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Jayalakshmi South Indian Cuisine
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Jayalakshmi South Indian Cuisine

265 King St E, Kitchener, ON N2G 4N4, Canada • $10 to $20 • +1 519-208-0086

Business Info

Service options

  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • No Wheelchair accessible entrance

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Halal food
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Organic dishes
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Parking

About Jayalakshmi South Indian Cuisine

Jayalakshmi South Indian Cuisine is a dining venue located at 265 King St E, Kitchener, ON N2G 4N4, Canada. Its name identifies the restaurant with South Indian cuisine, while its address places it on King Street East in Kitchener, Ontario. For anyone searching for Jayalakshmi South Indian Cuisine in Kitchener, the street number and postal code identify the venue’s location.

The restaurant’s contact number is +1 519-208-0086. Readers seeking further information can use this number to contact the venue with questions about its menu, opening hours, or dining arrangements. Those planning a visit can refer to the full address, including postal code N2G 4N4, when looking up directions to Jayalakshmi South Indian Cuisine on King Street East.

Guest Experiences

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Vedant Gharat

Top notch food, outstanding service and a nice family vibe. This restaurant had all and I loved it. We ordered masala dosa, medu vada, puri bhaji and chai and everything was on point. Their chutneys were also good, especially the sambhar. Service was nice and quick. Only one downside I hated is their water bottles and it was so unhygienic and had water marks like they were not washed for years. I’m shocked they could just serve it or give it to customers which turned my experience a bit sour.

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Hemangi Pandya

Absolutely loved this place! The dosas are incredibly delicious and very reasonably priced. We tried the Mumbai Mysore Masala Dosa and it’s a must-try!! perfectly crisp with amazing flavor. The sambar tastes truly authentic, which just elevates the whole experience. The staff are super friendly and clearly know their dosas inside out, which makes the whole experience even better. Definitely coming back for more!

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Raghunath K R

Jayalakshmi South Indian Cuisine was a wonderful dining experience and truly captured the authentic flavors of South India. We ordered a variety of dishes including dosa, parotta, ghee pongal, rose milk, and mango juice, and every single item was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. The dosa was crisp on the outside and soft inside, served with delicious chutneys and sambar that tasted homemade. The ghee pongal was rich, comforting, and aromatic, with the perfect balance of ghee and spices. The parotta was soft, flaky, and paired beautifully with the curry. The rose milk and mango juice were refreshing and not overly sweet. I even brought my North Indian friend along, and he absolutely loved the dosa, which says a lot about the quality and authenticity of the food. Overall, this place is a must-visit for anyone who wants genuine South Indian cuisine with great taste and satisfying portions.

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Ranmeet singh Khanuja

If you’re looking for authentic mouth watering South Indian taste. I would bet this place is the one you’ll be looking for. The mix of spices is just perfect. I’m a resident of Kitchener and tried almost every South Indian restaurant out there but this one pulled me back every time. The number 1 recommendation for South Indian cuisines. Must tries are idli sambar (you’ll fall in love with the sambar) and biryani’s (all of them).

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Vythrey Narayanam

Always a great experience coming to Jayalakshmi. Feels like home and the taste always takes us back to India. Service: Jyothi was welcoming, quick and prompt at responding even when restaurant was busy. We ordered gobi Manchurian and requested for small cut pieces deeply roasted they noted and delivered it perfect. Food: Onion rava masala dosa was delicious crisp but soft in between as it should be. Gobi Manchurian is great (ask them to put roast and small pieces of Gobi and you will love it)

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George Jolly

Visited Jayalakshmi South Indian Restaurant in Kitchener recently and had a really good experience. The food was excellent and truly authentic South Indian style. We tried the Masala Kalakki, Chilli Bajji, Chettinad Chicken Dum Biriyani, and Chettinad Chicken 65 Biriyani. Everything was prepared fresh, served hot, and tasted delicious. The Masala Kalakki was flavorful and perfectly cooked, while the Chilli Bajji had the right balance of spice and crispiness. Both biriyanis were satisfying and packed with flavor. The Chicken Dum Biriyani came with two good-sized chicken pieces, and the Chicken 65 Biriyani had around 6–7 pieces of Chicken 65, which was generous and tasty. You could really tell the food was freshly made and not reheated. This is definitely a good place to try if you enjoy authentic South Indian food. They also have a wide variety of dosa options on the menu, giving plenty of choices for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. Another nice touch was the small kids menu, which makes it family friendly as well. Parking was convenient too. There is free street parking available, and there’s also an adjacent parking lot that I believe is free for restaurant customers. Overall, great food, fresh preparation, good portions, and authentic taste. Would definitely visit again to try more dishes from their menu.

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Prit patel

We visited this place today as a group of five for dine-in, and it was a great experience. We ordered five dosas, one medu vada, and two filter coffees- everything tasted really good. We often try dosa spots in Kitchener, but this one truly stood out. As a Gujarati, I’d definitely recommend it. The sambar and chutney were also delicious. The staff was also friendly and welcoming. This will definitely be our new go-to place for dosa!

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J A

My sister and I stopped by Jayalakshmi for lunch, and wow what an absolute gem! From the moment our food arrived, we could tell everything was made fresh. We ordered dosas, and they were perfectly crisp on the outside, soft inside, and packed with so much flavor. The chutneys and sambar tasted homemade and fresh, which made the whole experience even better. What really stood out was how quick the service was without sacrificing quality. The food came out fast, hot, and delicious perfect for a lunch outing. Every bite was so yummy and satisfying! I honestly wish they had more than three locations because they’re all a bit far from me, but it’s 100% worth the drive. We’ll definitely be back again (and probably craving it until then)! Highly recommend if you’re looking for fresh, flavorful South Indian food.

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