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Masala Dosa

Inner Sunset · Indian

1375 9th Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94122Directions
4.1★★★★★★★★★★461 reviews

Diners like this restaurant's authentic Indian flavors, with many praising dishes like chicken biryani, lamb korma, and dosa, noting generous portions. They also highlight the friendly and accommodating staff, reasonable prices, and cozy ambiance. Some reviews mention the service can be slow.

Budget South Indian staples with weekday Blackbird heat.

Masala Dosa is a $$ Indian restaurant in Inner Sunset, San Francisco. It has logged 2,997 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Sunday afternoons. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

Monday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
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The experience

Neighborhood dining on both Southern & Northern Indian cooking served in a contemporary space.

Google Places/ updated 12d ago

Why go

Masala Dosa is a $ Indian spot known in reviews for casual, fast South Indian dishes such as dosas, idli, vada, uttapam, pesarattu, and chaat. Google users put it at 4.5 stars across 502 reviews, with praise for friendly service, quick pacing, a clean room, and a bright, casual feel.

The Blackbird data shows 2,997 all-time on-chain check-ins, with Monday and Wednesday as its busiest days. Reviewers call out plenty of vegetarian options, vegan-friendly fillings, and a breakfast visit right after the reported 9am opening.

One reviewer specifically notes there is no customer restroom, and reviews emphasize quick service and casual dining.

editorial/ updated 12d ago

Fast facts

  • Masala Dosa has 2,997 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
  • Its busiest Blackbird check-in days are Monday and Wednesday.
  • Google rating: 4.5 stars from 502 reviews.
  • Reviewers repeatedly mention quick service and friendly staff.
  • One review highlights plenty of vegetarian options.
  • A reviewer noted there was no customer restroom.
editorial/ updated 12d ago

Did you know

Blackbird check-ins peak on Monday and Wednesday, not the weekend.

editorial/ updated 12d ago

Amenities

Meals

LunchDinnerDessert

Features

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryReservationsRestroomGood for kidsGood for groups

Dietary

Vegetarian
Google Places/ updated 12d ago

Full menu

appetizers

  • Seekh Kebab

mains

  • Lamb Gobi

  • Prawn Biryani

  • Tikka Masala

    creamy

  • Lamb Biryani

    $16.00
  • Lamb Vindaloo

  • Chicken Biryani

More

  • Masala Dosa

  • Mysore Masala Dosa

non-alcoholic

  • Mango Lassi

seed menu intel/ updated 12d ago

No check in signal yet — activity shows up here once people start checking in on Blackbird.

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Check in momentum

The room in motion

Activity58
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Flynet check ins

2,997

Neighborhood

Inner Sunset

Last 30 days

58 check ins

−88% vs prior month

Daily check ins over the last 30 days
Sep 30Oct 29

When it's busy

Usually dead right now

Thursdaytoday
12a12p11p
Monday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday11:30 AM – 10:00 PM

Inside Masala Dosa

The experience

Neighborhood dining on both Southern & Northern Indian cooking served in a contemporary space.

Google Places/ updated 12d ago

Review signal

4.1

461 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated 12d ago

Guide

Inside Masala Dosa

The experience

Neighborhood dining on both Southern & Northern Indian cooking served in a contemporary space.

Google Places/ updated 12d ago

Why go

Masala Dosa is a $ Indian spot known in reviews for casual, fast South Indian dishes such as dosas, idli, vada, uttapam, pesarattu, and chaat. Google users put it at 4.5 stars across 502 reviews, with praise for friendly service, quick pacing, a clean room, and a bright, casual feel.

The Blackbird data shows 2,997 all-time on-chain check-ins, with Monday and Wednesday as its busiest days. Reviewers call out plenty of vegetarian options, vegan-friendly fillings, and a breakfast visit right after the reported 9am opening.

One reviewer specifically notes there is no customer restroom, and reviews emphasize quick service and casual dining.

editorial/ updated 12d ago

Review signal

4.1

461 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated 12d ago

Full menu

appetizers

  • Seekh Kebab

mains

  • Lamb Gobi

  • Prawn Biryani

  • Tikka Masala

    creamy

  • Lamb Biryani

    $16.00
  • Lamb Vindaloo

  • Chicken Biryani

More

  • Masala Dosa

  • Mysore Masala Dosa

non-alcoholic

  • Mango Lassi

seed menu intel/ updated 12d ago

Amenities

Meals

LunchDinnerDessert

Features

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryReservationsRestroomGood for kidsGood for groups

Dietary

Vegetarian
Google Places/ updated 12d ago

Fast facts

  • Masala Dosa has 2,997 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
  • Its busiest Blackbird check-in days are Monday and Wednesday.
  • Google rating: 4.5 stars from 502 reviews.
  • Reviewers repeatedly mention quick service and friendly staff.
  • One review highlights plenty of vegetarian options.
  • A reviewer noted there was no customer restroom.
editorial/ updated 12d ago

Did you know

Blackbird check-ins peak on Monday and Wednesday, not the weekend.

editorial/ updated 12d ago
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FAQ

How popular is Masala Dosa?

Masala Dosa has logged 2,997 check ins on Blackbird.

When is Masala Dosa busiest?

Masala Dosa is busiest on Sunday afternoons, based on Blackbird check-in activity.

What kind of food does Masala Dosa serve?

Masala Dosa serves Indian cuisine.

How expensive is Masala Dosa?

Masala Dosa is in the $$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

How do I check in at Masala Dosa?

Download the Blackbird app, visit Masala Dosa in person, and check in from the app. Check-ins earn FLY and count toward Flytown's daily Hotspots ranking.

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