Amazing South Indian food. They have a large menu with plenty of yummy options to choose from. We had their palak paneer which was so creamy and smooth mixed with fresh paneer cubes. The Chennai coffee helped wash everything down after the meal was over. Their dosas are massive! And the aloo filling inside is perfect. The Uttapam with mushrooms & onion was an excellent choice. Sambar was served hot with fresh veggies inside. I highly recommend this place. read more

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Visited on a Sunday evening for a quick bite before a show. I know it's unusual not to get a dosa at a place named after it, but the Puri Potato Bhaji was delicious. The Chili Paneer was also tasty, but I would have preferred a bit more spicy. The standout for me was the Gobi Manchurian (cauliflower) -- easily among the best I've had. The restaurant is entirely vegetarian and offers super reasonable prices. Parking lot isn't huge but there's street parking nearby too. Yum! read more

Chennai Dosas - Indian Near Me - Hicksville, New York

Sometimes dine in but usually do take out ! Food is delicious!! A "Bang for the buck" as the saying goes! Good sized portion for the price! Favorite place for our family!! Tried a lot around, the food here is the BEST!! Tiki masala, pouri bread, palak paneer!! Our favorite dishes! read more

Unpretentious!! Absolutely wonderful authentic Indian Food. Highly - HIGHLY - recommend! (I know my Indian food). Go there! Enjoy!

One of my favorite southern Indian and fully vegetarian spots. They have many vegan options as well. Everything I've tried is delicious and has tons of flavor. Service is quick and menu has tons of variety. Looking forward to coming back and trying more of the menu. read more

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I'm not a huge fan of dosas, and this place makes pretty good ones. The Paper Masala Dosa is very big and can be filling by itself. I also had the Somosa Chat which I thought wasn't bad. Lots of seating available. Service was pretty bad though. read more

Chennai Dosas - 76. Onion and Hot Pepper Utthapam - Indian Near Me - Hicksville, New York

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They have really good dosas, crispy and delicious. good quality. Service is nice and friendly. I really liked the idlis there, they were soft and made to perfection. read more

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Came here for the dosas which were pretty good- lots of options to choose from. The samba it came with was delicious and they gave us extra to go. The vadai and the mango lassi were also great. They also gave us an extra vadai which was nice of them :) they have a decently sized seating area that is pretty casual. read more

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Chennai is a beautiful and bustling city in the south of India 8360 miles east of New York or a 12 hour non stop plane ride on a jet doing 690 miles per hour. The Dosa is a delicious, huge crepe made with rice and lentil batter with different fillings - potatoes, peas, meat, etc. Chennai Dosas is a lovely, warm and fun restaurant right here in Hicksville, Nassau County in NY about 24 miles east of Manhattan. It boasts an extensive menu of authentic and I emphasize authentic, the real deal southern cuisine featuring 37 varieties of these stellar dosas that will make you smile and do the Dosa Do Si Do dance.( 2 menu photos). You can go healthy with the spinach one or get the one with cheese and mushrooms, maybe the veggies on top or my favorite- the gunpowder Dosa that will bring tears to your eyes with smoke coming out of your ears. Every single dish is made to order and per the customer's specific request. I ordered the garden soup with lentils and veggies and asked that it be prepared mild. 17 minutes later I was loving this steaming bowl of goodness and flavor that was so fresh and tasty and nourishing. The best soup I have had in a long time. The appetizers were amazing - idlis( steamed rice cakes in the photo) were divine. The vadas( same photo) or lentil flour donuts with the accompanying sambar( lentil soup) and sauces or chutneys were just amazing - crispy on the outside and melt in your mouth goodness on the inside. The coffee was hot n fresh. The accompanying dessert- the halwa ( thick paste from flour, butter, saffron, rose water and yes Love) also brought tears of joy to my eyes, again! The staff was absolutely magnificent- kind, humble yet so efficient, aware and alert, treated us like gold, 24 kt that is. The prices were really good with an average of $19 plus tip per person. They have a separate dining room for big parties. I have hosted a group of 15 there with our private and uninterrupted space and two amazing and attentive team members spoiling us. They are open daily from 11:30 am to 10:30 pm. Get over to Chennai Dosas in Hicksville and do the Dosa Do Si Do. I just saved you that 12 hour trip to Chennai. read more

Great spot. Delicious and great value. I plan to go back. Over ordered so will have left overs tomorrow read more

