Saravanaa Bhavan in Oude Pijp

A very good place for south indian food in Amsterdam.

Delicious food. Inexpensive. Friendly.

We ordered rava masala dosa and it was really good but the size was not that good at all so had to order something else along side(1 person). The chutneys and sambar tastes amazing. One thing is that they dont serve tap water which should ideally be an option available in good restaurants. But everything else that we ordered was really good and overall a good place for South Indian food.

Portion sizes are less. Order ice cream fruit salad and only got pineapple and apple pieces only Also coffee is sour

Lovely food, real Indian taste. 100% recommend!

i ordered veg biryani. there is nothing just some pcs of carrots and mutter with rice i pay 20euro for this. never ordering from here. delivery guy have no bag nothing when he arrived food was cold.

Looks short handed. Food is so so

I visited Saravana Bhavan last Sunday, and it was an absolute delight for anyone craving authentic South Indian cuisine. I ordered the masala dosa and filter coffee, and both took me straight back to India with their spot-on flavors. Unlike many places that tweak spices to suit local palates, Saravana Bhavan stays true to its roots, delivering bold, authentic tastes that hit all the right notes. The masala dosa was crispy, perfectly spiced, and paired with flavorful chutneys and sambar. The filter coffee was a nostalgic treat, served in traditional style with that unmistakable frothy goodness. The service was impressively quick, even with a bustling crowd, and the staff were courteous and attentive, adding to the pleasant experience. The restaurant itself is spacious, with a warm and inviting ambiance that makes you feel right at home. Overall, the combination of authentic flavors, excellent service, and great atmosphere makes Saravana Bhavan a must-visit for South Indian food lovers. I’ll definitely be back for more!

Sept 6th 1130am. Dosa and vada was nice. Idly was probably from previous day. Hard and stale. Did mention to the manager. He gave a refund. The quantity needs to improve on the sambar. Neat place.

Very authentic. My go to for Indian cuisine in Amsterdam. As staff for what they recommend.

Chana Masala is a quintessential dish from India which is cooked on a low flame with lot of time and care. I was excited to see that listed in the menu while placing the order from UberEats. It was so disappointing to see the way the dish was tarnished. It was cooked in so much hurry, the onions and tomatoes were half cooked. There were only few specs of chickpeas and it was filled with half cooked onion. The gravy was watery, the spices hadn't infused. The bhatura which should be soft and fluffy, was stale and hard which made it difficult to eat. As someone familiar with Indian flavors, I felt let down, since this dish usually represents some of the most comforting and aromatic elements of Indian cuisine. I hope the restaurant can take more care in preparation, as the menu description sets higher expectations.

Food very tasty and service is best friendly staff 😄

Authentic south Indian food with great taste😋

Vegan and dishes that can be modified to be vegan are clearly marked - their is a wide selection Food presentation is excellent, service was quick. Quantity of food to price is generous Space was clean and music level allowed for comfortable conversation Atmosphere has room to improve - the space feels dated

Love the dosas, and there is a good variety of dosas idlis and other South Indian foods. The cheese masala dosa is my favorite. Prices are reasonable. The service staff are all very friendly. The mango lassi is also nice.

Perfect south Indian taste in Holland

Had a dosa today! It was goood 🤩

One of the best Dosa restaurants !

This doesn’t look like a great restaurant from outside but the food was really good. We ate masala dosa and medhu vada. A word of warning that the food can be VERY spicy so check before ordering. I was unable to eat the potatoes in the middle of the dosa even though I’m used to eating spicy food. The dosa themselves were crispy and flavourful. They came quickly and were hot. Very vegan friendly and items were clearly marked on the menu. I’d definitely return if I came to Amsterdam again.

A place for your Indian food cravings outside India

Ghee roast dosa was awesome. Chutneys were good and adequate. Vada was fresh. South Indian thali was delicious. Bisi bele bhat was disappointing. Coffee also refreshing.. Overall satisfied.

The quality and taste of the food were 5/5. So why a 2/5? Two reasons: 1) The portion. As a "normal-sized" male, I could easily have 2x the portions that were served. 2) EUR 5.5 for tap water for a company of two people (that was served warm for that matter). This is diabolical. I assumed it would be included, as in most other restaurants, but was surprised to find that in my receipt. Mind you, we are in the Netherlands (not the Sahara), where water ranks among the top 5 cheapest in the world.

