SriRangam - Veg Restaurant — Restaurant in Johns Creek

I visited Sri Rangam on Sunday, October 19 (Diwali Day) for lunch with my family and friends — a group of eight. Beforehand, I had confirmed with the restaurant that they would be open all day and that arriving around 3:00 PM would not be an issue. They assured me it was fine.

When we arrived, there was a 25-minute wait, which we didn’t mind. However, after being notified by the Toast app that our table was ready, we were still asked to wait another five minutes. When we were finally seated, they squeezed eight of us into a setup meant for six, by adding small tables at the end. It was cramped and uncomfortable, with barely enough space for our plates.

The service was extremely slow and indifferent. It took nearly 30 minutes before anyone came to our table, and when they did, there was no greeting or courtesy. Water bottles were simply dropped at one corner of the table without a word. Throughout, the staff appeared disinterested and unwelcoming.

We were initially excited about the all-vegetarian menu, but unfortunately, the food quality was far below expectations:

Bisibelebath: Cold, overly salty, and lacking authentic flavor (with no hint of bedige chillis which gives the dish its color and flavor). We had to send it back.

Pongal Vada: Pongal was barely edible; the vada tasted stale and refried in old oil.

Paneer Dragon & Vegetable Fry: Greasy, unbalanced, and poorly seasoned.

Thatte Idli: Flat, dry, and served with what tasted like day-old sambar.

Podi Dosa: Lacked real podi flavor — they seemed to use sambar powder instead.

Paneer Dosa & Paneer Noodles: Bland and flavorless.

Garlic Naan: The only bright spot — warm, soft, and well-made.

Mushroom Kothu Paratha: Never arrived, even after waiting over 1.5 hours.

By the end of the meal, we were disappointed, uncomfortable, and still hungry. The entire experience cost us nearly $200, which felt completely unjustified given the poor food, rude service, and chaotic seating.

As someone who appreciates authentic South Indian vegetarian food, I found this visit especially disheartening. Diwali is a day for celebration, good food, and warmth — but this meal felt like the exact opposite.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was unacceptable from start to finish. Sri Rangam needs serious improvement in both food quality and hospitality. Until then, I wouldn’t recommend this...

I visited Sri Rangam Indian Restaurant in Suwanee today — a newly opened spot that just launched last Saturday. The first impression was quite positive. The restaurant has a great ambience with clean interiors, excellent lighting, and friendly service — all key traits for a new establishment.

There were many interesting item on the menu including traditional items like Vazhakkai Varuval, Keera Vadai, Vazhaipoo Vadai, Tirunelveli Sodhi Kuzhambu , and my favorite Paruppu urundai Kuzhambu which sounded promising. To get these dishes outside Indian traditional home nowadays is very difficult The cutlery was upscale and fancy, though I wonder about its long-term sustainability for regular operations. As I have seen some of the restaurants in the same shopping complex used to have similar cutlery, but now gone to paper plates.

As for the food itself — the taste was very good, and portion sizes were generous. I didn’t get to try many of the South Indian specialty items on this visit, but they definitely caught my attention and are a reason to return.

A couple of things stood out for improvement: • Kirkland water bottles were served, which raises concerns about sustainability and plastic waste. Switching to reusable or filtered water options could be more eco-friendly. • The background music was western and on a loop — a missed opportunity. Given the South Indian theme, classical instrumental music (especially Carnatic) would elevate the atmosphere and align better with the dining experience. • I’d also love to see more rice-based items, available more consistently on the menu.

Overall, I was pleased with the visit and see a lot of potential here. I plan to return and explore more of the menu, which seems very promising. For now, I’m giving Sri Rangam 5 out of 5 stars — a...

A wonderful new addition to Johns Creek! Srirangam Vegetarian Restaurant delivers not just authentic South Indian flavors but also a warm and inviting ambiance. From the moment you walk in, you can feel the traditional roots reflected in the décor and presentation — every dish is served on banana leaves, which adds a lovely cultural touch.

One of the best parts is their large selection of cuisines — South Indian, Punjabi, Indo-Chinese, and more — so there’s something for everyone.

Our server, Pritam, was fantastic and guided us with some great suggestions. We started with the Banana Plantain Pakoda — crispy, flavorful, and unique with its thick chickpea coating and a dash of chaat masala. The Medu Vada came undercooked the first time, but the staff quickly fixed it and the replacement was perfect — crispy on the outside and soft inside. The Tomato & Chili Uttapam hit the spot with just the right spice balance.

We also tried the Srirangam Special Soda — a bit on the spicier side for our palate, but definitely something adventurous diners will enjoy. The star of the meal, hands down, was the Chole Bhature — rich, spicy, and bursting with herbs, paired beautifully with soft, fluffy bhaturas. And of course, the meal wouldn’t be complete without the Madras Filter Coffee, which tied everything together perfectly.

They also cater to Jain food preferences, which is a big plus.

Overall, Srirangam is a must-try for anyone who loves authentic vegetarian food. Great service, diverse menu, delicious flavors, and a memorable dining experience. Highly...