Best Thosai in Johor Bahru (JB)

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Thosai, a renowned South Indian dish that is widely celebrated among Malaysians, commonly for the start of the day. The thick rice batter which is adroitly fermented and infused with lentils is graciously gyrated over a sizzling griddle, forming a paper-thin, delicate and flavourful crepe. It’s usually accompanied by a range of titivating curries and chutneys for a thrilling spice ride. Oh yes, it does not only look like a plain canvas, but it acts like one as spicy potatoes, onions, egg, lashes of ghee and many other condiments are known to bring it a notch further. Foraging for the finest in Johor Bahru? Keep scrolling and salivating. 

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    Bindu Curry HousePork free d90bfb235d64e73ff14d8ad65b89aaab71a3af43962907cb9cd494af0a63fa21

    This widely vaunted restaurant offers a true Indian gastronomic jaunt in a charming and sophisticated atmosphere. If thosai is your pick, you're absolutely in safe hands. Couple of variants are on the menu but the standout has to be their rava thosaiThe batter is flooded with diced onions, green chillies, carrots and crushed black pepper, then dropped onto the griddle in a slapdash way. This forms tiny pockets that offer a tad of crispness at each mouthful. Dunk the rugged-like crepe into their homemade chutneys and curry of your choice for optimal satisfaction. 

    Tips

    Add their meat and seafood sambals

    Things to expect

    Authentic Indian cuisine

    Best with

    Juices

    Price

    RM3.00 to RM10.00

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    Bindu Curry House View restaurant

    56, 57 & 58, Jalan Abdul Samad, 80100 , Johor Bahru, Johor
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    +607-2222855

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    08:00AM—08:00PM
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    Agneey's Cuisine

    Agneey's Cuisine is easily spotted with the mahogany awnings and huge signboard along Jalan Titiwangsa. This commodious restaurant is habitually filled with hordes of clienteles all yearning to chomp down a sheer spread of Indian cuisine. And among the headliners are thosais, which come in various forms that are equally satisfying. The plain crepe is pleasantly good but you'll have to look beyond if you yearn for that additional oomph. Either generously filled with spicy potatoes or infused with julienned onions, spices and green chillies, nothing is short of savoury. The platter is then filled to the brim with curry, coconut and spicy chutneys.

    Tips

    Make reservations if you're bringing in a big group

    Things to expect

    Charming ambiance

    Best with

    Masala tea

    Price

    RM3.00 to RM10.00

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    Agneey's Cuisine View restaurant

    33, Jalan Titiwangsa 3/3, Taman Tampoi Indah, 81200 , Johor Bahru, Johor
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    072355063

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    10:00AM—10:00PM
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    Restoran Sayed

    A typical hangout spot for locals, be it football matches, chit-chats or whenever the stomach growls for a feast. This brightly-lid restaurant encourages patrons to devour thosai at any time of the day. Served straight from the griddle, the crispy-edged crepe complements any curry of your choice and assorted chutneys that add a zesty punch. Another scoring point is there portion, it often exceeds the size of the platter. Downright value for money.

    Tips

    Get their mixed curries

    Things to expect

    Widespread choices

    Best with

    Teh Tarik

    Price

    RM2.00 to RM10.00

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    Restoran Sayed View restaurant

    7, Jalan Persisiran Perling 1, Taman Perling, 81200, Johor Bahru, Johor
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    072354752

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    12:00AM—12:00AM
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    7 Spices Indian CuisinePork free d90bfb235d64e73ff14d8ad65b89aaab71a3af43962907cb9cd494af0a63fa21

    This famous restaurant has never failed to hog the headlines in Johor Bahru, offering mélange of South and North Indian through the food and ambience. Their thosais are among the best sellers on the menu - either loaded with potato masala or onions, glazed with ghee or the simply the plain version, it's pretty tough to pick the winner. The gilded brown surface of the pancake is crispy and the interior is lacy. Their freshly grated chutneys just elevate the whole pick and dip experience. The thosais do come in a big portion, yet if you’re craving for a bit of everything, opt for their breakfast platter -  just adorn the picture above. 

    Tips

    Make reservations if you're bringing in a big crowd

    Things to expect

    An ambiance that transports you to India

    Best with

    Lassi

    Price

    RM5.00 to RM20.00

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    7 Spice Indian Cuisine View restaurant

    G-01, Block 5, Danga Bay, Jalan Skudai, 80200, Johor Bahru, Johor
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    +607-2356969

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    12:00PM—10:00PM
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    Nilla Banana Leaf Restaurant

    Regarded as one of the favourite breakfast spots for locals for breakfast fix, Nilla Banna Leaf Restaurant is constantly filled with big eaters. Regulars never miss their lusciously made thosais, which is served with sides of dhal, and spicy chutneys. The bottom half of the crepe is resoundingly crisp and the padding in the middle is fairly soft, absorbing all the flavours once the curries are ladled. Complete your indulgence with thosai’s best pal, piping hot vadai

    Tips

    Get in early to cut the parking troubles

    Things to expect

    Humble joint

    Best with

    Coffee

    Price

    RM2.00 to RM10.00

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    Nilla Banana Leaf Restaurant View restaurant

    3, Jalan Ungku Puan, 80000, Johor Bahru, Johor
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    072275722

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    08:00AM—10:00PM
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    Restoran Al-FalahHalal a81b201f94b2180a29928950eefa06850871fc85c2ba8fcb39753bdbcdfb49cfCertified
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    This bustling eatery is where locals gather over to charm their taste buds with a smorgasbord of dishes, where thosai is among the pride that makes up most orders in the morning. The crispy and crumbly crepe is pleasantly pleated and served with lip-smacking curry, coconut and tomato chutney. Wrap up your meal with a lathered teh tarik that enlivens the aftertaste of the spicy concoctions. 

    Tips

    24 hours joint

    Things to expect

    Easy on the wallet dishes

    Best with

    Teh Tarik

    Price

    RM2.00 to RM10.00

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    Restoran Al-Falah View restaurant

    Taman Kebuh Teh (Jalan Kebuh Teh), 80350 , Johor Bahru, Johor
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    Tips

    The restaurant is closed every month for the 1st and 2nd Mondays.

    Things to expect

    Comfortable interior, great food for a great price.

    Best with

    Thosai with fish head curry for maximum flavour.

    Price

    RM1.50 to RM8.00

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    The Kittengi View restaurant

    24, Jalan Serampang, Taman Tebrau Jaya , 80400, Johor Bahru, Johor
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