After seeing the restrooms, my appetite plummeted. It was a truly filthy mess. And the restaurant just isn't clean.

If you want real South Indian food only then this is the right place to so go there and order dosa idli sambar etc but not chapati bread with palak paneer it won’t be so satisfying as the South Indian dishes

Stopped by for a quick dosa fix and wasn’t disappointed. The masala dosa was crispy, flavorful, and came with plenty of chutney and sambar. Definitely hit the spot. Also got the filter coffee, it’s strong, smooth, and just the right amount of sweet. Nothing fancy about the place, but it does the job if you’re craving proper South Indian food in Amsterdam.

Was very disappointed in the quality of the food. Rice was stale and overcooked. Paneer was almost flavorless. At least the price was on the cheaper side I guess?

We were visiting Amsterdam from the US and were excited to hear that Saravana Bhavan had a location in the Netherlands. Without hesitation, we jumped into a taxi and headed there for both lunch and dinner. The food was absolutely amazing—authentic and just like what you'd get in India. The manager was incredibly kind and even treated us to a free dessert. I used to dine at Saravana Bhavan in Chennai over 40 years ago, and this visit brought back so many wonderful memories. The service was excellent, and the staff were truly courteous. A fantastic experience overall!

Amazing food and service. I could charge my phone while I enjoyed dosa and chai.

Really nice authentic Indian vegetarian food.

The food has a really nice taste to it . Great option for vegetarians .

Food was good but service was lacking

Very bad food. Please don't try. I was today there. We ordered uttapam, chettinad dosa and mini idli plate.

Went to Saravana Bhavan today . It didn’t look like it used to look before anyways. Staffs were friendly and nice .We ordered idli vada take away . Paid for it (just confirmed again with the bill) , but got only idly(They should have informed us if they didn’t have it ) also no cocunut chutney etc. Disappointed. Plz check bfr u leave restaurant that u got everything.

The food quality is quite bad. The few times we have been there we either got stale or even spoiled food. The last time we got a paratha that was clearly microwaved. The staff is super friendly when we point these out but they can't really help it since they are not the ones cooking. And sitting near the kitchen, it smells like leaky drainage. It's sad since this restaurant was good at some point. And compared to the actual Saravana Bhavan in Chennai, this is really really bad. Quite disappointing.

Perfect destination for the pure vegetarian people like me in Amsterdam. I had my breakfast and dinner at the same place as I loved the food and place. Spring roll, manchurian, mini Idli, dhosa Sambhar, Biryani —> everything was super delicious. Staff were so friendly and supportive. Pure indian vibes. 5/5🫰

Food is very good, service and atmosphere mediocre at best.

Food is okayish. Service is super bad. Btw this is one of the few restaurants that will not serve tap water (force you to buy bottled water). Waiters are not one bit friendly. Overall I’d give this a miss - walk 500m ahead and you will find Anna vilaas which has way better food and service.

My wife and I ordered a special Sarvana Bhavan South Thali and North Thali. Firstly, the quantity of food was less. Raitha was too bitter, it seems like the onions were stale. Sambhar and rasam were tasteless. The north thali was okay, but the food had a South Indian taste, with no “daal” and no refills. Lassi was refreshing. I have always had meals at Saravanaa Bhavan due to vegetarian concerns but this time it was disappointing.

Quick service, tasty food. Loved it.

Loved the place and food too! Highly recommended and definitely coming back..

Rating: ⭐⭐ (2/5) Saravanaa Bhavan Amsterdam; Not Worth the Price, Lacks Authentic Flavour I recently visited Saravanaa Bhavan in Amsterdam, hoping for a comforting Indian meal. I ordered chana with rice and a masala dosa, but sadly, the experience was underwhelming and quite disappointing considering the price. 1:Masala Dosa: The dosa itself was okay, but the potato masala inside lacked the mild warmth or seasoning that even a traditional, non-spicy masala dosa should have. It tasted dull and felt unnecessarily altered. Chutneys: All were below average bland and lacked freshness. Sambar: Again, overwhelmingly sweet, which just doesn’t work when you’re expecting a savory accompaniment. 2:Chana Curry: Honestly, this was the worst part. The curry was overloaded with garlic - not just aromatic, but intensely pungent, to the point where one bite made me nauseous. I love garlic in moderation, but this felt like the entire base of the curry was just garlic paste. 3-Rice: The only edible part of the meal. For the price I paid around €20–€30 (₹2,000–₹3,000) this felt nowhere close to authentic or worth it. If you’re craving real Indian food in Amsterdam, I’d suggest exploring other options.

