Top 5 South Indian Restaurants in Abu Dhabi for 2020
The capital is not only popular for its mega shopping centres, theme parks and other attractions. You can also find some amazing restaurants in Abu Dhabi offering various authentic dishes from around the world. Those looking for South Indian restaurants in Abu Dhabi will be glad to know there are some excellent options which offer traditional dishes from Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telengana and Karnataka.
South Indian dishes generally have distinct flavours thanks to the generous use of coconut and spices like curry leaves and mustard seeds. Along with the most popular dosa and Idli, you can enjoy a wide range of South Indian food in Abu Dhabi. Here are the top five South Indian restaurants in Abu Dhabi for 2020.
SANGHEETA VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT
On the top of our list of South Indian restaurants in Abu Dhabi is Sangeetha Vegetarian Restaurant. It is a budget-friendly restaurant known for its prompt service and tasty food. The restaurant offers a wide variety of South Indian dishes, such as vada, thali, masala dosa and many other fantastic food items you can enjoy. This eatery which is open considered the best Tamil restaurant in Abu Dhabi has four branches.
- Average price for two: AED 95
- Location: Multiple including Madinat Zayed, Opposite Cristal Hotel
- Opening hours: 07:30 am – 03:30 pm, 05:30 pm – 11:00 pm
SARAVANAA BHAVAN RESTAURANT
Next on our list of the top South Indian restaurants in Abu Dhabi is Saravanaa Bhavan, known for the best Dosa in Abu Dhabi. The restaurant has a friendly staff and elegant ambience. It offers a wide range of South Indian food, including idli, medu vada, paper roast, masala dosa and much more.
- Average price for two: AED 95
- Contact: +971-26-323-885 | +971-26-323-889
- Location: Madinat Zayed
- Opening hours: 08:00 am – 11:30 pm
KONKANS
If you are looking for good South Indian restaurants in Abu Dhabi, with a wide selection of dishes, try Konkans, a homely South Indian restaurant in Abu Dhabi that features authentic Konkani cuisine. There are many amazing dishes that showcase the unique South Indian flavours of this coastal cuisine, but some of the must-try dishes on their menu include prawns balchao and mackerel curry.
- Average price for two: AED 75
- Contact: +971-26-760-588
- Location: Najda Street, Najda
- Opening hours: 11:30 am – 03:00 pm, 06:30 pm – 11:00 pm
ZAMBAR
Another fantastic entry to our list of the best South Indian restaurants in Abu Dhabi is Zambar, a restaurant with a homely, elegant atmosphere and friendly staff. Zambar features some of the best South Indian dishes that you can find. Its specialities are masala dosa, chicken dosa, appam, Kerala coconut stew and the yellow lentil parippu.
- Average price for two: AED 170
- Contact: +971-26-765-509 | +971-25-828-642
- Location: Bawabat Al Sharq Mall, Baniyas
- Opening hours: 11:30 am – 12:00 am
KARAVALI RESTAURANT
Last but not the least, we have Karavali Restaurant, which is also known for its delicious authentic South Indian cuisine. They have a special section for traditional Mangalorean dishes, such as kori pundi, chicken sukka, chicken uruval and much more. If you are a seafood lover, you will love the marvai pundi, yetti pulimunchi and many other dishes they have to offer.
- Average price for two: AED 75
- Contact: +971-55-828-0620 | +971-25-542-922
- Location: Mussafah Shabiya
- Opening hours: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
OTHER RESTAURANTS
Apart from these wonderful restaurants, there are many other South Indian restaurants in Abu Dhabi, including:
CALICUT NOTEBOOK
- Contact: +971-52-645-9075
- Location: Madinat Zayed
PAYYANNUR RESTAURANT
- Contact: +971-50-610-7181
- Location: Al Markaziya
RUCHI
- Contact: +971-52-717-9028
- Location: Madinat Zayed
NALUKETTU
- Contact: +971-26-653-669
- Location: Al Markaziya
SUBHIKSHA RESTAURANT
- Contact: +971-26-760-675
- Location: Madinat Zayed
So there you have it – a list of the top 5 South Indian restaurants in Abu Dhabi. Check out the best South Indian restaurants in Dubai if you are visiting the neighbouring emirate. To try out other varieties of Indian cuisines, check out the best Indian restaurants in Abu Dhabi. If you are a fine dining lover, you can check out the top fine dining restaurants in Abu Dhabi.
There are also quite a few top residential communities for foodies in Abu Dhabi that are near some amazing eateries and cafes. To know more about dining in Abu Dhabi, stay tuned to MyBayut.
