Good food! Nice big restaurant. Staff was friendly and service was good. Lot of food variety - both north and south indian. Must visit!
Emily K.
Update: I wish I could review every time I go. Another 5 stars! The service is impeccable. They are kind and accommodating. Food was, again (as always) perfect. Thank you!!! AMAZING! I was expecting small portions because the prices are so reasonable, but no, huge portions! Lots of vegan options. Great addition to the area! Staff was all super friendly and service was great. Cannot wait to go back.
Eve L.
The very first Indian dinner I ever had was a masala dosa, sambhar, and aloo bonda in a restaurant in NYC that a friend took me to. It was love at first bite, and I have been addicted to the above dishes ever since! I am always on the search for a fantastic masala dosa, which I have now found at Udupi-the perfect crispy to soft crepe proportion, as well as stuffed with a lot of savory spiced potato filling! And then aloo bonda...delicious balls of savory potato goodness that are rolled in besan (chickpea flour) and fried, and accompanied by a delicious chutney. And we can't forget sambhar, the richly spiced (and often spicy!) vegetable stew that dosas often get dipped into! Back home in NY, I would regularly order masala dosas any time I needed to satiate my craving. When I moved to Cleveland though, I couldn't find any dosas that reminded me of home, which made me unreasonably sad! Then I heard about this place called 'Udupi' and I read about their fantastic dosas...and their $5 Wednesday dosa nights! My husband and I decided to take the chance and try them out one Wednesday, and we're so glad that we did! These dosas at Udupi are some of the best I've had (and that's saying something!). We've been back since our first taste and we enjoyed it just as much as our first venture there. We know that we will keep going back whenever that dosa craving hits! Besides dosas, there is a varied vegetarian menu to explore, as well as a lunchtime buffet that, judging by their Facebook videos, looks great! We hope to check that out soon as well. The staff is very friendly and the restaurant is clean as well. We can't wait to go back!
Victoria T.
Wonderful vegetarian food! Pani Puri ,Filled Dosas, Idli and light milky little cottage cheese balls yummy with nice hot tea. The service was attentive and super welcoming!Nice price great meal highly recommend Thanks Udupi we'll be back!!
Arturo R.
Amazing southern style Vegan food, I knew the food was going to be good as soon as I had a sip of their tasty mango lassi, we had the cheese dosa, I forgot which curry but which ever you pick you won't be disappointed, and for dessert we tried like a cheese with condensed milk type mix was super good, service was great and had some Bollywood on the screen to keep ya entertained overall really good Indian food
Erin B.
I placed an order online that was confirmed and supposed to be ready within 60-70 minutes. I showed up to pick up my order and the host was somewhere in the back so I want sure where to go for a moment and when he came up I told him I was there to pick up my order. He clearly had no idea what I was talking about so maybe something glitched (not necessary his fault). He hurried back to the kitchen and I heard him talking to the chef to get my order ready. It was out quickly (for them having just started it) and I didn't notice until I got home that I didn't get the rice that was supposed to come with my meal. It was just the curry and the naan I paid for separately. The food was alright, but I don't particularly recommend it after this experience.
Melissa K.
The food was incredible. Also the service was stellar. Everyone was so friendly and quick to answer any questions we had! The buffet had a lot of variety! We will definitely come back!
Miriam W.
If, like many Americans, you've only dined at Continental style Indian restaurants, which are kind of a greatest hits selection of food found around that vast country, then I recommend you head to Udupi Café and try some Southwestern regional Indian food. The chefs of the state of Udupi in India are known throughout the country for their exceptional vegetarian cuisine (Udupi is predominantly Hindu, and Hindus are usually vegetarians), and this recently opened restaurant represents in a big way. I'm not sure if this restaurant is part of a chain or franchise, but I've dined at Udupi Cafes from Pennsylvania to North California; there's even one in Washington state; and they're very similar. I like to start a meal here with rasam, a nuclear level spiced broth that wakens the palate in a big way. I also like the dosas, which are thin rice & gram flour crepes with different fillings; my favorite is the masala dosa, which is filled with spiced potatoes and comes with coconut chutney and sambar, a thick soup. You know that game that chefs and foodies play, where they decide what their last meal on earth will be? Masala dosa is mine, so to say I "like" it is a bit of an understatement. My partner and I usually share one of these and a curry. The veggie curries are very different here; many are very spicy, some are less so and feature a dairy base, and some have a coconut base. The veggie korma had the requisite richness, but I didn't like the broccoli in it. I'm pretty sure they don't use broccoli in Southern India, and would love to try this dish with the veggies they use there. This was the only miss for me, and I still love this place. Other things to try here are the vegetable cutlets (weird name, great appetizer) and the pistachio ice cream, which was outstanding. Eat your way through the menu here! It's terrific.
