MTR in Harrow - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Amazing, authentic South Indian food. Love the staff too, great hospitality.

The 1000+ reviews had raised my expectations and was imagining an authentic Mavalli Tiffin Rooms experience. They nailed it with the rasam vada and kesari bath. Although the food has the Kannada culinary touch, I wish they standardised their recepies and brought the real MTR taste!

Everything we ordered was so great. I finally got my favourite Onion Uttappa the way we get back home in Hubli or Bangalore. Loved it all the way !!

Overall 4.5/5 Food: we had idli vada combo ( amazing) , rava idli ( decent idli and amazing aloo bhaji as side) Benne masala dosa: perfectly crisp and balanced taste Chilly cheese dosa: something new to taste and weren’t disappointed at all. Filter coffee: best in town. Pineapple kesari: awesome taste for dessert There wasn’t a single item that disappointed us and definitely worth a visit. Truly authentic MTR taste. Service: decent service but gets a bit slow specially during weekends but it is expected given the huge amount of customers

Good wholesome food, good value.

Authentic dosa and filter coffee. Benne and pudi dosa is a must try.

Excellent food and excellent service. We started with rassam wada. The rassam was outstanding. Then we ordered the Bene Dosa and the Cheese Chilli Dosa both are a must try. Their Mango lassi is a bit thick but yum. The service was amazing. Very kind service. Hospitality at its best and that was all thanks to Riddhi. She was serving us. Thank you.

Dosa is best. Any dosa you can go for. All other things are average such as idli,

Excellent place with great food

Amazing Karnataka style dosa. Craved bonda soup since trying in Bangalore MTR, was so happy they had it too. Excellent service by Raj and Riya.

Had a long 2 hour intensive badminton session and when we reached here we were famished !! From the moment we walked in, the warm and inviting ambiance adorned the decor and was setting our pallets for a delightful journey. The menu is a diverse cuisine journey of south India with variety of dishes. We started with medu vada and classic masala dosa. The dosa was crispy, golden, and generously filled with a flavorful potato masala. Paired with the assortment of chutneys and sambar, it was an absolute treat. Next we had was podi dosa, which was a spicer version and reminds you of Andra Pradesh because they use the same podi masala. Thereafter we had paper masala dosa and chilli cheese dosa which had unique in their own way. Paper masala dosa had its crispiness alongwith the stuffing whereas chilli cheese dosa had its spiciness which we were craving for. All these items were made in ghee and not oil!! They have also got amazingly freshly brewed filter coffee if you have developed a taste for it. In dessert we had a final chocolate dosa, badam halwa and badam milk!! Trust me, the best badam milk i’ve had in recent years!! Helped me go down the memory lane. The service was impeccable, with attentive and knowledgeable staff who were more than happy to explain the dishes and make recommendations. The attention to detail, both in the food and the overall dining experience, truly sets MTR apart from the others in London. Shoutout to Krina who was a gem! Whether you’re a South Indian cuisine enthusiast or trying it for the first time, MTR Flavors promises an authentic and delightful experience that will leave you craving for more. Highly recommended!!

You will not miss the taste of Bengaluru MTR, authentic and tasty food, very quick service, the staff are very welcoming and always has a smile on their face. A small place, but they serve very quickly. Authentic South Indian food at its best. Highly recommend MTR.

Lovely people working in there! Specially Raj! Very kind and attentive.

Riya was very good in her service. The food was very tasty. Very good experience in the restaurant.

We absolutely enjoyed our lunch at MTR Harrow. We were served by Riya and Krina who were extremely attentive and friendly. Always smiling 🤗 The food is authentic tasting and just divine!! It's very reasonably priced too. We ordered rava idli, mini tiffin, podi dosa (x2!!), mango lassi and filter coffee! We ordered way more than needed for 2 people but we had prepared for this by not having breakfast in anticipation...

They are unable to keep up with the MTR standards. Not consistent with Dosa (I've visited this place 4 times thus far & most of the times I found that the dosa batter was old and sour). Optimally priced👍🏻. Things I would personally recommend would be to have their idli - vada, Poori & filter coffee ☕. Order anything else, if you are lucky, they may taste good.

