We recently tried the Mini Baahubali Mandi and it was one of the best we've had in the Dallas area. The rice was exceptionally flavorful and aromatic—truly the highlight of the dish. While the chicken and mutton were slightly overcooked, the shrimp was perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious. We also appreciated that the owner personally came by to take feedback and seemed genuinely interested in improving. Looking forward to seeing how they grow!
Vegan Restaurant
Old City Food Truck & Mandi House
· $$$$ · littleElm · Strict-vegan verified
Fully vegan
Editor synopsis · 0 reviews
Diners overwhelmingly call out the signature dish as the must-order. The vibe reads as vegan restaurant — service is consistently described as warm and unhurried. Common gotcha: queues form at peak times — go early or late.
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We recently tried the Mini Baahubali Mandi and it was one of the best we've had in the Dallas area. The rice was exceptionally flavorful and aromatic—truly the highlight of the dish. While the chicken and mutton were slightly overcooked, the shrimp was perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious. We also appreciated that the owner personally came by to take feedback and seemed genuinely interested in improving. Looking forward to seeing how they grow!
We visited the newly opened Old City Mandi House for some evening snacks and were pleasantly surprised to find a beautifully designed, authentic mandi-style dining area. We ordered punugulu and mirchi bajji, and both tasted excellent. Impressed by the experience, we’ve decided to try their mandi biryani on our next visit. The staff was warm and welcoming, and we hope they continue to serve delicious food.
We visited the newly opened Old City Mandi House for some evening snacks and were pleasantly surprised to find a beautifully designed, authentic mandi-style dining area. We ordered punugulu and mirchi bajji, and both tasted excellent. Impressed by the experience, we’ve decided to try their mandi biryani on our next visit. The staff was warm and welcoming, and we hope they continue to serve delicious food.
05-sep-2025 I liked there strategy of seating inside for mandi and outside for snacks. But the way they are organizing is not proper. We tried Masala wada - 3/5 Punugulu- 4/5 Mutton juicy mandi - 3.5/5. Rice is flavorful, mutton shanks are huge. Good at first but stiff by the end. Double ka metha - 3/5