Saravana Bhavan in Newham

Awesome place to have food, good atmosphere, good light music and excellent customer service. Didn't feel like being at UK

Hi good evening we are pleased ordering panner 65 it’s come real dry from oil fired and we asked 5 times to give us some chat masala to put on top up panner 65 but there are completely ignored and once we eat then they bring chat masala real poor service doesn’t matter whenever you week and or weekdays service doesn’t change it’s beeeb always like this we hed 2 times same issue I do not recommend this place to visit very poor customer service

I had idly vada then rava dosa in breakfast. Idly is really good must try. Rava dosa is average not worth to try

I cannot even describe how much I love the food here! It’s my home away from home, being a Bangalorean, South Indian meals is a staple and idli dosa vade is our life. Sarvana Bhavans taste is spectacular. The staff are just so nice, always checking on me if I need anything more while I enjoy my meals. :)

I ordered three Chapati after opening the packaging. I’m seeing Chapati is not cooked at all, and I contacted the restaurant. The manager was Asking photo and I send the photo after sending the photo and he saying, You can eat, That will love to harm you. And I feel the manager is not responded properly. The restaurant is is look like not maintaining health and safety measures. Please guys avoid this restaurant because this people is not making Food in health and safety Conditions and they don’t respond properly because they had already enough customers and they became non-responsive. I am providing the photo as well.

Good ambience, food quality is good & delicious. Customer friendly staff. clean and maintained.

Delicious vegetarian food served in an authentic Indian restaurant environment!

Great ,please , superb service , staff are very attentive , food is excellent and authentic , no gimmicks. A must eat experience

Great place and just reminded us of home. Exactly what we needed after an early morning flight and endless tube journeys. Please come soon to Ireland as well.

Paneer dosa is not worth a dime

I recently visited the Saravanaa Bhavan branch in East Ham with my friends, and I was incredibly impressed with the exceptional service we received. Despite arriving just 10 minutes before closing time, the supervisor/duty manager warmly welcomed us and ensured we were comfortably seated. The staff were extremely polite, attentive, and served us with happy faces throughout our dining experience, even as the restaurant was closing. The food was delicious as always, and the hospitality made our evening truly enjoyable. A big thank you to the team for their professionalism and for going the extra mile to make us feel welcome. We will definitely be returning!

I often visit this restaurant with friends whenever we're in the mood for vegetarian food, and it never fails to satisfy our cravings. The menu offers a wide variety of options, ensuring there's something for everyone. Even on busy days, the food arrives promptly, though sometimes there's a slight wait—but that's to be expected when you're after quality food. The portion sizes are reasonable, and the service is impressively quick and efficient. On weekends, be prepared for a bit of a wait as the restaurant tends to fill up, but it’s well worth it. Highly recommended for anyone seeking great vegetarian options!

If only i could give it a zero star review The dosa i ordered was not at all crispy all soggy I hated the attitude of the staff too

Today, I booked an Onam Sadhya in the restaurant. I never had a worst sadhya like this in my entire 26 year of life. They costs like £20 and no curries are fresh. I don't know about their other regular dishes and regular veg meal. 2024 onam was a worst for me only because of this Sadhya. In the future, I never gonna try, or even think about into consideration of this restaurant for Onam. I am very disappointed. Most of the curries are not tasty. 2 payasam were good. Despite of the food, the staff, the service was very good and really appreciated.

Good food.. too crowded and small gaps within tables...

Food was very good. Good service from the staff

Not at all good and no indian taste

This was the first time I visited Sara Ana bhavan. I really fancied vegetarian food and their food just hit the spot. Portion sizes were huge and very worth for the price we paid.

Worst customer service ever. Even when you order online food is alwaYs missing . Never ordering again

Friendly staff, tasty dosa and it's cheap.

Fall from grace for what once used to be the top pick of South Indian food in East London. Might as well avoid vada as they were very oily. Overall the food quality has declined.

The food & service was good. We went there for breakfast and had a Desi Indian breakfast for the first time.

