I'm not big on Indian food, but this place was pretty delicious. A friend and I ordered the breakfast Frankie and Texan Thali for brunch. Both dishes were pretty big portions and were very filling. I added avocado to my breakfast frankie and couldn't finish the whole thing, but it was definitely satisfying. They have outdoor seating which is nice due to COVID and all. I docked off a couple stars because customer service could've been a lot better. We were never offered or served water until I asked for it when I was ordering dessert and no one ever came around to check on us after we were served our food except for the bus boy who took our plates away when we were finished. Bad customer service is always a turn off in my book... read more

My youngest daughter's favorite restaurant for modern Indian foods. She treated Dad to dinner after I went around town helping her with errands. The interior was beautiful with a nice outside area for dining. She ordered lamb burger with Desi fries. The lamb pattie was hugh and the fries were so addictive. I went with the Texan Thali which had chicken and lamb as main protein. The seasoning was on point on everything. The garlic naan was so good. For desert, we shared a slice of pumpkin Chai pie. Everything were delicious and different enough from the usual Indian foods. Service was attentive without being intrusive. Staff was 50-50 masked. Pricing was definitely higher than your typical Mom and Pop Indian shacks(we love those shacks), but the exceptional/inventive foods, service, and location justified the prices. We will return with wife and oldest daughter. read more

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I came here for an early dinner with a friend. Right on time for their happy hour. Parking is plentiful in the parking garage next door to this restaurant. Just look for the self parking sign. Also, park starting on the second floor of the garage, since the first floor parking was reserved for another business or valet parking. There was ample seating, since we were so early. So, we started off with their mango lassi and beer. My friend enjoyed the beers, but I thought my mango lassi was just ok. It was small too. It was our first time here, so we wanted to try a little bit of everything and ordered their thalis. We settled on the ocean and rancher thalis. The thalis were not on the happy hour menu and were quite expensive for the portions they gave us. However, I still ordered the samosas off of their happy hour menu. The samosas were alright. I've definitely had better in terms of flavor and texture. The corn samosa had almost too much spice, and it lacked balance to it compared to other samosas I've tried in the past. The thalis were pretty disappointing as well. The only item I enjoyed was their small itty bitty lamb chop from the rancher thali. I enjoyed nothing from the ocean thali. The textures and flavors were bland and lacked punch to them. I hate to say this, but I would much rather have gone to an authentic Indian restaurant to get traditional Indian food than the fusion food here. But, I have to give props to our waiter (I forgot his name), who was was very knowledgeable and had great customer service. He checked up on us enough to make sure we were doing ok. Oh, of course, he made the wonderful recommendation to try the lemon square from their bakery upstairs, and convinced us to have it with their drip coffee. Best drip coffee ever here. I was told by our waiter it was Guatemalan coffee that they also serve at Catalina Coffee. Mind blown. I will have to stop by Catalina Coffee to sip on some Guatemalan coffee and take a bag of it with me home. read more

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Near perfect experience. Love the ambience and the feel of the place. They really have done an exceptional job of elevating South Indian cuisine for a wide audience. Traditional flavors are all there but everything is quite unique and innovative. Other than the bake lab, things are definitely tilted toward the health side, a little bit too much in the case of the carrot paratha which tastes like a stiff board. The dosa is definitely a healthy version of the dish but still very good. Coconut pancakes taste like mithai especially with the jaggery syrup. Lamb is halal, and the alcohol free drink menu is pretty spectacular. Definitely coming back. read more

