Chamara Asanka I recently visited Saravana Bhavan in Wantirna for a weekday lunch and it was a bit of a mixed experience compared to my previous visits. Having dined here a few times before, I’ve always enjoyed the consistent quality of their South Indian vegetarian food. However, this particular trip stood out for two specific reasons.
First, the service was incredibly fast. We were seated and served within minutes of ordering. Usually, there can be a bit of a wait during the lunch rush, but this time our Gobi Manchurian and Masala Dosas arrived at the table almost before we had finished our conversation. It was impressively efficient, which is perfect if youre on a lunch break. The food, as expected, was delicious and fresh.
The second thing I couldnt help but notice was the absence of their robot server. If youve been to this location before, you might remember the cute robot that used to shuttle dishes to the tables, which was always a fun touch, especially for kids. It seems like they might have retired it or it was out of service that day. While it didnt take away from the taste of the food, it did make the atmosphere feel a little more "standard" than during my previous visits. The human staff were polite and handled the quick service well, but I did miss that little novelty.
Overall, it’s still a solid spot for authentic Indian food in Wantirna. The quick service was a plus, even if the robot was MIA. Three of us had a satisfying meal without any delays. I’ll definitely be back for the food, though Ill be keeping an eye out to see if the little guy makes a comeback!
5 /5