Their food is absolutely mouthwatering !😋🤤

I recently dined at Saravana Bhavan in Eastham with my sister's family, including three children, on August 23rd, 2024. We ordered several dishes, but when we were served the Poori, we discovered a cockroach fried with the food. Horrified, I immediately stopped the children from eating and brought it to the attention of the staff. They claimed this was the first time something like this had happened and seemed unsure of how it occurred. After returning home, both my nephew and I experienced severe symptoms, including vomiting and diarrhea. I promptly emailed the management about this disturbing incident, but I have yet to receive any response. The lack of hygiene in this restaurant is alarming, and I shudder to think about the state of their kitchen. The presence of cockroaches in the food suggests an extremely unsanitary environment, which raises serious concerns about the safety and cleanliness of their cooking practices. I strongly advise against dining at this establishment. I am also considering reporting this incident to the local council's health and safety department to ensure no one else has to go through a similar experience.

The place serves really nice vegetarian food. The staff is very nice and friendly. Would definitely recommend it to everyone.

Good Food, unfortunately in peak times - services get disturbed / delayed - since home delivery takes toll on customers sitting in the premises. Pongal should be extended upto 2.00 pm.

Authentic South Indian Food Test in the United Kingdom.

Amazing chilli paneer and good filter coffee!

Right amount of food portion. Nice and friendly service

Dated 24 Aug, Receipt T001U2081696 It was wonderful food experience with my family members. Thank you for the complete team member.

We very often visit saravana Bhavan ....But our yesterdays visit was disappointing.... Everything thing was great but portion sizes are becoming very smaller compared to our previous visits.....Me as hotelier can increase Menu prices but shouldn't decrease portion sizes... We ordered chilli paneer,noodles,chilli parotta etc...We definitely won't be back if this continues as other Restaurants around you are of great competitions....

I visited with my family today and it was a great experience. The food came extremely quickly which was great especially for my autistic daughter who doesn’t understand if concept of having to wait. The manager was very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. The portion sizes may seem small but it definitely does fill you up when you start eating! The service was just very quick and thorough and I will be visiting again.

Yummy food Strong filter coffe

This place usually has a long queue, but surprisingly, on my visit on August 19th, 2024, there was none, so I decided to go in for the first time. I ordered the paper masala dosa and puri masala. However, when I asked for the green and red chutney, the man serving, who didn’t have a name badge, was extremely rude and unapproachable. My brother and I felt very uncomfortable; his attitude made us hesitant to ask for more chutney. :-D Thankfully, another staff member named Radhika was wonderful—she served us with a smile and was very kind. Meanwhile, the man without a badge kept staring at us as if we were doing something wrong. The other staff members, including a trainee and Dhivya, were attentive and responsive. However, this one employee(no name badge) really soured the overall experience. I even asked for his name multiple times while paying, but he was unclear, and my brother thought he heard "Raju," though we’re not sure. All I know is that he was the only one without a name badge. His attitude alone makes me hesitant to visit this place again with family or friends.

Best place for vegetarian food.

Even though everything is vegetarian here, the Are very delicious and great friendly service.

Really not happy with the dine in service of the restaurant. I was literally waiting for 20 mins after giving an order and went without having food

Food was really good. The only downside is that there was a small piece of hair on the dessert menu. Other than that it was really good!

I'm giving 1 star today for both the food and service because the sambar was burnt, and they were serving it to all the customers without concern. I noticed the burnt taste immediately, and the smell was evident. However, the service staff did not acknowledge the issue and instead tried to delay, bringing back the same sambar after 5 minutes while claiming it was a different batch. I told them I didn't want the burnt sambar and ended up eating with just chutney. Saravana Bhavan is known for its sambar and service, but today, both were pathetic. The person serving our table was only focused on taking orders and didn't seem to care about the quality of the food we received. We went as a group, and everyone felt disappointed with the service and quality. I feel bad for recommending the East Ham branch. I don't usually write reviews, but I wanted to write one today so that the owner can take the necessary action to address and correct these issues. Thanks HP

Bad experience from the staff named jaffer raja 👎

we always go to Taste of India but decided to go to Sarvanabhavan. we received our food in 10 to 20 minutes. which is good but the food was worse less portion, expensive, tasteless food. sambar was like dal. I would not recommend anyone, there are plenty of restaurants in the east that are better. waste of money.. thank you

The person who serve downstairs of the restaurant is not listening to our request and being rude by ignoring what we have asked for.

