Mylapore - Fremont

Good food and service. Highly recommend the Benne Masala Dosa. Expect to be on the wait-list for at half to one hour if you are going for dinner on a weekend. However, please be patient as the wait-list moves fast.

It was a long wait to get into the restaurant on weekends but it was well worth it. The restaurant was clean and furnished very well. One of the best south indian places I have been to in bay area. Podi masala benne dosa and Thatte idli are a must try. Rest if the items are also good. Everything tasted amazing. Coffee was one of the best but would skip rose milk and mango drink next time.

Food - 5/5 Finally get to checkout this place that has been on my list for awhile. Came here for late "supper" thinking I could try out their rava dosa. Unfortunately they stop serving rava dosa 30mins before closing. So I ordered their Ghee masala dosa instead. Super thin crispy and even their sambar was good (a little on the milder side for my liking but love it anyway). It's also rare to find a place here that serve dosa on a real banana leaf which is common practice seen in Asia. Will definitely come back and try their rava masala dosa and other options in future.Service - 5/5 great friendly services and came back to ask if food turned out to my liking since it was recommended by the hostess. Very clean and spotless place even their restrooms. Ambiance 5/5 very spacious, new and beautiful decoration and contemporary vibe.

During my recent visit to Mylapore in Fremont, I was transported back to the vibrant streets of Chennai. The restaurant truly lives up to the hype, offering an authentic South Indian culinary experience that is both nostalgic and delightful.I indulged in six varieties of dosas, including the Andhra Kara Plain, Andhra Kara Masala, Onion Rava Masala Dosa, Mysore Masala Dosa, and the Mylapore Special Dosa. Each was beyond amazing, capturing the essence of traditional flavors with crispy exteriors and flavorful fillings. Don't miss their Happy Hour Special where every single dosa is $7.99The highlight of my meal was the Rathna Cafe Idly Sambar. The soft idlis drenched in sambar hit the spot, bringing back major nostalgia. For the first ten years in the U.S., I used to store sambar podi in the freezer from Rathna Cafe, and tasting this dish was like a heartfelt reunion with an old friend.The service was excellent--quick and efficient. The staff graciously offered extra sambar and chutney with a warm smile, enhancing the overall dining experience.For those seeking an authentic taste of Chennai in the Bay Area, Mylapore is a must-visit. The combination of exceptional food and heartfelt service makes it a standout destination for South Indian cuisine enthusiasts.

I've had the opportunity to go with my coworker for lunch, and as a vegetarian restaurant the food is flavorful and highlights the diversity of Indian cuisine.As an omnivore that needs his meat, it's not my top choice for a restaurant but I highly recommend this for vegans and vegetarians that can handle the heat. There are a lot of carbohydrate based options and the mango lassi is perfect to cut through the spice. The service was a bit on the slower end and requires flagging down a service staff upon sight, but they are attentive. Ambiance was "order first, seat later" and filled with lively locals enjoying their food.

*Vegan/Vegetarian Foodie Review*Exceeded Expectations!We'd heard a lot of hype about this place, and finally got to try it out. What stood out to me was the abundance of vegan options clearly marked on the menu!Ordered:- Idly (Vegan): So fluffy and yum! My 4-year-old devoured it.- Tamarind Rice (Vegan): Flavorful and authentic, but unfortunately, the rice was hard and dry, likely from being left out for a while. I mentioned it to the staff, and they immediately apologized.When I asked for a replacement, I opted for Idly instead of Tamarind Rice. The staff member kindly offered me the Idly, and also included specialty rice (heavenly coconut rice!) and 2 cups of filtered coffee to make up for the price difference. This generous gesture truly impressed me!- Mysore Masala Dosai (Vegan): Tasted amazing and flavorful!Efficient Service:The process works seamlessly - join the waitlist, order and pay at the cashier, and your food arrives within 10 minutes. Super fast!Ambiance:The Fremont location has great vibes!Will definitely be back for more!Recommended for vegans and those looking for authentic South Indian cuisine!

After hearing about this place since long time we finally tried and i must say i was very disappointed. May be it was a bad day or may be because it was weekend. We went in pretty early on Saturday and got the table around approximately in 30 min. We ordered idly, vada, masala dosa, vegan filter coffee & regular filter coffee.The idly was very bland. It wasn't properly fermented and salt was missing. The chutneys, vada & dosa were also pretty average. The highlight of the meal was vegan filter coffee. It was made out of oat milk and really very delicious. Ambiance was very nice, fancy, clean.

Went there with kids for a Saturday lunch. Place was packed. 15 min wait time. Once you get your table number after 15 mins wait you go line up at the counter and order. Then go to the numbered table. It is all nicely orchestrated.Thali was reasonably priced but the verity was lacking. I have had much better South Indian thali elsewhere. Idli, vada were great as their sister location Idly express. Consistent quality.Mylapore special dosa was good with podi (spice powder) sprinkled. My kid didn't like it but it was nice for me. If you are ordering for kids avoid this one and do for plain masala dosa.Waiters were attentive and filled water as well as asked if we need any extra chutneys etc.Very noisy. Go there for food and not a relaxing or nice ambience type feeling.

3 visits later, the pleasing consistency of this place has finally compelled me to write this review. Food is excellent. Great quality. Ambiance is very warm and inviting. The layout is not super crowded and we had an enjoyable experience at every visit. But what stood out to me about Mylapore is their excellent service! We received our food pretty fast each time. They offer extra chutneys at your table if needed and regularly check on you, not overbearingly! The staff is friendly, courteous and very attentive. This is now one of our favorite Fremont restaurants

Benne Masala Dose (Pure Bliss) and Hot Filter Coffee (Customised) here would take you right back to Bangalore! Also Consider the Interiors, cleanliness and hospitality of host + crowd that makes you wait to get in, It's the closest you can get to Bangalore while in the Bay Area!