About Dakshinayan

WHO WE ARE

Founded in 2005, on a deep love for authentic South Indian flavours, Dakshinayan is a culinary brand dedicated to preserving and celebrating the diverse traditions of Southern Indian cuisine. Since its inception, Dakshinayan has been committed to bringing honest, homestyle recipes to diners in an atmosphere that feels both comforting and culturally rooted.

HOW IT STARTED

Our journey began with a single vision: to create a space where every plate tells a story, every bite feels like home, and every guest is welcomed with the same warmth you’d find around a family table. From humble, hand-crafted idlis to delicate appams and robust filter kaapi, we serve dishes that honour tradition while adapting to modern expectations of quality and consistency.

WHERE WE ARE TODAY

Today, Dakshinayan operates beloved restaurants across Ahmedabad and Mumbai, each known for their dedication to authenticity, impeccable service, and a heartfelt dining experience. Alongside our dine-in legacy, Dakshinayan Foods Pvt. Ltd. is expanding into carefully curated packaged products, like our premium dosa batters and traditional spice blends, designed to bring the Dakshinayan experience into your own kitchen.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

At the core of Dakshinayan is an unwavering belief that food is more than sustenance — it is memory, heritage, and connection. We aim to nurture those connections through thoughtfully prepared meals and a hospitality philosophy rooted in care and respect.

THE DAKSHINAYAN WAY

Whether you’re visiting us for a steaming bowl of rasam on a busy weekday or picking up a podi masala box to recreate a family classic at home, Dakshinayan is all about one thing:

real south indian,made with heart.

What We Stand For

Mission

To bring authentic South Indian cuisine to the world with warmth, tradition and genuine hospitality

Vision

To become the most trusted name in South Indian culinary experiences