Dollops — Restaurant in Karnataka

Hello Manipalites. Is this the end of the month? Are you low on cash? Wanna still hang out with friends? If the answer to all your questions is yes, Dollops js the place you've to be. Located just next to Tiger circle in Manipal, Dollops is a restaurant serving nearly all types of delicious cuisine at pocket friendly prices.

We had: Chicken Biryani ❤️ Chicken 65❤️ Heaven Drumsticks❤️ Paneer Tikka💚 Mushroom Kadhai💚 Roti/Naan💚

Appetizers

Chicken 65: Thick and stout shreds of chicken cooked with a crispy coating in a sweet n spicy sauce really refreshes your taste buds.

Heaven Drumsticks: Fried peices of chicken or basically chicken lollipop, served along with schezuan sauce.

Paneer Tikka: Huge chunks of Paneer slow cooked in a charcoal barbecue. The peices of paneer just melt in your mouth with every bite.

Entrées

Mushroom Kadhai: Chopped Mushroom slow cooked in a medium spicy thick gravy with a spice and yogurt base.

Chicken Biryani: Honestly as a food blogger when it comes to Biryani, i know what a good Biryani tastes like. I had "Biryani" at Dollops and surprisingly didn't taste like biryani at all. All it was, herbed rice placed on a stack of cooked chicken. Honestly i think there's a lot of room for improvement in the biryani corner.

Food Quality and Taste: 7/10 The food quality of all the dishes other than the Biryani was simply splendid. Quality wise there seems no compromise. I loved the food out there.

Food Quantity and Pricing: 9/10 As previously mentioned Dollops is completely worth your money. The food is cheap and tasty. It's basically like my month end joint.

Ambiance: 7/10 I find the restaurant environment is clean and hygienic. Although during the evening time, it seems a little shady and dark. One might just happen to tumble over a waiter and spill some water around the space😂😂.

Staff: 9/10 The staff is polite and helpful. They guide you through the dishes in the menu and also efficiently suggest the suitable dishes according to your preference and taste.

If in Manipal, you ought to visit...

Let's make this short: 👍Quantity of food (non-veg North Indian) was good. 👍Both the chicken dish and the tandoori rotis tasted better than we expected. 👍The place - tables, floor, plates etc were clean. 👍Service was prompt and professional. There was zero guilt-tripping or emotional aggression regarding tips so we gave a decent one he was happy with. 👍Seating area is good and different areas are there. So there's spots comfy for couples, families and singles. 👎This resto's location is prime but has one of the most uninviting and completely missable entrances. The owners have made zero effort for new people at tiger circle to find this place. There isn't even a name signage properly visible in the daytime but one that's visible only at night. 👎The ambiance is below par. It's really dingy dark like a cave making you feel like alibaba being served by chaalees chors. There's a tree in the mid-left of the resto just in case you want to escape without paying. There's absolutely no excuse to be in the dark during daytime and they have huge potential to get natural lighting in. 👎Since it has an open doorless entrance, the mosquitoes post sundown make the dining experience troublesome. 👎Their prices are not economical lol. They have the classic see-saw pricing where they overcharge some items while normal pricing others. Their rotis are an exorbitant 40 each in a Manipal standard of 25. 👎Their delivery quantities and quality do not usually match dine in ones. So stick to dining in.

So yes it's ok here once in a while. But the place is usually crowded during peak hours. In a sea of vegetarian restos, this place is solace for...

I recently had to visit Manipal, Mangalore for family function and had the pleasure of dining at Dollops, the club-like restaurant located in Eshwar Nagar and was blown away by the amazing ambiance and delicious non-veg food.

The restaurant had a chic and sophisticated vibe, with a stylish décor that exuded luxury and elegance. The lighting was just right, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that was perfect for a dining night out.

The non-veg food was truly exceptional, with a wide range of dishes that catered to all tastes. The lollipops were cooked to perfection, with juicy and flavorful meat that was seasoned just right. The chicken tikka was also outstanding, with tender and moist meat that practically melted in my mouth.

The seafood was equally impressive, with the prawns being a particular highlight. They were cooked to perfection, with a delicate sweetness that was perfectly complemented by the savory spices and sauces.

The service was impeccable, with the staff going above and beyond to ensure that our experience was top-notch. They were friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, providing excellent recommendations for dishes and drinks.

Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a luxurious and unforgettable dining experience. The amazing ambiance and delicious non-veg food make it a standout in the city's culinary scene, and the attentive service ensures that every guest is treated...