Bengaluru Ootery is in the Edgewater Place Center, near the water, with plenty of parking. It's a small place with limited seating, including some outdoor seating. The menu is good, with a nice selection of Kannadiga food; it's hard to find that food here in the Bay Area. We ordered Akki Roti and Maddu Vada, both of which tasted authentic and brought back memories of Bengaluru. The service was fast and friendly. We would definitely go back to try more items. read more

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We ordered akki roti , egg plant stir fry, bengaloor pulav. They ran out of vangi bath and the thali by the time we went in. The eggplant stir fry was ok tasting , tiny portion. The akki roti was def good. For the portion size, quality and taste of food, it was mediocre at the best but the cost was very high. read more

Ragi rotti Finger millet bread, Lima bean saagu (texture is like a soup),chutneys (sauces), topped with crunchy split peas Yum eggplant & cooked peanuts is lacto veg Hopefully chefs have learned to not give vegans the side of butter !! read more

Bengalur Ootery - Ragi rotti combo - Vegetarian Near Me - Foster City, California

We decided to bring in dinner because it was late and we were hungry. Ordered on phone and immediately felt rushed because they said they were closing, this was at 7:30 pm. We told them we wanted mild spicy and that we couldn't eat spicy food. When we got home after picking up we were disappointed and surprised at what we didn't get for our $45. Oh well, maybe the food is good. When we tasted each item they were all unbearably severely spicy, so much our mouths were burnt. Way over the top wasted our money. Sorry won't be back. You should warn people. read more

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Apparently this place used to be called Rita's previously but has since reopened as an Indian, South Indian in particular, joint. The place is a bit hole in the wall ish, with tables rather close to one another. But the service is great with the owner and host making us feel welcomed. And the food is a pleasant surprise. Authentic Kannada street and home style items on the menu. Between three hungry friends we tried almost 7 dishes and were wowed with most. The only one which we could have done without was the mini samosa. With the rest of the amazing food, I felt the samosa didn't really belong there. I'm definitely going back to try the other items on the menu!! read more

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Amazing flavors, and fresh food ! Gobi Manchurian and Masala mandakki is delicious and reminds of my college days . The chutneys are really fresh and flavorful. Bisibelabath is perfect Pallavi , the owner is doing a fantastic job by keeping it authentic read more

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I had a strange feeling the moment I read the menu at Bengalur Ootery -- like I already knew this food. And then it hit me why. Back in 2014, I used to eat lunch cooked by Pallavi when she was running a home lunch service called House of Lakshmi. That food stayed with me. So when these dishes arrived, it didn't feel new -- it felt familiar, in the best possible way. Like a hug you didn't realize you'd been missing. Here's what we had, in the order it landed with me: Majjige Huli -- this is my forever favorite. People often compare it to North Indian kadhi, but this is its own thing. Gentle, tangy, balanced, deeply comforting. The kind of dish that doesn't shout but stays with you. For me, this tasted like coming home. Sprouts Kosambari -- fresh, crunchy, and alive. The chilies and cilantro were just right -- enough to wake everything up without overpowering the sprouts. Simple, clean, and honestly perfect. Bisibele Bhath combo -- comforting in the way only well-made bisibele bhath can be. Everything cooked together so the flavors melt into each other instead of sitting separately. We also tried the Maddur Vada, which was spot on -- crisp, flavorful, and unmistakably authentic. We also had the Thalipattu Rotti combo, Huli / Sambar, and sides -- and across the board, the same theme held: this is Karnataka food made by someone who knows it deeply. Not "Indian restaurant" food. Not heavy. Not trying to please everyone. Just honest, regional cooking. A lot of reviews mention this, and it's true: Pallavi's care shows. She explains dishes because she wants you to understand them, not upsell you. The space is small, the menu is thoughtful, and the food feels intentional. If you're looking for generic, over-sauced curries, this may not be your place. If you're looking for Bengaluru-style food that tastes like memory, care, and a warm hug don't miss it. I'm really glad this food has found its way back into the world (and more specifically my life). I'll definitely be back. read more

