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Saravanaa Bhavan Milano is your destination for authentic South Indian vegetarian cuisine in the heart of Milan. From crispy dosas to aromatic sambar, we bring the flavors of Chennai to Italy. Perfect for vegetarians, vegans, and lovers of Indian food.
Hours
| Tuesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: Via Flavio Baracchini, 9, 20122 Milano MI, Italy
Phone: +39 375 681 4496
Website: https://saravanaabhavan.it/
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Reservations: thefork.it
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Reviews
surendra nala choudhary
✨ A Fantastic Vegetarian Dining Experience in Milan! ✨
Saravanaa Bhavan Milano is a true paradise for vegetarian food lovers and anyone who appreciates authentic South Indian cuisine. Located in the heart of Milan, this restaurant delivers rich flavors, traditional recipes, and a consistently satisfying dining experience.
Food:
The menu offers an excellent variety of South Indian dishes, including crispy masala dosas, soft idlis, flavorful sambhar, vadas, and delicious curries. Every dish is prepared with fresh ingredients and perfectly balanced spices, giving you an authentic taste of India. Vegan-friendly options are also widely available.
Ambience & Service:
The restaurant is clean, spacious, and comfortable, making it ideal for families, friends, and casual dining. The staff is polite, efficient, and always ready to help, ensuring a pleasant and smooth experience.
Overall Experience:
Saravanaa Bhavan Milano stands out for its quality, consistency, and true vegetarian values. Whether you’re craving traditional South Indian comfort food or trying it for the first time, this place never disappoints.
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Highly recommended for anyone looking for authentic, delicious vegetarian Indian food in Milan!
… moreSaravanaa Bhavan Milano is a true paradise for vegetarian food lovers and anyone who appreciates authentic South Indian cuisine. Located in the heart of Milan, this restaurant delivers rich flavors, traditional recipes, and a consistently satisfying dining experience.
Food:
The menu offers an excellent variety of South Indian dishes, including crispy masala dosas, soft idlis, flavorful sambhar, vadas, and delicious curries. Every dish is prepared with fresh ingredients and perfectly balanced spices, giving you an authentic taste of India. Vegan-friendly options are also widely available.
Ambience & Service:
The restaurant is clean, spacious, and comfortable, making it ideal for families, friends, and casual dining. The staff is polite, efficient, and always ready to help, ensuring a pleasant and smooth experience.
Overall Experience:
Saravanaa Bhavan Milano stands out for its quality, consistency, and true vegetarian values. Whether you’re craving traditional South Indian comfort food or trying it for the first time, this place never disappoints.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Highly recommended for anyone looking for authentic, delicious vegetarian Indian food in Milan!
Nuhn ya Biz
I had been craving proper Indian food, so when I found Saravanaa Bhavan in Milan I decided to give it a try. The place is vegetarian/vegan, clean and modestly decorated, with a calm, welcoming vibe and friendly staff. It’s part of the well-known South-Indian chain and sits at Via Flavio Baracchini 9, not far from the Duomo.
I ordered a thali, plus a side of chole bhatura, vada, sambar, filter coffee — and a chana dish. To my surprise, the chole bhatura was genuinely delicious: the bhatura was puffed and soft, slightly crisp on the edges, and soaked up the chole nicely (especially impressive for a place that leans south-Indian). The rest of the thali components were solid — the sambar was aromatic, the vada had a good crunch yet stayed tender inside, and the filter coffee at the end was a comforting finish.
That said, there were a few small hiccups: the menu is extensive (lots of South and North Indian options) and some of the staff speak mostly English, which made choosing a bit of a guesswork. Still, the service was reasonably prompt once I placed the order, and the portions felt generous. On the whole, Saravanaa Bhavan in Milan delivered a satisfying experience — especially for someone yearning for Indian flavors — and its unexpected strength in chole bhatura won me over. If you ever feel homesick for Indian food in Milan, this is a place worth going to.
… moreI ordered a thali, plus a side of chole bhatura, vada, sambar, filter coffee — and a chana dish. To my surprise, the chole bhatura was genuinely delicious: the bhatura was puffed and soft, slightly crisp on the edges, and soaked up the chole nicely (especially impressive for a place that leans south-Indian). The rest of the thali components were solid — the sambar was aromatic, the vada had a good crunch yet stayed tender inside, and the filter coffee at the end was a comforting finish.
