Gurugram’s Sector 6 neighborhood is a hidden gem for authentic South Indian cuisine. From flavorful dosas to rich curries, this area has something for all fans of South Indian food. In this blog post, I’ll review the top 3 South Indian restaurants in Sector 6 that you must try.
Sagar Ratna
Sagar Ratna is a popular South Indian food chain with multiple outlets across Gurugram. But their Sector 6 restaurant stands out for its crisp dosas, variety of vegetarian curries, and friendly waitstaff.
What I love about Sagar Ratna is that they pay close attention to using fresh ingredients. You can taste it in the dosas which are soft and fluffy. My favorites include the masala dosa which comes with a delicious potato curry filling and the rava onion dosa which has a nice crunch from the sooji (semolina).
For curries, I highly recommend the paneer butter masala which has a rich gravy and the Baingan Bartha made with smokey roasted eggplant. The curries aren’t overly spicy so they appeal to most palates.
I often see groups of friends and families enjoying meals together at Sagar Ratna. The prices are quite reasonable, so you get great food without breaking the bank.
Sind Punjab
Located just across the road from Sagar Ratna, Sind Punjab is a small eatery focusing on Punjabi-South Indian fusion food.
What sets Sind Punjab apart is innovations like dosa stuffed with biryani and curries that combine elements of both cuisines. For example, their popular Paneer Makhani Dosa brings together cottage cheese from the North with the rice crepe base of the South.
Other innovative options are the Keema Dosa filled with spiced lamb mince and the Cheese Chilli Paratha which has both shredded cheese and green chillies baked right in.
Beyond fusion dishes, Sind Punjab prepares authentic fare like uttapam (thick savory pancakes) and vada (deep-fried lentil fritters) served with fantastic South Indian coffee and tea options.
The seating area is quite small with just 4-5 tables, but food parcels and takeaway are popular here. Sind Punjab offers delicious and affordable meals in both traditional and inventive options.
Ananda Bhavan
Ananda Bhavan is a legendary vegetarian restaurant chain known for authentic Tamil cuisine. They first opened in Chennai in 1947 and now have outlets across India and abroad.
The Sector 6 location is small but has air conditioning which is nice for hot summer days. As you enter, you’re greeted with the fragrant aroma of rasam (a broth made with tamarind juice) and fresh dosa batter on the hot tawa.
You can watch dosas, idlis, vadas all being prepared right in front of you. Then enjoy them at your table along with flavorful Tamil curries and sides. Standouts include the soft idlis served with earthy sambar, dosas loaded with a spicy potato masala filling, and hot rasam that’s perfect to sip in between bites.
Ananda Bhavan is uncompromising about using quality ingredients too. For example, their Ghee Pongal (a rice dish made with melted ghee) tastes decadent thanks to the premium homemade ghee. This is down-home style cooking at its best!
The portions are large enough to share family-style or you can doggie-bag leftovers to enjoy later at home. For affordable and authentic Tamil cuisine, Ananda Bhavan tops my list.
Final Thoughts
There you have my picks for the top South Indian restaurants to try in Sector 6, Gurugram. Sagar Ratna for variety in dosas, curries plus great meal deals. Sind Punjab for anyone craving creative fusion dishes. And Ananda Bhavan for the ultimate authentic Tamil cuisine.
No matter yourpreference, make sure to come hungry! South Indian food is meant to be eaten leisurely over conversation and community. These restaurants evoke that spirit with welcoming teams and fresh, spicy comfort dishes straight from South India’s kitchens.
So take a break from the usual North Indian or multi-cuisine options. Instead, venture into Sector 6 to explore the bright, unique flavors of South Indian cuisine. Your taste buds will thank you!
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