WHY I WENT I visited Pondicheri a few weeks ago and had an amazing meal (closer to 4 stars), so my wife and I decided to bring my brother when he visited. We spent the day checking out museums and went to Pondicheri for an early dinner. WHAT I GOT - 2 stars I ordered the OXTAIL NIHARI which is the dish I got the first time I visited Pondicheri. The first time I ate here, the Ox Tail dish had big, juicy chunks in a savory, thick gravy. This time it tasted like my brother and I (he ordered the same dish) got whatever was in the bottom of the pot. The gravy was rich but overly-greasy, and the meat was completely disintegrated - i.e. no chunks. The taste was okay, but my brother ended up getting sick later on and I think it was due to the greasy meat. The rest of the dish - the side of veggies and flatbread - was perfect. But since the Ox Tail is supposed to be the star of the show, I had to give the meal 2 stars. I also tried the BREAD PUDDING and the LUSH LASSI. Both were delicious; the bread pudding was served in a small amount of thick, rich cream and tasted like sweet stuffing. The Lush Lassi has a nice texture and a natural, rich mango flavor. I couldn't taste the alcohol and the drink is not particularly strong, but if you like mango, it is worth trying out. It tastes like a mango milkshake. HOW I WAS TREATED - 4 stars The waitress was a polite guy named John; he took his time to give recommendations, checked on the table often and we had a nice little convo as dinner wrapped up. The hostess was warm as well, and I've been seated immediately each time I've visited. IMHO - I don't know if I'll come back anytime soon, but I still think this place is worth visiting. The dishes are creative and there are some delicious sounding vegetarian options read more

Dear foodie readers, here is another one for you....if you love Indian food, this one comes with a twist. Houston has a slew of upscale Indian restaurants, and very casual places as well, but the mid range is a rare bread. This one fits that mold. It is in the hip river oaks district, and has a great vibe as soon as you walk in. They have a big outdoor patio as well, for the days we have great weather. We sat inside this time, which was perfect. Our server even remembered us from another visit, which always adds a nice touch. The food is really good, but don't except the traditional saag or lentils, as mentioned it has a bit of fusion in there, but it does not take away form the mouth watering flavors. Reservations are recommended, it does get busy on the weekends. Foodies, let me know what you think. read more

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Loved the ambiance and service. But as someone trying to move to a Plant-based whole foods diet, eating out has been a challenge. The menu has several vegan options, so I chose the stuffed portobello. It was very spicey and tasty, but also floating in oil and heavy on the salt. Enjoy this while you're still young. read more

This place is absolutely amazing. I've had Indian food before, but the service offered here combined with the aesthetics of the restaurant and the food itself blows every other Indian restaurant out of the water. We came in a very large group of 22 people, which can be overwhelming to any restaurant. However, the waiters served us with unwavering patience, and we received the food in a timely manner. I ordered the coconut pancakes, egg dosa, and a breakfast frankie. All of it was mouthwatering, especially the egg dosa. Of course, I have to mention that the orange juice they served us was fresh squeezed and delicious. When we requested avocados with our breakfast frankie, I think they made a small hiccup. However, we told them about the problem, and they solved it quickly. The coconut pancake was especially unique because of the special sauce and yogurt they used. The breakfast frankie was flavorful and perfectly spiced. Overall, the experience was exceptional, and I will be coming back. read more

Pondicheri - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

I have been going to Pondicherri since they opened. Lately, In my opinion, their portions seem to be getting MUCH smaller, the food quality has dropped to just ok and I generally find the food a bit salty for my palate. The service is generally good and the ambiance is a bit dated. Again, in my opinion, the restaurant and cafe both need an overall refresh. read more

Before even stepping inside the restaurant and just being around the area, this restaurant builds up a strata which is predominantly higher than its usual peers. It is located in a classy upscale area with high rises around it. The outdoor seating area is very appealing and with its large glass pane windows, one gets a good glimpse of the inside. I went on a weekday for dinner and the restaurant seemed busy for the time of that evening. I along with my colleagues were promptly offered a table. The restaurant seemed well staffed and one could say that their operation was running quite smoothly and efficiently. The menu had limited options compared to other Indian restaurants but I was looking forward to try out. They had a balanced melange of both traditional and fusion/ speciality dishes. I decided to go for one of their 'Earth' thali which had a combination of appetizer, bread and couple of main course items. The portion size was very small and items overall lacked the authenticity. There is a lot of room available to work on offering authentic taste. Its a nice place for special occasions and date night. read more

