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Saapaaduu

South Indian, Vegan Menu, Outdoor Seating

Worth ordering: #4 Dosa in San Jose

Try the Kal Dosa with Vadakari for a vegan-friendly dish.

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Top tips

  • Good to know: Expect slower service during busy weekday evenings.
  • Vegan items are clearly listed on the menu for easy selection.
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  • Enjoy outdoor seating when weather permits.
  • Portions are generous, especially for rice and curry dishes.

People mention

Bread, chatti choru and kothu parotta.

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Also biryani, chai latte, karuppu chakra pongal, lassi, mixed veg kurma, pav bhaji and roti.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, beautiful interior and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for fast service, generous portions and good value.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout

About

Saapaaduu serves South Indian cuisine with a focus on authentic dishes like Chatti Choru and Kothu Parotta. The restaurant has a casual setting with outdoor seating and uses brass cutlery for presentation. Vegan dishes such as vegetable kurma, idli, and street-style mushrooms are clearly marked on the menu, and portions are generous with good quality ingredients.

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5968 Silver Creek Valley Rd #20, San Jose, CA 95138

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:30–14:30, 17:30–21:30
Wednesday
11:30–14:30, 17:30–21:30
Thursday
11:30–14:30, 17:30–21:30
Friday
11:30–14:30, 17:30–21:30
Saturday
11:30–14:30, 17:30–21:30
Sunday
11:30–14:30, 17:30–21:30

the food

4.4 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Friendly
protein
mushrooms, lentils, vegetable kurma
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