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Enduring restaurant whipping up vegetarian south Indian dishes in easygoing surroundings.
attractions: Bugle Rock Park, Rajasthan malai kulfi, M.N. Krishna Rao Park, Shri Gavi Gangadhareshwara Swamy Devasthana, Shri Dodda Ganapathi Temple, Sri Govardhana Kshetra, Udupi Sri Putthige Mutt, Cycle World Gandhi Bazaar - Largest Multi Brand Bicycle Store, restaurants: SLV CORNER VEG RESTAURANT, U D ROTIGHAR (BHARJARI OOTA & PARTY HALL), V. V. Puram Food Street, Kamat Bugle Rock, Puliyogare Point, Udupi Sri Krishna Bhavan, Udupi Grand, Maha Lakshmi Tiffin Room, VB Bakery, Mini Punjabi Dhaba
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Enduring restaurant whipping up vegetarian south Indian dishes in easygoing surroundings.
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This place is a synonym for the best dosa in Bangalore. They still stand tall since 1943 when they started as a small eatery and they have kept up their standards by all means. Places like these with a limited menu do full justice to their taste and have relied upon regular customers while alluring all the newbies from various parts of the world. Plain butter dosa & Masala dosa - Too hot as hell from the bubbling ghee on top of the roast dosa; a bit sweet from the batter but damn crunchy on the outside, freaking soft on the inside, and with their signature chutney, this is OMG!!! This needs a GI tag!! The potato masala along with the crispy dosa is also a must-try, UNBELIEVABLE consistency 🤩🤩 Uddina vade & Rava vade - Fluffy urad dal peppery doughnut, that sound when you bite the vada tells you how perfect the outer layer is, soft as cotton on the inside!! You could rather dunk it in their sweet sambar, soak it for a while and take it all in, WOW!!! The latter was a bit unique and made with sooji; GOOD but medu vada is the best 😍😍 Kesari bath - Sweet sooji with pineapple chunks, raisins, cashews, and some cloves for flavors; very smooth, not too sweet, and not coarse, YUMMY!! 😘😘 Tea/Coffee - Both were frothy, strong with local flavors, refreshing, and the perfect end to the meal!!! ❤️❤️ At times, the waiting time for their dosas gets high but once the long-handed server comes out with all the plates in one go, every one of the tables would be served right. Never have I ever seen a table served wrong though they don't write down the orders, WOW!! Classic yet rustic decor with commendable service; a limited menu, and great Quality: Price ratio. They have a narrow lobby and limited seating space, yet, no one complains about the waiting time. They wait to get their seats, they wait to get their hands on dosa and only then they would attain Mukthi. Their walls are decorated with all the celebrities who have been there and all the testimonials for this place. Still don't believe it? Better visit then, WORTH it and you won't regret it!!!
G RP (GRP)G RP (GRP)
10
Vidyarthi Bhavan is not for the faint of heart or palate for that matter :) We reached there around 2:15 PM and there were people waiting outside to be seated. Luckily we were seated pretty quickly in the back room. On offer were very few items: Idli, vada, dosa, khara bhath, coffee and kesari bhath. We ordered khara bhath, dosas and kesari bhath. Khara bhath: Order this delicious masala upma if you can tolerate a lot of kaaram (spice) as the name implies. I found that after the first mouthful, my palate adjusted pretty quickly to the heat. It was very very good! Dosa: Turned out to be a Benne Masala Dosa, dripping with melted butter. So divine that you cannot miss this one! They served the dosa with chutney but no sambar. Kesari Bhath: Delicious! Didn't smell that much ghee in it, so they possibly use oil with the ghee to make it. Still, it tasted amazing! Ambience: I loved the history of this hotel (founded in 1943) displayed in old pictures and in the gigantic mortar pestle that was used those days. The tables and seating are extremely basic, no frills at all. We were led to a table that wasn't cleaned yet and a staff member cleaned it in front of us with some sort of spray and a much used rag. The kitchen's wash area seemed to be right behind us and we were treated to a cacaphony of loud clanging and banging of dishes constantly. As I said, this place isn't for the faint of heart! Food - DIVINE! Atmosphere - Meh. Prices: Very reasonable!
Vaishnavi & SridharVaishnavi & Sridhar
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Okay this might be contrary to what most other reviews talk about however my experience here was fairly mediocre. Pros: We went on a Sunday so I can understand that it was a busy day for them given how iconic this place is for bangaloreans. Queue management was good, they had a fairly simple token system which I liked as it took us less than 15 minutes to get into the place even though it looked like there was a big crowd outside the place. I liked how they had an automated system for tokens but a very old man sitting there and calling out numbers. Service was fast and prompt Cons We were 2 people squeezed into a tiny table along with 6 other people. The interiors of this place were kept intact to give it that 1940s vibe however it would be nice to have better lighting and ventilation as it feels like a box without windows which screams claustrophobia. The hand wash was dirty and clogged though someone came and unclogged it later. It was a sour sight for an eatery this popular. The service was pathetic (even though we dint expect it to be good) the servers handled the food roughly and almost always spilt sambar over the table we were seated on. On top of it they did not speak to us properly or explain their menu even though they didn't have a menu card. Food was very mediocre not at par with the IDCs and the rameshwarams in terms of quality. However the low ticket items compensated for this.
