Place
Veena Stores
A small stand-and-eat breakfast counter on Margosa Road, running since 1977, known for soft idlis, crisp vadas and its runny chutney.
Why it’s worth it
For a quick idli-vada breakfast eaten standing on the pavement, Malleshwaram style.
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