Felt like being and eating in Chennai

I ate chana bhatura today it was worst worst. Never eat here. I don't know how people eat from this restaurant. Worst food ever. Gravy chana I never heard chana with gravy. I think they prepare one gravy for all vegetable. I was eating raita. There was one small hair in the raita also.

Despite the fact that it wasn't busy, the waiter Jaffer Raja, who took our order, was neither welcoming nor cheerful. We did not know everything that the restaurant offered and no alternative was offered by the server in question. We only had starters, "masala tea" and coffee, specifying to serve them at the same time at the waiter's suggestion. But the drinks arrived more than 10 minutes after our starters. Additionally, we asked for sugar from another waiter, Saravana, who never brought it to us. Nevertheless, we would like to thank Lacra, who, not only brought the requested sugar, ensured that the service went smoothly and that we did not lack anything, even though she did not take care of our table. A 4/5 for the taste and quality of what we had.

I've been to the southall Sarvana Bhavan and really liked the Chole Bature. This one was not as much as the Southall One but overall good. Great Atmosphere and great service by the waitress, but I recommend they improve their food quality a bit better. Great Price.

Good service,carrying girls everything is good ☺️

I visit this restaurant every Saturday for the North Indian thali. The portion size is decent for the price and includes a delicious vegetarian soup. The place is always busy, making it challenging to find a seat. It’s not very far from the East Ham underground station.

Ok to good experience in multiple visits.

This is what they are giving to customers they order. I am wondering why you guys buying containers for serving juice in a plastic bag. At least you guys hire some one who knows customer service .

I visited Saravanaa bhavan Eastham last weekend and I was super impressed by the service. Many thanks to Anjana who took our order and made sure we got what we needed throughout our dine in time. Also appreciating the entire staff on how quickly they served the food after taking the order.

Amazing typical Tamil food. The service was incredible , I came here after a long time and the food still lives up to its standards 10/10 would recommend. Anjana was the server who worked there and she was so sweet and offered a friendly service

Good food good service the chilli panner was not all that i had better eles where channa Masala was pure taste less the butter nan was pure hard and Crispy waste off money really

One of best indian veg restaurant in east ham

Yummy indian food mushroom biryani is heaven.Ravva dosa must try chutney, which is not that great, though.

I had a pleasent dining experience, thanks to our exceptional waiter ( Radhika ). Her friendly and attentive service stood out, but what truly impressed us was her speed. Despite a busy evening, she delivered our meals promptly without compromising quality. Thanks to the warm welcoming host, for making our night memorable with your efficient and outstanding service.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Saravanaa Bhavan, a gem of a South Indian restaurant that truly exceeded my expectations. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm smiles and a welcoming atmosphere that made me feel right at home. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, perfect for a relaxed meal with family or friends. The menu boasts a wide array of South Indian delicacies, each more tempting than the last. I decided to start with the cocktail fried idly, Channa bhature and the classic masala dosa which was crisp on the outside and filled with a perfectly spiced potato mixture. The accompanying sambar and chutneys were bursting with authentic flavors that took my taste buds on a delightful journey. It was evident that the chefs at Saravanaa Bhavan take great pride in their culinary craft. However, the true star of the evening was our customer attendant Anjana. Her attentive service and friendly demeanor made our dining experience even more enjoyable. She was knowledgeable about the menu and ensured that our needs were met with a smile. Her exceptional hospitality truly set the evening apart and made us feel like valued guests. All in all, Saravanaa Bhavan is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic South Indian cuisine. The delicious food, charming ambiance, and outstanding service—especially from Anjana make it a dining experience to remember. I can't wait to return and explore more of their delectable offerings. Thank you, Saravanaa Bhavan and a special thanks to dear Anjana for making our meal so memorable!!! 🤗🎉

Food is very old ,I bought 30 pound, payasam ,curd curry completely destroyed, I called manager he simply said I can replace next time, big disappointment...

