It seems that we had the choice of only a buffet, which my wife was not too excited about since she likes to eat dosas when she visits a South Indian restaurant.  But after the restaurant owner convinced us that the buffet was a much better deal, we decided to give it a try.  When we returned to our table with out appetizers (I chose hot idlis with coconut chutney and vegetable pakoras), the waiter was waiting to ask us if we wanted plain or masala dosa with our meal.  So that was a pleasant surprise - dosa is included with the buffet meal.  And that is what makes this restaurant a great bargain, even though we went to eat on a Sunday, when the buffet is slightly expensive than on weekdays.

Let us mention that we were the only non-Indians in the restaurant, which to us is validation of the fact that the food is authentic.  As an Indian gentleman lining up behind us told us, "It is indeed like eating back home!"

Despite the reputation of South Indian food being hot, the taste here is fairly mild.  There are dishes that you won't really see in any Indian restaurant, including Udupi Bhavan.

A word about the decor.  While it is a simple, it could use a fresh coat of paint.  Plus, cleanliness is something that more than makes up for other deficiencies - this restaurant does not pay attention to cleanliness.  So I have warned you - eat with caution.

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