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Udupi Palace

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Local(301) 434-1531

1329 University Blvd E
Takoma Park, MD 20912

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Udupi Palace
Local(301) 434-1531

1329 University Blvd E
Takoma Park, MD 20912

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Udupi Palace in Langley Park is a three star Indian restaurant. It's known for its vegetarian offerings. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a family atmosphere. This restaurant is inexpensive. Try the sambar.

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Yelp.com Review - by Dora F.

2.0 of 5 stars. The parking is from hell. Be very careful when driving here because the strip it is on has the highest rate of pedestrian deaths in the entire region due to the custom of the local immigrant community...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Nico P.

4.0 of 5 stars. A very tasty veggie buffet -- nothing was incredible, a few of the offerings seemed watered down, and the strip mall motif takes a bit away. But the range of dishes offered is broader than most...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Sara M.

5.0 of 5 stars. If I could marry a restaurant, Udupi Palace would be front-runner for my groom. I love this place. It's South Indian cuisine, which means the food is vegetarian. The menu is extensive and I haven't...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Minger M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'm a big fan of buffets, particularly for Indian food as I love the assortment of flavors in one meal. Udupi Palace does have a good buffet but it may not be the best representation of their...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris A.

3.0 of 5 stars. Maybe the regular menu would have been a better choice - the thali left us wishing we'd gone to Woodland's buffet instead.
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by vena v.

5.0 of 5 stars. Dreamy pongal avail - rice with cashews and coconut sauce. The large thali is huge and delicious.
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by L C.

5.0 of 5 stars. We eat here far too often, but it's just so delicious!! Our typical order is baghan bartha and extra spicy chana masala with a paratha, but you really can't go wrong here. It is in a really crappy...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Molly S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Hot damn! Udupi Palace is one of my two favorite Indian restaurants. Off the f*ckin' charts! Not like this hasn't been said already, but every Saturday/Sunday Udupi does this ridiculously delicious...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Brian R.

4.0 of 5 stars. I had a lentil pancake thing that was more the size of a pizza.The former president of India recommends this place. When has he ever led us astray?
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica P.

3.0 of 5 stars. I actually came across this place when I got lost in the area and was hungry deciding to just rest a bit from being a little frazzled I went inside and I was greeted . I sat down and they gave me...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by olivia d.

3.0 of 5 stars. On Feb. 25, I gave up meat for Lent. I became a raging ball of irritation and insatiation. No food was tasty enough or filling enough and everybody was getting on my nerves. It was like PMS with roid...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Rachel Z.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is my favorite restaurant. Period. Hands down. I no longer live in the area but I make a point to come eat here every time I'm in town. All the dishes are vegetarian, which makes me happy, since...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by suma s.

1.0 of 5 stars. I am surprised at all the good reviews this place has! I have been to Udupi Palace 3-4 times have been disappointed all the time. The dosas are very cakey and thick, north indian dishes are horrible....
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Debbie L.

5.0 of 5 stars. If I had to recommend an Indian place in the DC area, this would be it. Ignore the complete sketch of the neighborhood, the horrible traffic and the lack of parking. The food is completely worth all...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Olivia L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Interior is nicer than Woodlands' (which is catty corner) but the food isn't as good. My dosa was soggy and not hot. The selection of condiments wasn't as good either -- no pickle? no tamarind?...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sophia C.

5.0 of 5 stars. I'm one of those folks who truly appreciates good "ethnic foods". (Really what does that mean?) Anywho, I was introduced to the fabulousness that is Udupi Palace about a year ago by a good friend. I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Anna H.

5.0 of 5 stars. HANDS DOWN the best Indian Food I have experienced. I go to the buffet sometimes twice a week. I'm kinda obsessed. Pretty much whole buffet is vegan minus a couple dips and the dessert stuff, if the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Su K.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'm not too fond of vegetarian cuisine - shocking, I know. So when I say I left Udupi Palace satisfied and give it 4 stars, you can bet you're in for some good Indian cuisine. I can't possibly give...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by sarah s.

5.0 of 5 stars. The best Indian in the entire metro area. Love everything I've ever ordered here. Even the buffet is good. 2 big drawbacks for me, though-it takes me like an hour to get there from the VA 'burbs, and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Cliff E.

5.0 of 5 stars. Parking sucks- food great.
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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lilaguide | Best place in the area

We love Udupi Palace - my kids particularly, since the papadam is NOT as spicy as it is in other places (tastes like a cookie to me!) The staff is great with kids, for an Indian restaurant, and there is always...
lilaguide.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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lilaguide | Fantastic food, very kid friendly!

My husband and I have loved this place for years because of its really wonderful South Indian (vegetarian) cuisine, and we were thrilled to discover that our toddler loves it as well. Happily, the staff at...
lilaguide.com - user review - 06/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Shawn H.

