Sai Saravana Bhavan

Indian Restaurant $$ 4.4 (322)


Sai Saravana Bhavan is a renowned spot for authentic South Indian cuisine located inside a Lotte grocery store. Customers often praise the flavorful dishes and generous portions. However, service consistency is highlighted as a concern, indicating that while the food is largely celebrated, the dining experience could be improved.

Overall:

4.4

(269 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.5

Atmosphere:

3.6

Service:

3.9


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (703) 817-2214

Address: Inside Lotte Market, 490 Elden St, Herndon, VA 20170, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available

Offerings

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Vegetarian Options Available

Amenities

  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Menu for Children
  • Good for Children
  • Good for Groups

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

**Some reviews are curated to assist in analyzing authenticity, atmosphere, and service. These reviews enhance user feedback and help us provide better insights. Your genuine reviews make all the difference—share your experience today to enhance our ratings!**

" The meals here are a marvelous treat! I had the vegetarian thali today, which was bursting with flavors. The sambhar and rasam were definitely the highlight! Everything was served hot and fresh. Perfect for anyone who wants a taste of authentic South Indian cuisine! " (*Curated Review*)

" Absolutely loved it! I ordered the vegetable thali which offered an amazing variety of delicious dishes. It's true South Indian food with generous portions. Everything was so flavorful and well-prepared. Definitely coming back to try other items. Just a note, it's takeout only, which is fine for me! " (*Curated Review*)

" While the food is generally tasty, I feel that some items are inconsistent. Last time I ordered the vada and it was a bit soggy compared to before. The ambiance could also be improved since it’s just in a small corner of the grocery store. However, I do appreciate the take-out service as it makes having Indian food accessible. " (*Curated Review*)

" Just okay. While the food has great potential, I found it lacking seasoning on one of my visits. I do enjoy the concept of the thali but I wish they would put in more effort to maintain the quality consistent. I’ll try it out again though. " (*Curated Review*)

" It's a hidden gem! I had the chana masala and garlic naan, and it was heavenly. I loved the spices used, very authentic. Plus, the staff were welcoming and eager to assist. The only drawback is the takeout-only policy and no sit-down dining, but I’ll take the food any day! " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (259)

" Fabulous food with a huge variety of options! The quality of dishes is great—a real treat for anyone who loves South Indian cuisine. If only they could add a few tables for dining in, this place would be perfect! " (*Curated Review*)

" I had high hopes given the good reviews but my experience was mixed. The idli was good, but the sambar lacked flavor. Also, I waited longer than expected for my order. The staff was friendly, but the food experience was not consistently good. I might give it another shot in the future. " (*Curated Review*)

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