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    J.J Dosai

    4.1 (14 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Nancy H.

    I admit upfront that I know little about Indian cuisine. Who'm I kidding; I know less than nothing about it - and even less than THAT about Sri Lankin food. But my kid and I are binge watching last season's MasterChef Australia, and the contestants cook A LOT of these cuisines' dishes, and we really wanted to try out some of these dishes. Searching Yelp, we found this restaurant that offered these foods, and the reviews were stellar. The reviews were spot on. This place is amazing! The place is totally unassuming from the outside (to say the least), and perhaps less so on the inside. My kid and I had made a reservation prior to visiting but we needn't have; there was only one other couple here, and they left soon after we arrived, as they had finished their meal. The interior had very casual diner-esque tables and chairs, with paper posters and flyers taped to the walls. Despite the lack of decor, the place was super clean and, hey, we like diners, so we didn't mind the bare bones aesthetic. Our waiter was incredibly nice, and we asked his advice on what to order, as the menu us unbelievably large, with so so many dishes to choose from. We ordered three dishes: the butter chicken dosai, the lamb kothu roti, and the chicken kurma. The butter chicken dose is the house specialty and our waiter strongly recommended it. Wow, it was beyond delicious. My kid loved the chicken kurma but I found it way too spicy (and we had asked for the mildest spiciness level, too. I am a total woos). The pappadoms that came with this dish were crazy good, like the best cracker-breads I've ever had (they tasted as if they were puffed up or popped, but they were flat. Just delicious, with the best, lightest texture). The kothu roti was also delicious. All portions were huge and we brought so much home (we love leftovers! And we have enough for at least 2 more meals for each of us). We have already decided what we are going to try when we next visit (the prawn curry). Great place. And lots of free parking on the cross streets. Nice!

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    Ria G.

    Dosa is my go to food in restaurants as it's comforting filling healthy and very delicious. I tried Jj dosai on Fraser street seeing its ratings. I ordered masala dosa, onion rava masala dosa and eggplant dosa - all three of them were amazing. I never expected that eggplant dosa could also be delicious. I ordered it on spicy side - keep it medium as spicy can be too hot. But it was very yummy and tasty. The combination of eggplant sabzi inside a dosa batter is superb. The sambhar and the chutneys were delectable as well. The place has nice calm ambience with pictures of Indian monuments and cultures. It's clean and the music in background is soothing too. Staff is nice and service is okay. Staff is friendly but could be a little waiting time as everything is prepared fresh and at the moment. Would really recommend this place if you are up for south Asian dosa mood and try some starters too. Overall good experience.

    Arnaz L.

    This is a solid restaurant in Vancouver that does a good job capturing authentic Indian and Sri Lankan flavors. One of the items worth trying is their variety dosa, which offers three different types of dosas accompanied by sambar and chutney. While the dosas are good, I've had better elsewhere, so they didn't blow me away. Samosas were also good. The Indian coffee is authentically made and pairs well with the food. The standout dish for me is definitely their Chicken 65. As you can see from the photo, it looks just as it should, and it tastes even better. This dish alone would make me consider a return visit. Service is good, though not extraordinary, and the restaurant offers a comfortable dining environment as it's usually not too crowded. I'm looking forward to coming back to try some of the curries on their menu, which seem promising.

    Dine in weekend special

    Had their dine in weekend special. Great value. However their chutney is cold. Maybe because we came just as they open for business. The food was served fast.

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    Food was really good , we tried all South Indian items .Dosas and chutneys also really tasty

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    My go to place for dosas in Vancouver. Amazing coffee too.. hope they keep the qty and price

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    Delicious!! The hot is HOT!!! Delicious lamb curry (Chettindau). Very friendly. Great dosai.

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    Dosa Factory

    Dosa Factory

    3.8(186 reviews)
    1.1 kmKensington-Cedar Cottage
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    The service was fast, the food was good, nothing special though. I believe they need to update the…read moredecor, the place looks dated from inside, and there was a smell too. There is a ton of potato filling in each of the dosas which quickly made them soggy. Next time I come to Vancouver I'll look for an upscale South Indian place

