Epic Bangalore DOSA TRAIL Part 1 |MTR |Janatha| NMH |Vidyarthi Bhavan |Davangere Benne |Taaza Thindi
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In this exciting Gourmet On The Road episode, Food Lovers’ Editor, Kripal Amanna explores Namma Bengaluru's most popular dosa destinations!
In part one of this two part episode, he begins his trail at Mavalli Tiffin Rooms or MTR tasting a plain dosa and a masala dosa. He then visits Hotel Janatha and New Modern Hotel in South Bangalore for ragi and rava dosas.
Vidyarthi Bhavan had to be part of this list, together with smaller eateries such as Davanagere Benne Dosa and the crowd favourite Taaza Thindi!
GOURMET ON THE ROAD RATING
MASALA DOSA - MTR
the quintessential triangular MTR masala dose served with a tuppa da batlu. Perfectly roasted crust that glistens, stuffed tempered mashed potatoes with a side of thick, spicy chutney.
this dosa is a ritual for many here and when you taste it you certainly understand why!
Rs 86.
10/10
PLAIN DOSA - MTR
this dose has a spicy green chutney smeared inside for that flavour burst in every bite. a simple dose done well.
Rs 81.
8/10
MTR
#14, Lal Bagh Main Rd, Doddamavalli, Sudhama Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560027
080 2222 0022
HOTEL JANATHA
KHAALI DOSA - HOTEL JANATHA
called ‘khaali’ or ‘empty’ this dosa is served simply, with chutney on the side. the dosas are light and fluffy but definitely need the chutney to perk up its flavours.
Rs 30.
6/10
RAVA DOSA - HOTEL JANATHA
a paper thin rava or semolina dosa studded with flecks of onion. a really tasty dosa. the saagu makes for the right accompaniment but this dosa doesn't need one!
Rs 40.
8/10
Hotel Janatha
Plot No.26, Diagonal Road, Sajjan Rao Cir, Parvathipuram, Vishweshwarapura, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560026
NEW MODERN HOTEL
GHEE MASALA DOSA
crisp thin dosa with a very inviting lustre. you can taste the ghee in this one. The aloogadde palya is soft and mellow. the chutney and slightly sweet sambar with the dosa is a great combination.
Rs 50.
8/10
RAGI DOSA
this dosa looks wholesome. can feel the weight of the ragi as you tear into it. the saagu, a medley of veggies with a tangy taste brings this slightly dry dosa to life.
Rs 20.
8/10
New Modern Hotel
143, Dr.A.N. Krishna Rao Road, Near Minerva circle, Vishweshwarapuram, Parvathipuram, Vishweshwarapura, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560004
080 2661 2625
VIDYARTHI BHAVAN
SAAGU MASALA DOSA
this dosa is roasted perfectly with a crackly exterior and a soft interior. that slight tartness of the batter is present in every bite. the delicious saagu is a wholesome change from the typical potato stuffing.
Rs 50.
9/10
MASALA DOSA
a traditional masala dosa in every sense, served with chutney. the dosa is roasted to a nice deep brown crisp around the edges, yet soft and fluffy within. The flavourful potato palya is gently tempered.
Rs 46.
10/10
Vidyarthi Bhavan, 32, Gandhi Bazaar Main Road, Basavanagudi, Bangalore 560 004; tel +91 080 2667 7588
DAVANGERE BENNE DOSA
BENNE DOSA
this dosa makes you salivate. so buttery! the minimum seasoning in the white potato stuffing helps the buttery notes shine even further. a coarsely ground coconut chutney with flecks of chilli packs a fiery punch.
Rs 40.
9/10
Davangere Benne Dose Hotel
13, 32nd E Cross Road, 4th Block, Jayanagar, 4th T Block East, KV Layout, Jayanagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560011
TAAZA THINDI
MASALA DOSA
light gold crust, with a soft potato mash stuffing. the batter is a little short on salt but the perfectly tempered chutney more than makes up for this. at Rs 25 this one’s a steal!
Rs 25.
7/10
Taaza Thindi
1004, 26th Main Rd, 4th T Block East, Jayanagara 9th Block, Jayanagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560041
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