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Pretty average food plus they messed up order. I ordered thali with veg option and they gave me chicken

Ate it all before taking picture but the service was quick and easy. Came on a busy day but still very much so enjoyed the food with a friend. Thank you read more

Pondicheri - Dwaffle & Eggs - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

Five stars for menu creativity and ambience, 3 stars for actual food/execution. I love the western/fusion spin on some Indian classics and the creative menu items. We came in for lunch on a Sunday and it wasn't super busy, and service was quick. I love the interior decor, including the beautiful, large doors. We decided to try a few smaller plates to get a taste of the menu, so we went with the Mango Pani Puri, Chili Paneer Lettuce Wraps, and Carrot Paratha. Each item felt like it was missing something--the pani puri liquid was too mango juice-like/sweet and needed something more herby to balance it out. The Chili Paneer wraps were also great, but it needed a yogurt sauce or something to cool it down/balance it out. And lastly the carrot paratha clearly had carrot in it, but if I couldn't visually see the carrot, I would have no idea it was in there. It would have been nice for it to come with a pickle/dipping sauce as well. That being said, we loved ALL of the baked treats we got upstairs, so I would definitely recommend skipping dinner downstairs and heading upstairs for some delicious and unique brunch treats! read more

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Ordered dinner for pick-up at Pondicheri yesterday for a night in. Food was ready, well packaged, and warm when we picked up. Overall, I would commend Pondicheri's bakeshop, but would not recommend you come to Pondicheri's restaurant expecting good Indian food. It was just okay.... We had the: Pickle naan pizza with pickled fennel - beware it is very salty & oily (you will probably only be able to stomach one piece) but the flavors are fine Veg and Non-Veg Samosa - kind of pricy, $5 each & pretty salty as well! Butter Chicken - Just okay, not anything special Spring Vegetable Curry - Probably my favorite restaurant item out of the bunch Carrot Quinoa Muffin - Not my favorite, but my boyfriend loved it Rose Ladoo - My first time having Ladoo, worth a try Madeleine - Coconut and Almond make for a great flavor profile read more

Pondicheri - Carrot quinoa muffin and Almond-Coconut Madeleine - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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We recently held a luncheon at Pondicheri and Ajna, Armando and team were all top notch! Ajna was efficient in correspondence and our in-person meeting to choose the menu. Thank you for respecting our time! The space in the main restaurant was cozy and the experience festive. Our bridal party is still commenting on how phenomenal everything was from the creative drinks to the scrumptious food and cake. Thank you all so much for an exceptional wedding luncheon! We will be back read more

If your not Indian then they seem like they dont wanna serve other people. Weird experience. Food was ok....

I absolutely L O V E Pondicheri, it's one of my favorite Indian cuisines in Houston. The staff are pretty friendly and welcoming, the food is AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS I'm not really sure what's my favorite because I always enjoy everything I order ‍. I usually order a Mimosa, a Samosa, and a Thali. The Texan thali is great for first timers read more

Pondicheri - Absolutely one of my Favs ! - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

I love this place! Such a neat Indian fusion. Anytime I'm in Houston or NYC, it will be on the list. Morning Thali is my fav. And the masala breakfast burrito is crazy good. Their tika masala is also incredible. Loved their hot chai. And they have fresh squeezed orange juice!!! They also have a huge bakery in Houston which offers many delicious baked goods. read more