    So, what do you do if you are craving for scrumptious chow anytime after midnight till the start of…read morethe witching hour at 3 AM when in or around Vancouver ? Forage in your fridge or pantry? BZZZZTT! Wrong! The right answer is to set out for a late night traffic-free drive and head straight to the aptly named Dosa Factory. Or, for the not-so-outgoing kind, order delivery via Uber Eats. Been there, done that! Foodie Factor: Each and every dish that we have had the pleasure of trying here has been delish, from the perfect Medhu Vada (the right level of crispy on the outside and tender on the inside), the oh-so-tasty Onion Rava Masala Dosa with Paruppu Podi (sprinkled generously with gun powder), the Gobhi Manchurian (so so good that it got me nostalgic!), the yummy goat biryani, the different flavorful curries, the spot-on green Coconut Chutney and Sambhar, to the refreshing Indian coffee. Top off the sumptuous meal with mukhwas or sugar-coated saunf (fennel seeds) when you visit the counter to pay the bill, and the entire end-to-end Desi meal experience is complete! Service with a Smile: What best complements the delicious food on offer here is the fantastic, friendly and prompt service, even at 1 AM! Hats off and kudos to Bhakti and co. for serving us hungry souls post-midnight, not just with yummy chow but also with their genuine smiles :) Ambiance & Vibe Check: Given the mostly Desi crowd at all hours from day to night, the babble of conversations, the quality cuisine being served, plus the ambiance and decor with larger-than-life frames containing snippets of India's culture and its monuments, it's perfectly reasonable to feel as is you've been transported to the country itself for the entirety of your visit! Talk about a holistic and immersive meal experience which is great for dates, group meetups, and even solo treats! Parking Pain or Perk: Parking along Kingsway during rush hours is no cakewalk, and the limited street parking makes it a tad bit challenging. Cue, one or more times of circling the block! If you do get lucky, rest assured that parallel parking to fit into a tight spot by the busy road will whet your appetite (though you might lose it in a jiffy if you make a dent on the street before getting to make one on the plate!) Bang for Your Bite (Value/ROI): Given the good portion sizes along with the quality of food and service, plus unlimited bottled water, you get a fair deal for the price you pay without feeling like you're splurging. Be mindful though that the EBTT syndrome (read, Eyes Bigger Than Tummy) will ensure that you end up ordering way more than you had planned to, so it's more likely than not that you will get an inflated bill with leftovers to take home. Clean-o-meter: The place is pretty neat, thanks to the attentive cleaning staff who are constantly on their toes, attending to plates and tables that warrant their attention. The restrooms were A-OK. All in all, my mother would approve, I think! Overall: Needless to say, I'll be back here soon, risking the EBTT and ensuing food coma, just to enjoy the food-induced high! Highly recommend! *BURP*

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    Famous Dosa Indian Grill & Thalapkatti Biryani House

    2.6(9 reviews)
    1.4 kmKensington-Cedar Cottage

    Famous Dosa, like other Dosa restaurants in the area, has a Monday special where you can order any…read moreDosa for $7.99. We decided to give this restaurant a try. On the table, we had: Chicken Vindaloo Dosa Gongura Cheese Masala Dosa Mini Cheese Dosa (from the Kids menu) Gongura was a new word for us, so we had to inquire about that one. The waitress explained that it was a type of salty spinach. My husband heard her clearly but somehow I missed the word "salty" when she was speaking and so when I started eating my food I was quite surprised with how salty the dish was. It was a bit too salty for my taste, so I wasn't too crazy about this dish. Not something I'd order again. My husband on the other hand tried my dish and loved it! He said he would order it for himself the next time he comes to the restaurant. Our daughter's Mini Cheese Dosa was quite impressive. It looked more like a regular size Dosa than a "Mini" Dosa! While I wasn't too crazy about the Gongura filling in my Dosa, the rest of the Dosa was still excellent. The Dosa itself was nicely done, and I would absolutely come back to this restaurant and try a different flavor next time. Service: Good Parking: Free parking on the side street Location: 1625 Kingsway, Vancouver

    I cannot say enough about the food taste, quality, and price!…read more My first experience was because of Yelp and delivery reviews. I ordered a very basic meal to see. Masala dosa, sambar, and parotta. Some of the best I've had! So I returned with a Friend a few nights ago to order a quick takeout (2X sambar, 2X parotta). We did have to wait 15 minutes which is great because you know you're getting fresh food. The sambar was quite a lot smaller than last time, as was the parotta. Still great quality. But disappointed my previous order made 2 meals when ordered through delivery app. When in person, portions were 1/2. Staff were very friendly and I believe the owner came up to us to chat. Nice! I still highly recommend! Apparently they have a weekend buffet as well, though the chafing stations I saw only held 12 various sized small to medium dishes. Would I order again? In a heartbeat! Would I question the portion sizes to the owner on my next visit? Absolutely!!! Why do I get 2X the portions when ordering through delivery app rather than in person? But still, I rank this the best sambar I've had in Vancouver (next to my own).

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    J.J Dosai - indpak - Updated September 2026

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