5 Best South Indian Restaurants in Lajpat Nagar, Delhi
Updated 29 September 2026 · 7 restaurants in Lajpat Nagar, Delhi considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five South Indian restaurants in Lajpat Nagar, Delhi, for anyone looking for dosa, idli, vada or filter coffee close to the Central Market and Amar Colony. The order comes from Google ratings weighted by the number of reviews, so a place with a strong score across many reviews ranks above one with a similar score from only a few. Each entry covers opening hours, the address and what reviewers mention, so you can pick a spot that suits your meal and your schedule.
#1
SAMBARPOT
★ 4.7 (6,619 Google reviews)South Indian restaurant
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SAMBARPOT sits on the ground floor of Block I in Lajpat Nagar II and opens daily from 9 am to 11 pm. Reviewers mention a crisp Masala Rava Dosa, sambar and chutneys that taste authentic, and a welcome cup of warm rasam. Starters such as Dal Vada and Idly Fries come up in reviews, along with a Chettinad Masala Dosa. Several reviewers point to the decor, with South Indian wall art that sets a warm mood for a sit-down meal.
Best for: Sit-down dosa meals with family
- Address
- Ground floor, I, 1A, Block I, Lajpat Nagar II, New Delhi, Delhi 110024
- Hours
- daily 9 am–11 pm
#2
Draavin Canteen
★ 4.6 (576 Google reviews)South Indian restaurant₹600–1,800 per person
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Draavin Canteen is at E-127 in Amar Colony and serves daily from 11 am to 11 pm, with dine-in, takeaway and delivery. Google lists vegan and vegetarian options, coffee, dessert and accepted reservations, and suggests booking for dinner. Reviewers praise soft idlis, a crisp plain masala dosa and good chutneys, while the menu also carries dishes like Thalassery Chicken Biryani. Some reviewers note the room is compact and gets noisy when full, and opinions on authenticity are mixed.
Best for: Reserved dinners in a cosy room
- Address
- Ground Floor, Amar Colony E-127, 4, Block E, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110024
- Hours
- daily 11 am–11 pm
#3
South Indian Dhaba
★ 4.7 (30 Google reviews)South Indian restaurant
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South Indian Dhaba is in Block J of Lajpat Nagar II, near Aggarwal Sweets, and opens daily from 9 am to 10 pm. Reviewers describe it as a handy stop after shopping in the Central Market. They mention tasty food at a reasonable cost and owners who take a personal interest in the kitchen. One detail regulars point to is the use of biodegradable plates for serving, which some diners appreciate.
Best for: Quick bite after market shopping
- Address
- II-J-33,B, near Aggarwal sweets, Block J, Lajpat Nagar II, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110024
- Hours
- daily 9 am–10 pm
#4
Anna South Indian
★ 4.3 (772 Google reviews)South Indian restaurant₹1–200 per person
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Anna South Indian is at Goyla Vihar in Block D, Lajpat Nagar I, and runs daily from 9 am to 11 pm, serving breakfast through dinner. It is vegetarian only and sits in a low price band, with dine-in, takeaway and delivery. Reviewers mention crisp dosas, soft idlis and fresh sambar and chutneys with a homely, consistent taste. Google notes it is good for kids and popular with students, and free street parking is available.
Best for: Budget vegetarian breakfast or lunch
- Address
- 9, Goyla Vihar, Block D, Lajpat Nagar I, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110024
- Hours
- daily 9 am–11 pm
#5
South Indian Corner
★ 4.3 (560 Google reviews)South Indian restaurant₹1–200 per person
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South Indian Corner is a small vegetarian place in Amar Colony, behind Shri Raghunath Mandir, open daily from 11 am to 10 pm. Reviewers mention Masala Dosa, Vada Sambar, Dal Vada and a well-liked filter coffee, and the menu also includes veg chowmein and dahi vada. Prices sit in a low band. Because seating is tight, some reviewers suggest taking food home, and takeaway and delivery are both offered.
Best for: Filter coffee and takeaway dosa
- Address
- H66V+MM4 South Indian Corner, Lala Lajpat Rai Rd, Behind Shri Raghunath Mandir, Block C, Amar Colony, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110024
- Hours
- daily 11 am–10 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 7 restaurants in Lajpat Nagar, Delhi with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google category “South Indian restaurant”, ranked by weighted rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Draavin Canteen takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, SAMBARPOT opens at 9 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
SAMBARPOT ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 6,619 reviews. Draavin Canteen is second at 4.6 from 576 reviews.
Which restaurants in Lajpat Nagar, Delhi are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is SAMBARPOT, at 11 pm.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Draavin Canteen ₹600–1,800; Anna South Indian ₹1–200; South Indian Corner ₹1–200. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Draavin Canteen, Anna South Indian and South Indian Corner.
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