Welcome to Flying Idlis
**OUR STORY**
At Flying Idlis, we bring the heart of South Indian cuisine to Santa Clara through our vibrant food truck. Nestled at the intersection of El Camino Real and San Tomas, we serve authentic Andhra-style dishes made with fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Our signature items, like the immensely popular Benne Masala Dosa and the Ghee Karam Idli, showcase the rich traditions of Indian cooking, delivering unparalleled taste sensations. Customers rave about our Irani Chai and well-crafted combos, all at accessible prices. Whether it’s a casual meal or a quick snack, Flying Idlis promises an engaging culinary experience that leaves you craving more.
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2369 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95050 Hotline: (510) 461-6902
Welcome to the vibrant world of Flying Idlis, your go-to food truck for authentic Indian cuisine nestled at 2369 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA. With a passion for serving traditional South Indian dishes, this delightful eatery has quickly captured the hearts and taste buds of locals and visitors alike.
Flying Idlis is not just a food truck; it’s a culinary adventure that brings the fiery flavors of India's Andhra cuisine to the Bay Area. From their signature Benne Masala Dosa to spicy Vijayawada Idli, every dish is crafted with care, delivering a blend of authentic spices and textures that will transport you straight to the streets of South India.
- Combo Delights: Their Combo 1 features a satisfying meal with 1 Medu Vada, 2 Idlis, and 6 Punugulu—all for just $9.99!
- Must-Try Favorites: Don't miss the crispy Mysore Masala Dosa and the aromatic Karvepaku Karam Idli, both bursting with flavor and sure to satisfy your cravings.
- Warm Beverages: Pair your meal with an Irani Chai—smooth and fragrant, it is the ideal complement to any spicy dish.
As I delved into the rich, varied menu, standout items included the crispy Tawa Bonda and the delectable Pesarattu Dosa. Each dish is prepared to emphasize bold flavors without overwhelming the palate, making them perfect for casual dining or a quick takeaway.
The dining experience at Flying Idlis compliments its menu with a laid-back atmosphere. Guests can enjoy their meals at heated outdoor seating, adding an inviting touch to the overall experience, even on cooler days. The friendly service ensures that each order is handled with the utmost care, making you feel right at home.
Whether you're stopping by for a quick snack or a leisurely meal, Flying Idlis offers an array of vegetarian and vegan options that make it an inclusive dining destination. Their emphasis on quality and presentation certainly sets a high bar among food trucks in the area.
Don’t just take my word for it; patrons rave about the delightful offerings, describing them as “the best dosa of my life” and “authentic South Indian goodness.” It’s clear that this food truck is making a remarkable impact on the local food scene. I highly recommend stopping by Flying Idlis, where each bite promises to be a delicious journey through South India.
For those looking for a tantalizing experience filled with authentic flavors, visit Flying Idlis at 2369 El Camino Real in Santa Clara, and indulge in their diverse menu. Your taste buds will thank you!
Loved the food- had the dosas and chai and it was really good.. especially their benne dosa!
I very rarely write any review. But this one is exceptional. I had the best dosa of my life here today. The Benne Masala Dosa, pure delight and the most tastiest dosa. Also, I had the vijayawada idli the other day and that was very nice and spicy too. Their food beats any restaurant food by a mile. Masala Tea after eating the spicy vijayawada idlies was simply great.