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Saw this pop up on my Yelp suggestions and knew I had to try it immediately. Ootery specializes in cuisine from the South Indian state of Karnataka. I'm more familiar with other aspects of South Indian cuisine like Tamil or Andhra food so there were a lot of interesting new things for me to try here. Note that this place has limited seating and, because of its popularity was pretty full on a Saturday night so I just grabbed our stuff to go. The bisibelabath combo was a good idea as it came with a bunch sides / crunchies that took the texture of the dish to the next level. The black chickpea and coconut dish reminded me of "Sundal" from Tamil Nadu and was a good appetizer. Overall, it felt like eating a really good home-cooked meal that wasn't overwhelmingly greasy or spicy. Can't wait to go back and try more stuff - especially the ragi rotis! read more

Bengalur Ootery - Vegetarian Near Me - Foster City, California

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I was excited to find a new Indian restaurant on the Peninsula, but unfortunately, I was disappointed. I love Indian buffets, but they don't exist much anymore, so I was excited that this place had a Thali, the next best thing. BUT...even though it is on their menu, they don't offer it anymore!!!! I ordered the paneer with rice bread. The paneer dish was a bit on the bland side and only had 4 small pieces of paneer. The rice bread was just okay, I don't think I would order it again. The atmosphere was as bland as the food and only has six tables. Prices would be reasonable if the food was better. Service was friendly and parking is very easy. This is one of those places I tried once, but wouldn't return. read more

Bengalur Ootery - Vegetarian Near Me - Foster City, California

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A cute place situated near Foster City Edgewater. Small place but the food was great. We ate masala chai (with Parle G), sprouts koshambari (spicy and nice) and Ragi Rotti Combo with avarekaal saagu and chutney. Yum, healthy and nice lunch for weekend morning. And nice to experience Bangalore food. We ordered and they gave us curd and lassi due to the spice :) read more

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Super excited about South Indian (specifically Bengaluru City) region vegetarian restaurant (compared to darshini type hotels) opening in the neighborhood. Believe it's been couple months since they have opened. We went to check out on one weekday dinner few weeks ago. It was a chill windy evening, the owner was in process of updating interior electrical connections to set up multiple heaters. At the outset the menu is fantastic- although one key item "dosa " popular in south India was missing. The owner explained, they would be adding to the menu in upcoming months...and it would be no frills select few tasty versions..not typical 100 different types of dosas served at other places. Looking forward to trying out that in next visit. We ordered appetizer- masale puri (like chat item) which was adequate with chutneys and sauces. We then ordered ragi rotti combo- that comes with ragi millet flour roti and rice flour roti each, along with Lima beans curry and fresh green chutney (Missed to take picture of this). Hope they can add some additional curry like paneer or eggplant curry too. Also ordered bengaloor pulav combo- more like veg biryani and it had these yummy flat green beans typical of bengaluru pulav dishes and other veggies, accompanied with some yogurt sauce and few crispies. While waiting for our order chatted briefly with the owner who is very passionate about brining this special cuisine to Bay Area. The competition is definitely heating up and there is dearth of good south Indian cuisine in foster city. Hope to visit back in coming months when the menu is fully updated and during a warm day as it was freezing inside with just one space heater. There are so many other items on the menu to try like nucchina unde(spiced lentil flour steamed dumpling like) or thalipattu combo, bisibele rice combo...all classic dishes from that region. read more

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Finally! Authentic, flavorful Kannadiga food within reach! Much easier and faster than a ticket to Bengaluru! A cozy spot highlighting the regional specialties of Karnataka with some North Indian favorites added in for good measure. It feels like dining at a friend's home with comforting flavors that make you smile. We were a group of 6 and got a variety of dishes, all of which were delicious with authentic flavors. We tried, Madur vade - deep fried flat vadas served with a delicious green chutney tempered with crispy lentils, sambar, yogurt based curry, bisibele bath (rice cooked in a lentil gravy infusing the flavors into the rice) served with a cucumber raita, flatbreads of two kinds made from ragi (millet) flour and the other made from rice flour served with a gravy and chutney. All the dishes were decent excellent. They are new and dealing with some operational hiccups, so the service can be choppy. However, the owner's hospitality and passion for the cuisine shines through. We will be back to sample the rest of their menu soon! read more