Best South Indian food at great price, excellent hospitality and service delivered by Rhea and no compromise in hygiene standards. Will definitely keep visiting!

Visited the restaurant with family recently for sunday lunch. Food was impressive and staff very kind and attentive. Small eating space but clean. Ordered a lot of items to eat but particularly enjoyed Benne Masala Dosa, Poori with aloo and the Pineapple Kesari bath. Easy to find parking spots in nearby residential side streets. Definitely would recommend!!

Had to write this review especially for the staff. They have such a warm and friendly attitude. Always smiling and patient each time that we went to this place. Not to mention the food quality is always awesome!

One of the best Home away from Home food and not just for the state of quality food of MTR FRANCHISE but the staff out there is outstanding Every single member is leading from front. Always smiling n happy Riya, positive & energetic Riddhi, Professional Friendly n composed Jainesh. A truly wonderful team that you would Feel to visit restaurant again and again I go here regularly and have never ever been disappointed. Go for all The menu item But don’t miss PODI dosa, Rawa Idli, Badam Halwa, Filter coffee, among many other delicious dishes Keep Up the good work

Authentic Karnataka, Bengaluru taste, But no Kannada touch, when people visit they should see the originality of the place or the MTR brand through songs or some writings in Kannada

Food is good but better during weekdays. Avoid weekends

The food is of an excellent quality… And all staff are so welcoming and wonderful.

Absolutely loved this place! First of all, it was very clean and hygienic, the service was impeccable and food was delicious. We had ordered a paper dosa, Rawa dosa and a couple of starters. All the dishes were served piping hot and tasted super! Also, kudos to the staff who are very warm and welcoming.

I'd lost my mind the very moment I'd found out about the presence of an MTR in London. As someone who's grown up eating in the dimly lit old benched and with the scent of fresh coffee filter - MTR near Lalbagh in Bengaluru, this place is as authentic as it can get to my MTR. The masale dose melts in your tongue with the flavour packed potato palya, Sambhar and Chutney. The historically significant Rave dose and idli were just as delicious!! The only thing that can possibly never be recreated is the outer crispness and the crunchiness and the light and soft insides of the uddina vade. I was almost tempted to order a filter coffee just for the complete experience. But to my own dissappointment I don't drink coffee. The only bone I'd want to pick with the managers is for them to play kannada songs instead of Hindi. To be honest, I was disappointed. Just amps up the experience for kannadigas who seek home in tiny crevices of the places we visit. And also adds to the authenticity of the place to all non-Kannadigas and non-Indians looking for authentic and aesthetic places.

It is as authentic as it can get, for London standards. It's not the perfect copy of the original MTR in Bangalore but it definitely reminded me of home. I really really wish it was closer to Central London though.

Love the food but service can be more great.

Ghee Podi Dosa and Sambar Vada. PERIOD!!

The franchisee owner are very friendly. Tried Sambhar Vada, Benne Masala Dosa and Rasam Rice - They’re all great with authentic Bangalore touch(especially the dosa). Must try! 26/05/2024- Revising the service to 3*, forgot our order and requests. Kid almost fell asleep waiting for his order and I had to request again when they finally registered and brought it in 2mins!

Been to MTR several times. Their south Indian tiffin is superb. Taste is same as back home in india.

MTR's Mini Podi Idli, offering authentic Bangalore food in Harrow, is a delightful treat for those seeking genuine South Indian flavors. Each idli is soft and fluffy, perfectly complemented by a spicy podi coating that adds a burst of traditional taste. Ideal for a quick snack or a light meal, these idlis bring a piece of Bangalore’s culinary heritage to London. Conveniently packaged for freshness, MTR’s Mini Podi Idli is a must-try for anyone craving an authentic South Indian experience in Harrow.

Great place for podi dosa. I go often to eat there but was recently disappointed to notice the 3-star hygiene rating sticker outside. Somehow seeing that made me enjoy the dosa less. I would ask management to make more efforts in having higher hygiene standards probably in the kitchen as the bathroom seemed ok to me.

