Pochys
Pochys
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Menu in August 2024
Chicken Tenali Kura Roll
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BL H.
Dec 31, 2024
Ambiance: Pochys is a no frills casual spot.Its best for small groups (around 4 people) or just totally eating by yourself.There are a few tables outside in case you want to bring your furry friends.Food:I had the Tenali Kura paneer rolls and the Aloo Bonda. The rolls were so flavorful and had a good amount of heat from the chilis.2 of the small rolls was satisfying enough for a small meal. The Aloo Bonda was mildly spiced with what appeared to be turmeric, black mustard seed, and possibly some chilis. The cilantro chutney was a nice accompaniment to the slightly crisp outer layer of the Aloo Bonda. The chutney container was small; I'll ask for more next time.Service: The lady who served our food was so nice and welcoming.Value:I think the 2 rolls for $16 and the Aloo Bonda for $10 was a bit pricey.Other notes: I definitely want to come back to try the other dishes. I've been to many Indian spots in SF and the East Bay but haven't found anything else like Pochys. I'd rate the food 5 stars but the value is 4 stars.
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Jude D.
Nov 15, 2024
Really delicious fast casual Indian food. I had the paneer rolls and added veggies and a boiled egg. It was delicious. Paneer is always fire but it was cooked in a slightly spicy curry sauce that I loved. Def add the peppers and onions for veggies and texture as well. My only critique- I wish you could mix and match rolls, since each order comes with two. Oh also loved that there was some cute outdoor seating.
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Ajay K.
Oct 13, 2024
Omg what a find! We were scrolling through Yelp to find a quick post-hike snack when we stumbled upon Pochys. We're so glad we found this place: usually we'd have to drive all the way to Sunnyvale or Cupertino for quality South Indian food so glad to have Pochys close by. The other thing that stands out is that it's not your "standard" South Indian fare like dosa/idli. Here, the menu is inspired by Bangalore grab-and-go food so the emphasis is more on the rolls (which you can get done in a variety of ways). We ordered the Tenali Kura Chicken Roll (2 for $16) which were delicious. I wasn't familiar with what Tenali Kura was (might be a Karnataka thing) but when we tasted it was exactly like what we'd expect to find in someone's house in South India. Very authentic/homemade flavor profile! Shoutout to the owner's 70 year old mom who very sweetly brought our food to us and asked us if we needed anything else. Totally adds to the charm/homeliness of the place. We'll be back to try the Donne biryani soon!
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Sil M.
Feb 14, 2025
Amazing little neighborhood gem. I've tried only one dish so far but I'll be definitely back for more. It was really good and tasted very authentic.
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Toni M.
May 1, 2024
I'm not sure how I learned about Pochys. Either via Nosh or Yelp's Hot and New Businesses email or even the Chronicle's new restaurants section. Either way I bookmarked it on Yelp and Nina and I met here for lunch today. It's where Lulu's Berkeley was, on Camelia between 10th and 9th, It has changed since it was Lulu's. The outdoor seating is level w/ the sidewalk w/ one step up and one step down. There's a ramp to the interior space and it looks like there's a gate where the outside seating is to allow wheelchair access. You order at the counter and your food is brought to you.Because of a review I read prior to our visit, I was concerned about the spice level and discussed it w/ Aravind when I ordered. He told me the Butter Chicken was customizable by adding coconut cream and cashews to cut the spice. I ordered the lime juice to drink. He encouraged me to try the mango lassi w/ cardamom and I said I would next time. Nina ordered the same thing and we sat inside. When I finished the lime juice I requested a mango lassi, which Aravind brought to me.Our Butter Chicken was brought to us and it was tasty w/ no heat. The chicken meat was meltingly tender and moist, an achievement because it was white meat. When Aravind came to check on us we said we could use more spice, so he brought us small samples of the way they normally make it and it was delicious. Both of us would order it that way next time. The previous reviewer must be far more spice sensitive than we are. Aravind explained that the other dishes weren't customizable because the spices are cooked in, so they can't be changed. They will be reserved for those w/ a more robust spice tolerance than we have.The interior space is undecorated, the result, I think, of it being early days. I expect that to change over time. When I headed back to the bathroom Aravind came over to turn on the lights in the hallway and the bathroom for me. I thanked him and told him I needed to pay for my lassi and he said it was on the house, which was very kind and I appreciated it. This is an interesting new restaurant and I look forward to revisiting it.
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Payal R.
May 4, 2024
Walked in on a Saturday afternoon around 1:00 PM and was seated immediately. I ordered a pair of chicken Tenali kura roll and my husband ordered a paneer and egg tenali kura roll. All the rolls were delicious. The chicken one specifically was DELICIOUS & AMAZING. Not too oily, the spice level was good for my Indian taste bud Will definitely be here next time I'm in Berkeley.
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Shivani G.
Aug 30, 2024
Genius marketing led to our discovery of this place!I saw a placard near my son's school on University and I was intrigued by the promise of South Indian street food. My husband is from Andra Pradesh and seeing the pics of the founders online, I knew this place would be legit. The food did not disappoint: vada pav, chicken tenali khura roll, and chicken 65. Wish there was imili and green chutney for the vada pav and lime along with the chicken 65 but those are simple asks for next time. And believe me, there will be a next time!Thanks for bringing authentic Indian food to Berkeley! We salute you!
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Sydney G.
Feb 15, 2025
Had a delicious meal with dishes I hadn't met in restaurants before. Lovely owner : ) We'll be coming again!
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Gabriel C.
Mar 2, 2025
Ordered the butter masala combo. Probably the worst Indian food I've ever had. Would not recommend
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Dorrice P.
Jan 31, 2025
delicious I believe it's the best Indian food I've had outside of India. I could clearly taste each different spice in the dish. Everything was so fresh and good and the owner was super nice.will definitely go again.
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