I am by no means an expert on Indian food. But I can tell you that this was a pleasant dining experience. It's a beautiful atmosphere, and would be nice for a date night. It also worked for ladies night! Our waiter was very helpful and attentive, and helped me make a good choice with the menu. We started with the garlic naan, which you can never go wrong with. But this was very fresh, warm, and garlicky. I could have eaten 7 pieces and just called it a night. Luckily, I had to follow social norms, so we just split this as an appetizer and then got entrees. I had the Tandoori Salmon Salad. I didn't know what half of the ingredients were, so I hoped for the best, and the waiter said it was a safe bet for a spicy meal (but not too spicy). It was delicious. The salmon was spicy, but manageable, and it wasn't just pure spice. There was a lot of good multi-dimensional flavor. The moong are beans, and it also came with sliced avocado. Lots of healthy fats between that and the salmon. The dressing was great, too. I wasn't super hungry, but I think this was the exact right amount of food for me. (I was able to go home and eat a few scoops of ice cream though, haha.) The price point is a little more than a hole-in-the-wall Indian restaurant, which makes sense given the location. And it took a pretty long time for our food to come out, like other reviews mentioned. But it was fine for us because we were there to chat and have a nice leisurely dinner. Maybe don't try to go here if you're trying to catch a quick movie, but if you have patience, it's worth it! read more

Pondicheri - Tandoori Salmon Salad - delicious and there's a nice kick to the salmon! - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Overall the food was edible but not the best Indian food I've had. It seemed like Americanized versions of Indian food with less flavor/spices. Additionally it was very expensive for the smaller portions and subpar food. I was disappointed because I chose this place after reading reviews. Since the food was still okay to eat just not very good/what I would consider Indian food, I'm giving it 2 stars. read more

I loved not knowing what to expect from the strange sounding combos on their menu. I went with Uppma, #1 on "the famous five", and added avo ($2) per the server's recommendation, and it did not disappoint. It was warm and hearty and fresh. The server also added a side of strawberry jam which added just the right amount of sweetness to the combo! Friend loved her butter chicken as well. Can't wait to return to try out the rest of the menu! read more

Pondicheri - Uppma and butter chicken - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

Cool place, great service, interesting items, ok drinks, and really disappointing Indian food. I'm down for some hybrid foods, people's takes on classics, changing up the classics, and trying new things. This place leaves me disappointed and always wanting more. We live in Houston surrounded by amazing Indian cuisine, this place just can't compete. Originally came here several years ago when they had won top ten burgers in Houston for the lamb chutney burger. Brought back again for a breakfast thali. Finally, despite my better judgement, came to try the dinner. Nothing ever hits the spot. You could make frozen Indian food and toss in some pomegranate like they have and it would be better. Butter chicken was flavorless. Ox tail nihari was great, but wasn't better than any other nihari I've ever had. Naan is just normal naan. Rice comes in silly small portions. The thali was bland. If it wasn't for the sauce that comes on the side I honestly would have found the vegetarian dish sad. This is someone that loves a great thali. I can say this. If you're really hesitant to try Indian food and want an entry level place that won't make anything spicy come here. If you're into just surroundings and cool pictures for the tram...cool you found it. If you want good Indian food with either unique flavor or traditional greatness look elsewhere. read more

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Love the food here. Unique indian-fusion dishes. Their samosas, chutneys, sweet potato fries and coconut pancakes were among my favorites. Their thali and chai-pie dessert also a big hit among my friends. The place is clean and the staff is friendly. read more

This is my favorite indian place in Houston. It's definitely on the pricier side. The decor is cute, although I do have a hard time opening the door on windy days, the foot makes up for it. I always get the Thali plate, I like sampling a variety of things in one sitting, and this does it. Their curry never disappoints (butter chicken and lamb keema are my fave), and the eggplant side is just divine. Their juices are not my cup of tea, but their chai is!! It's the right amount of spice without being too overpowering, and they have a floor to ceiling windows for you to people watch over the chai. During the day it's self-serve, dinner is table service, just so you know. And they have a separate bake lab just right upstairs for all the delicious fusion cakes/cookies. 10/10 always coming back ps: bathroom is quite clean pps: there's a self-parking garage with plenty of spots read more

Pondicheri - Masala chai - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Great customer service, beautiful ambiance, but unfortunately the food was not the best. The naans came out cold and the food felt reheated. Maybe that was my unlucky day. Who knows if I get lucky on my next visit :) read more

