Arusuvai Chettinad Indian Restaurant

Finally! After a long search for authentic Karnataka-style dosas in NJ, we came across Arusuvai. Their Benne Dose is a perfect tribute to Vidyarthi Bhavan, crispy on the outside and slightly fluffy on the inside, just like it’s supposed to be. It has that reddish-brown hue and is full of flavor. It's a bit pricey, but honestly worth it if you’ve been hunting for a real Karnataka dosa in NJ! Great find for a nostalgic meal! Tried a few other appetizers, chats, roti and curries during other visits, all tasted good. Weekends are buffet only which has plenty of vegetarian variety, plus live counters for some dishes like idli, dumplings etc. It does get crowded then. Waiters are prompt and cordial.

I most often get disappointed when I eat in South Indian (Tamil) restaurants in the US simply because I know how food is supposed to taste, having grown up with that all my life. That said, Arusuvai was one of the few restaurants that did not let me down. My parents loved the food, and I was impressed with the taste and quality, as well as the authenticity. We had ordered Briyani, Parotta, and Mutton Curry for lunch, and had also ordered Crab Masala for to go. They all tasted very good, especially the crab. Food might seem a little on the pricey side but I think it is definitely worth it. Staff were friendly and Service was fast enough but we did visit pretty on the tail end of the lunch rush, so not sure how the service will be when they are packed. Decor was pretty much standard South

In my opinion, the buffet is not worth $30 per person. Being asked to pay before entering the dining area felt unusual, and the limited food selection along with the below-average presentation explained why. I’d value this buffet closer to $15. I personally found the food too spicy, though others may enjoy that level of heat. The two biryani options were average in taste. Overall, the food quality was just average, and I don’t see myself returning here.

We recently visited this restaurant for their Saturday buffet, and the experience was exceptional. The food was truly outstanding. As someone from South India, I genuinely felt as though I was dining back in my hometown. The buffet offered an impressive variety of dishes, and each item was prepared to perfection. Everything we tried was flavorful and authentic, making it difficult to decide what to sample next—nothing could be overlooked. I highly recommend this place to anyone who appreciates authentic South Indian cuisine.

Extraordinary is the word....King fish fry was the ultimate. Excellent hospitality by Krish.. Highly recommended..Thali was too good