Nagerkovil Arya Bhavan Tooting is a South Indian vegetarian restaurant at 254 Upper Tooting Road. Open daily from morning until late evening, it offers an accessible place for breakfast, lunch and dinner built around traditional meat-free cooking.
Dosas are a central attraction, with crisp fermented pancakes paired with fillings, chutneys and sambar. Idli, vada and other South Indian staples sit alongside rice dishes and North Indian choices, giving diners several ways to explore the menu.
Thalis bring a selection of curries, rice, breads and accompaniments together on one plate, making them especially useful for a broad introduction to the cooking. The entirely vegetarian format also provides many naturally plant-focused choices.
The casual dining room suits families, quick meals and groups sharing several dishes. Fresh juices and familiar Indian drinks complement the food. Guests with allergies or vegan requirements should confirm dairy, gluten, nut and cross-contact details with staff before ordering.
Address: 254 Upper Tooting Road, London SW17 0DN, England
Arya Bhavan Tooting Menu
South Indian Starters
Hot Idly (3 Pcs)
South Indian savoury rice cakes (3), sambar and chutney. Contains: Mustard
Idly Vada Sambar Separate
South Indian savoury rice cake (2) and lentil donut (1), sambar and chutney. Contains: Mustard
Mini Ghee Idli Sambar Separate
Mini South Indian rice cakes (14), sambar and chutney. Contains: Mustard
Medu Vada
Lentil donut (3), sambar and chutney. Contains: Mustard
Sambar Vada
Lentil donut (2) soaked in South Indian lentil curry. Contains: Mustard
Fried Podi Idly
Deep fried mini idli coated with gunpowder, served with sambar and chutney Contains: Mustard
Mini Ghee Idly [Dipped]
Mini South Indian rice cakes (14), sambar and chutney.
Curd Vada
Medhu vada soaked in savoury curd. Contains: Milk
Idly Vada Sambar [Dipped]
South Indian savoury rice cake (2) and lentil donut (1), sambar and chutney. Contains: Mustard
Rasa Vada
Lentil donut (2) soaked in spicy soup.
Arya Bhavan Special Podi Idly
Special gunpowder rice cakes sauteed in masala
Samosa
Indian spiced Vegetables stuffed in pastry triangles
Chutney Dipped Idly
Steamed rice cake immersed in coconut chutney
Aloo Bonda (From 4pm)
Bondas made with potato and spices
Kaima Idly
Idli wedges cooked in spiced gravy, served with raitha Contains: Milk, Mustard and Nuts
Rava Upma (mon – fri)
Fluffy semolina, served with chutney and sambar Contains: Mustard Price: Unavailable
Rava Kichadi (Mon-Fri)
Sauteed Semolina with Indian spices Available only Monday – Friday Price: Unavailable
Ghee Pongal
Buttery rice served with sambar & chutney Price: Unavailable
Meals Corner
South Indian Thali
Chapatti or poori (1), steamed rice, sambar, rasam, spicy curry, veg stew, dhal, raitha, curd, sautéed veg, pickle, papad and dessert. Contains: Milk and Mustard
North Indian Thali
Soup, chapatti (3) savoury rice, 3 veg curries , dhal, veg spring roll, papad, pickle and dessert.
Curd Rice
Rice dish made with curd, rice, nuts, raisins and vegetables
Sambar Rice
Rice dish made of lentils, rice, whole spices and vegetables
Steamed Rice
Steamed Rice
Rice Of The Day
Different varieties of rice everyday including, tomato, tamarind, lemon, min, coconut, coriander rice
Dosa
Savoury Crispy Rice pancakes All served with Sambar and Chutney **Contain Gluten – unable to remove from dish
Masala Dosa
Savoury South Indian crepe and potato stuffing.
Mysore Masala Dosa
Savoury South Indian crepe with spicy garlic sauce and potato stuffing.
Plain Dosa
Savoury South Indian crepe, served with chutney and sambar Contains: Mustard
Paneer Dosa
Savoury Indian crepe stuffed with spicy Indian cheese. Contains: Milk and Mustard
Rava Dosa
Dosa made from Semolina batter – served with Sambar and 2 chutneys
Rava Dosa Onion
Rava Dosa Ghee Onion Rava Masala Dosa
Uthappam
Flat, thick rice cake served with Sambar and 2 chutneys