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Let me start by saying, I love Indian food! And by love I mean that I literally could eat an entire pot of Dahl makhni by myself and have no regrets! Pondicheri was recommended to me by one of my foodie friends. We decided to have a late dinner here with a few of our coworkers. The first thing I noticed was the super trendy location. Upper Kirby is needless to say beautiful. The plaza it is located in is riddled with upscale shops, restaurants, and spas. I was in love with the architecture and decor before I even tasted one morsel of food. I ordered the butter chicken, cumin rice, and coconut pistachio naan with a cilantro chutney. The food took over an hour to reach our table. 4 out of 5 of us sat for about half an hour waiting on our last guest, and by the time she got there our waiter seemed super rushed and annoyed that we had taken so long. When the food finally did arrive, we weren't offered any more water or asked if we needed anything else. I flagged down the waiter at one point and asked for a piece of garlic naan. I was told "sure" but it never arrived. The food is good. I have no complaints. Of course it isn't "traditional" Indian cuisine, but it is flavorful and well presented. I felt the cumin rice lacked some seasoning but I did enjoy the complexity of the cumin seeds they used to season and color the dish. My favorite part of the restaurant is the upstairs bake shop and cafe. I enjoyed the chocolate chili cookie and a regular chocolate chip cookie with madras coffee. The desserts were the perfect amount of sweetness and the coffee was awesome. I would most definitely come back just for these two things. Your first refill of coffee is complimentary which I found very unique and much appreciated. They also sell natural body and hair oils as well as chutneys and other loose spices and clothing. All in all this place is beautiful. The food is decent. The pricing, in my opinion is a little high for the quantity of food you receive, but I will say that if you come for nothing but the pastries and coffee, you won't be disappointed. read more

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Visited this place on a Sunday around 10am. Nice that you can easily find parking during this time in the parking garage next to the restaurant (inside the mall). The place is a counter service so you place your order and take your number to an open table. Also you pick up all the utensils and tissues if needed. You can refill your coffee by heading to the counter again. I went with the masala egg which was really good and reminded me of the egg I used to eat back home. Filled with oil hence very tasty. Next I finished off with the Nutella French toast, it was good but hoped it would be better. I believe if they improve the brioche texture so it's not relatively soggy it would have a better taste. Overall a good place to try out an Indian breakfast. Here are my ratings: Masala egg: 8/10 Nutella French Toast: 8/10 read more

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Came here for lunch with a friend. The atmosphere is nice and the staff is friendly. The food is decent, not the best but I wouldn't mind coming here again to try other things. I had the butter chicken which was okay. I've had better. The garlic naan would've been better if it wasn't so burnt at the bottom. The entire bottom of the naan was charcoal black. The upstairs of the restaurant is a bakery and majority of their baked good are great. read more

Pondicheri - Butter chicken - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Great place for lunch. Fresh, inspiring flavors and delicious. Park in parking lot for ease and grab a table. You will be glad you did. read more

Pondicheri - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I would rank the French toast as a 2 star item it was dry and almost inedible I choked it down with my watered down four dollar chai. Probably my own fault for ordering the dish as you probably should order a American dish at an Indian restaurant. What brings things up is the lovely coffee latte and the delicious upamma and eggs which is how I came to the average score of 3 stars but they are elevated in their cooking techniques which I give them a 4 star read more

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This is casual upscale indian, done right. It's nice, but not pretentious. It's self-service, you order at the front, get your own water and utensils, but they bring out your food. They have daily made items on the front counter. I don't remember the dish we got but it was very colorful, round and delicious. As far as the items from the menu we had the Masala eggs add beef and the Saag paneer spinach. Both dishes were excellent. The best dish however was the roti bread. OH GOODNESS. It made the masala even more spectacular. The decor was simple yet interesting. The ceilings are very high, and it looks like they have a curtain they can use to separate small groups. It's one of my favorite spots in the new west ave area. read more

