Soul Of South Bar & Kitchen — Restaurant in Telangana

We recently visited Soul of South for lunch and were greeted with a warm welcome, which set a positive tone for our dining experience. Whether it was due to the rush or their general practice, the welcome was appreciated.

The ambience was excellent—pleasant and inviting, creating a comfortable atmosphere for dining.

Food Experience:

Starters: We ordered Kakinada Royala Vepudu, which was the highlight of our meal. The prawns were soft, well-marinated, and fried to perfection with flavorful spices. Angara Sholay Kebab was decent, with properly cooked and tender chicken.

Main Course: Fry Piece Biryani was delicious, with mild spices and a rich taste that stood out.

Dessert: The Vennala Ice Cream, priced at ₹149, was disappointing. It consisted of two small scoops with no proper toppings, which felt underwhelming for the cost.

Service: The service was good overall, though the food took 20-25 minutes to arrive. One concerning aspect was the handling of the service charge. The restaurant charges a 10% service fee, which we requested to be removed as we preferred to tip based on our experience. While the charge was removed, the waiter’s ( As per Bill his name is Jyothi Prakash) response and behavior afterward were unprofessional. He handed us the bill recklessly and left abruptly. Even though we left a ₹50 tip, it was not acknowledged, which was disappointing.

Suggestion to the Restaurant: Tipping should be at the customer’s discretion and based on their experience with the food and service. Making it feel mandatory, especially when prices are already on the higher side, can leave a negative impression.

Overall: Apart from the service charge incident, it was a good dining experience with great food and an excellent...

Popped into Soul of South for a meal with friends, and here’s the lowdown. We kicked things off with Mutton Paya soup, which was a total hit—spicy, flavorful, and just what we needed to warm up.

For starters, we went all in with Ulavacharu chicken wings, Mutton Ghee roast, loose prawns, and Korrameenu Chepa vepudu. The chicken wings and loose prawns were solid—tasty and well-executed. The Mutton Ghee roast was a bit of a mixed bag; some pieces were perfectly cooked and delicious, but others were tough to chew. Still, the flavor was on point. Now, the Korrameenu Chepa vepudu was a major letdown. It was loaded with bones, completely bland—no spice, no salt, nothing. It felt like they just fried the fish and called it a day. Easily the biggest miss of the night and something we’d say skip entirely.

For the main course, we ordered Mutton Veta Mamsam biryani and Special chicken biryani. Both were more like pulaos than traditional biryanis, but honestly, they tasted great, so no complaints there.

Dessert was the Malai Custard Delight, and it was a nice, creamy finish to the meal—definitely a crowd-pleaser.

The vibe at Soul of South is great—good ambience, clean washrooms, and valet parking (though they warned us it’s better to skip valet during peak hours). Prices are on the higher side, as you’d expect from the area, with the bill for four of us coming to about ₹5000.

Overall, it’s a solid spot with some standout dishes, but that Korrameenu Chepa vepudu was a total disappointment and dragged things down a bit. Would we go back? Probably, but we’d steer clear of...

A Royal Taste of South India in the Heart of Hyderabad!

South Of Soul Bar and Kitchen is a true hidden gem for those who crave authentic South Indian flavors paired with a classy lounge experience. The ambiance is absolutely stunning — walking in feels like stepping into the grand court of a South Indian king, with rich cultural decor and a regal vibe that sets the tone perfectly.

I visited around 7 PM and was the first customer. Within a short time, the place started filling up — a clear sign of its growing popularity. I ordered a few cocktails along with Natu Kodi Vepudu (country chicken spicy fry), Thalassery Pepper Prawns, and Vitta Mamsam Vepudu (mutton fry). Each dish was bursting with flavor — bold, authentic, and perfectly spiced.

A special shoutout to Mr. MG, who went above and beyond with personalized suggestions based on my taste. He even customized both the food and cocktails to suit my preferences. His out-of-the-box whiskey-based cocktail was an absolute hit — creative, well-balanced, and easily one of the highlights of the evening.

While a few drinks from the menu weren’t available, it didn’t take away from the overall experience. For the quality, service, and atmosphere, it’s great value for money.

Highly recommended for food lovers and cocktail enthusiasts alike. Will definitely...