Sagar Ratna
South Indian · Udupi
Avg. for two
₹600
Hygiene
★★★★★
Wait time · Weekend
30m
Reservation
Walk-in only
Sagar Ratna is one of Delhi's most beloved and enduring vegetarian restaurant institutions. Founded in 1986, the chain started with a single restaurant in the Defence Colony neighbourhood and has since grown to over 40 outlets across Delhi-NCR, becoming synonymous with authentic South Indian vegetarian cuisine in North India. For the millions of South Indians living in Delhi, Sagar Ratna offers a genuine taste of home; for North Indians and international visitors, it serves as an excellent introduction to the remarkable diversity of South Indian vegetarian cooking.
Signature Dishes
What to order — with current INR pricing
Masala Dosa
₹180मसाला डोसा
Golden-crisp fermented rice-lentil crepe wrapped around a lightly spiced potato filling. Served with sambar and three chutneys.
Paper Dosa
₹200पेपर डोसा
Ultra-thin, translucent dosa stretched to over two feet long — visually stunning and addictively crisp.
Idli Sambar (4 pcs)
₹140इडली सांबर
Pillow-soft steamed rice cakes with tangy tamarind-lentil broth and fresh coconut chutney.
Filter Coffee
₹90फ़िल्टर कॉफ़ी
Strong South Indian decoction whipped with frothed hot milk in the traditional davara-tumbler set.
Rava Vada (2 pcs)
₹120रवा वड़ा
Crispy semolina fritters studded with ginger, curry leaves, and green chilli.
Hygiene & Comfort›
- Seating
- Indoor (AC)
- Washroom
- Dedicated, clean
- Hygiene
- ★★★★★ (5/5)
- Wait time
- Weekday: 10m · Weekend: 30m
Payment & Logistics›
- Payment
- UPI · Cards · Cash
- Reservation
- Walk-in only
- திறக்கும் நேரம்
- 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM (all days; timings vary by outlet)
- Parking
- Defence Colony outlet has paid valet (₹50). Most other outlets share market parking — arrive by metro on weekends.
எப்படி செல்வது
Multiple outlets across Delhi-NCR. Defence Colony outlet: 15 minutes from Lajpat Nagar Metro Station (Violet Line) by auto-rickshaw (₹50–80). Lodhi Road outlet: 10 minutes from JLN Stadium Metro (Violet Line). Most outlets accessible by Delhi Metro and auto-rickshaw.
Pro Tip
Order the Paper Dosa for the visual impact, but ask for an extra side of coconut chutney — it ships in undersized portions.