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What to order
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Chicken Tikka Biriyani
Recommended as a must-order dish; it is specifically called out in the reviews as something to eat, and biryani is repeatedly praised at this restaurant.
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Dal Fry
Mentioned directly as a must-order item alongside Chicken Tikka Biriyani, suggesting it is a favored North Indian side dish.
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Butter Chicken
Praised as the best butter chicken in Manipal, making it one of the strongest repeated recommendations for a main dish.
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Butter Naan
Recommended together with the butter chicken and highlighted as excellent, making it a popular pairing with the restaurant’s North Indian gravies.
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Chicken Biryani
Mentioned as a non-vegetarian must-try and supported by multiple reviews that praise the restaurant’s biryani overall.
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Mutton Biryani
Specifically described as a must-eat, showing strong recommendation for its flavor and quality.
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Tandoori Chicken
Called the item ordered most often by one reviewer and described as great, making it a standout repeated favorite.
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Paneer Cheese Tikka
Explicitly labeled a must-try, with reviews suggesting it is one of the restaurant’s best vegetarian starters.
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Falooda
Praised as very tasty and recommended along with the restaurant’s ice creams, making it a popular dessert choice.
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Ice Cream
Mentioned as especially well done and worth visiting for on its own, indicating strong dessert appeal.
Details
About Sai's
Sai's is a North Indian restaurant in Udupi, Karnataka, known for kebabs, roti, biryani, and a mix of veg and non-veg dishes. Reviewers consistently praise the chicken and kebab items, especially chicken tikka biryani, tandoori chicken, butter chicken, and chicken adhraki kebab, along with filling portions and reasonable prices. Several reviews also mention falooda and ice cream as popular finishes to the meal. The restaurant offers dinner and takeout, and reviewers describe the setting as having a dhaba-style feel.
Amenities
Service options
- Takeout
Dining options
- Dinner
Children
- Good for kids
Frequently asked
What is Sai's known for?
Sai's is best known for its kebabs and North Indian chicken dishes, especially chicken tikka biryani, tandoori chicken, chicken sheek kebab, and chicken adhraki kebab. Reviewers also call out butter chicken and falooda as standouts, with many saying the food is flavorful, filling, and consistently good.
What dishes are most recommended at Sai's?
Commonly recommended dishes include chicken tikka biryani, dal fry, butter chicken, butter naan, paneer cheese tikka, sarson ka saag with makki ki roti, and mutton keema. Reviewers also mention prawns ginger chilly, tandoori chicken, and falooda, so both veg and non-veg orders get strong praise.
What is the atmosphere like at Sai's?
The restaurant has a dhaba-style look, with some reviewers saying the ambience is pleasant while others note the seating is a bit uncomfortable and the afternoon heat can be an issue. It is described as a good place for groups of friends and relaxed dinners, with friendly staff and a casual feel.
Is Sai's good value, and what is the price range?
Sai's is in the ₹200–400 range, and reviewers repeatedly describe it as reasonably priced or affordable for the portion size. People mention getting filling meals for about ₹200 per person, with good quality and quantity for the cost.
When is the best time to visit Sai's?
Dinner is a safe time to go, and several reviews say the place gets busy in the evening and service can slow down then. If you want takeout, one review notes parcels can be ready in about 10 minutes, which makes it a practical option when you do not want to wait long.
Is Sai's kid-friendly?
Yes, Sai's is good for kids.
