Dosa Kitchen
Experience the vibrant tastes of South India with expertly crafted dosas, bold curries, and flavorful comfort cuisine in a warm ambiance.
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Dosa Kitchen
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Experience the vibrant tastes of South India with expertly crafted dosas, bold curries, and flavorful comfort cuisine in a warm ambiance.
"One of the best Indian meals we’ve had in over 6yrs in UK. Totally gluten-free friendly."
Try the Dosas
Dosas are highly recommended for their flavor and texture, and are naturally gluten-free.
Sunday Sapaad
Visit on Sundays for a special menu with small bowls of sauces, curries, yogurts, and chutneys.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
South Indian
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+44 191 250 9725
Address
7 Osborne Rd, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 2AE, United Kingdom
Website
dosakitchen.co.uk/Highlights
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Authentic South Indian Dosas
Experience uniquely flavorful and perfectly crisp dosas, a gluten-free South Indian specialty served with delightful chutneys.
Bold Flavors & Spice Mastery
Savor South Indian comfort cuisine with imaginative and skillful use of spices, offering bold, authentic flavors.
Sunday Sapaad Experience
Enjoy a special Sunday menu featuring small bowls of diverse sauces, curries, yogurts, and chutneys, served with a dosa.
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Try the Dosas
Dosas are highly recommended for their flavor and texture, and are naturally gluten-free.
Sunday Sapaad
Visit on Sundays for a special menu with small bowls of sauces, curries, yogurts, and chutneys.
Vegan Options Available
Plenty of vegetarian and vegan choices are offered, catering to various dietary needs.
Avoid Special Set Menus
During busy occasions, set menus may not meet expectations; consider ordering from the regular menu.
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Try the Dosas
Dosas are highly recommended for their flavor and texture, and are naturally gluten-free.
Sunday Sapaad
Visit on Sundays for a special menu with small bowls of sauces, curries, yogurts, and chutneys.
Vegan Options Available
Plenty of vegetarian and vegan choices are offered, catering to various dietary needs.
Avoid Special Set Menus
During busy occasions, set menus may not meet expectations; consider ordering from the regular menu.
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Reviews Summary
Dosa Kitchen is celebrated for its authentic South Indian cuisine, particularly its flavorful and gluten-free dosas, and skillfully crafted curries. While many praise the bold flavors and attentive service, some reviewers note that prices can be a bit high and service can occasionally be slow. Special occasion set menus have also received mixed reviews, with some finding them not worth the cost.
"One of the best Indian meals we’ve had in over 6yrs in UK. Totally gluten-free friendly. They actually use spice imaginatively and skillfully. The dosas have no wheat in them and the chutneys boast real flavour. We tried the chilli paste special; perfectly crispy, a little sour and a little chewy. The curries aren’t formulaic “choose your protein, then your sauce” ‘curry secret’ nonsense. Bold flavours, excellent technique and real spice mastery. The cocktails are both reasonably priced and delicious. Servers were lovely, caring and helpful. Absolutely restored our faith in the sorry state of Indian restaurants in the UK. No bland, unseasoned food here. We were one of the few guest white couples. Deffo returning with family."
Gary Wise
"The food here offers a unique twist to your normal Indian restaurant due to its South Indian roots. With that being said the food here is exceptional and is one of the best places to go in Jesmond for its quality.
I do think the prices could be a little lower for some certain items and service was a little slow for me, for how empty it was. However, still give it a crack!"
ben nelson-taylor
"I recently had the pleasure of dining at this wonderful South Indian Tamil restaurant, and I must say, it was a truly delightful experience! The ambience is warm, inviting, and thoughtfully designed — a perfect blend of traditional South Indian charm and modern comfort. From the moment we stepped in, we felt relaxed and welcomed.
The food was the real highlight. Every dish was packed with authentic flavors, beautifully presented, and cooked to perfection. What impressed me most was how the food managed to win over everyone at our table — my 70-year-old mother-in-law, who is usually very particular about traditional tastes, absolutely loved it. And even my 8-year-old, who can be a bit fussy with new cuisines, finished his meal happily!
The pricing is very reasonable for the quality and portion sizes they offer — not too high, not too cheap — just the right balance for a good family outing.
Overall, it's a great place if you’re looking for delicious Tamil food in a lovely setting that appeals to all age groups. We will definitely be coming back!"
Kannan R
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Dosa Kitchen is praised for being entirely gluten-free friendly, making their dosas and other dishes accessible.
The Sunday Sapaad is a special menu featuring small bowls of sauces, curries, yogurts, and chutneys, served with a dosa.
Yes, Dosa Kitchen offers plenty of vegetarian and vegan choices to accommodate dietary restrictions.
While regular dining is praised, reviews suggest special set menus on occasions like Mother's Day may not meet expectations.
The dosas are a must-try, praised for their unique flavor and texture. Curries and biryanis are also highly recommended.
The pricing is considered reasonable by many for the quality, though some reviewers find certain items a bit expensive.
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Dosa Kitchen South Indian Canteen is tucked away behind Osbourne Road in Jesmond. The menu offers lots of small plates, the most delicious dosa we've ever eaten and super flavoursome dishes with plenty of veggie and vegan options. Their Sunday Sapaad at the weekend makes for a delicious afternoon - made up of a delicious selection of small bowls with sauces, curries, yoghurts and chutneys, served with a dosa in the middle of the plate to mop it all up.
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Dosa Kitchen is hidden away in the back streets of Newcastle’s Jesmond on Osborne Road. Offering an authentic taste of South India, Dosa Kitchen are famed for their dosas which if you’ve never tried them before, are thin crispy crepes made from ground rice and lentils. Tear off chunks and dip them in traditional sambar, or order one filled – we love the masala dosa which is perfectly crisp, stuffed with a savoury potato mix bursting with spices.
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If you are in Jesmond, rather than the city centre, you can have a cracking meal at Dosa Kitchen. The Sunday Sapaad menu, available only on Sundays, is a treat for anyone who enjoys home-style south Indian cuisine.
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Dosas, especially Masala dosas, are the South Indian speciality that are the go to dish for people across India. Dosa kitchen are v good.
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