It is with deep regret that I rate this place two stars. I love Indian inspired cuisine with deep fanaticism, but Pondicheri fell short of my expectations. I arrived for dinner with three dear friends and the supposed reasonable wait ended up being an hour or so. Understandable considering the small space, but the meager wine and beer selection did little to appease us. Although there is a fair amount of vegetarian fare, not a great deal of it is vegan. However, I did try the Barley Salad - pretty substantial and palatable, I rather enjoyed the chewy barley bits and fresh greens, and Desi Fries - very greasy and soggy and barely warm when they reached me. It wasn't an inexcusably bad meal in the least. However, the service was flipping gawdawful. Granted our server was tasked with several other tables, but he seemed a bit ditzy and forgetful. He barely checked on us and we had to remind him several times about our rather reasonable requests. I do distinctly recall being irritated after repeated instances of forgetfulness, boo. Also, Pondicheri displayed poor form when they denied a couple of restaurant goers fifteen minutes before close. I can understand the urge to get the eff out of your workplace as soon as possible, but come on, that's poor customer service. Maybe revise your hours so that closing is at 9:30? I'm not too keen on revisiting, but it may occur eventually. read more

Pondicheri - Desi fries - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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What a gorgeous and tasty meal. My boyfriend's mom insisted this be one of our Houston stops during our 48 hour visit and I wasn't fighting her after seeing seeing a picture of the food on Facebook a week prior. The colors of the rainbow come alive on the plates of Pondicheri. This isn't your typical Indian eatery - the minute I was greeted at the door with a glass case filled with Indian sweets (many in the form of unique savory shortbreads - I highly recommend the masala cookies) I knew it was on. We strolled through the cozy interior of the restaurant to find a perch on the outdoor patio along with 5 to 7 other tables. Something about eating this colorful food outside made complete sense - especially with a bottle of perfectly dry red wine. I am very familiar with dosas, but I have never had options like those found on the menu at Pondicheri. Filling options like smoked eggplant, potato masala mash, avocado, brussels sprouts, paneer, local cheese, masala eggs, chicken, shrimp and keema. Being as queso-crazy as I am, I opted for the local cheese dosa (yummo) with coconut for dipping. Note that this is a great restaurant for family-style eating - it's the best way to get a taste of everything on the menu. Our two-lady feast continued with the Yogi Thali which is a sampler platter (shown in many of the pictures) -- vegetable curry, sautéed greens, barley salad, quinoa khichri, sambhar, ghee and carrot roti. I also recall some sort of pickled apple side. Hard to forget! Next time I hope to visit this restaurant for my first Indian breakfast. I wonder if they serve the Chai pie for breakfast? Hmmm...decisions, decisions. read more

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Pondicheri is a cute Indian fusion restaurant located in the Gables West Ave apartment complex. My husband and I used to live at this apartment complex so we would frequent this restaurant mostly for weekend brunches. Hence, this review will primarily focus on their breakfast menu. Parking: There is a free parking garage attached to the Gables West Ave complex with ample parking spots to choose from. There is also metered parking in front of the restaurant but is totally unnecessary since there is free garage parking available. There is no mandatory or complimentary valet parking like most other restaurants in Houston. But if you do wish for valet service, it is available at Tootsies which is directly across the street from Pondicheri. Service: When you enter the restaurant there is a cashier's area directly to the right that you order your breakfast items from. Once you order they give you a number and you can grab a table while waiting for your food to come out. If you come before 10am on the weekends, there will be lots of available tables to choose from. Prime time is usually on the weekends between 11am-1pm and there is usually a long order line if you come at those times. Food service is delivered fairly quickly. Each table has silverware, napkins, and hot sauce available. Also, there is a water station in the restaurant where you can fill and refill your waters for yourself. Ambiance: For breakfast/brunch, there is a cute cafe kind of feel to the restaurant. It has a ton of windows which makes the restaurant bright and airy. The restaurant has a couple booths in the front that are good for groups to sit at. Outside, there are a bunch of tables you can sit at to the front and side of the restaurant. The outdoor seating area is dog friendly and we frequently bring our dogs with us on nice morning days before it gets too hot for them to be outside. It can be a bit hectic coming in during prime time weekend brunch hours, there's not much standing room in the restaurant so people are often hovering over your table waiting for you to eat and leave. Overall, the ambiance at Pondiceri is casual and I definitely recommend coming early for breakfast to make it a more comfortable experience. Food: My favorite go to item on the breakfast menu is the Masala Eggs Plate which consists of 3 eggs scrambled together with corn, bell pepper, spinach, and Indian spices. The eggs are placed on top of a paratha- which is an Indian flatbread. All of those ingredients together topped with their spicy sauce from the table makes for a tasty and satisfying meal!! This meal is also served with either amchur potatoes or saffron yogurt on the side- I recommend the potatoes with the eggs! When first presented it doesn't look like a big meal but trust me, you will be full after finishing it. If I know I won't be able to finish the Masala Eggs plate I usually get the Breakfast Frankie which is literally a breakfast burrito (they use roti to wrap around the eggs) filled with masala eggs and cilantro chutney. The best part about this dish is it's only $5 and definitely filling!! If you want you can also add keema (minced beef) to it for only a dollar more! I usually get this with a side of amchur potatoes which come out deliciously crisp and not too salty. Not recommended- Railway Omelet. This is a huuge omelet (good for sharing) filled with tons of veggies and spices- not sure exactly what is in it as there was too many ingredients to decipher, but it was definitely overwhelming. Too many different flavors, some that did not mix will together. Overall, this is a great breakfast spot! They're open early- 7am on the weekdays & 8am on the weekends, and they serve breakfast until 3pm- bonus for late sleepers like me! Great casual ambiance, prompt service, friendly staff, and delicious breakfast menu!! Definitely a must try if you're ever in the area and want something quick, filling, and tasty! read more