Chase F.
We are really happy to have found this 100% vegetarian Indian spot. We had the lunch buffet and it was amazing! High quality southern Indian cuisine. Looking forward to going back soon!
Eranah A.
Some friends from out of town unexpectedly invited me to dinner tonight. They wanted to treat me to their favorite vegetarian cuisine. Even though we arrived at 9:30 pm we were greeted with warm smiles and friendly service. Our waiter was kind and sensitive to the dietary restrictions of some of our party. We had plenty of leftovers for later! Delicious food with a good amount of spice! I love the coconut chutney!
We went here for dosa night on Wednesday. The dosa's were very yummy. Will definitely recommend giving them a chance.
Chitu G.
I went by Cleveland on office work. when I hunt down veggie lover eatery. I discovered this place. I adore the Pongal here this was my most loved dish which recalls that me the Tamil style.
Prathik B.
Food was worst. Better dont go. Its better having bread at home. It is south indian but chutneys was worst i ever had.
Amar M.
This review was long overdue. For two reasons.... 1. It's not Udupi Cafe anymore. It's Hyderbadi Biryani Cafe. 2. Their improved service. I have been to this place under its previous management, and although the food then was good, the service wasn't. The new management has definitely hired an equally good chef and some good people in the serving area. A special shout out to this new girl they have hired, who was excellent in the service department. She was very patient, showed great interest in suggesting some good dishes, and did not mess up the order. Must Try's: Chili paneer as an appetizer, methi paneer for entree, with naan or paratha, and egg biryani.
Leighanna K.
The name has recently changed - as well as the ownership. I hadn't been in over a year (Parma is a hike), and always thought they had the best dosas. This time it was ok - the dosa was huge - but the stuffing was minuscule in comparison. It was also crispier than I remembered. My favorite part has always been the coconut chutney and it didn't disappoint. We were the only people there near closing on a Friday night, so the service was quick. The space is big, but outdated (it is in a strip mall) - so don't expect fancy. I'd try it again if I was in the area, but it's likely not worth the drive anymore. Sad!!
Good food! Nice big restaurant. Staff was friendly and service was good. Lot of food variety - both north and south indian. Must visit!
Update: I wish I could review every time I go. Another 5 stars! The service is impeccable. They are kind and accommodating. Food was, again (as always) perfect. Thank you!!! AMAZING! I was expecting small portions because the prices are so reasonable, but no, huge portions! Lots of vegan options. Great addition to the area! Staff was all super friendly and service was great. Cannot wait to go back.
The very first Indian dinner I ever had was a masala dosa, sambhar, and aloo bonda in a restaurant in NYC that a friend took me to. It was love at first bite, and I have been addicted to the above dishes ever since! I am always on the search for a fantastic masala dosa, which I have now found at Udupi-the perfect crispy to soft crepe proportion, as well as stuffed with a lot of savory spiced potato filling! And then aloo bonda...delicious balls of savory potato goodness that are rolled in besan (chickpea flour) and fried, and accompanied by a delicious chutney. And we can't forget sambhar, the richly spiced (and often spicy!) vegetable stew that dosas often get dipped into! Back home in NY, I would regularly order masala dosas any time I needed to satiate my craving. When I moved to Cleveland though, I couldn't find any dosas that reminded me of home, which made me unreasonably sad! Then I heard about this place called 'Udupi' and I read about their fantastic dosas...and their $5 Wednesday dosa nights! My husband and I decided to take the chance and try them out one Wednesday, and we're so glad that we did! These dosas at Udupi are some of the best I've had (and that's saying something!). We've been back since our first taste and we enjoyed it just as much as our first venture there. We know that we will keep going back whenever that dosa craving hits! Besides dosas, there is a varied vegetarian menu to explore, as well as a lunchtime buffet that, judging by their Facebook videos, looks great! We hope to check that out soon as well. The staff is very friendly and the restaurant is clean as well. We can't wait to go back!
Wonderful vegetarian food! Pani Puri ,Filled Dosas, Idli and light milky little cottage cheese balls yummy with nice hot tea. The service was attentive and super welcoming!Nice price great meal highly recommend Thanks Udupi we'll be back!!