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Food was good. Basic Indian fare with no meat / chicken / fish . But service was cold and rushed. (Restaurant was near empty) It felt like the REAL staff was in the back; bound and gagged and the restaurant was hijacked by goons. LOL. Basic medium prices. NOTE: Unlike MANY Indian restaurants: they do NOT close at 4 PM and then reopen at 5 PM. So if you are an early bird for dinner and want to avoid crowds there's that . Parking lot gets cramped / tight by 5 PM. Not sure if there was parking in the back of the strip of stores. read more

Store in a strip mall. The Gobi Manchurian is v pretty good. It was very crispy, nice little kick..I liked it. I got the Chennai rava masala dosa... it was mildly spicy. Parts were so crispy, they broke.. other parts were wet and soggy... the sambar was delicious, so very good. The coconut chutney was good, but mildly flavored.. there was also a red coconut chutney, it was pretty good. The service was quick and efficient... This should really be a 3.5 stars... read more

Authentic South Indian food and verity of dosas. Friendly and fast service. Very calm and nice ambiance. Everything was excellent. Everyone Should try. read more

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If you like Indian vegetarian food, this is really the place for you. I love this place. The food and selection is fantastic. The food brings me right back to when I was in India. The spices and unique flavors are spot on. the staff is extremely helpful and courteous. I always leave this restaurant satiated and happy. read more

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When I'm in the mood for Indian vegetarian , Chennai Dosas hits the spot. My go-to is the gun powder dosa. Delicious with so much flavor and a nice heat. At first glance, it doesn't appear to be very filling but once you start digging into the 3 sauces and spicy soup that comes with the dosa you'll be surprised at how full you feel. Chennai Dosa has replaced Dosa Hut as my favorite dosa restaurant. read more

Chennai Dosas make extremely solid dosas and are a staple for the local community. I think there are better options in the area but this is a good choice if you were considering it. read more

Both the lentil flour donut and spinach masala dosa were delicious. Reasonable prices. Would definitely try some of the other dosas next time. read more

Chennai Dosas - 45. Spinach Masala Dosa - Indian Near Me - Hicksville, New York

Stopped in on a whim for a casual lunch. No frills place with plenty of seating and efficient service. We each had a masala dosa and a masala chai. Both delicious, well portioned, and well priced. Definitely a solid option for Indian food when in the area especially if you're looking for vegetarian. read more

Really good food here. They could definitely have made good use of another server on the floor, but we were patient and everything was OK. The Chickpeas and Spinach was so soft and succulent... and the Paneer with Masala was excellent as well. We would return. read more

I have been coming to this place for a few years. The quality of food is always consistent. However, sometimes the service is lacking. I think they have increased their prices on the menu. The dosas are always fresh and crispy. read more

Solid spot for vegetarian dosas. We didn't see any meat on the menu. Service was fast notwithstanding it was busy when we got there. Ambience was ok- music was nice. Favorite items were masala dosa and samosas. Great deal/pricing. read more

Delicious dosa, mango lassi and my favorite is the Gobi Manchurian. Fast service and never forget anything in my take out bag :)

The Food was great and the service, all in one and wonderful prepared for you the way you would like it. A most definitely try on your list! Enjoy to all. read more

Great selection of North Indian food--esp as a South Indian restaurant. Paratha was less puffy but still delicious--comes with curd. Great portions and left very full. read more

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I don't particularly like dosas. The dosas here are solid for what they are. I come here again and again for the vendaikai kuzhampu. It's a spicy okra stew curry that is absolutely one of the best dishes I've had in the New York metro area. I've never had or seen anything else like it. It goes great with the fresh and hot paratha bread. read more

This place has amazing dosas. Awesome spot for vegetarians and gluten free people. Everything here is made gluten free (for the most part I believe). Everything tastes very fresh and light. The staff are nice and food comes out fast. Very cheap as well, which is great. The restaurant itself has a very no frills feel and is very casual. read more

Ambiance (3/5): The establishment setup is bare bones and gives off cafeteria vibes. The simplistic setup did give the place a homey feel. Noise levels were low and plenty of lighting. Parking lot in the front. The restaurant was almost full by 7:30 on a weeknight. There's also additional seating on the other side of the main dining area. Service (4/5): We had a bit of difficulty getting their attention when ordering and getting additional napkins. The food came pretty quickly after ordering. Food: Assorted Appetizers (2/5): This included 2 each of the samosa, pakora, bajjia, vada, and spring roll. Expect a platter of mostly thick chickpea fried batter and a small piece of veggie or cheese inside. I really liked the samosa! I was a fan of the coconut chutney and sambar. The lentil soup was a bit bland for me. Malgudi Rava Masala (2/5): Out of the huge dosa, there was only stuffing in 1/5 of the dosa. Of that stuffing, there was probably only a cup worth of masala. The spices were enjoyable but it did not really help provide flavor to the dosa itself. Halwa a la Mode: (4/5): This was very unique! I loved the warmed and sweet almond paste. It complemented perfectly with the vanilla ice cream! read more

