The dosa is probably the best South Indian breakfast staple there is to exist. And the dosas in Bangalore are many — we are talking benne, podi to even something called a half dosa. Oh, and Bangaloreans love their dosa, or dose as it is called here. In our quest to find the best dosas in Bangalore, we've stumbled upon iconic and famous places that have mastered the art of making the finest dosas ever.
Best Dosas In Bangalore: Gorge On Benne To Podi Dosas At These 15 Spots
Overview
- 1. Shri Sagar CTR
- 2. Hotel Janatha
- 3. Vidyarthi Bhavan
- 4. Hotel Janardhan
- 5. Mavalli Tiffin Room (MTR)
- 6. Sree Krishna Kafe
- 7. Chikkanna Tiffin Room
- 8. Hotel Dwarka
- 9. Bengaluru Cafe
- 10. Taaza Thindi
- 11. Chalukya Samrat Cafe
- 12. Umesh Dosa Point
- 13. Om Sai Skanda Dosa Camp
- 14. Sidappa Hotel
- 15. The Rameshwaram Cafe
Here's A List of Best Dosa Places in Bangalore
Shri Sagar CTR
This restaurant’s iconic status is well-warranted. Their Benne Masala Dosas have a gleam to them thanks to the generous helpings of butter coated on them. Crispy and crunchy with the perfectly seasoned palya, this dosa is pretty famous throughout the city!
Rating: 4.4 on Google
Timings: 7 AM to 12:30 PM and 4 PM to 9:30 PM
Social Handle: Instagram
LBB Tip: You may have to wait for a table considering the huge crowds here, especially during breakfast time, but don't worry, service is super quick once seated.
Hotel Janatha
While they also serve the plain and onion dosa varieties, the crowds mainly come in for their thick, crunchy masala dosa that goes splendidly with bowls of their steaming sambhar. One of the best in Bangalore, we think!
Rating: 4 on Google
Timings: 8:15 AM to 12:30 PM and 4 PM to 8:15 PM
LBB Tip: It's not always that you will find seating here, but they have space to stand and eat. Service is not very quick, so expect to wait for a while.
Vidyarthi Bhavan
Since 1943, Vidyarthi Bhavan has been churning out crisped-up masala dosas (both, potato and sagu fillings are available) surrounded by golden pools of ghee to every hungry customer arriving at its doorsteps. The strong filter kapi is a bonus here.
Rating: 4.2 on Google
Timings: 6 AM to 11:30 AM and 2 PM to 8 PM. Closed on Fridays.
LBB Tip: It gets very crowded and although they have some semblance of a crowd management system, it's wise to visit early and not linger once you're done enjoying your dosa.
Hotel Janardhan
Working your way from the brittle outer edges to the soft, potato or sagu-filled middle of their masala dosas will be the highlight of your day. We promise.
Rating: 4.1 on Google
Timings: 7:30 AM to 11 AM, 12:30 PM to 3 PM, and 5 PM to 9 PM
LBB Tip: If you don't want to wait for a table or dine with the crowd, you can request service in your car and the staff will happily oblige.
Mavalli Tiffin Room (MTR)
Every morning walkers, joggers and breakfast seekers crowd the hallowed dining halls of MTR. Many order their famous, signature golden-brown, masala dosa that comes topped with a tiny bowl of melted ghee, that’ll add plenty of richness to your meal!
Rating: 4.3 on Google
Timings: 6:30 AM to 11 AM, and 12:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Social Handle: Instagram
LBB ip: If your waiter is nice enough, you may request another signature tiny bowl of ghee, for your dosa!
Sree Krishna Kafe
Get a taste of Tamil Nadu’s equally-famous dosas in Bangalore, at this cafe. The Ghee Roast Masala Dosa is a particular favourite with patrons, who love that the airy dosas come doused in spoonfuls of ghee.
Rating: 4.3 on Google
Timings: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM, 12 noon to 3:30 PM, and 5:30 PM to 10 PM
LBB Tip: The sambhar served with the dosa keeps patrons coming back, it is that good.