Bold flavors, perfect textures, and authentic South Indian goodness, Flying Idlis is the place to be! Every dish is packed with taste, and the quality is top-notch. Favorites: Mysore Masala Dosa - Crispy, flavorful, and filled with just the right amount of spice. Karvepaku Karam Idli - Bursting with flavor, the curry leaf spice mix takes this to another level. Ghee Podi Idli & Ghee Karam Dosa- The rich aroma of ghee combined with the spicy podi is pure comfort food. Irani Chai- Smooth, fragrant, and hands down one of the best I've had. Mango Lassi - Creamy, refreshing, and the perfect balance of sweetness. Everything is made with care, and the flavors are bold without being overpowering. Whether you're here for breakfast, lunch, or a quick chai break, Flying Idlis delivers on taste and texture every time. Definitely adding this to my go-to list for South Indian food. Highly recommend! #FlyingIdlis #SouthIndianFood #BestDosa #IraniChai #MangoLassi
SERVICE - located in a parking lot on the intersection of el Camino real and San Tomas - parking available for around 10 cars - seating provided in heated tent - food served as it is ready rather than all together in one order - our buzzer was not working so the worker called to us from his truck window - good for a casual meal MENU - andhra style South Indian food - vegetarian and vegan options available - well priced ($10 for a combo) FOOD - tawa bonda (9/10): small fried rice and lentil balls sautéed in spices and green chili. I really liked this dish. It makes a great snack or shareable between a few people. The bonda are fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside, even after being coated in spices. Highly recommend trying this one. - masala mirchi bajji (8/10): six pieces of fried green chili filled with potato mixture and topped with onions, carrots, and peanuts. I had not seen mirchi bajji made like this but it was definitely a must try. The chili is not super spicy, more like a jalapeño. I liked the addition of carrots for sweetness and peanuts for a nutty crunch. - hyderabadi bandi dosa (5/10): dosa filled with upma and a special masala powder. This was my least favorite of the dishes we ordered but mostly because I am not a huge fan of using upma as the filling for a dosa. If the same flavors were used in a potato masala I would have liked it more. - special flying idli (6/10): mini idli cooked in a spicy gravy. The flavors in this are a nice blend of chili and warming spices. While I liked the concept, the idlis fell apart due to the moisture. - combo 1 (8/10): 2 idlis, 1 vada, and 6 punugulu. If you want a no frills way to try a few things from the menu, get this. Each of the components are exactly what you would expect. *all dishes served with peanut chutney, ginger pickle, and mixed vegetable sambar* WOULD I GO BACK? Yes! The food was very flavorful and I liked how they had a heated seating area
Brrr! It was 52° outside, but we wanted to eat somewhere and the name of this place always makes us smile. So we ventured out to it. Our orders: Mirchi Bhajji, Pesarattu Dosa and Combo. The Mirchi came piping hot. Plump, battered and deep-fried chilis. The batter had a little dusting that left a delicious salty taste on the fingers. The dosa and combo both come with a ginger chutney, peanut chutney and sambar. I especially liked the peanut chutney. Nice change from the coconut version the Karna-takans are known for (hi wife! ). Inside joke. The dosa came as a square packet rather than a cylinder. I like the packet format. The combo is a vada, 2 flightless idli and 6 pongulu. All nicely hot. I'm not vegetarian so I expected to be hungry after but I'm nicely full. This is a food truck with several tables outside, but we sat in the car given the chill There was a chaat food truck across the lot and my wife had some pani puri there. She said it was good. I passed on it because of the temperature. I'll be back and take better pics. We were hungry.
Tried them yesterday for the first time. Interesting concept to find South Indian food truck in the bay area. Liked the following items - Ghee mini idli: soft and well made - Poori: crispy and generous portion size. 3 pooris - onion Uttappam: well made good texture - Irani chai: tasting this after a long time - Peanut chutney: delicious Wasn't a fan of their upma pesarattu or their sambar, but that's just me and my taste. Will definitely try them again when in the area
We were really craving punugulu and happened to come across a food truck in Santa Clara, right at the corner of El Camino Real and San Tomas Expwy, near The Off Ramp Bicycle Shop. The great thing about this spot is that there is plenty of space and parking available. They have a few tables with chairs and a couple of high tables where you can stand and eat. We decided to order Punugulu, Poori with Channa Masala, and Pizza Dosa. We started with the Poori and Channa Masala, which turned out to be a delicious combination. The Channa Masala was flavorful and came with three not-too-oily Pooris. Next, we tried the Pizza Dosa, which had a nice homemade pizza taste but was quite greasy. The Punugulu were also good, with a sprinkle of chaat masala on top. The only downside was the sambar and peanut chutney, which didn't taste good and affected the overall flavor. However, the ginger chutney was okay, and we managed with that. Overall, it's a nice spot with tasty food at affordable prices.
We just had food from Flying Idlis. We have been wanting to come for a long time and finally made it. We ordered ghee idli, fried idli, pani puri, sambar vada, onion pesarettu, paneer pakoda and irani chai. All of them were delicious and authentic. We enjoyed the sambar and chutneys as well - peanut chutney and ginger chutney. It wasn't crowded and the service was pretty good. - everyone is friendly and brings food to our table. All the food items were fresh and hot! Will definitely come back to try their poori and other menu items.
The veggie review! Tried the truck twice. Really like the tiny soft idlis, the sambhar, and the chutneys. The dosa was good too. Will try the Irani chai next time. Would definitely stop by again. The location is actually the corner of San Tomas and El Camino, and not Lawrence.