Bangalore taste
Reviews describe the food as authentic Bangalore-style, with Karnataka flavours that recall Bengaluru darshinis and home cooking.
HOUSE OF THINDEES
Al Karama
House of Thindees is a vegetarian South Indian restaurant in Al Karama with a fast, self-service format. It is especially suited to Bangalore-style breakfast cravings, with soft thatte idli, crisp dosas and strong filter coffee drawing repeated praise from customers.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
590 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Crisp dosa
The Podi Masala Dosa is praised for its crisp, thick dosa, flavorful podi masala and soft potato filling.
Soft idli
Thatte idli and podi idli are recurring favourites, with customers highlighting their softness and comforting texture.
Filter coffee
Filter coffee is repeatedly singled out; one customer rated it 10/10 and described it as warm, rich and balanced.
Chutneys
Dosas and idlis come with well-liked chutneys, including coconut, tomato, green and especially red chutney.
Quick setup
The self-service counter keeps ordering straightforward, and several reviews say orders arrive quickly even when the restaurant is busy.
Clean space
Customers describe the restaurant and counters as clean, hygienic and well-maintained.
Eco cutlery
The restaurant uses wood-based cutlery and avoids plastic, a practical detail noted positively by a customer.
What to Eat at HOUSE OF THINDEES How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For HOUSE OF THINDEES, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at HOUSE OF THINDEES got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Masala dosa Net +6
“Excellent masala dosa, crisp inside and soft outside. Wait time is little more which makes it difficult to visit often.Must visit place if you want to try authentic dosas.”
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“Excellent masala dosa, crisp inside and soft outside. Wait time is little more which makes it difficult to visit often.Must visit place if you want to try authentic dosas.”May 2026
“Very good food, specially masala dosa and Idly.”June 2026
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Bisi bele bath Net +2
“The Bisi Bele Bath deserves a standing ovation. One spoonful and suddenly all your diet plans, fitness goals, and promises to eat light become distant memories.”
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“The Bisi Bele Bath deserves a standing ovation. One spoonful and suddenly all your diet plans, fitness goals, and promises to eat light become distant memories.”May 2026
“For rice dishes, the Bisi Bele Bath is packed with veggies and has that deep, homely flavor you only get when it’s cooked right.”May 2026
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Green chutney Net +2
“On a positive note, the food was enjoyable; with a slight refinement of the flavor profiles— especially building on that excellent green chutney—the menu would be truly standout.”
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“On a positive note, the food was enjoyable; with a slight refinement of the flavor profiles— especially building on that excellent green chutney—the menu would be truly standout.”January 2026
“And the 3 chutneys - coconut, tomato, and green chutney are the real deal. Fresh, well-balanced, and served in good portions. They complete every dosa and idli plate perfectly.”May 2026
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Mysore masala dosa Net +2
“Had a wonderful meal at House of Thindees, We ordered masala dosa, mysore masala dosa, podi dosa, idli sambar, and tatte idli with podi — everything was absolutely delicious and we loved all the dishes.”
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“Had a wonderful meal at House of Thindees, We ordered masala dosa, mysore masala dosa, podi dosa, idli sambar, and tatte idli with podi — everything was absolutely delicious and we loved all the dishes.”July 2026
“We go there specifically for Karnataka flavors, and it never disappoints. The Mysore Masala Dosa is a standout - crispy, loaded with the red chutney and perfect potato palya.”May 2026
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Plain dosa Net +2
“The Plain Dosa is thin, golden, and served piping hot.”
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“The Plain Dosa is thin, golden, and served piping hot.”May 2026
“Visited House of Thindees and tried the plain dosa and masala dosa. The taste and quality were good, and the dosas were nicely prepared. There is some scope for improvement in the chutneys, but overall the food was enjoyable.”February 2026
Honorable mentions (21)
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Benne dosa Net +1
“The place to go when you’re craving a proper Bangalore-style benne dosa. The food is honestly so good.”