We've been to several other locations in England and this one, very busy, certainly didn't disappoint. Service swift and food typically tasty. Always reliable when it comes to Masala Dosa, so good I ate two and drank the samba sauce!

100% vegetarian restaurant,perfect test,lovely staff, I felt at that time that I am in India

Eat only if you doesn’t have any other Indian option, the staff is rude and service is delayed. Dont eat any other thing than dosa

Podi dosa was good, the chutneys and the sambhar served with the dosa tasted really good. However, the indian tea was a bit too watery, which was disappointing.

Best food and amazing service!! Loved it.

Delicious food, authentic in my opinion, it was on the table quickly and the service was neat and friendly. I will definitely eat here again.

Highly recommendable for all the vegetarians out there.

This place in my experience is extremely unpredictable. I've eaten here three times. Once it was middling. Once it was amazing. And in March 2025 at lunchtime, the mushroom biriyani I had was pretty bad. Just extremely bland and ... no effort made. So yeah, maybe you'll get lucky. Maybe you won't.

Authentic Indian, meaning the dishes are a bit spicy, but incredibly delicious. Recommendation: vegan thali. Sensationally good.

We love coming here for dinner. We've enjoyed everything so far!

Great food, could do with a revamp, but the portions are good and lovely delicious food

We were so excited about visiting this place and I thought I’d visit it many times during my stay in Amsterdam but that didn’t turn out to be true. While we tried unusual items like veg manchurian that saravana bhavan isn’t known for and got disappointed, we’re surprised to find that some of the usual items they’re good at like vada sambar and uttappam were below the par too. Only item we loved is ghee roast dosa and the chutneys. Its absolutely delicious and I’d steer clear of the rest of the menu.

Food was tasty as usual and the service personnel were super fast and very professional

Yummy food and smiling waiter. Lightning fast service (not used to this in Netherlands). We ordered Dosa, Mini-idli, Vada & paneer butter masala. Mini-idli was a find, and kids loved it. Their speciality is South Indian and food was very fresh.

I have been visiting this place since 2016. Decor changed, service quality changed, and worst of all, food quality also changed. It becomes difficult to visit this pla e as food taste has dropped considerably. Masala dosa bhaji is more gravy and not fry making ur dose soggy. Paneer 65 was fried paneer with no taste served with ketchup. Lassi glasses have changed and conical at the bottom..so less volume to fill. List can go on. It is a global brand strong enough to attract new customers, but limited repeat customers going forward unless they change.

"Had the Mysore Masala Dosa at Saravana Bhavan and it was absolutely spot on—crispy, flavorful, and satisfying! The service was quick and friendly, and the ambiance was clean and welcoming. A must-visit for authentic South Indian vibes!"

We were craving for Indian food and booked expensive cab to reach here only to find out it was closed for maintaining but it was allowing is to book a table online for same date and time , we checked before booking cab! Very sad and disappointed … please check before going there …

Masala Dosa was really delicious and crispy. It had a nice texture to it. Sambar and chutneys were complementing it just right. The only disappointment was the filter coffee. It wasn't good at all.

Obviously Saravanaa Bhavan food is good. However, the customer service is poor and they’re not welcoming. Disappointed.

Our experience with the takeaway service was disappointing. The person who took our order gave us an outdated menu with incorrect pricing. When we pointed this out, he responded rudely, particularly toward my wife. This level of service was unacceptable and left us feeling both dissatisfied and disappointed. It unfortunately ruined our stay in Amsterdam.

Very tasty food, reasonable prices. Suitable for vegans, vegetarians and kosher keepers

The taste is almost Indian. But, modified to the Netherlands taste.

