San Idly is a great new addition to the Phoenix food scene. The food was fresh, flavorful, and well prepared, especially the South Indian dishes. Everything tasted authentic and comforting. The service was friendly and attentive, making the overall experience very pleasant. Definitely worth visiting if you’re craving good South Indian food in Phoenix
Vegan Restaurant
San Idli Vegetarian Restaurant & Indian Food
· $$$$ · sanDiego · 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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San Idly is a great new addition to the Phoenix food scene. The food was fresh, flavorful, and well prepared, especially the South Indian dishes. Everything tasted authentic and comforting. The service was friendly and attentive, making the overall experience very pleasant. Definitely worth visiting if you’re craving good South Indian food in Phoenix
We ordered 4 different things: Savory Pongal (rice, split yellow mung dal, ghee, cumin, ginger, pepper and curry leaves), Idli (2 pieces) Vada (1 piece) combo, Dosa and Onion Uttapam (thick spongy rice and lentil pancake). All came with Sambar, Coconut Chutney and another Chutney. My favorites was the Dosa and Idli/Vada combo. I thought the Uttapam had too much onion and not enough batter. Overall solid place, very authentic and helpful staff.
We ordered 4 different things: Savory Pongal (rice, split yellow mung dal, ghee, cumin, ginger, pepper and curry leaves), Idli (2 pieces) Vada (1 piece) combo, Dosa and Onion Uttapam (thick spongy rice and lentil pancake). All came with Sambar, Coconut Chutney and another Chutney. My favorites was the Dosa and Idli/Vada combo. I thought the Uttapam had too much onion and not enough batter. Overall solid place, very authentic and helpful staff.
I was told this is the BEST South indian food in town, so I decided to come for a late dinner. Little did I know, so many families and couples were eating late too! I ordered the vegetable thali and wow! So many dishes with rice, papadum, and some kind of fried flat bread. Everything from the simple pickles, chole Masala, to even a spicy veggie gravy, was fantastic. One of the servers was walking around and gave out a complimentary kheer. I felt so satisfied without feeling bloated. Only vegetarian/vegan food can do that for me. After my meal, I decided to order a dine-in masala chai that came hot and fresh blended with a packet of brown sugar. Simple but an refreshing. I will definitely be coming here again to order the dosa and idli. I saw so many families ordering dosas that were bigger than my head and I bet they're also good.