That said, there were a few small hiccups: the menu is extensive (lots of South and North Indian options) and some of the staff speak mostly English, which made choosing a bit of a guesswork. Still, the service was reasonably prompt once I placed the order, and the portions felt generous. On the whole, Saravanaa Bhavan in Milan delivered a satisfying experience — especially for someone yearning for Indian flavors — and its unexpected strength in chole bhatura won me over. If you ever feel homesick for Indian food in Milan, this is a place worth going to.
Hemanshu Purohit
OMG, amazing authentic indian food we enjoyed various north and south indian dishes for three days although they should improve their service as for all the 3 occurrences they never serve the food together to 3 members of my family. It was awkward that 1 person start eating and others are waiting. Even we tried to wait but it took long time and there was no point to wait. They should serve by table instead serving various tables based on whatever preparation is ready.
… moreSuresh Kumar
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⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ Review for Saravana Bhavan Milan
Went to Saravana Bhavan Milan today, and we had also visited yesterday. Being New Year, the restaurant was extremely crowded yesterday, yet the food was served quite quickly. Today it was comparatively less crowded, but the service took longer.
That said, on both days the food was very fresh and tasted excellent — absolutely no complaints on food quality. I really appreciate Saravana Bhavan for maintaining the same authentic taste and consistency you get in India, even here in Milan.
In terms of ambience, it honestly feels like a busy South Indian eatery back home — something like Madurai Muniyandi Vilas or the Maattu Thavani food spots. The kitchen door is kept wide open, so you hear the full cooking sounds, metal sounds, along with strong burnt masala aromas spreading throughout the restaurant.
While this adds to the street-food vibe, the smell carries heavily onto clothes and jackets, thermal inner wares, which is not ideal, especially for travellers with flights the next morning. A simple improvement would be to keep the kitchen door closed or improve ventilation, which would greatly enhance the dining experience. When complained to the Chef inside, we heard him saying loudly, if you don’t like smell why coming to our restaurant? Never had this smelling experience in any of the Saravana Bhavan restaurants back in India.
Overall, excellent food and authentic flavours — just a small operational tweak needed to make the experience more comfortable.
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⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ Review for Saravana Bhavan Milan
Went to Saravana Bhavan Milan today, and we had also visited yesterday. Being New Year, the restaurant was extremely crowded yesterday, yet the food was served quite quickly. Today it was comparatively less crowded, but the service took longer.
That said, on both days the food was very fresh and tasted excellent — absolutely no complaints on food quality. I really appreciate Saravana Bhavan for maintaining the same authentic taste and consistency you get in India, even here in Milan.
In terms of ambience, it honestly feels like a busy South Indian eatery back home — something like Madurai Muniyandi Vilas or the Maattu Thavani food spots. The kitchen door is kept wide open, so you hear the full cooking sounds, metal sounds, along with strong burnt masala aromas spreading throughout the restaurant.
While this adds to the street-food vibe, the smell carries heavily onto clothes and jackets, thermal inner wares, which is not ideal, especially for travellers with flights the next morning. A simple improvement would be to keep the kitchen door closed or improve ventilation, which would greatly enhance the dining experience. When complained to the Chef inside, we heard him saying loudly, if you don’t like smell why coming to our restaurant? Never had this smelling experience in any of the Saravana Bhavan restaurants back in India.
Overall, excellent food and authentic flavours — just a small operational tweak needed to make the experience more comfortable.
Sumit Raj
Saravanaa Bhavan in Milan was a pleasant surprise for us! As Indians, we were genuinely thrilled to find an authentic South Indian restaurant right in the city.
The service was good, and we tried their meals, filter coffee, and masala dosa — all of which were quite satisfying and true to taste. A special mention to the person at the reception, who was kind enough to help us arrange a taxi back to our hotel.
A great spot if you’re craving a bit of home-style South Indian comfort food while in Milan!
… moreThe service was good, and we tried their meals, filter coffee, and masala dosa — all of which were quite satisfying and true to taste. A special mention to the person at the reception, who was kind enough to help us arrange a taxi back to our hotel.
A great spot if you’re craving a bit of home-style South Indian comfort food while in Milan!
