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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3.51,110 reviews
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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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Joseph N.
7/5/2025

If there's one cuisine that could convince me to be vegan or vegetarian, it's Indian cuisine. Tucked away from tourists in Midtown, Saravanaa Bhavan is home to Indian locals filled to the max...

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Lina F.
5/21/2025

Going down the food was great but coming out - not great! I ordered the paper dosa and mango laski - service was a bit slow as there was only 1 kind waiter of the floor. I said around 6:00 pm so...

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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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