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Bengalur Ootery is a tiny restaurant offering a home-cooked menu of vegetarian Indian eats from Bengaluru. The owner of this business was super friendly and came out to explain the menu, which was full of unique dishes from Karnataka in South India. Looking at the selections, I was excited for a new flavor adventure, but a good number of selections weren't available, including the thali, which I usually like to order for a good sampling of dishes. One of the specialties that they did have available was their homemade flatbreads, and the Thalipattu Rotti Combo came with a dark ragi rotti (millet flour flatbread) and an akki rotti (rice flour flatbread) with herbs mixed into the batter. Both of these were freshly cooked on a griddle and were warm, chewy, and delicious. The combo also came with lima bean saagu (an acidic, herbaceous soup), a green coconut chutney, a red kadlebele (chana dal) chutney, and butter, all of which were perfect for pairing with the flatbreads. We also got an order of the Thondekayi-Cashew Palya, a mixture of sautéed ivy gourd, cashews, and green chilies, topped with shredded coconut and curry leaves. Everything we had was freshly-prepared and delicious, showcasing the quality of the ingredients. That said, this restaurant has yet to reach its full potential due to its operational limitations, and can do a more thorough job in showcasing the range of flavors it has to offer. read more

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The food is amazing! Not the usual stodgy Indian Fare of heavy curries and Chicken Tikka Masala. This is regional Indian food with an emphasis on clean flavors and portion control Service was exceptional and the owner helpful and friendly I'll be back to try other dishes read more

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Authentic food from Karnataka. Loved it. The owner is very engaged in the business and explained everything in painstaking details. I am not sure she can scale the business with that level of engagement. It is a small, cozy space with just 6 tables. There have been several restaurants in this location and none have survived. I hope this one does . read more

Bangalore style food is something that's rare to find but exciting! We ordered Gobi manchurian, masala puri, and maddur vade- 3 snacks and 2 drinks- badam milk and masala majige (yogurt drink!) it was all perfect in taste and of home for us! The kids wanted puri and Pallavi recommended the chole bhature and a kulcha and warned us when she thought we were over-ordering! The kids got a mango lassi which was so nice with the hint of saffron flavor. Every single dish we got was great in flavor and generous in portion size. The service was fast and the ambiance small and comfortable, the chairs were also very Bangalore like. I definitely will come back and spread the good word. read more

We went to Bengalur Ootery with high expectations seeing the online reviews but were extremely disappointed - the food had really poor taste and quality, service was bad and it's overpriced. Avoid this place. We went on a Fri night at 8pm and the restaurant was empty, which says a lot by itself. We ordered a variety of starters. The onion and jalapeno pakoras came but were very salty. No chutney came with the pakoras, which is odd and when we asked, we were told to pick if we wanted the mint or tamarind chutney (why not bring them both in the first place?). When the chutneys came, they were in tiny cups barely enough for the 4 of us. Madhur vadde did not seem fresh and was too hard, the peanut starter had no salt at all. For the main course, we had akki roti, ragi roti combos and channa bhatura. The bhaturas were extremely thick and hard to eat, the rotis and side dishes were just ok. Each side dish had a disproportionate portion of chilly powder (we can take a lot of spice) which made the dish pungent and hard to eat. At 8.30 (their closing time), the server started putting chairs on top of the empty tables around us (they could have waited for us to finish and leave, closing time is typically for the kitchen and not letting new customers in); some of the staff started leaving, one of the staff members took gum out of her mouth with her fingers and put it in the trash before leaving (this could have happened out of our sight or with a tissue at least - speaks to the level of hygiene) The saving grace was the basundi which was good but the serving size was very small. The price we paid for this dinner was very high for the type of food this place serves. For hole-in-the-wall places, the food speaks for itself which it did not here. Many of the rave reviews for this place don't seem authentic at all. Bay Area has a lot of good options read more