This wonderful restaurant has a variety of dosas, plus many other delicious veggie options. In fact, it's all veggie, so you don't have to worry if you want to avoid meat. Try the eggplant baigan bartha, and any of the rice dishes. The Mysore masala dosa is spicy without being too hot. The atmosphere is simple but cozy, and it's very clean. The buffet was lost to Covid, but it's still a good price for a great meal! read more

Chennai Dosas - 40. Mysore Masala Dosa - Indian Near Me - Hicksville, New York

This is good for stopping for something quick to eat. There are plenty of vegetarian and vegan choices and options to have something creative if you're not eating meat Services is OK Everything came very quickly. It can get a little crowded in there. Nothing too fancy in the ambiance or style of the place. read more

I've gotten take-out here many times and food is always excellent. It is vegetarian only, but it has a unique menu, friendly staff, large portions and the food is consistently good. read more

I really want to give awesome spots like this more stars, but I'm afraid I need to give a 3/5. And I suspect it was an off day for them. I had the South Indian Thali. The okra curry was unfortunately, rather bland. It didn't have pungent flavors, no tang or heat, and really fell flat. I found the sambar and rasam to be a bit unbalanced. The roti was stale. Across the board would've loved more spice, more acid, and more seasoning. Howver; I really liked the kootu lentil stew, it had splendid flavor. The poriyal was tasty and fragrant of curry leaf and mustard seed. I also found the service a bit slow and uninterested. I feel like it was an off day for them, and I'd happily go back and retry! read more

Come here to South Indian food and dosas :). Chat may not be S. Indian but we like the bhel puri and dahi vada. Some of our favorites are the masala dosa, the Rava dosa and pongal. My son loves the vada and sambar. I like their chutney. And of course the coffee! Try their meals. Karan takes good care of us. (Restrooms are very average.) read more

I have been coming to this restaurant with my family for years and the food (the dosas, the appetizers, the curries) have always been great. If you haven't eaten here, I highly recommend it. read more

We went back again for a quick lunch, flooring was clean, probably a new chef, dosas were good, The rava idli was a total disaster, loaded with coconut, and did not have the look of rava idlis, they were like balls literally, honestly we were confused, but as it was a busy afternoon at the restaurant, my husband said just leave it.dont eat it. Please check on what's going on with your rava idlis ?? read more

The food is delicious and staff are polite and attentive. I went there twice this week. Gobi Manchurian (appetizer, somewhat reminiscent of a good quality Asian sweet and sour chicken, though this is made of crispy cauliflower), Malai Kofta, Matar Paneer, Chana Saag, Palak Paneer - all incredibly delicious. You can choose spicy or mild with many if not most dishes. Atmosphere is pleasant. Certified kosher by r'Asher Schechter and listed by Young Israel of Plainview. Prices are very reasonable. The fact that people of Indian background eat there suggests that it is good and authentic, and indeed I love this place. read more

I came Tonight because the Other Indian Restaurant I Ordered Dinner at did Not Have Onion Pakora! So I Came here and Ordered it' along with Tomato Rice! ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE AND DELICIOUS!! WILL BE BACK! read more

I'm not a fan of Indian food but was meeting friends. The food was great. Not overly spicy which is always my fear in an Indian restaurant. The service was a bit slow but the waiters were friendly will definitely go back to this place. read more

Best Dosas on Long Island. Flavors are incredible. Everything is always fresh and delicious. Also can't beat the price for the quality. The spicy dosas definitely have a nice kick to them which I absolutely love! Once Covid is over definitely doing the buffet again. read more

Their dosas are great. Some of the other dishes, not so much. Also not the friendliest people when you visit them in person. I save my purchase from them through an app. If I am really looking for Indian food, that is not too expensive, I may purchase from them. read more

Dosas are always good but they are inconsistent, with Idlis, and Vadas, which are hard, not fluffy. Also the guy at Cashier with glasses demands Cash tip. Ambiance is basic. read more