Arya Bhavan by Muthuswamy Caterers, Vile Parle — Restaurant in Mumbai

Arya bhavan is a heavenly eatery for south Indian food lover n they do serve excellent delectable south indian food at very competitive prices.. This place is a min walk from vile parle Station, exactly where tosa used to be.. We were here on Saturday eve at around 9-30 pm n surprisingly this place was pack n we got place to sit after almost hour waiting.. But all the pain was worth as whatever we had out here was simply lip smacking n very authentic in taste.. They have small seating area in ac section having seating capacity of say around 40-45 people.. As we got placed we ordered for rasam vada n let me tell u this piping hot vadas soaked in spicy rasam was simply outstanding.. Vada melted the moment kept in mouth n rasam was perfectly spicy n very authentic n i even enjoyed it having it like soup.. We then ordered for thaat idli n it was absolutely amazing.. A huge steamed idli topped up with malgapodi , which we commonly know as gunpowder, was absolutely soft n had taste one will die for... We then had paniyaram n this steamed dumplings made up of idli/dosa batter were made very nicely.. It had Perfect melange of flavour n is healthy at same time.. We then decided to try assorted uttapam which had three variety of mini uttapam in it.. Veg uttapam n onion uttapam was very delicious n i found tomato uttapam to be ok... If u looking to order any particular one then do try veg uttapam.. Rawa biscuit out here was simply outstanding n trust me this one will leave u speechless.. Thin crispy rawa dosa are folded in half, just like tacos, n is filled up with loads of cheese, onion, capsicum n tomatoes.. Its filling is more like of pizza n this dish was very pleasing one for our taste buds.. We also tried their appam with coconut stew which is staple dish of kerala n has appam (hoppers) n stew made up of coconut milk n veggies... Appam was enjoyable with coconut stew which had very nice flavour to it but i felt had very less veggies in it.. All these dishes were served with coconut chutney n sambar n let me tell you coconut chutney was simply top class.. Except south Indian food they do also serve pizza, pav bhaji n sandwiches out here .. We tried their pav bhaji n masala pav n both these dishes were good, perfectly spiced n taste wise perfect... We finally thought of trying their bisibele rice n it was served piping hot topped with lots of ghee and accompanied by fried papads n a cool raita.. This aromatic, healthy n delicious dish which is made of rice, dal, veggies, spices & bisibelebath powder did not dissapoint us at all.. It had perfect texture n was full of flavours.. Needless to say no meal here is complete without coffee n pineapple sheera n we did try their pineapple sheera which i felt was one of the best u will get in town.. It was perfectly sweet, soft n very delicious making it irresistible for one.. We also tried their fresh lime water n it was very refreshing n perfect one to order on a hot day .. Service was good n server was very quick in taking order n serving it.. Surely this place is here to stay.. I absolutely recommend this place to all n one should enjoy honest n authentic food they offer

My recommendations - rasam vada, thaat idli, rawa biscuit, veg uttapam, paniyaram, bisibele rice, pineapple sheera,...

Arya Bhavan is one of the well known places for breakfast near Vile Parle East station. It has various branches all over mumbai. The place provides you with a South Indian food with a totally south Indian style and taste. This is a family restaurant and during evening you will find but difficult to find a place and they do not take bookings it's on first come first serve basis. The taste is the main thing, on the very first bite of any item in the menu you will get to know the authenticity of the place. You can go around 8-8:30 you will be able to find a place to sit. You can really try some South Indian cuisine over here with some authentic taste. I felt it is bit over rated, like for authentic food this is the place but I felt it is expensive as well. Dishes that we tried :

Mini idli and Rassam It was really great. I never tried rassam before so I am not aware of the taste how it could be. But it was bit tangy with after taste of spicy and it was not thick at all. Idli's were small fluffy and very soft.

Mini idli with Sambhar A very much south India taste in sambhar. You can crush your idli into sambhar and then add chatni with every bite and then you can enjoy the south Indian taste of it.

Rava onion dosa Really great taste, you can have a bit taste of onion with crunch of rawa dosa. Dipping it with sambhal and chutney.

Badam milk I personally felt it was over rated because the quantity and the taste was nothing great and it is of Rs. 85 for a cup of it. And I'll suggest you to mix it before use because there maybe a chance that you find sugar and cardamom at the bottom of it.

Mendu wada with chutney: The mendu wada is made of udad dal and served in a banana leaf along with chutney and sambhar. You can also ask for spicy chutney they will be providing you that.

Masala dosa - It's made in south Indian style but the only thing I disliked was the amount of oil used in it.

Sitafal Icre cream - I think it's home made ice cream with slices of Sitafal, it was amazing. Did not feel very sweet.

Thatte Idli - With a gun powder on top of idle, it was nice but idli could have been more soft and gun powder could have been more tangy. It's avoidable.

Filter coffee - It was really amazing with very little sugar....

My recent visit to Arya Bhavan was a delightful culinary journey that transported me to the heart of South India. Upon the recommendation of a friend, I had the pleasure of savoring some of the most iconic South Indian dishes, and I must say, the experience was exceptional.

The Rava Dosa was a revelation of crispiness and flavor. Its delicate texture and the perfect blend of spices made it a true treat for the taste buds. The Medu Wada, with its golden-brown exterior and soft interior, was a classic comfort food that showcased the essence of authentic South Indian cuisine.

The highlight of the meal, however, was the Thatte Idli. Its distinctive shape and airy texture made it a standout dish. Each bite was a revelation of the fragrant aroma and the traditional flavors that characterizes South Indian idlis.

The ambiance at Arya Bhavan exuded warmth and simplicity, creating the perfect setting for an authentic South Indian meal. The friendly staff added to the overall experience, making us feel welcomed and comfortable.

Arya Bhavan is undeniably a haven for those seeking genuine South Indian flavors. From the mouthwatering dishes to the inviting atmosphere, it's a place that captures the essence of traditional cuisine. If you're looking to indulge in a memorable culinary experience, I wholeheartedly recommend Arya Bhavan. It's a culinary journey that leaves you with a newfound appreciation for South...