Saravanaa Bhavan

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81 Lexington Ave
New York, NY 10016

Saravanaa Bhavan is a renowned family-owned restaurant chain that specializes in offering authentic South Indian vegetarian cuisine. Since its inception in 1981 in Chennai, the restaurant has expanded to over 85 locations across 28 countries, becoming a beloved destination for Indian expats worldwide.

With a commitment to preserving and sharing South Indian culinary traditions, Saravanaa Bhavan takes pride in providing a genuine taste of home for its customers. The menu showcases a diverse range of vegetarian dishes that capture the essence of Indian culture, cuisine, and traditions.

From flavorful onion rava dosa to traditional idli vada and aromatic filter coffee, every dish at Saravanaa Bhavan is crafted with precision to deliver an exceptional dining experience. Guests can expect impeccable service, a cozy ambiance, and a true culinary journey through the vibrant flavors of South India.

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Michelle C.
11/11/2025

Grandma and I were in the mood for Indian and we decided to lunch at Saravanaa Bhavan, which was quite busy for 11am on a weekday. We started with the onion bhaji ($12.99) and ordered the paper...

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Vatsal S.
1/8/2026

Go to Jersey instead of some real flavorful Dosas. This chain restaurant serves authentically mediocre food. Not a ton of flavor in anything we ordered and the ambiance is just nuisance all...

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Sage B.
10/24/2025

I have been eating at this family restaurant for years. I usually go in person to the Upper West Side, but I recently started ordering from this location because it's close to my job. However, I...

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Melissa H.
9/21/2025

This definitely satisfied my dosa craving!! I enjoyed the chutney and sambar with it. My only complaint is that there wasn't enough potatoes and it was a little pricey for what we got.

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Betty C.
4/10/2025

We went for lunch around 12:45 on a Thursday so the place was busy, but we got a table right away. The noise level was a bit loud, but we were an,e to hold a conversation without yelling. It was...

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