One of the original vegetarian restaurants. The place is very clean and looks amazing. The staff and service is very good. Most important of all is the amazing food which is cooked to perfection. The Dosas and Thalis are all great.

I went for breakfast with my friends on a super busy Sunday morning. There was a long queue, but it was very well managed by the staff. They were very polite and considerate and took note of all people waiting. We were able to find seats within 15 minutes. We had Sambar Vada, Ghee Idli (14 pieces of button idli dipped in Sambar), Mysore Masala Dosa, Onion Podi Dosa, Chapati and Bhaji, Rava Onion Dosa, and tea for 4 people, all for just £40. The food came in less than 5 minutes of ordering and was delicious. The chutneys and sambar were also super tasty 🤤 🤤 We were seated in the basement area, which was very well lit and airy. The washrooms were also clean and well maintained. Definitely recommend this place!! Will come back for more yummy dosas !😊

Excellent service from manager , MuthuRamalingam and the pleasant waitress, Anjana. Superb combo breakfast . Thoroughly enjoyed.

Good food, service and rates. Have been visiting this specific branch for years :) only challenge is finding the parking.

Ordered take away, as we live 3hours away. Came back home to see the most terrible Hakka noodles !!they were thick udon noodles with no vegetables and dry with no sauce. Completely dissatisfied. Please can we have refund as we ordered 2 and are not happy at all, as they eere unpalatable and had to bin them!! Can’t believe we paid nearly £14

I dine at this place often and also have been ordering food from here frequently. The service and taste was always the same until today when I ordered the same things that I usually order but only to be disappointed in almost everything. I ordered idlis which were smaller in size than before. They did not give the red chutney with dosa and idli. The coconut and coriander chutney were stale and tasted like they had gone bad. I loved their coriander chutney hence ordered extras but had to throw it away. The paneer cheese masala dosa had questionable amount of paneer in it. The malai kofta tasted very average than it used to. Not sure if the restaurant has changed the chef or altered their recipes, but if they did, I think they should go back to the way it was.

Amazing, fresh, tasty and beautifull looking food. Would absolutely recommend this place

The south indian flavours were spot on but the indo Chinese food we got wasn't that great.

Best in class at East Ham Minimal price

Pure veg restaurant, bit busy during evening and weekend, food quality is good

I recently dined at Saravana Bhavan and had a delightful experience overall. I tried the Cheese Podi Masala Dosa, Medhu Vada, and Chole Bhature, all of which were very good. The Cheese Podi Masala Dosa was particularly delicious, with a perfect blend of spices and cheese, making it a unique and flavorful dish. The Medhu Vada was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, just as it should be. The Chole Bhature was also impressive, with fluffy bhature and well-spiced chole. However, the samosa was a bit of a letdown. It lacked the crispiness and flavor I was expecting. Despite this, the overall dining experience was pleasant, thanks to the attentive and friendly service. The staff ensured that we had everything we needed and made us feel welcome. I would definitely recommend Saravana Bhavan for its tasty dishes and excellent service, though I'd suggest giving the samosas a pass.

We went with our friends and family who are regular visitors.And overall OK.But this review is in comparison between Wembley and Eastham South indian thali...Wembley thali was much better compared to Eastham...

Always the best experience. Every single time. Food tastes very much authentic

Food quality is getting low. It started with very high quality

Everything was good except for the falooda which we ordered. I’ve found price in the menu and the price they charge is different.Service was really good.

Amazed with Indian food .. authentic

Extraordinary. Food and Service. One of the best. Must try

Amazing food and thanks to Anjana's exceptional service! From the moment we walked in, Anjana made us feel welcome and taken care of. She was attentive, knowledgeable, and made great recommendations. The food was delicious, but Anjana's service truly made the evening special. She went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed and made sure we left with big smiles on our faces. Thank you, Anjana, for a fantastic evening! We can't wait to come back!"

We visited one Friday evening, The manager was only worried about Making money trying to put us in to the corner where 2 people can sit and eat and gave us an excuse saying that its busy day no complaints that is his Job. I have asked to sit where we can eat comfortably. Waited for 5-10 minutes no one came to take the order, after some time I called the manger and said we are ready to give the order. Food was ready very quickly. 🙌🏻 Hands up for the people who working hard in the kitchen. Food potions a become very little compared to 2-3 years before. This is not a place who can sit and eat peacefully this place becomes so much in rush and the overall situation will make to u eat very quickly and leave the place as soon as u finished. Staff was so much under pressure no one seems to be me have a little smile on their face.

