Cafe Madras®️

Superb food! We had Benne Masala Dosa, Tuppa Dosa with Podi and Mysor Masala Dosa. I should mention that all these are must try. All were really great in taste, desi ghee added unique flavor to all. Kappi was also good. I felt Pineapple sheera and Idli are average. Staff was active, making reservation and getting entry was easy, as they call out names loud and clear! 😉

It was my first time .. we had to wait as being early morning u still see rush to have their tasty breakfast.. well after an hour we were able to get in .. and the place is not big .... After entering u still feel the rush as waiters and customer roaming the cafe ....we had idli and sweet dish ..with filter coffee...all were awesome dishes....

The filter coffee is the one to beat here. The puliodharai rice is unbeatable. They definitely need to focus on the rest of the items in their menu especially the Sambar and the benne dosa.

Just a 10-minute walk from Matunga station, Madras Café is right in the middle of a South Indian food lover’s paradise. On the way, you'll pass several small eateries and the air is filled with the amazing aroma of filter coffee and sambhar, it’s a whole vibe. We visited on a Saturday morning around 10:30 to 11 am. As expected, there was a wait. They told us it would take 30 to 40 minutes, but we were called in about 20, which was a nice surprise. Here’s what we tried: Rasam Vada – 3/5 Didn’t really work for us. The rasam was a bit too mild and lacked punch. Sambhar Vada – 5/5 Absolutely perfect. The vadas were soft and soaked in flavorful sambhar. This one’s a must-try. Butter Podi Idli Pillowy soft and tasty, though we felt it would’ve been even better with ghee instead of butter. Benne Masala Dosa This was okay. For a place known for its benne dosas, we expected a bit more. It wasn’t bad, just not memorable. Chaas Surprisingly good! Refreshing and well-balanced, it paired nicely with the food. The total bill came to around ₹800 for everything, which felt very reasonable for a filling and flavorful meal. Overall, Madras Cafe has a lively atmosphere, quick service, and a few standout dishes. Definitely worth visiting if you're exploring Matunga’s food scene.

Delicious South Indian food. A very old South Indian joint popular among people nearby. Quality of food is very great. There is generally a queue waiting, specially on weekends. Parking is an issue nearby.

What an amazing restaurant. True to its roots and same cuisine since 1940. Humble origins, humble owners and great authentic south of Indian food. We got so busy eating that we forgot to take pictures of most of the dishes. The benne masala dosa, idli, rasam wada, set dosa and tuppa dosa (my favorite) are all great choices. Chutney is freshly made daily and so is the sambar. Finish off with a filter coffee or cold coffee- all made freshly on-site. Definitely a must visit if you are in Mumbai and King’s Circle area. There’s also a store selling madras cafe condiments, snacks and their famed coffee powder. Try some.

Madras Cafe delivered an authentic South Indian culinary experience! The benne masala dosa was perfectly crisp and buttery, while the podi idli packed a flavorful punch. The tuppa dosa and set dosa with white butter were rich, soft, and comforting. We ended on a high note with their classic filter coffee—strong, aromatic, and satisfying. A must-visit for lovers of traditional fare!

Breakfast??? Madras cafe is the best option....you get the authentic taste of south indian food. They have system of Sharing tables You should try their Kaapi (coffee) Food no doubt was very good 🩷