Podi & Poriyal

We just had a wonderful lunch at Podi & Poriyal, and it truly exceeded our expectations! We tried the Jackfruit Biryani, assorted Podi varieties, and the Chef’s Surprise, and every dish was packed with authentic flavours and a beautiful homemade touch. • Jackfruit Biryani was aromatic, perfectly spiced, and uniquely comforting. • The Podi selection added an amazing burst of flavour to every bite. • The Chef’s Surprise was creative, delicious, and genuinely special. A big shout-out to the staff (chef)— they were extremely warm and took the time to explain each dish so thoughtfully, which made the whole experience even better. The ambiance was cozy, the service was excellent, and the presentation was on point. Highly recommend this place if you love soulful South Indian food with a twist. 🌿✨

Signature dosai set ($28) - Excellent flavours and quality. Millet upma and paneer Goan style ($32) - Excellent flavours and quality. Good coconut-flavoured millet. Only 5 pieces of paneer though. Masala chai ($5) - Good. Not too sweet. Good service.

Fantastic food and hospitality. Every dish had a unique flavor and taste and definitely coming back to feast on all dishes on the menu. Totally worth it

We had the Kothimbir Vadi, Vadai and Keerai Pakoda. All were great but our fave was the Vadai and Pudina Chutney that came with the Kothimbir Vadi. The Vadai was cooked to perfection, crispy on the outside, soft in the inside while the Chutney was refreshing with the right amount of spice in it!

Last visited in Jul 2025 Have been to Podi & Poriyal a few times. Food here is quite decent and their starters menu always impresses me. I would suggest anyone visiting to try quite a few of their starter/small dishes. Main course sizes are big enough for 1 large plate dish to be shared by 2 pax. Their double decker parotta is one of my favourites on their menu. Service is quite good and you’re constantly attended to and taken care of throughout your meal. Overall, a good South Indian vegetarian restaurant which is definitely worth visiting.

Had a wonderful dinner here. The food and service far exceed our expectations. The menu doesn't seem to shy from experimenting with some modern twists and the result is wonderfully thought out. Hats off to the team as they took care of us and were very hospitable. They took the time and effort to recommend us to adjust our selection and patiently explained each dish as they were served. 10/10 would come back again and recommend our friends and family.

We had an absolutely amazing experience at Podi & Poriyal! It was our first time here, and the service was outstanding. The host was incredibly helpful—they walked us through the menu, and helped us curate the perfect selection of food and alcohol. The recommendations were spot on. It’s rare to find a vegetarian Indian place with such a great drink selection to pair with the meal. The food was authentic yet unique, and the hospitality made the evening special. Highly recommend letting the team guide you through the menu—you won’t be disappointed!

Our 4th visit and always an amazing meal, delicious drinks and outstanding service by the staff. They are warm, friendly and always give engaging stories about the food and culture without it feeling they are interrupting your meal. One of our absolute favourite restaurants in SG. Our recommendation is to let them choose dishes for you!

Highly recommend this place that serves up traditional South Indian dishes with a surprising twist but keeps its original flavor intact. Our party of 8 relished every single dish that came our way. From starters to the main dish to dessert every single one was delicious. The best Indian food we had during our 3 day stay in Singapore!!

Most impressive modern Indian food I have ever had. Their reinterpretation of some of the most classic dishes from the south is unique, fresh and always tasty. Will be back for more and more and more.

Nice hosts. Welcoming and homely. We were given a table despite being fully booked, accommodated us in outdoor seating. Food taste is great, very homelike. It was a Diwali special lunch meal and totally worth it. Will visit again on a normal weekend.

Unique sit-down South Indian fare, with whatever's cooking in the kitchen that day. The staff is open to explain everything and take a quick South Indian lunch to a slightly atas level ;) The biggest draw for us is the option to have millets instead of white rice for the meal.