Ananda Bhavan Restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant in Little India, Singapore.
Ananda Bhavan is a vegetarian restaurant in Singapore's Little India serving South Indian dishes displayed on screens above the ordering counter. Simple tables are arranged for casual dining, with a steady flow of food options available throughout the day.
The restaurant was founded in 1924 by Kulanthaivelu Muthusamy Kaunder and his brothers, making it Singapore's oldest vegetarian Indian establishment. Over the decades, it became a steady presence in the community's food landscape.
The name means 'house of bliss' in Hindi, connecting the place to Indian tradition and philosophy. You can feel this heritage throughout the restaurant in how it presents its food and welcomes people from the neighborhood.
The restaurant has multiple locations across Little India and one branch in Changi Business Park, giving you several options to visit. The ordering system at the counter is straightforward, and prices are reasonable for a quick meal.
The restaurant offers specialized Jain and vegan options, including Bathura bread served with chickpea curry and Thali meals with different rice varieties. This focus shows how the kitchen adapts to different dietary needs visitors bring with them.
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