5.0 of 5 stars. Absolutely 5 stars for food, service and the desserts... don't miss the desserts before you leave--take home a box for your friends!I hate the location, but everything else about Udupi Palace is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ina C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I always wondered what I could possibly eat if I ever decided to go vegetarian. "How many ways can you prepare tofu?" I asked. I always thought that, without meat, a meal is really boring...But thanks...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Megan K.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love Udupi. I usually go on Sundays at brunch time for the buffet, which is around $8 or $9. It's all-vegetarian, and I always eat myself silly. They have fantastic vada (I think that's the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Michelle W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Udupi Palace specializes in Southern Indian vegetarian food, which does not taste anything like most of the other Indian restaurants in the US (e.g., the dishes are not swimming in butter and cream)....
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2007
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Sun. 28-Oct-2007 12:00edt Very good food, clean, well lighted and quite by Justin S. at InsiderPages

Our friend, Phil Shapiro, drove us to this delightful restaurant. Janice and I enjoyed the freshly prepared variety of entrees, salad and deserts of their buffet lunch. The curries were mild and within our...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by James B.

5.0 of 5 stars. First off, I'm not a vegetarian. Wife and I do eat vegetarian occasionally, though.I go for the Masala Dosas. Generally thin, buttery, and lightly fried, wrapping fillings like potato... they're...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Mary Kay S.

4.0 of 5 stars. We wrapped up our tour of Indian markets with a "snack" at Udupi Palace. I think my husband was sold mostly by the offering of a vegetarian Mulligatawny soup. So, in we went.It was barely 4 pm, and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Erin W.

5.0 of 5 stars. I hit Udupi Palace for takeout two nights ago. Huge all-veg menu, and takeout service was right quick. While I waited, I browsed the sweets case by the door. Not knowing what most of the goodies were,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Julia W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Went here last night with a friend of mine. Oh my goodness. No matter how hungry you are (I hadn't eaten all day and my friend was hungry too), do not get the sampler appetizer platter if it's just...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jade T.

4.0 of 5 stars. I dined at Udupi Palace yesterday and I was pleasantly surprised. Pros:- Friendly staff.- Reasonable prices.- Large portions.- Delicious food.- Water pitchers at tables (a major convenience for both...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by jax g.

4.0 of 5 stars. the best all veg buffet i've ever had. on weekends there are two-double sided buffet stations plus even more stuff on other tables! there is so much to taste, it's amazing. the only drawback is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2007
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Incredible Indian Food!

Absolutely delicious Indian food...nowhere you would ever expect to find such a restaurant...stuck in a random shopping center. A local favorite. Incredible samosas. Try the dosais...just delicious! You must...
menupages.com - user review - 05/21/2007
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lilaguide | Udupi Palace Editorial Review

wonderful Indian vegetarian restaurant... always full of Indian families and kids... highchairs are available... try the butter Masala Dosai
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Brian W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Ignore the location with the pawn shops and busy intersection out front and you'll find some of the best Indian food in the DC 'burbs. It's tasty!
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Amanda B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Most delicious Indian food I've ever had. Not too pricey and a friendly staff (they know my friend and I and even predict our order). I don't know what more a pseudo-vegetarian Indian food lover...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2006
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bad indian restaurant by m m. at InsiderPages

Non spicy food is their goal. Somehow i dont like their food. Seems like they dont want indians to come. the food is completely non-spicey and as the previosu reviewer said, after going to wood lands, i never...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/25/2006
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lilaguide | Udupi Palace

Excellent all-vegetarian Indian food. Staff are friendly. Not necessarily a "hot spot" for families, but you don't feel out of place bringing a child.
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/02/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Tu-Van L.

4.0 of 5 stars. My first Indian cuisine experience was at this lovely gem in the depths of Takoma Park. A great find for cheap vegetarian Indian cuisine that has a little bit of everything.
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2006
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Good South Indian Restaurant by Dinesh S. at InsiderPages

Udupi used to be a very popular restaurant. It expanded and became a little bigger, did not grow that much in size. It has become more renovated. The food quality is okay some night and great some nights....
citysearch.com - user review - 02/14/2006
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Great dosas!

Although this is a vegetarian restaurant, the dishes are absolutely divine. I love going at times when they offer the buffet, so I can sample everything. Best bests are the dosas and the idli. Pric...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/21/2005
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Best Indian brunch near DC

The best Indian brunch near DC is at Udupi Palace. All vegetarian, excellent, surprising combinations, fresh ingredients and preparation, wonderful rice, great dosas, great dessert counter, etc. Just ...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/15/2005
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lilaguide | Udupi Palace

wonderful Indian vegetarian restaurant, always full of Indian families and kids. Have high chairs. Try the butter masala dosai!
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/23/2004
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Wcities

a colorful display case of indian sweets greets patrons at the entrance of this large, but very simple dining room...
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Gayot

because south indian vegetarian cooking is not common in these parts, many of the dishes may sound unfamiliar, but even if you have no idea what youire ordering, you wonit be disappointed. we recommend the...
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