Pondicheri - Masala Eggs Plate- delicious & filling! - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

Run to this place! We did counter service and .... Customer service = 5 Freddie help us have a 5 star experience and we are extremely discerning!!! He asked us our dietary needs and what we liked and then recommended the perfect foods!! Food quality = 5 Freshest fruit and veggies that took care to choose. Food taste = 5 Out of this world good!! Food and compliments are a gourmet explosion in your mouth. Desserts & drinks = 5 Best GF & V selection we have ever seen!!! Chocolate Olive Oil Cake deliciously decadent!! Tea selections are delicious. Ambiance = 5 Transports you to a different place when you are inside and outside you are in the cutest 'coastal' outdoor shopping center. read more

Pondicheri - GF & V waffle and incredible fried Cauliflower chili dish! - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

We went to Pondicheri for lunch,Ambience is good & the location is good . I ordered Carnivore Thali-20$ & they just gave me two naans with few bowls of curries but only half the bowls not even full bowls . I did not even get any rice with the Thali. Overall its not good quality & quantity & price wise , Its more for american people than for Indian people . read more

Pondicheri - Carnivore Thali-Expensive & less quantity & quality - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

My friend and I went here for dinner and ordered two dishes to share! (Seen in attached photos) Both were very tasty! We also tried some dessert too! The cake was good ! But I'm pretty sure when I was trying to find the restroom I saw them pulling the precut slice wrapped in cellophane out of the fridge so i don't know exactly how fresh our cake slice was. Overall would come here again! read more

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If you like Indian food, this is a place for you to try at least once. It's a casual restaurant, mostly self-service. I tried stuffed mushroom which was excellent. My friend tried earth thalis which was OK, but Okras were too salty. The nan bread was good. I also tried the Pondicheri latté with oat milk. Maybe it's because I tend to like sweeter flavors, I wished I had ordered a mocha instead. The chocolate almond cake was just right. I would order the cake next time. read more

Pondicheri - Stuffed mushroom - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Outstanding!! The Thali selections are a wonderful way to try a few different items. Be sure to ask how spicy the dishes are. Love this place! Everything is fresh, prepared to perfection and you can't compare the flavors to anything else in Houston. Must try! read more

Pondicheri - Herbivore Thali - Indian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Great Indian food - love the Thalis. Minus one star for unclean-looking utensils and metal water cups plus couple flies buzzing our food inside the restaurant. read more

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