GURPREET singh
Excellent vegetarian Indian food! Fresh ingredients, authentic flavors, and perfectly balanced spices. The dishes were delicious and comforting, and the service was friendly. Highly recommend for anyone who loves good veg Indian food
… moreRavikiran
One of the best South Indian restaurants. I visit this place in many countries and it’s a source of some home food when i crave for it. Love the sambhar and the dosas
… moreVikash choudhary
Saravana Bhavan, being a renowned vegetarian restaurant, uses a wide variety of fresh vegetables in its dishes. Based on their menu items, here are some of the vegetables commonly featured:
Core Vegetables Found in Many Dishes
• Potato (Aloo): Used in Masala Dosa filling, Aloo Palak, Aloo Pepper Fry, Aloo Jeera, and Vegetable Kofta/Kurma.
• Onion: A fundamental base for almost all curries, uthappams, dosas (like Onion Dosa), and biryanis.
• Tomato: Used extensively in curries (masalas), Sambar, Rasam, and in Uthappam toppings.
• Cauliflower (Gobi): Popular in dishes like Gobi 65, Gobi Manchurian, Gobi Masala, Gobi Mutter, and Chilli Gobi Fry.
• Green Peas (Mutter): A common addition to mixed vegetable dishes, Gobi Mutter, Palak Mutter, Vegetable Biryani, and Kurma.
• Carrot: Essential in mixed vegetable preparations like Vegetable Kurma, Vegetable Biryani, and Vegetable Dosa stuffing.
• Beans (Green Beans): Frequently included in mixed vegetable curries and Vegetable Kurma.
• Capsicum (Bell Pepper): Used in Aloo Capsicum Masala, Kadai Paneer, and Chinese/Indo-Chinese style preparations.
• Spinach (Palak): The main ingredient in Palak Paneer, Aloo Palak, and Plain Palak.
Other Noteworthy Vegetables/Ingredients
• Mushroom: Features in dishes like Chilli Mushroom, Mushroom Pepper Fry, and Mushroom Masala.
… moreCore Vegetables Found in Many Dishes
• Potato (Aloo): Used in Masala Dosa filling, Aloo Palak, Aloo Pepper Fry, Aloo Jeera, and Vegetable Kofta/Kurma.
• Onion: A fundamental base for almost all curries, uthappams, dosas (like Onion Dosa), and biryanis.
• Tomato: Used extensively in curries (masalas), Sambar, Rasam, and in Uthappam toppings.
• Cauliflower (Gobi): Popular in dishes like Gobi 65, Gobi Manchurian, Gobi Masala, Gobi Mutter, and Chilli Gobi Fry.
• Green Peas (Mutter): A common addition to mixed vegetable dishes, Gobi Mutter, Palak Mutter, Vegetable Biryani, and Kurma.
• Carrot: Essential in mixed vegetable preparations like Vegetable Kurma, Vegetable Biryani, and Vegetable Dosa stuffing.
• Beans (Green Beans): Frequently included in mixed vegetable curries and Vegetable Kurma.
• Capsicum (Bell Pepper): Used in Aloo Capsicum Masala, Kadai Paneer, and Chinese/Indo-Chinese style preparations.
• Spinach (Palak): The main ingredient in Palak Paneer, Aloo Palak, and Plain Palak.
Other Noteworthy Vegetables/Ingredients
• Mushroom: Features in dishes like Chilli Mushroom, Mushroom Pepper Fry, and Mushroom Masala.
Prerana Laddha
Food was average
Service by students was really good. Proud to see those students working hard along with studies.
1) I ordered spring roll which was below average.
2) Veg biryani which was good
3) Tomato onion uttapam which was preety below average with 0 taste.
… moreService by students was really good. Proud to see those students working hard along with studies.
1) I ordered spring roll which was below average.
2) Veg biryani which was good
3) Tomato onion uttapam which was preety below average with 0 taste.
Priyal Vaishnav
I had a wonderful meal at Saravanaa Bhavan Milano. The authentic South Indian vegetarian dishes were flavorful and delicious, with great variety — especially the dosa and curries. The ingredients felt fresh, and the spices were just right, giving a true taste of Indian cuisine right here in Milan. The service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere is pleasant and welcoming. I also appreciated the many vegan and gluten-free options on the menu, perfect for different dietary preferences. Excellent value for the quality and portion size. Will definitely come back again!
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