VIDEOS: 10 Must-Try South Indian Restaurants In Pune That Locals Swear By | Krishna Subedi
South Indian cuisine is famous throughout India, and Pune is no exception to that. Pune boasts several South Indian places like Vaishali, Roopali, Savya Rasa, and Kerala Cafe, which serve authentic South Indian dishes—from dosa to appam to rasam.
Recently on FC Road, at Roopali Restaurant, tech giant Narayana Murthy was spotted having breakfast. Later, comedian Zakir Khan was spotted having breakfast at Vaishali on the same road. However, other than these famous places, there are other spots too which serve South Indian food.
Check the list here.
Savya Rasa
Chettinad & other South Indian cuisines served in an upscale ambiance with a full bar near Starbucks Cafe, Koregaon Park.
Price per person: ₹400–600
Madras Tiffin Room
Located in Koregaon Park, Madras Tiffin Room serves up authentic, mouth-watering South Indian cuisine in a stunning setting.
Price per person: ₹200–400
South Indian Mess
KEM Hospital, Rasta Peth, Pune.
Great place for South Indian food. Tried masala dosa, ghee dosa, pongal, and sheera — all were really good. Service is a tad slow.
Price per person: ₹1–200
Vaishali Restaurant
Enduring eatery offering a menu of South Indian classics, plus outdoor garden seating on FC Road. Famous among local leaders, students, and actors. Recently, comedian Zakir Khan was spotted here.
Price per person: ₹200–400
RamKrishna Restaurant
This place in Camp is famous among Punekars who are breakfast people. They serve Punjabi cuisine along with South Indian, though they’re more famous for their South Indian dishes.
Price per person: ₹200–600
Kerala Cafe
Located in Balewadi and Kalyani Nagar, they serve authentic Kerala food. Must try Chicken Kondattam Fry, Chicken Pepper Masala with Parotta.
Kerala Cafe Baner is one of the most authentic places to have South Indian food. There is Kaapi Queen also inside the place, which serves South Indian breakfast and snacks.
Price per person: ₹200–600
Ram Sadan Pure Veg Restaurant
Ram Sadan on Prabhat Road, Erandwane, Pune, is a great place with good ambience and a pleasant dining experience. Their Onion Uttapam and Mysore Masala Dosa are famous.
Price per person: ₹200–400
Wadeshwar
This popular eatery offers a taste of authentic South Indian and Maharashtrian cuisine at incredibly affordable prices on FC Road.
Price per person: ₹200–400
Roopali Restaurant
Roopali Hotel on FC Road is a fantastic place for a delicious and satisfying meal. The food here is truly impressive, with great taste and authentic flavors that make every dish enjoyable.
Located on FC Road, this is also famous among Punekars.
Price per person: ₹200–400
Banana Leaf
Banana Leaf in Kalyani Nagar offers authentic South Indian flavors with highlights like Rasam Wada, thalis, and cheesy dosas, making it a must-visit for lovers of traditional vegetarian cuisine.
Price per person: ₹200–600
Other than these, there are several places like Nadbramha Idli, Anna Dosa, Madras Cafe, UpSouth, We Idliwale Barroom, Anna, and several other spots that also serve good South Indian food across different budgets.