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“The place to go when you’re craving a proper Bangalore-style benne dosa. The food is honestly so good.”April 2026
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Chow chow bath Net +1
“The idly vada with neer chutney combo is soo tasty. Recommend trying chow chow bath also, the staff are friendly and helpful, worth visiting again.”
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“The idly vada with neer chutney combo is soo tasty. Recommend trying chow chow bath also, the staff are friendly and helpful, worth visiting again.”June 2026
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Dip idli Net +1
“Dip Idli – 10/10 🔥”
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“Dip Idli – 10/10 🔥”March 2026
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Idli podi Net +1
“Must try the Idli Podi and crispy Vada—the taste was absolutely delicious!”
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“Must try the Idli Podi and crispy Vada—the taste was absolutely delicious!”June 2026
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Idli sambar Net +1
“Had a wonderful meal at House of Thindees, We ordered masala dosa, mysore masala dosa, podi dosa, idli sambar, and tatte idli with podi — everything was absolutely delicious and we loved all the dishes.”
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“Had a wonderful meal at House of Thindees, We ordered masala dosa, mysore masala dosa, podi dosa, idli sambar, and tatte idli with podi — everything was absolutely delicious and we loved all the dishes.”July 2026
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Idly vada with neer chutney combo Net +1
“The idly vada with neer chutney combo is soo tasty. Recommend trying chow chow bath also, the staff are friendly and helpful, worth visiting again.”
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“The idly vada with neer chutney combo is soo tasty. Recommend trying chow chow bath also, the staff are friendly and helpful, worth visiting again.”June 2026
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Khara baath Net +1
“Excellent Khara Baath with neer chutney - loved the moist texture of the khara Baath with excellent neer chutney - Bangalore style. This is one of a kind.”
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“Excellent Khara Baath with neer chutney - loved the moist texture of the khara Baath with excellent neer chutney - Bangalore style. This is one of a kind.”May 2026
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Mysore masala Net +1
“Worth the hype!! We tried podi, mysore masala & masala dosa. All options are amazing….”
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“Worth the hype!! We tried podi, mysore masala & masala dosa. All options are amazing….”May 2026
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Neer chutney idly Net +1
“The neer chutney idly literally melts in your mouth , indeed soft, light, and the chutney is next level.”
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“The neer chutney idly literally melts in your mouth , indeed soft, light, and the chutney is next level.”April 2026
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Podi Net +1
“Worth the hype!! We tried podi, mysore masala & masala dosa. All options are amazing….”
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“Worth the hype!! We tried podi, mysore masala & masala dosa. All options are amazing….”May 2026
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Podi dosa with ghee Net +1
“Podi Dosa with ghee is pure nostalgia from Bengaluru darshinis.”
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“Podi Dosa with ghee is pure nostalgia from Bengaluru darshinis.”May 2026
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Podi masala dosa Net +1
“The Podi Masala Dosa (5/5) was the highlight—crispy, thick, and packed with flavorful podi masala and soft potato filling.”
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“The Podi Masala Dosa (5/5) was the highlight—crispy, thick, and packed with flavorful podi masala and soft potato filling.”June 2026
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Pudi idli Net +1
“I tried the idli, dosa, puliyogare, pulao, and pudi idli, and everything was incredibly delicious. The quality, taste, and freshness were outstanding.”
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“I tried the idli, dosa, puliyogare, pulao, and pudi idli, and everything was incredibly delicious. The quality, taste, and freshness were outstanding.”July 2026
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Pulao Net +1
“I tried the idli, dosa, puliyogare, pulao, and pudi idli, and everything was incredibly delicious. The quality, taste, and freshness were outstanding.”
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“I tried the idli, dosa, puliyogare, pulao, and pudi idli, and everything was incredibly delicious. The quality, taste, and freshness were outstanding.”July 2026
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Red chutney Net +1
“The chutneys were excellent, especially the red chutney, and the sambar was good too.”
