saravanaa Bhavan Southall
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About Saravanaa Bhavan Southall
On South Rd in Southall, Saravanaa Bhavan serves South Indian food across a menu of 173 dishes. Breakfast includes Masala Dosa, alongside Onion Rava Dosa and other large, crispy dosas, plus Hot Idly served soft and fluffy. Rasa Vada and Rasam round out the starters, and Gobi 65 and Vegetable Spring Roll sit among the appetizers. Thalis are available, including a North Indian thali and traditional thalis with curries and sambar, and dinner brings dishes such as Malai Kofta. Mango Lassi and filter coffee are recurring drink orders alongside the Soup Of The Day. The restaurant runs on a walk-in basis with no reservations, and it gets busy at peak times.
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Menu & Prices
173 dishes · mains £2–10- Soup Of The Day£2.75
- Rasa Vada£3.95
- Hot Idly£4.45
- Rasam£2.75
- Vegetable Spring Roll£3.75
- Gobi - 65£6.25
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention masala dosa, mango lassi, malai kofta and filter coffee.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention masala dosa, mango lassi, malai kofta and filter coffee.
Customer Review Summary
Diners return most for the Masala Dosa and fluffy idlis, with the North Indian thali and filter coffee also praised, alongside a tiffin combo breakfast. Reviewers call portions generous and prices reasonable, and describe staff as attentive even at busy hours, with one noting a waitress fetched hot water after paying. One reviewer, however, reports an onion rava dosa arriving cold and undercooked, with flavourless chutneys.
Customer Review Summary
Diners return most for the Masala Dosa and fluffy idlis, with the North Indian thali and filter coffee also praised, alongside a tiffin combo breakfast. Reviewers call portions generous and prices reasonable, and describe staff as attentive even at busy hours, with one noting a waitress fetched hot water after paying. One reviewer, however, reports an onion rava dosa arriving cold and undercooked, with flavourless chutneys.
Featured reviews
- Naeem Liaqat
“Had a really enjoyable experience at this Indian restaurant. The food was excellent, full of authentic flavours and very well prepared. The curries had a good balance of spices without being unnecessarily oily or overpowering, and the meat was tender and cooked properly. The naan was fresh, soft and served hot, and the rice was also perfectly cooked. What I particularly liked was the variety on the menu. There are plenty of options for both meat lovers and vegetarians, with many traditional Indian dishes to choose from. The portion sizes are generous and the presentation is also good. The restaurant itself has a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere. Everything appeared clean and well maintained, and it is a nice place to visit with family or friends. The staff were polite, welcoming and attentive without constantly interrupting the meal. Service was efficient and we did not have to wait too long for the food. Considering the quality, quantity and overall experience, I found it to be good value for money. If you enjoy authentic Indian food with proper spices and flavours, this is definitely a place worth trying. Overall, a very satisfying experience from the food to the service and atmosphere. I would happily visit again and definitely recommend it.”
- Josh Porter
“Saravanaa Bhavan is one of those restaurants that really speaks for itself. With locations across the world, it is clearly an incredibly popular restaurant, and having visited several times now, I can completely understand why. Every time I visit, the restaurant is busy and bustling, yet somehow they are still able to accommodate walk-ins without too much difficulty. I have been here on several occasions for both breakfast and dinner, and the quality has remained consistently excellent. For breakfast, I would highly recommend the Masala Dosa. It is packed with flavour, perfectly crisp, and makes for a fantastic way to start the day. For dinner, the Malai Kofta is another personal favourite, with beautifully flavoured and comforting sauce. Both dishes offer fantastic value for money. One thing I always order alongside my meal is the Mango Lassi, which is wonderfully fresh, creamy, and full of natural mango flavour. It is the perfect accompaniment to the food. Service is consistently attentive and efficient, even when the restaurant is at its busiest. The staff keep things moving without making the experience feel rushed, which is impressive given how popular the restaurant is. The biggest selling point, however, has to be the price. The food is consistently good, the portions are generous, and the prices are incredibly reasonable. It is genuinely difficult to find this level of quality and value elsewhere. Whether you're looking for a hearty vegetarian breakfast, a filling dinner, or simply want to try some excellent South Indian food, I would highly recommend Saravanaa Bhavan. I will certainly continue coming back.”
- Ash Ejjala
“I feel BAD/SAD, for rating 2 stars for food at this place in Southall.. Saravana Bhavan is considered as a BRAHMIN, PREMIUM, SUPER PROUD, SOUTH INDIAN VEGETARIAN restaurant ACROSS ALL THE CAPITAL CITIES OF SOUTH INDIA, esp Tamilnadu, Andhrapradesh & Karnataka. Idli & Dosa are the Bread&Butter of a PREMIUM SB.. my Idly was soft and fluffy but unfortunately, my ONION RAVA DOSA arrived cold, undercooked at the bottom, but crisp on top !!! ( how could you possibly get this SO HORRIBLY WRONG ?!?!?!?!?!? the two coconut chutneys were completely flavourless ( it's actually quite difficult to make them devoid of flavour !! ) I personally do not like leaving food on my plate as it signals disrespecting the chef... PLENTY OF ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT... PLEASE GUYS, YOU ARE REPRESENTING An Almost Holy South Indian Tradition...”
- Rasal Varaprath
“Excellent food and wonderful service. The staffs are very friendly. I tried their tiffin combo breakfast yesterday morning and North Indian thali for today lunch with their magnificent filter coffee. Both amazing. Even after I’ve paid and at their busy hour when asked for hot water, their supervisor waitress made sure I’ve got it. Long live 🫶”
- Muhammad Abdul Rehman
“Saravanaa Bhavan Southall is a highly popular, casual dining spot on South Road known for its authentic South Indian vegetarian cuisine. It is part of the world's largest South Indian restaurant chain and offers an extensive menu that draws both locals and visitors looking for traditional flavors. - Menu Highlights: They are widely known for their massive, crispy dosas, fluffy idlis, and traditional thalis that offer a variety of curries and sambar. - Atmosphere: It features a bustling, no-frills, and family-friendly dining environment that mirrors a classic Indian diner. - Opening Hours: It is open daily from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM, making it convenient for everything from breakfast to a late dinner.”
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
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- Accessibility· 3
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Location
Indian Restaurants near Saravanaa Bhavan Southall
- Prashad Sweets4.13780.1 mi
vegetable samosa, pani puri, cash only
- Punjabi Spicy Tadka3.9323.7 mi
chicken tikka masala, paneer curry, aloo gobi
- 7 mi away
samosas, dhokla, jalebi
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saravanaa Bhavan Southall | 4.38,235 | — | masala dosa, mango lassi, malai kofta |
| Prashad Sweets | 4.1378 | 0.1 mi | vegetable samosa, pani puri, cash only |
| Punjabi Spicy Tadka | 3.932 | 3.7 mi | chicken tikka masala, paneer curry, aloo gobi |
| Gayatri Sweet Mart Limited | 4.8531 | 7 mi away | samosas, dhokla, jalebi |
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