Dosa Hut Review: Best South Indian Restaurant in Wolverhampton?
Dosa Hut is a restaurant on Dudley Road, Wolverhampton, specialising in dosa and other popular South Indian dishes.
According to the official website, Dosa Hut has “over 15 years of experience in exceeding guest expectations in South Indian gastronomic fare”, and that the Dosa Hut menu “proudly showcases the most successful and popular foods ever sold in the UK’s South Indian restaurants.”
Having travelled around India four times, I discovered a new-found love of South Indian food whilst there, and I can safely say without a doubt it’s among the most delicious food I’ve ever tasted (from a decade of travelling in 49 countries).
With the hype surrounding Dosa Hut Wolverhampton, I went to see for myself just how good the food and service are at this establishment, whether it lives up to the hype, and if it is as good as the authentic food I ate during my time in India.
Find out below what Ariel and I rated this restaurant, any setbacks we had, and whether Dosa Hut Wolverhampton is worth the visit.
Dosa Hut: Our Overall Ratings:
Billy: ★★★★☆ 4/5 stars
Ariel: ★★★☆☆ 3.5/5 stars
Dosa Hut Wolverhampton opening times:
- Sunday and Monday: 1pm til 10pm
- Tuesday-Thursday: 12pm til 10pm
- Friday and Saturday: 12pm til 11pm
Dosa Hut Wolverhampton contact:
- Address: 314 Dudley Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, United Kingdom, WV2 3JY
- Phone number: 01902 824595
Dosa Hut Map Location
What is dosa?
First things first, you might be asking what is dosa? It’s a type of fermented crepe or a pancake that’s a hugely popular dish in South Indian cuisine. Dosa is made from a batter of ground rice and lentils which is then poured onto a hot griddle or tawa, and cooked until crispy.
They have a variety of fillings ranging from spiced potatoes, paneer (Indian cheese), cashew nuts, vegetables, and even meat. They are also usually served with accompaniments like chutneys and a dish of sambhar.
Dosas are usually served quite large so that a single dosa constitutes a main meal and is quite filling.
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Dosa Hut Menu
The Dosa Hut: our experience
On arrival at Dosa Hut a member of staff will greet you and usher you to a free table. (I actually booked in advance as they are sometimes quite busy, but I arrived at 4pm and it was fairly quiet).
Looking at the menu I see a vast range of options for starters, mains, and desserts. Having already been familiar with South Indian food, I knew what I wanted to order so my wife and I picked a starter and main each and placed our orders.
For starters we actually went for an option that’s popular in North India. Firstly – Dahi Poori; a type of crispy thin puff balls with a filling of boiled potato and topped with a combination of sweet, sour, and spicy chutneys along with onion, sev, and beaten curd (dahi).
I had something similar to this numerous times previously called Pani Poori, which is the same crispy puff balls but with a more savoury filling of potato, onion, coriander, and a spicy tamarind sauce. So I knew a sweet version of this wouldn’t disappoint, and my goodness was it something to behold.
You get six balls for Dahi poori, and you’re meant to eat one whole, each time. The result is an explosion in the mouth that hits your taste buds in every way – tingly, sour, spicy, sweet, crunchy, and savoury. It truly is a delight.
The second starter we had was the Aloo Tikka Chaat. This is crisp, spiced potato cutlets served with diced onions, tomatoes, and chickpeas, and topped with creamy yogurt and tangy chutney blend. This one is warmer and offers more of a filling mouthful that’s just as delicious.
Moving onto the mains, we ordered a dosa dish each: my wife had the Mysore Masala Dosa, which had a filling of beetroot, onion, and potato stuffing, whilst I had the Dosa Hut Special, consisting of paneer, potato, cashew nuts, and Dosa Hut’s own spices. Both dishes came with a selection of chutneys and a bowl of sambhar each.
To wash the food down we ordered a chilled lassi. I opted for the salted one instead of the sweet one.
When the dosas were served we were impressed by how enormous they are, they made the large plates they were on look small.
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The verdict
Both Ariel and I finished our dosas and found them quite filling. It’s safe to say they did not disappoint at all.
The crepes were warm, thin, and crisp, and the fillings were generous and extremely tasty – they had all the textures from soft to chewy to crunchy, and I could personally have eaten them without the side servings of chutneys and sambhar.
