Discover South Indian Cuisine that's Beyond Delicious
Embark on a flavorful journey rich in tradition and vibrant spices.
Madras Bistro: Five Regions, One Extraordinary Table
Step into a world where spices whisper ancient secrets and aromas tell tales of distant shores. At Madras Bistro, the diverse culinary heritage of South India comes alive on your plate—a gastronomic tapestry woven from the traditions of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Sri Lanka. Our kitchen celebrates this rich mosaic of regional cuisines, where coastal treasures meet inland specialties in a harmonious expression of flavor.
In this tropical paradise, the climate nurtures abundant coconut groves and rice fields, giving birth to a culinary tradition that celebrates fresh ingredients and complex flavors. Unlike the heavy, cream-based dishes familiar to many, South Indian cuisine is a delicate dance of spices, featuring iconic dishes like crispy dosas, soft idlis, and tangy sambars that speak to centuries of culinary innovation. Each bite tells a story of coastal markets, family traditions, and a deep connection to the land.
Discover our menu
Our menu is a collection of the most popular dishes from south india.
Set Dosa
PLN 28.00Soft, thin rice and lentil crepes served as a set with a spicy chutney.
Masala Uttapam (Best Seller)
PLN 31.00Crispy rice and lentil pancake with onions, tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices.
Classic Dosa
PLN 33.00Classic dosa is a thin, crispy crepe made from fermented rice and lentil batter, served with chutneys and sambar
Ghee Dosa
PLN 35.00Crisp, thin rice and chickpea crepes, pan-fried and served with aromatic accompaniments.
Cheese Dosa
PLN 45.00A crisp, thin rice and lentil crepe filled with spicy cheese.
Mysore Masala Dosa
PLN 41.00Spicy variant of dosa filled with a flavorful potato and beetroot filling, spread with a spicy red chutney, and served with coconut chutney and sambar.
Masala Dosa
PLN 39.00Crisp rice crepe filled with spicy potato mix, served with flavorful chutneys.
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"Warte odwiedzenia bistro dla fanów indyjskich smaków. Serwuje się tu kuchnię indyjską oraz z północy Sri Lanki. Zjadłem tu pyszny milk chicken z aromatycznym ryżem jeera. Bistro jest małe (3 stoliki) i skromne, ale można posłuchać hitów indyjskiej muzyki."
"My husband and I chanced upon this restaurant last Thursday whilst on a short break to Krakow from the UK. This small eatery with just 2 or 3 tables is run by the very friendly and obliging owner/chef and is conveniently located facing Ghetto Heroes Square. The Masala Uttapam, Masala Dosa, Kerala Chicken Curry, Chicken Roast and Masala Chai that we had were absolutely delicious. I highly recommend this restaurant to any lovers of South Indian food."
"Absolutely mouthwatering food! The owner (also the chef) is extremely passionate about the customers experience, and you can feel his expertise in every bite. Highly recommend the ghee dosa (he made it extra crispy for us on request). It tastes like home, is SO authentic. The only downside is that I'll miss the food terribly when I leave Kraków!"
"If you're looking for a place that serves real Malabar food, this is definitely the spot. Highly recommended for anyone craving a taste of home!"