Chikkanna Tiffin Room
The dosas at Chikkanna are nothing short of heavenly, customers rave. The chocolate-brown masala and set (known as kali or empty dosa) dosas are paired with their famous drool-worthy chutney that draws crowds to this nook. Interestingly, they top an open fluffy dosa with saagu and chutney (also a version with pulav + dosa), to the point where you can't see the dosa anymore.
Rating: 4.4 on Google
Timings: 7 AM to 11:30 PM. Closed on Mondays
LBB Tip: The restaurant is a super tiny space, best to order as a takeaway.
Hotel Dwarka
While the Benne Masala Dosa has many takers at Dwarka, it’s the Kali (Set) dosa that reigns supreme. The downy dosas, with a blob of melting white butter on top, are accompanied by a spicy potato side dish and a chutney — the trio please your palate to no end.
Rating: 4.3 on Google
Timings: 7 AM to 12:30 PM, and 3:30 PM to 8:30 PM
LBB Tip: There is no seating space here, just tables outside that you can stand and eat at. Best to pack and take it home to enjoy.
Bengaluru Cafe
When it comes to Dosa here, Benne Masala Dosa takes the cake. Head to Bengaluru Cafe for their crispy and fluffy masala dosa topped with ghee that ticks all the right boxes. It is served with lightly spiced potato saagu and slightly tart coconut chutney. Mmh!
Rating: 4.4 on Google
Timings: 7 AM to 9:30 PM
LBB Tip: They don't serve sambhar with the dosa here but you won't miss it because the chutney is *chef's kiss.*
Taaza Thindi
Not just for its soft idlis, Taaza Thindi is equally famous for its dosas. Their crispy masala dosas with lightly spiced chutneys are all the rage amongst college students and residents. With the onion and potato palya coupled with the kempu chutney, you ought not to miss this one.
Rating: 4.6 on Google
Timings: 7 AM to 12:30 PM and 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM
LBB Tip: You may have to eat on the footpath with other patrons but it's part of the fun, so enjoy! The prices are super pocket-friendly, so freely go for round two.
Chalukya Samrat Cafe
Chalukya's signature thick yet crisp masala dosa has a devout following even after moving out of their old location. It has a distinct reddish tinge (the dosa almost gleams) and is loaded with ghee and oil, a mild aloo palya, and a red chilli paste. The taste of it is unlike other dosas you will taste.
Rating: 4.3 on Google
Timings: 7:15 AM to 11 PM
LBB Tip: This is a super filling dosa but it will leave your finger stained and oily, so do keep tissues within arm's reach.
Umesh Dosa Point
You will spot Umesh Dosa Point from a mile away thanks to the crowd right outside. Their menu has many varieties of dosas but start with the classic masala dosa that is cooked in Nandini ghee and has rich potato palya with cashews. This is served with two types of chutney.
Rating: 4.1 on Google
Timings: 8:30 AM to11:30 PM
LBB Tip: Since it's a small shop with no seating and no system of queues, be prepared to yell out your order and receive a token for the same.
Om Sai Skanda Dosa Camp
This is an old-school South Indian joint located in Usloor. Om Sai Skanda Dosa Camp is known for its buttery benne dosa and fluffy idlis. There's no seating (it's like a dharshini). The prices are pocket-friendly and you can load up on breakfast or evening snacks like vada.
Rating: 4.3 on Google
Timings: 7 AM to 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM to 10 PM
LBB Tip: The place tends to get crowded during weekends.
Sidappa Hotel
Famous for its half masala dosa, Sidappa Hotel is a small joint located between rows of houses in Richmond Town. This hole-in-the-wall establishment serves soft, fluffy idlis with chutney and vegetable sagu.
Rating: 4.1 on Google
Timings: 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM, 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
LBB Tip: The place always packs a crowd, so get ready to wait in line.
The Rameshwaram Cafe
For all the social media hype this restaurant gets, their dosas are quite good with their ghee-soaked dosas being their best offering. Go for the Garlic Roast Dosa and Ghee Podi Masala Dosa and finish off with their coffee.
Rating: 4.3 on Google
Timings: 5 AM to 1 AM
LBB Tip: The place always packs a crowd, so get ready to wait in line.
Pro Tip
A whole South Indian breakfast, one would argue is only complete with a side of Idlis and Vadas too! Oh, and here are some seriously addictive South Indian Snacks for you to check out too!