Serving authentic south Indian food for decades now, Madras Restaurant is one of the popular food joints in the City of Joy. This simple family-styled restaurant is a delight for vegetarians and offers an array of south Indian fare. While the interiors of the restaurant are very basic, the food more than make up for what it lacks in terms of décor. The staff is courteous and the prices are not too high.
Masala dosa with sambar and chutney is a must-have besides idli with coconut chutney and vada sambar. Do not worry if you finish sambar and chutney as you can ask for more from the attentive staff. Also popular are cheese dosa and rava dosa. In case you have a big appetite, try paper masala dosa, which is served with dollops of butter. If you wish to try uttapam then you can opt for onion uttapam, tomato uttapam or any other of your choice from the menu. The restaurant even serves south Indian thali, which is a complete meal. Besides south Indian delicacies, the restaurant also serves Chinese food, right from soups and starters to noodles and main dishes. The menu even includes a range of juices, shakes, ice creams, desserts and beverages, both hot and cold. With its comprehensive menu, friendly staff and reasonable prices, Madras Restaurant has emerged as one of the popular south Indian restaurants in Kolkata.