In history of Bay Area South Indian vegetarian only cuisine over past 2 decades we have had 1) Udupi Palace 2) Saravana Bhavan 3) Madras Cafe 4) Mylapore Express 5) Ulavacharu Tiffins 6) Kovai Cafe 7) Madurai Idli Kadai and now 8) Bengalur Ootery. Dasprakash and Woodlands were there but they have closed shop. Even Udupi palace is now only at Berkeley. Authentic taste wise Bengalur Ootery is currently the best. read more

Loved the food and variety of Bangalore/Karnataka specific food like Akki roti, ragi roti, and Majjige Huli. The madur vada came out so piping hot that it was amazing. Also they had solid chai and service. The place is pretty small but clean and well kept. Long may it continue. read more

I visited for dinner and found the ambiance neat, though the space is a bit small. Some menu options, like the flatbread pairings, were unavailable. The "Masale puri" small plate was delicious and reminded me of Chennai beachside sundal. The bisibele bhath was spicier than expected but tasted perfect. I plan to return to try the flatbread pairings. Be prepared for long wait times due to limited seating. read more

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My husband ordered takeout from this place, and unfortunately the entire experience was disappointing from start to finish. At first glance, the menu looked promising, but the food did not live up to the prices at all. The portions were surprisingly small for how expensive everything was, and most dishes lacked flavor. The food tasted bland, reheated, and far from authentic. Some items were watery while others felt poorly prepared overall. Even basic details were overlooked -- they didn't include to-go utensils with the order, which honestly added to the impression that corners are being cut everywhere possible. Not to mention like 30% of the menu isn't available. The atmosphere and service also left a bad impression. While waiting, I could clearly hear the owner yelling at employees in the back, only to come out moments later acting overly cheerful as if customers couldn't hear what was happening. That kind of environment says a lot about how a business is run. For the quality, portions, and overall experience, the prices are absolutely not justified. This was our first and definitely last time coming here. There are far better places to spend your money. read more

Amazing chai! It was perfectly made. Also indulged in some chole bature soooo good and authentic better than Delhi waala chaat in the South Bay read more

Bengalur Ootery - Chai perfectly spiced with cardamon - Vegetarian Near Me - Foster City, California

What a gem of a spot! A new restaurant that serves southern Indian food! Everything was absolutely delicious! The owner was really gracious about the service and wait as the location was small with a lot of guests. We will be back! Worth the wait! read more

Delicious healthy food, with plenty of clearly listed vegan dishes. The owner Pallavi was really nice. The restaurant looks much nicer and brighter compared to the previous restaurant in the same location. Some minor kinks they need to work out, no serving spoons with the dishes. (There is cutlery in a container on the table but there were not enough spoons). The servers brought us the wrong dish multiple times, but quickly corrected them, once we told them we had not ordered what they brought to our table. Can't wait to go again and try the remaining vegan dishes! Pallavi said a vegan dessert was also in the works! read more

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The food was delicious! We especially enjoyed the gobi manchurian. The service was excellent. This is a small spot, but great for a quick meal. read more

Bengalur Ootery - Vegetarian Near Me - Foster City, California

Went with my 2 young kids who generally love idly dosa. I was pleasantly surprise to see them enjoy authentic Kananda food. It was also first time for me and I throughly enjoyed the food. The chai and butter milk were great as well we plan to go back soon. read more

Bengalur Ootery - Ragi combo meal - Vegetarian Near Me - Foster City, California

The vibe is not of a restaurant but as though you've been invited into their home for a warm meal. The service was sincere, personal and you can feel their desire and passion to simply serve good food. We got masala puri, gobi and puri saagu. Everything was great , tasted homemade and was served fresh and hot. It's not flashy , masala of typical restaurant food - and that simplicity was the selling point for us. read more

