Thanks for not choosing Indika or Pondicheri; this place feels more authentic, less manufactured and set in the right place to be best.
Comments (0) Best Indian Restaurant - 2012
Shri Balaji Bhavan
Readers' Choice: READERS' CHOICE: Indika
Shri Balaji Bhavan's sparse atmosphere and counter service don't dissuade Houstonians in search of delicious and authentic Udipi-style cuisine. The place is always packed with people sitting at feast-laden tables. Prices are so reasonable here, you can generously feed a family of four for around $50. It's so delicious that even meat lovers don't mind that the place is strictly vegetarian. The dosas, with their thin, platter-size crepes and savory stuffing, are not to be missed. Shri Balaji Bhavan also offers one of the best selections of puri and chaat (snacks or small dishes like those served by street vendors in India). Those with gentle palates beware; the spices here are not Americanized. This is a must-try if you like a little heat. The vegetable biryani is downright heady. Samosa chaat, drizzled in creamy yogurt sauce and garnished with a colorful riot of onion and tomato, is another winner. Or, order the thali, which provides little samples of several dishes. If the menu seems overwhelming, don't worry. Just pick something from each category or ask the guy at the counter for suggestions and go on a tasty adventure.