Excellent quality South Indian veg food.. do try Benne Masala Dosa, Rasam Vada, Open Dosa (served only on weekdays), puri Saagu (Puri bhaji), Kesari Baath (it’s a form of Pineapple Sheera) and not to miss their Filter Kaapi ( traditional southern coffee). The restaurant interiors are basic however all staff except the cashier are women and managed it really well. Can be crowded during weekends. All in all a great place that took me back to childhood visits to MTR near Lalbaugh in Banglore.

Very slow service and average food taste. Not worth the money.

Perfect Benne dosa with chutney and Sambar... just like in Bangalore.. the manager was really nice. During the conversation at the counter, we mentioned it was our wedding anniversary and he offered gulab jamoon, although we had paid ( I hope he reads this). Lovely staff and clean place. Highly recommend.

Superb experience and must try mini thali, amazing taste and also try other varieties like rawa masal and other cusinies as well. staff and service too good. Must try

Finally managed to Visit much awaited MTR, Firstly they have tried much to match the expectations, while some dishes like Pineapple Kesari bath , Rava idly , vada sambar were really delicious and worth each penny, But some like benne masala dosa or masala dosa was not that great, Mint chutney inside the dosa is something very unusual in South Indian restaurant.

Feels like being teleported to Bangalore. Exceptional dosa and great value for money. The service can be slow at times but not too bad.

Food is great, service can be massively improved.

Loved the experience at MTR, london. Especially the hospitality. They never fail to make the kannadathi in me happy by playing amazing Kannada songs. The food definitely takes me all the way back home. Must visit!

Amazing food. Have been here few times. The same authentic Bengaluru MTR taste and I love it.

Delicious benne masala dosa, pineapple kesari bath, bonda soup and bisi bele bath. Probably the best dosa we’ve had outside Bangalore (and we’re from there). Friendly service and prompt arrival of food. Highly recommend!

The staff Riya was very considerate. Food was nostalgic and delicious.

One of the best south indian food I have had, and not just in the UK.

Everything was fine n tasty..but that day sambhar was very sweet.

Fantastic place to enjoy authentic Bangalore style cuisine.. plenty of options even for kids.. love it!! Don’t usually write reviews but this is very deserving! !

Very delicious and authentic food. Love that they use ghee so well over the dosas and the chutneys are yummy. Eating dosa here is just another feeling. Badam Halwa was also very different from traditional North Indian Badam Halwa and was very comforting dessert.

Being a South Indian , I would say that this is the best south Indian food I ever had in UK till now. My South Indian soul literally satisfied.Must visit place❤️

So we tried this place recently during the middle of the week. I was surprised at how busy it was. We had some dosa and puri which was pretty good. I was disappointed that they said they had run out of tea....masala chai should never run out....and it's not difficult to make more if required. We had to make do with the coffee, which wasn't great. Overall a good place for dosa really, not a huge variety on the menu. I'd still recommend this place though.

The dining experience was exceptional, characterized by fresh and authentic flavors. Both the masala dosa and podi masala dosa were standout dishes, exhibiting brilliance in taste. The vada also impressed with its wonderful flavor profile, striking a perfect balance of spiciness and depth without overwhelming heat. Despite it being a bustling Sunday afternoon, the service was prompt and attentive, ensuring minimal wait times. The authenticity of the cuisine particularly stood out, promising a return visit solely for the sake of reliving those genuine flavors. Overall, the food left a lasting impression, with its flavorful and well-executed dishes complemented by efficient service, making it a definite go-to spot for future dining experiences.

Mini tiffin is Mega value. Dosa + {bisi bele + kesari + khara} bhath + uddin vada + rice idly for a tenner. Can't walk afterwards

Quite possibly the best Dosa restaurant in London! Absolutely loved the Dosas at MTR, so much so that I ended up buying 3! The only negative aspect I would say is that, it has a canteen vibe and it could definitely do with some nice décor.

