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Est. November 2024. Indian vegetarian restaurant famous for South Indian cuisine (also offers North Indian and Indo Chinese). Vegan options may include chole bature, rasa vada, Gobi manchuri, mushroom tikka and possibly others. Open Mon-Tue 12:00pm-11:00pm, Wed-Thu 11:30am-11:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-12:00am, Sat 11:00am-12:00am, Sun 11:00am-11:00pm.


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Featured Review

Veganfoodie_liv

Points +1358

Vegan
16 Dec 2024

Tastes just like their NY location! Yum!!

I had aloo paratha with achar, and sambar vada with coconut chutney. Everyone was very sweet and the paratha was made fresh. The table next to me had a HUGE dosa! I’ll definitely get that next time! They gave me raita with my paratha but I kindly explained to them and they offered me achar (pickle) instead. And it was delicious!!

As a New Yorker Im very pleased with the price so far. I haven’t had any entrees so I cant comment on that portion yet but I was very satisfied with what I had today.

Confirmed Vegan vanaspati ghee used in vegan dishes.

Vegan dessert Sooji kesari made of semolina and sugar and vegan ghee

Updated from previous review on 2024-11-28

Pros: AUTHENTIC!! , V on menu means Vegan, Vegan vanaspati ghee used

Cons: Yogurt comes with it, ask for achar instead! , No vegan chai


14 Reviews

First Review by Aishu

SteveH

Points +19978

Vegan
05 Oct 2025

Good Indian option

Seoul is not the best place for Indian food... but this is ok. Great for Seoul, average in other places, but reliable. Would gladly go back if someone insisted on Indian food.

njhingoop

Points +13

Vegetarian
10 Sep 2025

Yummy Indian food

South Indian restaurant with good North Indian and Indo Chinese options too. Nice atmosphere and attentive staff.

Pros: Staff, Food Options, Location

Hermeline73

Points +47

Vegan
15 Aug 2025

Excellent restaurant

Tous les plats vegan goûtés étaient délicieux. Le service très bien. Un vrai bon repas vegan à réaliser (options végétariennes mais beaucoup de vegan).

Pros: Les plats , Le choix , Le service

Cons: Un petit peu cher.

Janejin

Points +467

Vegan
07 Jul 2025

Delicious vegan Indian food

We had vegan Aloo Palak, basmati rice, masala dosa. Everything was tasty, especially the dosa was extremely crispy and the side dishes nuanced and flavorful.

Updated from previous review on 2025-07-04

Pros: Presentation , Taste , Wide selection of vegan dishes

PKorpal

Points +65

Vegan
06 Jun 2025

Excellent

We had the best dosa ever. Service was amazing. Will definitely be going back.

Pros: Food, Service, Ambience

Cons: A little too far from our hotel

klmis

Points +13

Vegetarian
26 May 2025

Amazing!!!

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If you’re looking for an outstanding vegan Indian restaurant, this place is an absolute gem! The flavors are incredible – rich, authentic, and deeply satisfying. Every dish we tried was bursting with spice and perfectly balanced. The menu offers a huge variety of options, which makes it a dream for anyone who loves Indian cuisine or wants to explore plant-based dishes.

The service was excellent – friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. Everything we were served was fresh and beautifully presented, and you could tell that cleanliness and quality are top priorities here.

A special shout-out to the dal (lentil) dish, which was truly exceptional – comforting, flavorful, and unique in its depth of taste. Also, the breads and dough-based items were absolute perfection – soft, warm, and expertly made.

Highly recommended for anyone seeking delicious vegan food with top-tier service and a fantastic atmosphere. We’ll definitely be back!

frazum

Points +1308

Vegan
29 Apr 2025

So.... Many choices

It's been a while since the last time I had South Indian food. Aside from Chakraa, I think this is the other one in Seoul area. There are many to choose from. Gluten free and vegan are clearly marked on the menu next to the dish's name.

HelenHaeryounGi

Points +4721

Vegan
11 Mar 2025

Various Authentic Indian food with vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free!

South Indian foods are rare to eat in Korea. Affordable price, nice outdoor seats. Dosa is amazing. Just be careful they has ghee butter & marinated in yogurt menu which is not actually vegan but marked as vegan. I asked owner to change it as soon as possible😄

Mallitkim

Points +17

Vegetarian
06 Jan 2025

Authentic Indian food

Very delicious, with many vegetarian and vegan options. Authentic Indian taste, and they have dosa!! Kind and helpfull staff. It was crowded, so I was happy I made a reservation for a group of 6 for lunch during the weekend.

Veganfoodie_liv

Points +1358

Vegan
16 Dec 2024

Tastes just like their NY location! Yum!!

I had aloo paratha with achar, and sambar vada with coconut chutney. Everyone was very sweet and the paratha was made fresh. The table next to me had a HUGE dosa! I’ll definitely get that next time! They gave me raita with my paratha but I kindly explained to them and they offered me achar (pickle) instead. And it was delicious!!

As a New Yorker Im very pleased with the price so far. I haven’t had any entrees so I cant comment on that portion yet but I was very satisfied with what I had today.

Confirmed Vegan vanaspati ghee used in vegan dishes.

Vegan dessert Sooji kesari made of semolina and sugar and vegan ghee

Updated from previous review on 2024-11-28

Pros: AUTHENTIC!! , V on menu means Vegan, Vegan vanaspati ghee used

Cons: Yogurt comes with it, ask for achar instead! , No vegan chai

PowerVeggie

Points +1066

Vegetarian
03 Dec 2024

Pure vegetarian Indian food

It’s good to see an Indian restaurant in Seoul with so many varieties. The food is freshly cooked in-front of you (they have a see through kitchen). A lot of their items were out of stock which is weird since they recently opened up. I hope to try them someday. Overall the staff were really kind and helpful and the food is delicious.

Updated from previous review on 2024-12-03

BhaveshChandan

Points +17

Vegetarian
29 Nov 2024

1st Indian 100% Vegetarian Restaurant in Seoul

Ambiance, location (near Itaewon Station Exit 2), and food all 3 was best, so it ticks all the boxes for me.

They have South Indian as well North Indian food.

They even prepare Jain Food.

Updated from previous review on 2024-11-29

Pros: Everything

Cons: Nothing

shreyasGS

Points +13

Vegetarian
28 Nov 2024

Expensive and small portion

Taste is good with only indian restaurant in korea to offer such wide variety of food.

Updated from previous review on 2024-11-28

Pros: South indian food availability , Lesser known indian food available

Cons: Portion size, Expensive

Aishu

Points +144

Vegetarian
19 Nov 2024

The first indian vegetarian restaurant in Korea

Various options.
Since they recently opened, the service wasn't great. The waiters were doing their best. But would appreciate of they maintain the same taste for the same dish that's ordered more than once.

Updated from previous review on 2024-11-19

Pros: Saravana Meals, Filter coffee, Place is neat

Cons: Taste can be better, Expensive




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