Dakshinayan

As you drive towards the posh neighbourhood of Malabar Hills in Mumbai, you will spot this small south Indian restaurant on the Walkeshwar circle. This dimly-lit restaurant has an extensive menu that specialises in vegetarian Tamil fare. Known for its dosas, Dakshinayan is a popular pick with those who want to sample authentic south Indian food in Mumbai. Once here, you must try the soft idlis, adai dosai, appams, dahi vada, medu vada along with the famous tomato-garlic chutney, molagapodi (gunpowder) and rasam. If you’re visiting on weekends, be prepared for a long wait as the eatery is teeming with regulars. The restaurant also has outlets in Juhu and Tardeo.