Sagar Ratna, Defence Colony
12 people recommendvia r/delhi·16 comments quoted below
What people say, in short
A long-running South Indian chain that people consistently recommend, with the Defence Colony branch named most often and the Ashok Vihar and Ashoka Hotel branches also praised. Commenters highlight the dosas and steady quality across branches, and one praises the chutney selection. The main caveat is service: two commenters say staff hover over diners or hurry you out once you finish.
Address
Sagar Ratna, 18 Main Market, Defence Colony, New Delhi, Delhi 110024, India
At a glance
- Signature dishes
- Paneer butter masala dosa, Ghee podi masala dosa
- Best for
- Family, Vegetarian
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
Lists it as a good place where sambar isn't sweet
Recommends this branch for dosa.
Suggested as a pure veg option for the family dinner.
Only finds Sagar Ratna's sambar sweet, unlike other places in Delhi
Recommends the paneer butter masala dosa and chai at the Defence Colony branch.
Good, but they rush you out the moment you finish eating.
Says the Ashok Vihar branch is the best.
As a South Indian, finds it closest to home; heavenly chutney collection.
Considers the dosa decent and close to what you get in Bangalore.
Recommends it alongside Saravana Bhavan.
Settled for its commercial food due to the long line elsewhere.
Recommends this branch specifically.
Says it has the best dosa.
The only South Indian food they love.
Finds the Lodhi Road branch somewhat special, and says other branches serve decent quality food too.
Personal favourite, likes the ghee podi masala dosa
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Last verified 18/10/2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.