The food was delicious and ambiance was adequate. Would recommend

Great food. Everything appeared and tasted fresh and authentic. The benne dosa and podi masala dosa was brilliant. Rasam vada was wonderful too. Nice touch of spiciness, but flavourful rather than just fiery hot. Service was great, wait time wasn’t long for a Sunday afternoon. I’d definitely come back here. For me, it’s the authenticity of the food that will bring me back

Except for masala dosa everything else we had were either average or below average taste. Very chaotic, under staffed and very poor customer experience.

Excellent south Indian food. We visit atleast once or twice a month

The food here was amazing. Must try Podi Masala dosa and Open dosa.

Mavalli tiffin room(MTR) Amazing food Do not miss out on filter coffee, masala dosa and the most amazing vada!

Amazing tasting food. We tried the Rasa vada, Bise Bele bath, Pineapple kesari and many more. Such a tasty food and the staff are very friendly.

We are foodies and we travel a lot to try different restaurants. Visited this much hyped yet worthless place after driving for almost an hour and a half. What a colossal disappointment it turned out to be! Atmosphere: Place is small and cramped & pathetic seating arrangement. We were a family of 4 crammed into a corner with no scope to move chair. Understaffed and chaotic. Food- overhyped and tasteless. This place is nothing but a shame to the og MTR in Bengaluru. Benne masala is smothered with some mint chutney which makes it sweet. They won’t serve ghee with rava idli unless asked for it. They only serve one mint chutney with all the food which had no taste. The only thing we liked was poori with Saagu. MTR special filter coffee had nothing extraordinary about it. You get same filter coffee at Sarvana too. They claim onion rava masala dosa as MTR special and take a while to serve (its mentioned on the menu). However, when its delivered, it wasn’t MTR authentic at all. Rest everything was below average taste and underwhelming experience. Would never go there again. Overall, I’d say they are using MTR name but actually doing disservice to that brand. AVOID and save your money!!

Were shall I start from , the moment me and Son entered the restaurant the Manager Jaines took care of us …..5⭐️ Best Indian restaurant ever ⭐️. Enjoyed every moment of it ,food was great , Atmosphere was great ,service was brilliant (special mention to the lady who served as too ⭐️, never seen a smile like that ). Highly recommend benne Dosa , pineapple kesari. Please open a restaurant near central London or east London , I traveled 1hr and 25 min to enjoy this amazing food

The best south Indian food you will find in London. They have maintained the authenticity of the flavors. The filter coffee also was superb.

Can be very busy is you show up after 12:30 in the weekends but oh my so authentic and reminded me of Bangalore food. Amazing everything and do not forget filter coffee

I have been to this place twice it replicates the same taste of MTR in Bangalore. For people who want to taste the authentic Mysore Masala Dosa it's the best place I know in London.

Great food but the front of the shop is freezing because they prop open the door

The tasty and typical Karnataka Udupi style Idly, Vada and Sambaar, the Idly was so soft that it melted in the mouth and Vada was soft inside and crispy outside. Masala Dosa also tasted good and if you are fan of Kesaribath then pineapple Kesaribath is must try and more importantly the pricing was very decent. Overall it was good experience and a must visit place if you are missing Karnataka Style Breakfast!

Ive had better dosa at many places in London

Nice. You’ll feel like u r in India. Note for souths - Not typical Tamils taste.. may be like Karnataka. You’ll like it.

Has a taste of home away from home. The best Dosa and idly I have had in the UK in the past 20 years. Its MTR for a reason. Mouth watering food, fab hospitality, fast service. If I had lived close to Harrow, would have visited every weekend like clockwork.

The atmosphere with Kannada Songs is lovely. Food is tasty 😋

Out of this world chutneys and dosas

Went there for breakfast and service was bit late and food is good

Best place for Dosas and South Indian in the London area, period!

Everything was on point, from the customer service to the unique taste of the dosa. Highly recommended!

An authentic South Indian restaurant, you can even get rice rasam here. The quality of food is maintained and just like an original MTR restaurant in Bangalore. All dishes tasted to its best and felt like having it in India. Coffee and tea is another level adding taste to the breakfast. Pre booking is not required to visit. Staffs were polite and the service was quick.

For south Indian food in London, it doesn't get much better than this. Bisibele bath is amazing.