Reuben JohnReuben John
10
Vidyarthi Bhavan is unique and frozen in time. The waiters still dress like they used to 70+ years ago. They serve very tasty dosas which are crispy and thick. I could taste plenty of ghee in the sagu masala dosa that I ordered. The sagu filling tastes like south indian veg korma and is highly recommended. The vadas are served soaked in sambar unless you ask for them to be served separate. The Kara bath is good with right amount of moisture and flavors. Kesari bath is soaked in ghee and has an unique hint of cloves which tastes great. The coffee is just about OK. There are other shops nearby serving much better coffee. Now the elephant in the room - their wait time and whether it is worth it. While the food is tasty, I do not think it's worth the 90+ minutes of waiting on weekend mornings. I went on a Sunday morning at 8:45 and was seated past 10:10 am. There's significant overcrowding at the entrance. The restaurant makes no effort to reduce crowding. A simple token display would help greatly. And whatever your craving, please don't take infants to this place as we saw some people were doing. It's simply not worth the risk of infections. There is also a takeout service where you can get all their dishes for consumption at home and that service seems fast. If you do make the trip, explore the local markets. The nearby fruit vendors offer some rare and seasonal fruits that's worth trying.
Hari AsokHari Asok
90
Authentic, Amazing, Incredible, and Vibrant! We visited this place for dining in and we had to wait for 15 minutes after collecting the token. We were told by the other visitors that usually this place has waiting of 30-45 minutes. We were a bit surprised. We entered this restaurant when the person sitting at door called for our token number. The moment, we entered we saw multiple appreciating certificates hanging on the walls. There are many photos and paintings too. All the tables were fully occupied. We got out table and the vibes of this place is amazing! It gives you a feel that you are in an old movies’ restaurant. Once you get your table, the serve the normal water and then ask for the order. However, you won’t get a menu card inside. So please decide what you want to have before entering the place. This place has been serving since 1943. We ordered Masala Dosa, Khara Bhath, Kesar Bhath and Coffee! Trust me, this place has heavenly taste! In particular, Kesar Bhath has become my favourite dish! This place is neat and clean. People working here are very cheerful and generous. Once we had our food, we asked for the bill. And we were surprised with the amount. We couldn’t believe one can get such an amazing experience & delightful food under 500₹. We paid ₹416 for all the items that we had. I just love this place! PS: Be ready to wait for your number and be mindful of parking.
Rajat TripathiRajat Tripathi
00
With two friends, I have the opportunity to visit this legendary eatery (open since 1943) in Bengaluru for an authentic South Indian brunch last Saturday for the second time. Located in the Gandhi Bazaar area in the vibrant neighborhood of Basavanagudi, it is difficult to distinguish from the congested footpath of the street filled with flowers and garlands. It was very crowded at the weekend, with people from all walks of life waiting patiently to be seated inside. It is not a luxurious restaurant, but the decor is unassuming, with old wooden furniture, photo frames & murals adorning the walls. After waiting for about 25 minutes, we're able to sit at a table opposite a couple who were here for the first time. A meticulous management process was involved, including the use of printed tokens, securing a table, receiving dishes sequentially, and finally billing. A delicate balance between old traditions & use of technology can be observed, and it is delightful. We ordered the signature masala dosa, puri, and khara bhaat. The crispy golden color dosa filled with lightly spiced potato mix was outstanding, as were the other treats. As a visitor, it was an opportunity to experience the essence of old city, this eatery, and its unique flavor. Would visit again. Everyone in Bengaluru may visit this eatery to try dishes here and have a feeling of perfect South Indian delicacies.
Subal BasakSubal Basak
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Nearby Attractions Of Vidyarthi Bhavan
Bugle Rock Park
Rajasthan malai kulfi
M.N. Krishna Rao Park
Shri Gavi Gangadhareshwara Swamy Devasthana
Shri Dodda Ganapathi Temple
Sri Govardhana Kshetra
Udupi Sri Putthige Mutt
Cycle World Gandhi Bazaar - Largest Multi Brand Bicycle Store
Bugle Rock Park
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Rajasthan malai kulfi
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M.N. Krishna Rao Park
4.5
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Shri Gavi Gangadhareshwara Swamy Devasthana
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Nearby Restaurants Of Vidyarthi Bhavan
SLV CORNER VEG RESTAURANT
U D ROTIGHAR (BHARJARI OOTA & PARTY HALL)
V. V. Puram Food Street
Kamat Bugle Rock
Puliyogare Point
Udupi Sri Krishna Bhavan
Udupi Grand
Maha Lakshmi Tiffin Room
VB Bakery
Mini Punjabi Dhaba
SLV CORNER VEG RESTAURANT
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U D ROTIGHAR (BHARJARI OOTA & PARTY HALL)
4.1
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V. V. Puram Food Street
4.1
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Kamat Bugle Rock
3.9
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