Priyank P.
11/22/2025
If you want actual authentic South Indian food in the Bay Area, Kovai Café is the real deal. Everyone throws around the word "authentic," but this place truly lives up to it -- easily one of the...
Kovai Cafe
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1136 S De Anza Blvd Ste B
San Jose, CA 95129
Kovai Cafe is a South Indian vegetarian restaurant located in the heart of Silicon Valley, where a group of tech enthusiasts sought to recreate the comforting flavors of traditional cuisine. This culinary haven blends authenticity with innovation, aiming to provide the warmth of home-cooked meals to the local community.
Teaming up with seasoned food experts, Kovai Cafe caters to a diverse clientele, from everyday diners to celebrities, ensuring a delightful dining experience. Their signature dishes include a variety of rice options, Medhu Vada, Idly, and Onion Uthappam, all crafted to evoke a sense of nostalgia and connection to one's roots.
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Prem D.
11/8/2025
This time we tried the Benne Masala Dosa. Not authentic, dosa itself is bigger, but not thicker or taste like the Bangalore style where it is famous for. Masala was like baby food, a bland potato...
Sriram R.
10/22/2025
The food is just so authentic more so the service and hospitality shown is exceptional. A very special call out to "Mr. Pravin". He is my favorite person who has amazing love and care. To any of...
Neeta M.
10/5/2025
I had come to Kovai cafe when it had just opened - I would not have recommended them at that time. I came for a breakfast this morning - wow! What a change - for $9.99 (8am to 10am) the tiffin is...
Kalyani R.
11/2/2025
Love the food, service and pricing have been here at least 15 times and I love their china vengaaya uthapm
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