Authentic Indian food fir reasonble prices. Except for the drinks..

I had a fantastic experience at Saravana Bhavan — the masala dosa was absolutely delicious! Crispy on the outside and perfectly filled with flavorful, mildly spiced potato masala. The chutneys and sambar served alongside were fresh and authentic, just like you'd expect in South India

The food transported me to India...vegetarian with lots of flavor and delicate presentation. The service at the height. And the cozy atmosphere.

Food was average. Their branch in Paris and Belgium were far better in food quality The washroom was terrible

Excellent south Indian food. Have been to multiple locations and enjoyed each one. A global chain that keeps consistent menu and their standards across locations.

Incredible food, exceptional service, and a cozy atmosphere. Every dish was delicious, leaving me wanting more. Highly recommend!

It’s expensive & not tasty food specially parotta not soft. Don’t go & don’t waste ur money.

"We recently had the pleasure of dining at Saravana Bhavan Restaurant in Amsterdam, and we must say, it was an exceptional experience! *Food Quality & Quantity* The food was absolutely delicious, with each dish bursting with flavor. We ordered the South Indian Meal, Chili Parotta, Masala Dosa, Veg noodles, and Chili Paneer. The spices and seasonings were well-balanced, and the portion sizes were generous. *Service* We travelled from Dublin, Ireland. We visited as walk-ins on a Tuesday evening around 7 pm, and to our surprise, the restaurant was filled. However, the manager efficiently arranged seating for our group of four, showcasing excellent customer service. *Value for Money* The prices were very reasonable, considering the quality and quantity of the food. We would definitely say that Saravana Bhavan Restaurant offers excellent value for money. *Overall Experience* Our overall experience was fantastic. The combination of delicious food, excellent service, and welcoming ambiance makes Saravana Bhavan Restaurant a must-visit for anyone looking for authentic South Indian cuisine in Amsterdam. *Rating* We would give Saravana Bhavan Restaurant 5 out of 5 stars. We highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great dining experience.

In Euorpe trip stomach chilling Indian food.. loved it like anything

Cuisine - South Indian Taste - Super Variety - Good Food Authenticity - close to authentic Location - Excellent Ambience - not so good Service - staff is decent, polite & kind but they need to have more staff. Due to less staff it was chaotic and panic situation Quality - Good Hygenie - Doubtful, we observed staff cleaning table were same staff serving food. They really need to work on increasing staff considering so many customer visit this restaurant Prices - Quiet expensive but good Tap water - They should serve tap water (leistungswasser) which will help save environment by avoiding plastic bottled water. #MediumlyRECOMMENDED

Very tasty and good service! Chutney and sambar was very good

Visited for dinner today and was super excited with the quality and taste of the food. The south indian meals, paneer dosa, filter coffee and lassi were authentic and reminded us of Chennai. Despite the strong crowd, the supervisor and the staff were super agile and ensured that the food reached us in time. Kudos to the team. Vazhga valamudan!

Food is nice. Service is poor. Long queues to get in, and even longer queues to pay bill.

Go to THE MADRAS DIARIES If you can go to an Indian restaurant only once during your stay, go to the Madras diaries instead. BAD SERVICE💃🙅: Not sure what is the problem of the waitresses here. They are SO ARROGANT and do not behave well with their customers. They need to remember that their salary is coming from the money we spend at the restaurant. The male waiters' behavior is better and less arrogant. But the ladies are totally out of control. After waiting for a long time for our food, I asked a waitress politely how much more time it will take for our food to arrive. She didn't answer clearly. Then I asked politely "Is it going to take for example between 5-10 min?". She said arrogantly that she cannot say since she doesn't work in the kitchen. None of the female waitresses are friendly. OKAY FOOD 🤕: The food is just ok. Nothing great about it. Actually, it tastes bad compared to another Indian restaurant we tried in Amsterdam: THE MADRAS DIARIES. NOT WORTH THE MONEY 💰: The food that we ate for the money we spent was not satisfactory at all. We ate little, it wasn't tasty, but it cost 42 Euros. COSTLY MISTAKES 💸: After paying the bill, we realized that they added an item to our bill that WE NEVER ORDERED. It costs 7,50 Euros. I understand that mistakes happen. But if I hadn't seen our receipt, we would have lost 7,50 Euros. I think one of the main reasons many people come here is that it is advertised as 100% vegetarian restaurant.

