Published 11:44 IST, February 2nd 2020

South Indian food in Matunga: Best eateries in the area to savour some authentic cuisine

South Indian dishes are unarguably much-loved and savoured in metropolitans like Mumbai. Here is a list of restaurants serving South Indian food in Matunga.

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South Indian cuisine is often preferred by majority of India, due to its subtle flavours and easy preparation. Crispy dosas, fluffy idlis, and a hearty curd-rice-meal act as a comfort meal for many Indians, who resort to South Indian cuisine. South Indian meals tend to be light on pocket and are easily available on any street or lane of a metropolitan city. 

South Indian food in Mumbai 

Mumbai, financial capital of India, has evolved from being a fishing vill to a metropolis. Reportedly, city of dreams attracts maximum amount of migrants who have brought a plethora of culinary culture to city. One such cuisine that has emerged as a winner in Mumbai is South Indian Cuisine, with many places serving auntic South Indian dishes in Mumbai. Here is a list of eateries, serving best South Indian dishes in Matunga, a small locality in Mumbai. Check out. 

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South Indian Thali at A. Rama Nayak & Sons

Rama Nayak, founder of eatery, is reportedly called 'Far of Udipi' in Matunga, especially because, he was one of first people to have started a South Indian eatery in Matunga. Established in 1942, restaurant has a special South Indian Thali, which with time has become one of favourite dishes of visitors. Priced at Rs. 225, South Indian Thali is one of most popular dishes served in restaurant. 

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dress:  Shop . 2/461-A, Ram Nivas, King's Circle, Maheshwari Udyan, Matunga Central Railway Workshop, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400019

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Tamil-brahmin flavours at Arya Bhavan 

popular food joint in Mumbai was reportedly started by Mr Muthuswamy, who started with selling idlis and va in Dharavi. With years of hard work and culinary expertise, Muthuswamy founded Arya Bhavan in Matunga.

Besides serving auntic South Indian cuisine, place also serves Gujarati and Maharashtrian dishes. If you plan to visit this popular South Indian eatery, do t forget to have Paniyaram (steamed dumpling), Idiyappam, and Gunpowder Chutney. 

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dress: Shop . 9 & 10, Bhanujyoti Building Opposite Matunga Central Railway Station, Lakhamsi Napoo Rd, Matunga, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400019

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Different Varieties of Idlis at Idli House 

A brainchild of Rama Nayak, place is popular for different varieties of Idlis it serves. Reportedly, each table at Idli House has a bowl of sesame oil, coconut oil, and two s of podi, to savour with Idli. Some of popular dishes at this popular eatery are pepper idli, Mysore upma idli, and Jackfruit idli. 

dress: 462, Ram Bhavan, Babasaheb Ambedkar Ro, Maheshwari Udyan E), Kings Cir, Matunga Navjivan Society, Matunga, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400019

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Besides se popular food joints, or restaurants serving auntic South Indian dishes in Matunga are: 

Idli Burgers at Shree Sunders

Sheera at Ram Ashray  

Bondas at Mani's Lunch Home 

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11:44 IST, February 2nd 2020