Amazing southern style Vegan food, I knew the food was going to be good as soon as I had a sip of their tasty mango lassi, we had the cheese dosa, I forgot which curry but which ever you pick you won't be disappointed, and for dessert we tried like a cheese with condensed milk type mix was super good, service was great and had some Bollywood on the screen to keep ya entertained overall really good Indian food
I placed an order online that was confirmed and supposed to be ready within 60-70 minutes. I showed up to pick up my order and the host was somewhere in the back so I want sure where to go for a moment and when he came up I told him I was there to pick up my order. He clearly had no idea what I was talking about so maybe something glitched (not necessary his fault). He hurried back to the kitchen and I heard him talking to the chef to get my order ready. It was out quickly (for them having just started it) and I didn't notice until I got home that I didn't get the rice that was supposed to come with my meal. It was just the curry and the naan I paid for separately. The food was alright, but I don't particularly recommend it after this experience.
The food was incredible. Also the service was stellar. Everyone was so friendly and quick to answer any questions we had! The buffet had a lot of variety! We will definitely come back!
If, like many Americans, you've only dined at Continental style Indian restaurants, which are kind of a greatest hits selection of food found around that vast country, then I recommend you head to Udupi Café and try some Southwestern regional Indian food. The chefs of the state of Udupi in India are known throughout the country for their exceptional vegetarian cuisine (Udupi is predominantly Hindu, and Hindus are usually vegetarians), and this recently opened restaurant represents in a big way. I'm not sure if this restaurant is part of a chain or franchise, but I've dined at Udupi Cafes from Pennsylvania to North California; there's even one in Washington state; and they're very similar. I like to start a meal here with rasam, a nuclear level spiced broth that wakens the palate in a big way. I also like the dosas, which are thin rice & gram flour crepes with different fillings; my favorite is the masala dosa, which is filled with spiced potatoes and comes with coconut chutney and sambar, a thick soup. You know that game that chefs and foodies play, where they decide what their last meal on earth will be? Masala dosa is mine, so to say I "like" it is a bit of an understatement. My partner and I usually share one of these and a curry. The veggie curries are very different here; many are very spicy, some are less so and feature a dairy base, and some have a coconut base. The veggie korma had the requisite richness, but I didn't like the broccoli in it. I'm pretty sure they don't use broccoli in Southern India, and would love to try this dish with the veggies they use there. This was the only miss for me, and I still love this place. Other things to try here are the vegetable cutlets (weird name, great appetizer) and the pistachio ice cream, which was outstanding. Eat your way through the menu here! It's terrific.
We are really happy to have found this 100% vegetarian Indian spot. We had the lunch buffet and it was amazing! High quality southern Indian cuisine. Looking forward to going back soon!
Some friends from out of town unexpectedly invited me to dinner tonight. They wanted to treat me to their favorite vegetarian cuisine. Even though we arrived at 9:30 pm we were greeted with warm smiles and friendly service. Our waiter was kind and sensitive to the dietary restrictions of some of our party. We had plenty of leftovers for later! Delicious food with a good amount of spice! I love the coconut chutney!
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We went here for dosa night on Wednesday. The dosa's were very yummy. Will definitely recommend giving them a chance.
I went by Cleveland on office work. when I hunt down veggie lover eatery. I discovered this place. I adore the Pongal here this was my most loved dish which recalls that me the Tamil style.
Food was worst. Better dont go. Its better having bread at home. It is south indian but chutneys was worst i ever had.
This review was long overdue. For two reasons.... 1. It's not Udupi Cafe anymore. It's Hyderbadi Biryani Cafe. 2. Their improved service. I have been to this place under its previous management, and although the food then was good, the service wasn't. The new management has definitely hired an equally good chef and some good people in the serving area. A special shout out to this new girl they have hired, who was excellent in the service department. She was very patient, showed great interest in suggesting some good dishes, and did not mess up the order. Must Try's: Chili paneer as an appetizer, methi paneer for entree, with naan or paratha, and egg biryani.
The name has recently changed - as well as the ownership. I hadn't been in over a year (Parma is a hike), and always thought they had the best dosas. This time it was ok - the dosa was huge - but the stuffing was minuscule in comparison. It was also crispier than I remembered. My favorite part has always been the coconut chutney and it didn't disappoint. We were the only people there near closing on a Friday night, so the service was quick. The space is big, but outdated (it is in a strip mall) - so don't expect fancy. I'd try it again if I was in the area, but it's likely not worth the drive anymore. Sad!!