Excellent authentic South Indian restaurant and flavour. Dosa and Sambar are authentic Tamil Nadu style. Extensive menu including North Indian dishes.

I had never seen more variety. Too many choices. Amazing food. Really delicious. I will definitely visit again

Good for vegetarian en healthy good.

South Indian comfort food! Love their dosas and vadai.

Food was too spicy for us, but the staff was extremely helpful and helpful. Unfortunately, we remain Dutch

We visit saravana bhavan in every country we travel to. This one was amazing! Everything tasted so good. Excellent filter coffee. Tram station right in front of the restaurant, so was super easy to use public transport to get here. Kids enjoyed watching how their food was being made! Highly recommend it you are craving South Indian food

Stopped for food but the menu is massive and not immediately clear. There are VO (vegan options) on the menu but the menu is so crowded. There must be around 400 menu items. Not really a place for punjabi food. They had channa bhatura, but the serving is small and you get one bhatura, for €11. I didn't eat here as the menu wasn't appealing and just a very poor layout. For a restaurant who promote veggie food, do you need to have live fish in a tank in the restaurant?

We always make it a point to visit Saravana Bhavan whenever we travel to a city that has one, as we love South Indian cuisine. Sadly, the Amsterdam location didn’t live up to our expectations this time. The service was excellent—staff were attentive and friendly, which we appreciated. However, the food was disappointing. We ordered the masala dosa, but it was excessively salty and very oily, which overshadowed the flavors we usually enjoy. The Indian tea (chai) was also a letdown—it was extremely mild, barely showing the brown color of tea, and mostly tasted of sugar with no hint of masala or the robust chai flavor we expected. I was tempted to give an even lower rating than 3 stars, but since we only tried two items, it didn’t feel fair to judge the entire restaurant based on that alone. On the positive side, the location is fantastic—right across from a tram stop, making it super convenient to reach. Hopefully, they can improve the consistency of their dishes, as we’d love to return and have a better experience next time.

Best Indian cuisine in Amsterdam and surrounding areas!

I hate to do this, but this was perhaps the worst dosa I have ever eaten. Soggy, flavorless, and uninspiring. Our food arrived in less than two minutes after ordering, which was a bit suspicious. They also charge €5.50 for bottled water which was clearly just tap water. Avoid this place. Especially because there are so many legitimately good Indian spots nearby (Annavilas, Anjappar, Kailash Parbat are all just a 5-15 min walk away)

The food was enjoyable, but the atmosphere was underwhelming. The tables are placed too close to the sofas, making it difficult to get in and out. The service was disappointing, with most of the staff displaying an attitude, especially the host at the reception.

It has delicious food, staff is very nice and friendly.

This Saravanaa Bhavan offers a good dining experience, with flavors that closely resemble authentic South Indian cuisine.

I love the taste. The catni , vadai all taste good. I'm willing to pay for such taste although a little expensive. The special milk tea was not ordinary chaai. So don't put high expectations on tea. I will return whenever I crave Indian vegetarian food.

Nice dosa, Channa bhatura! The mango lassi was great too

The only little part of Chennai in Amsterdam, don't look at the prices.

A great place with a large and comfortable space for dining as a group or with a couple of friends. Prices of food are moderate and of really good quality.

One of the best South Indian Vegetarian restaurants that belongs to the HSB chain of Chennai, Tamil nadu

I was really excited to visit Saravan again, especially since they closed in my city. It’s always such a treat! The dosa was perfectly crispy and full of flavor, and the chutney was absolutely delicious. The portions were generous, and of course, the filter coffee was as tasty as ever! Saravan is always a reliable choice for amazing food. I’m already looking forward to my next visit maybe in a new city this time! Definitely a 5/5 experience!

The food was the most authentic tasting i've tasted in this city. The service was great too, overall we had a great time!

Incharge of the Saravana Bhavan seems to be very rude .

Why does this place does not show up as no. 01 when someone searches for Indian Food! Unmatched Satisfaction, authentic taste

Extremely well place to enjoy south indian food