Well I was wrongly charged for an item I did not have

Great value for money and tasty food!!

Really gives the authentic sound India feel.. ghee masala dosa is a must try🤩

A large fare of south indian and north indian dishes.Very busy.The service was very prompt. The chilli paneer and the mango lassi deserve a special mention. Masala Dosa and the chinese fried rice were decent. Soap was not available in the toilet when we went to wash hands.

The best dosas in town. Super speedy service & great crowd X

Lovely food. Excellent customer service. Very good at dealing with customers.

One of the best restaurant in London,providing good service and authentic food,

What a fantastic southern Indian restaurant. It's a bit of a schlep for me, so I had a meal of dosa and another of idly... delicious sambhar

Great service from the waitress Arunada

Authentic south Indian food but other cuisine options but that great

Very good, maybe a bit expensive but it's good quality so five stars deserved! Well done

AWFUL FOOD. Everything was undercooked, over seasoned and everything was brought to the table haphazardly. I complained to whom I assume was the shift manager when everyone at my table was eating their slop, whilst I was still waiting for my naan. 30 MINS FOR NAAN! Had I simply been told thst naan will take a long time, I would have changed my order. The manager gave some ridiculous non answer about preparation times and then just walked away! Without even an apology or an conclusion to the conversation. This place isn't a restaurant, nor a cafe. Everyone who works in this establishment is just there for their monthly wage. The saddest thing is that this review won't even make an impact on anything. Do not waste your money. Such a disgrace to indian cusine, what a shame.

I love the place. The food is like homemade food and the servers are very friendly. I always get a positive vibe from the place. I religiously go to this restaurant every week. Consistent taste and consistent experience

We went on my husbands birthday and I m a big South Indian food lover and it was delicious 🤤

Visited this place after a really long time....the food quality is ok and tastes good! However, the service by the staff is quite poor and undermining....really in a hurry to take the order, and get out of the door asap. Before we finished, the bill was given to us (without even asking for it) plus the staff not very pleasant & have a frown on face when you ask them for something as compared to the other nearby South Indian restaurants. Can't really relax and enjoy your food! Its a pity!! Don't think going back again!

Service - 5 star, only because there is no option of 6 stars! I went there yesterday. The food was so good, I ordered some for taking home - and promptly forgot the parcel. When I rang up hours later, they remembered about it, said I could come and get it whenever - I went there, and the manager, Mr Muthuramalingam, insisted on getting a fresh set of the vadais being packed for me, despite it being entirely my fault. The young lady at the counter was equally affable. I think this is what service is all about. And it is such small acts that makes customers develop loyalty. I ceratinly have been loyal to their food, and now I am even more of a fan! Thanks, Saravana Bhavan East Ham and the entire team!

One of the Best joint to eat South Indian food

Amazing and tasty food with great service!! Highly recommend it!

We were pleased as usual with high quality food and great hygiene standards. Anjana took care of us, her service and hospitality was impeccable. Thanks again wishing the team the very best and keep up your good work.

Food is really good. The staff working there are really helpful and well behaved. However, the ambience of the restaurant is not that great but if you want to enjoy good South Indian food by not emptying your pockets, then this is the perfect place for you.

I ordered from Uber Eats very disappointed in food lot of hairs and I call the restaurant, They’re blaming delivery guy and his service of the bag which made the hair strand in the box..and telling me to bring the food to check, why would i order at home and im about to go to work , their rude response has made me do this and also they send me wrong order…i call pull the long strand hair but even i got little strand of hair in the middle of the batter of the dosa..this is very very bad a big NO for me..

Food quality is one thing but the love with which the staff serve the food, the love with which they thrive as a team just adds to the overall goodness. Loved it Thanks Shivani, Jassim, John, Kanagamalar, Prayajotha and Stella 👏

Excellent Food quality Reasonable price Fresh