Food: The dishes were both spicy and somewhat bland at the same time. All the drinks, even soda, were served already chilled, but the free service water didn't even have ice, which was disappointing. Service: It was okay overall, but not particularly friendly or welcoming. Ambiance: The place is very small and lacks proper ventilation--not even a fan. It gets quite uncomfortable, with everyone sweating. Eating spicy food in a cramped space without airflow made the experience unpleasant. read more

The masala puri nostalgia-ed me way back in time to the blue pushcart located on the cross roads of Shri Krishna Temple and Chinmaya Hospital in the then tiny town of Indra nagar, Bengaluru At one corner of the little gentle steam wafting aroma of the all too cooked green peas simmering in a pan over a make shift pump stove. Cart "uncle" right beside it, solemnly but furiously mixing the ingredients together as quickly as possible to fill the ever growing line of hungry anxious customers. I was one tear short as I spooned in mouthfuls of this amazing chat today. Thank you for bringing the authenticity to us here in the bay. I cannot wait to see you succeed. 4 stars cos i anticipate plans to faster and more accurately processed customer orders very very soon ! read more

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I haven't had South Indian food many times -- everything was so delicious! The owner was very personable and kind. A cute hole in the wall spot in Foster City. read more

Bengalur Ootery - Vegetarian Near Me - Foster City, California

The food is delicious and different from the typical South Indian fare and bit on spicy sides. It is.a small place so weekdays are better Service is quick At least deserves a try for a change read more

We went to this place because reviews said it is a different kind of South Indian fare and we were pleasantly surprised that it is! The only reason why I removed 1 star is because we had requested for everything to be mild but everything we got was quite spicy. Service and location is great. Even though the dining area is small, on a week day it OK and the place does not have AC so it gets quite warm inside. Other than that a place worth trying at least once. We will go back again soon. read more

This is a great spot for authentic Bengaluru-style food. I've tried a few dishes and liked them. The host is genuine. That said, I'm giving three stars primarily due to pricing and accessibility. First, it's very difficult to reach them by phone, which makes it hard to clarify menu items or place a direct order. You're essentially left with either ordering through DoorDash or visiting in person, neither of which is always convenient or cheap. The pricing also feels steep for the quantity of some items. For example, the paneer tikka was just 4 medium pieces for $18.99. At that price point, many other premium restaurants in the area offer more generous portions. read more

Delish veggie food. Owner takes your order helpful in explaining menu items. Come early, it's a small spot and fills up quickly. We got there at 530 pm, and got a table, everyone after us had to wait. Check out the menu before you go. Great veggie items. Great lassi. Sure seems authentic. It's a definite come back to spot. Great value and such a gem on the peninsula read more

The dishes are very unique- practically none of them are served in other Indian restaurants- in fact, I brought my Indian co-workers, and even they were stumped and needed Pallavi's help to order. I especially liked the Mullet pancake (too much ghee, but what the hell...), and Pallavi is indeed very nice. Hope the restaurant will stay with us for a long time! read more

Very good food. But too highly priced and quantity is very less compared to other restaurants in Bay area.

Good masal puri. Other dishes are also good, but are on the carb-heavy side. Decent chai. Filter coffee wasn't available when we went in.

Authentic Karnataka flavors and unique home style menu. Will def be coming back for more..

We have been here a couple of times now. Eggplant palya -5/5 gobi manchurian -3.9/5 sprouts salad -5/5 Huli-4/5 I'm so glad that we finally have a place to order vegetarian food that's not the standard "Indian" food - but where we can get food that you would typically cook at home/close to it(varies by region). I love how the dishes maintain the taste of the veggies - this has become one of our regular take outs for weekdays when we don't get time to cook. We will be back for more! read more

I was totally disappointed with their food. I had eaten many Indian food. Please don't eat there unless you are vegetarians. Their food was tasteless. Not for me. Very disappointed!!! read more