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“The chutneys were excellent, especially the red chutney, and the sambar was good too.”June 2026
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Sambar with veggies Net +1
“Whether it's coconut chutney, tomato chutney, or sambar with veggies, each bite is an explosion of taste.”
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“Whether it's coconut chutney, tomato chutney, or sambar with veggies, each bite is an explosion of taste.”March 2026
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Tatte idli with podi Net +1
“Had a wonderful meal at House of Thindees, We ordered masala dosa, mysore masala dosa, podi dosa, idli sambar, and tatte idli with podi — everything was absolutely delicious and we loved all the dishes.”
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“Had a wonderful meal at House of Thindees, We ordered masala dosa, mysore masala dosa, podi dosa, idli sambar, and tatte idli with podi — everything was absolutely delicious and we loved all the dishes.”July 2026
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Thatte idli Net +1
“The Food: The Thatte idli was incredibly soft and delicious, and all the dosas are great to try. Highly recommend!”
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“The Food: The Thatte idli was incredibly soft and delicious, and all the dosas are great to try. Highly recommend!”July 2026
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Thatte podi idli Net +1
“The Thatte Podi Idli (4/5) was soft and comforting, while the Vada (4/5) was crispy outside and soft inside.”
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“The Thatte Podi Idli (4/5) was soft and comforting, while the Vada (4/5) was crispy outside and soft inside.”June 2026
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Vada dip Net +1
“Vada Dip – 8/10”
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“Vada Dip – 8/10”March 2026
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Veg pulao Net +1
“The Veg Pulao is light but flavorful, and the Sambar is authentic Karnataka style full of drumsticks, veggies, and the right spice balance.”
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“The Veg Pulao is light but flavorful, and the Sambar is authentic Karnataka style full of drumsticks, veggies, and the right spice balance.”May 2026
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Chai Net +1
“Chai – 7/10”
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“Chai – 7/10”March 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Arrive later. For a quieter start, one reviewer suggests arriving after 8:30 AM, when the menu is usually ready and waiting may be shorter.
Avoid peaks. Allow 15–30 minutes on weekends, and expect especially heavy crowds during weekend breakfast.
Try coffee. Order the filter coffee; one reviewer recommends asking for medium sugar.
Check parking. RTA parking is reported to be available nearby, useful if you are driving to Al Karama.
Expect counter service. Plan to order at the counter and collect your food yourself rather than waiting for table service.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Era Building - Shop No: 10 Exit-2 - behind Burjuman Metro Station
Al Karama, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Long waits
Tables can fill quickly, with reported waits of 15–30 minutes on weekends and almost 30 minutes on a Sunday evening.
Self service
There is no table service, so guests collect their own food rather than having it served at the table.
Limited menu
The menu is described as limited, which may be a drawback if you want a broad range of South Indian dishes.
Value concerns
One reviewer felt pricing was high for the portion sizes and overall dining experience, despite enjoying the food.
Mixed flavours
A customer felt the chutneys could improve, while another found the sambar and clove-heavy kesari unsuitable for their palate.
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The Bottom Line
House of Thindees is a vegetarian South Indian restaurant in Al Karama built around Bangalore-style breakfast and quick self-service dining. Customers come for crisp dosas, soft idlis, vada and Karnataka rice dishes, with the Podi Masala Dosa, Thatte Podi Idli and filter coffee among the most consistently praised choices. The food is the main reason to visit.
Reviews describe the dosa as fresh and crisp, the idli as soft, and the chutneys as a strong part of the meal; red chutney receives particular praise. Bisi Bele Bath, khara baath with neer chutney and the idly vada with neer chutney combo are also useful picks if you want to look beyond the standard masala dosa. This is a simple, clean, no-frills space rather than a full-service restaurant.
You order at the counter, collect your food and find a seat; the setup is efficient, though some diners find it impersonal. Seating is limited, and weekend breakfast can bring a 15–30-minute wait. Arriving after 8:30 AM may help avoid delays, and nearby RTA parking is reported.
Pricing opinions vary: several customers call it reasonable, while one felt portions did not fully justify the cost.
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