Authentic southern tasting food. Make an effort to reach and sure not to be dissatisfied. Vada, idlis, dosas are as authentic as in Bangalore MTR 🫡 Can’t wait for our next visit here when we travel back to London

We finally managed to have our MTR experience. It was worth the wait. Extremely thrilled to have the bangalore experience at a 10 mins drive from home. We ordered masala dosa, uddin vada, kesari bath, bonda soup and the filter coffee. All tasted great and kept up the MTR promise. Also was great to see more staff than before and the staff were extremely friendly!

Delicious... value for money.. rava dosa were amazing 👏

Very good tasting food. With a good portion size. Recommended with family and friends. Ask for customisation if any, and they are happy to help, where possible.

A place with very authentic food! Amazing taste, just like being in the original MTR!

An excellent place to have South Indian delicacies like dosa, idly, vada etc. We had bad experiences in many other South Indian restaurants where the food taste wasn't authentic. We really missed having idly-vada, which was our staple food back home. Here, idly-vada was just fabulous. Butter Masala dosa was delicious too. We also ordered Badam halva which was mouth watering. Filter coffee at the end, made a perfect breakfast after quite a while!

Ordered Rava dosa masala. Received one with spicy powder all over; side dishes chutney and liquidy potato. Too much ghee. Puliyogare too spicy; wasn’t told about the specials . Rasam was too spicy and pineapple sheets too sweet. Overall not balanced and not happy after eating.

South Indian "An authentic culinary journey awaits at this South Indian gem! From the moment you step in, the aroma of spices transports you to the streets of Kerala. Each dish, bursting with flavors, brings out the true essence of traditional South Indian cuisine. The dosas are paper-thin perfection, the sambar is a delightful balance of tanginess and spice, and the coconut chutney is a heavenly complement to every dish. The warm hospitality adds an extra touch to the dining experience, making it a must-visit for anyone craving genuine South Indian flavors!"

Nice place service very polite dosa was tasty 👍

Food taste is very good Thank you

Benne masala dosa, Pineapple kesari savored my taste buds

We usually travel 50+ mins on the tube to come here for just one masala dosa each. They have done really well to keep the taste as authentic as the OG Bangalore MTR.

Good food. Tasty Mtr food Mimics bangalore outlet. Bit on the expensive side when compared to other south Indian restaurants in London. But their taste is unique and probably that's their reason for it. Simple menu. Not complicated. Must try benne masala dosa..

Swrvuce is very good.. food is very authentic but less choices

Hands down, the best South Indian food in London. Each time I visit, I feel like the 85 minute journey to MTR was totally worth it. Every time that I go here, my friends and I always order way more than what we generally eat. Of course, it’s sad that they don’t allow takeaway and also if they had a branch in central that would be a lot more convenient but we still travel 90 minutes for the dosa and the vada here because we can’t keep going back to India but we can get a taste of home at MTR.

Excellent food. Brings back some great memories n times. Service is absolutely top notch

Was craving for bisibele bhaat so had to visit this place. Good place to have Bangalore style south Indian food. Note: Do try their pineapple khara bhaat.

🌱 Loved MTR in Bengaluru, loving it in Rayner's Lane. Service is great and usually quite quick. Our favourites are the paper masala dosa and masala dosa. Friday special: Akki Roti with Tomato chutney

Nice place to have Bangalore style food like Masala Dose, Bonda Soup, Bisi Bele Bhaat Rava Idli and South Indian filter coffee :-) Had good time with my friends! Benne Masala dose was half cooked. The staff was courteous and brought a fully cooked Benne Masala Dose!!

Amazing and pocket friendly food. The podi dosa is totally worth the trio to this restaurant. The medu vada was very slightly undercooked and hence the 4 stars. But everything was exceptionally good.

Excellent food, service and authentic South Indian dishes. Love the cold almond milk drink and all South Indian dishes. Must try.

Favourite place for comfort food. Quality is the same as back home in Karnataka.

Nice service and owner is good behavior

Awesome food. Authentic taste of Bangalore. Service was very good and quick. Must go place if you like south Indian food.