Mysore masala dosa

Mysore has a rather compulsive penchant for prefixing itself in front of dishes, an assertion that even the most ubiquitous dish has a certain twist here. It’s no surprise then that there is Mysore masala dosa. It’s true that the masala dosa changes its appearance and attributes depending on the place, but in Mysore there’s a tiny little distinction—the bright red chutney made of garlic which in most instances is smeared on the underside is not present here. It’s also true that this version is not ubiquitous in Mysore, but establishments will gladly oblige if you request for it. Among the places where you must try the masala dosa are Gayatri Tiffin Room in Chamundipuram, an establishment that goes back more than half a century, Hotel Ramya in Chamarajapuram and at Nalpak on Devaraj Urs Road.