South Indian Favorites You’ll Only Find at Pradyumna Cafe in Jersey City

Looking for authentic South Indian food in Jersey City that’s both comforting and unforgettable? At Pradyumna Cafe, we’re proud to serve dishes straight from the heart of Karnataka, made fresh daily with traditional recipes and real ingredients. Whether you’re craving crispy doses, spicy rice bowls, or classic chaats, our menu is full of bold flavors you won’t find anywhere else in New Jersey.

Here’s a closer look at what you’ll find when you visit us:

🥞 Crispy, Golden Doses – A Must-Try in Jersey City

Our dose menu is packed with flavor and variety. From simple to spicy, here’s what our guests love:

Plain Dose – A light, crispy crepe made from fermented rice and lentils

Masala Dose – Filled with our signature potato masala

Butter Masala Dose – Rich, comforting, and perfect with chutneys

Paneer Dose – Stuffed with soft paneer and South Indian spices

Mysore Dose – Spicy red chutney spread inside for a bold kick

Rava Dose – Thin and crisp with semolina for added texture

Onion Rava Dose – Loaded with flavor and fried onions

All Doses are served with fresh coconut chutney, tomato chutney, and house-made sambar.

🍚 South Indian Rice Bowls You Can’t Miss

If you love comfort food, you’ll want to try these flavorful rice dishes:

Bisi Bele Bath – A Karnataka specialty with rice, lentils, tamarind, and veggies

Puliyogare – Tangy tamarind rice with roasted peanuts and spices

Curd Rice – Cool, refreshing, and topped with a tempering of mustard seeds

Lemon Rice – Zesty and bright, perfect with papad or chutney

These dishes are vegetarian, filling, and perfect for lunch or dinner.

🍲 Classic Combos: Idli, Vada & Sambar

Sometimes, simplicity is everything.

Idli with Sambar – Steamed rice cakes served with flavorful lentil stew

Vada with Chutney – Crispy, savory lentil donuts with coconut chutney

Idli-Vada Combo – A fan favorite, especially for breakfast or a light meal

Each combo plate is made fresh and served with all three chutneys and piping hot sambar.

🧂 Authentic South Indian Chaats & Appetizers

Add some crunch and spice to your meal with our street-style starters:

Masala Puri – Spicy, savory, and topped with chutney, onion, and sev

Bhel Puri – A mix of puffed rice, veggies, tamarind chutney, and herbs

Pani Puri – Crispy shells filled with tangy spiced water and potato masala

Samosa Chaat – Crushed samosas layered with chutneys, yogurt, and spices

These are great for sharing or enjoying on their own.

🥤 Complete Your Meal with Beverages & Sides

Round out your visit with a refreshing drink or add-on:

Hot Filter Coffee – A true South Indian classic

Sambar/Rasam – Available à la carte for dipping or sipping

Extra Chutney – Always made in-house and available on request

📍 Visit the Best South Indian Restaurant in Jersey City

We’re proud to bring authentic South Indian food to New Jersey—and everything on our menu is made with love, heritage, and bold flavor.

📍 Pradyumna Cafe

640 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ

📞 201-559-1360

🕒 Open daily | Dine-In • Takeout • Delivery Available

🔍 Popular Local Search Keywords We Rank For:

Masala Dose Jersey City

Best Bisi Bele Bath NJ

South Indian food near Journal Square

Chaat in Jersey City

Authentic Karnataka restaurant in New Jersey

Rava Dose Jersey City

Idli Vada combo near me

Come taste the best of Karnataka—only at Pradyumna Cafe.

Real food. Real flavor. Right here in Jersey City.