Speaking of which, the three chutneys were an added delight: the green one had a tangy punch, made of ginger and herbs. The orange one was spicy and a tad sweet, and the white one, which I could muster had a cream, was cool, which balanced out the heat of the others.
The sambhar was delicious and I could have had it as a kind of soup on its own, given how rich and tasty it was.
Food rating: ★★★★☆4/5 stars
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The Dosa Hut: vibes and atmosphere
There is a very relaxed vibe inside the Dosa Hut, with quiet chatter of customers, and it wasn’t busy when we were there at around 4:30pm.
There was a TV on near the bar playing Bollywood classics on a low volume, and as we were seated by the window there was an ambient, quiet waterfall sound due to the mini waterfall feature on the windowsill. There are nice, warm colors predominantly brown, with lots of bamboo decor and features.
Decor and atmosphere rating: ★★★☆☆ 3.5/5 stars
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The Dosa Hut staff
The staff was kind and helpful, ensuring we were happy with our food, and they were prompt in serving us in good time.
Service & waiting time rating: ★★★★☆ 3.8/5 stars
Affordability
Our orders came to a total of £29 – which included two starters, two mains, and one drink (bottled water came free). We found this to be a very reasonable and affordable price, given the good quality of the food.
Affordability rating: ★★★★☆ 4/5 stars
Dosa Hut price range: ££ / mid-range
Any setbacks?
Personally, I found my visit to be positive and could not really fault the experience. However, during our visit, Ariel went to the restrooms and unfortunately, she found them to be of poor hygiene standards. This is reflected in her overall rating of Dosa Hut Wolverhampton.
Restroom / toilets rating: ★★☆☆☆ 2/5 stars
Overall, Ariel and I were highly satisfied with the food we ate, we found the staff to be friendly, and we were not made to wait too long. We found the prices reflected the service and food quality. The only setback was the restrooms, which the management could improve.
Was it as good as the dosas I had in India? I was actually quite impressed by the quality and taste of the dosas here and I would say it’s nearly as good, considering the fact that dosas in south India are obviously the most authentic you’ll find anywhere.
Our Overall Ratings:
Billy: ★★★★☆ 4/5 stars
Ariel: ★★★☆☆ 3.5/5 stars
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Dosa Hut Wolverhampton delivery:
Dosa Hut offers delivery as well as collection from the restaurant. Delivery is available within a 5-mile radius of the restaurant and the minimum order for delivery is £30. Delivery within 0-3 miles is free, and within 3-5 miles an additional charge of £3 is applied.
Dosa Hut’s delivery service is as follows:
- Monday-Thursday: 5pm-9:45pm
- Friday and Saturday: 3pm-10:45pm
- Sunday: 3pm-9:45pm
You can place an order for delivery via https://dosahut.yatakeaway.com/app/
Does Dosa Hut have vegan and/or vegetarian options?
There are numerous vegan options on the menu as indicated by the (V) symbol, plus there is a ‘vegan on request’ option for several orders indicated by the (VR) symbol. There are also several gluten-free options as indicated by the (GF) symbol.
Is Dosa Hut accessible for people with disabilities?
There are no steps at the entrance and there is a slight ramp inside which makes Dosa Hut accessible to wheelchair users.
Moreover, due to my hearing loss and my being technically a person with a disability, I found the overall experience went smoothly, as I could communicate with the waiting staff by using a mobile note app, gesturing, and even just pointing at the menu when placing my order.
Is dosa vegan?
Traditionally, dosa is vegan. It is made with a batter of ground rice and lentils, and is cooked on a griddle or tawa. However, some variations of dosa may include non-vegan ingredients such as ghee (clarified butter) and yogurt. Additionally, some restaurants may serve dosa with non-vegan fillings or accompaniments such as meat or cheese. It is always a good idea to check with the restaurant or vendor if you have any dietary restrictions.
What is dosa?
Dosa is a type of fermented crepe or a pancake that’s a hugely popular dish in South Indian cuisine. It’s made from a batter of ground rice and lentils which is then poured onto a hot griddle or tawa, and cooked until crispy.
They have a variety of fillings ranging from spiced potatoes, paneer (Indian cheese), cashew nuts, vegetables, and even meat. They are also usually served with accompaniments like chutneys and a dish of sambhar.
Dosas are usually served quite large so that a single dosa constitutes a main meal and is quite filling.
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