Puranpoli

If you’re looking for authentic Indian comfort food in Santa Clara, Puranpoli Restaurant is a must-visit. Everything we tried was flavorful, well prepared, and truly comforting. We started with the sabudana khichdi, which was perfectly balanced light, aromatic, and cooked just right. The pav bhaji was rich, buttery, and packed with flavor, served with soft toasted buns that soaked up the curry beautifully. For sweets, the rasgulla was soft, juicy, and not overly sweet a perfect ending. And of course, the highlight was the puran poli: a traditional sweet flatbread stuffed with a jaggery and lentil filling, thin, soft, and finished with ghee. Absolutely delicious and made the traditional way. The food quality, authentic flavors, and comforting dishes make this one of the best Indian restaurants in Santa Clara for both savory and sweet options. Highly recommend if you’re craving real, home-style Indian food.

If you’re looking for authentic Indian comfort food in Santa Clara, Puranpoli Restaurant is a must-visit. Everything we tried was flavorful, well prepared, and truly comforting. We started with the sabudana khichdi, which was perfectly balanced light, aromatic, and cooked just right. The pav bhaji was rich, buttery, and packed with flavor, served with soft toasted buns that soaked up the curry beautifully. For sweets, the rasgulla was soft, juicy, and not overly sweet a perfect ending. And of course, the highlight was the puran poli: a traditional sweet flatbread stuffed with a jaggery and lentil filling, thin, soft, and finished with ghee. Absolutely delicious and made the traditional way. The food quality, authentic flavors, and comforting dishes make this one of the best Indian restaurants in Santa Clara for both savory and sweet options. Highly recommend if you’re craving real, home-style Indian food.

We live in Los Angeles, and there are hardly any authentic Maharashtrian restaurants in the entire LA area. Recently, we had to travel to San Jose for some work, and for Maharashtrian food we decided to visit “PuranPoli.” From the very first bite, we instantly fell in love with every single dish here. The Shivalkar family serves homestyle, authentic, and exceptionally high-quality Maharashtrian food. For anyone craving truly traditional Maharashtrian vegetarian cuisine, “PuranPoli” is the one and only destination — and I say this confidently as a true foodie. We ordered Sabudana Khichdi, Sabudana Vada, Vada Misal, Kothimbir Vadi, Bharli Vangi, Bhakri, Puran Poli, and Modak. Every dish was authentic, fresh, and absolutely delicious. I’ve eaten at hundreds of restaurants across Mumbai and Pune, but I have never had a puran poli like the one served here — hot off the griddle, thin, perfectly layered, and filled with beautifully blended, smooth, flavorful puran. The Bharli Vangi and soft, perfectly steamed Ukdiche Bhakri were equally outstanding. The steaming ukdiche modak, made from the same soft dough, were just as exceptional. The taste and crisp of Kothimbir vadi was just Perfect! I ended up eating here for two days straight. A member of the Shivalkar family is always present at the restaurant, personally supervising every dish. The cleanliness, service, and overall atmosphere are truly commendable. The flavors of “PuranPoli’s” authentic dishes are going to linger on my palate for days. I strongly recommend everyone in the U.S. to experience this genuine taste of Maharashtra.

We live in Los Angeles, and there are hardly any authentic Maharashtrian restaurants in the entire LA area. Recently, we had to travel to San Jose for some work, and for Maharashtrian food we decided to visit “PuranPoli.” From the very first bite, we instantly fell in love with every single dish here. The Shivalkar family serves homestyle, authentic, and exceptionally high-quality Maharashtrian food. For anyone craving truly traditional Maharashtrian vegetarian cuisine, “PuranPoli” is the one and only destination — and I say this confidently as a true foodie. We ordered Sabudana Khichdi, Sabudana Vada, Vada Misal, Kothimbir Vadi, Bharli Vangi, Bhakri, Puran Poli, and Modak. Every dish was authentic, fresh, and absolutely delicious. I’ve eaten at hundreds of restaurants across Mumbai and Pune, but I have never had a puran poli like the one served here — hot off the griddle, thin, perfectly layered, and filled with beautifully blended, smooth, flavorful puran. The Bharli Vangi and soft, perfectly steamed Ukdiche Bhakri were equally outstanding. The steaming ukdiche modak, made from the same soft dough, were just as exceptional. The taste and crisp of Kothimbir vadi was just Perfect! I ended up eating here for two days straight. A member of the Shivalkar family is always present at the restaurant, personally supervising every dish. The cleanliness, service, and overall atmosphere are truly commendable. The flavors of “PuranPoli’s” authentic dishes are going to linger on my palate for days. I strongly recommend everyone in the U.S. to experience this genuine taste of Maharashtra.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Puranpoli, and I must say it was a truly wonderful experience from start to finish. Everything, from the moment we walked in, spoke of quality and care. The meal itself was absolutely fantastic. We ordered the [mention a specific dish if you remember one, otherwise generalize: house special thali/signature curry], and the flavors were authentic, rich, and perfectly balanced. Every dish tasted fresh and carefully prepared—a genuine culinary treat. What truly elevated the visit was the excellent service. Our server was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu, offering great recommendations without being intrusive. The staff ensured we had everything we needed promptly and with a smile. If you’re looking for a restaurant that delivers both an incredibly good meal and outstanding service, Puranpoli is the place to go. Highly recommended!