Lakshmi Vilas Vegetarian

I’m no vegetarian but this is the first place I’ve been to that makes me think such a thing is even possible. The dining area is tiny, but the food here is full of fresh, flavoursome and fragrant spices. You just know it’s real food. So do plenty of others who know what to look for. It’s packed full of people looking for authentic southern indian style food. Don’t tell the vegetarians around here, but my favourite thing to eat from here is their yellow yoghurt and zucchini curry: I get take away, warm it up, and stir in some freshly pan-​fried chicken thighs for a fast affordable meal that just dances on the tongue.

Passing through town we had a meal here for lunch that had us singing praise by the end. Lunch special included rice, pappadam, sambar, 2 curries, daal… all for $ 7.50! We also got a couple of delicious samosas that you could tell were fresh fried for us. Go there and give them your business… you won’t be disappointed. Great for vegetarians and vegans.

I can’t really understand why this place hasn’t been reviewed yet. I’ve been here twice and really enjoyed the food both times. Having spent 18 months in India I’ve eaten plenty of Indian food, this is not the best but its really authentic. If you like unfussy South Indian food this is the place. The style of the restaurant is really basic, you come here to eat! The prices reflect this, I can’t remember what I paid, not much more than ten bucks all in. We shared and I tried the thali, the idli, the masala dosa, all of them are exactly to standard, tasty and satisfying.
The ladies working here are friendly in a polite warm way. They came over and checked the food wasn’t too spicy for the young teenage boys I had in tow, it wasnt which made them really happy!
Such a sweet place, no frills and no pocket damage! Pop if your passing and pick up an authentic bargain.