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24601 Raymond Way, #6, Lake Forest, CA
Tiffin Specials
Dosa Specials
Snack Items
Lunch Specials
Dinner Specials (2:30 PM to 8:30 PM)
Desserts
Beverages
Quick Bites
Groceries
Add Ons

Tiffin Specials

Available 11:30 AM–2:30 PM & 5:30 PM–8:30 PM
  • Idli (2 pcs)

    Soft, fluffy steamed rice cakes served with fresh sambar and house-made coconut chutney.
    $8.39
  • Vada (2 pcs)

    Crispy, golden lentil fritters served with sambar and coconut chutney.
    $10.79
  • Idli (2) - Vada (1) Combo

    A perfect combo of two soft idlis and one crispy vada, served with sambar and chutney.
    $14.39
  • Mini Sambar Idli (10 pcs)

    Mini idlis soaked in rich, aromatic sambar for a hearty South Indian classic.
    $11.99
  • Mini Podi Idli (10 pcs)

    Mini idlis tossed in podi and ghee, bursting with traditional flavors.
    $11.99
  • Ghee Pongal (12 Oz)

    Classic South Indian rice and lentil porridge cooked with ghee, pepper, cumin, and cashews – rich yet comforting.
    $11.99
  • Ghee Pongal (8 oz) Vada (1) Combo

    Creamy ghee pongal paired with one crispy vada, served with sambar and chutney.
    $15.59
  • Poori (Puri) Masala

    Poori Masala is a classic South Indian potato curry traditionally served with Poori (or Puri), a deep-fried Indian bread. Made with boiled potatoes, onions, tomatoes, whole spices, and fresh curry leaves, this dish is simple yet incredibly flavorful. Despite using minimal spices, Poori Masala delivers a delicious, comforting taste that pairs perfectly with hot, fluffy pooris.
    $15.59
  • Mini Tiffin (Trio with Dessert)

    Enjoy a perfectly curated South Indian Mini Tiffin! Choose any 3 from our favorites — Idli, Vada, 4 oz Ghee Pongal, or Mini Dosa. Served with flavorful sambar, fresh coconut chutney, spicy red chutney, and a delightful dessert to complete your meal.
    $15.59

Dosa Specials

Available 11:30 AM–2:30 PM & 5:30 PM–8:30 PM
  • Plain Dosa

    Thin, crispy South Indian crepe made from fermented rice and lentil batter, served with sambar and coconut chutney.
    $13.19
  • Ghee Dosa

    Crispy dosa roasted with pure ghee for a rich, aromatic flavor, served with sambar and coconut chutney.
    $15.59
  • Podi Dosa

    Crispy dosa layered with house-made podi and ghee, packed with traditional South Indian spice.
    $15.59
  • Masala Dosa

    Crispy dosa filled with mildly spiced potato masala, served with sambar and chutney.
    $15.59
  • Mysore Masala Dosa

    Dosa spread with spicy Mysore chutney and filled with potato masala – bold and flavorful.
    $16.79
  • Andhra Spicy Dosa

    Crispy dosa layered with fiery Andhra-style spice paste for those who love extra heat.
    $16.79
  • Rava Dosa

    A thin, golden, extra-crispy dosa made from semolina batter, delicately seasoned with cumin and curry leaves. Light, crunchy, and clean in flavor — perfect on its own or with chutney and sambar. Served hot with coconut chutney and sambar.
    $16.79
  • Rava Masala Dosa

    Crispy rava dosa topped with potato masala, combining crunch with comfort.
    $17.99
  • Cheese Dosa

    Golden crispy dosa filled with melted cheese – a fusion favorite, light yet satisfying.
    $9.59
  • Cone Dosa

    Extra-crispy dosa folded into a cone shape, served with sambar and coconut chutney.
    $9.59
  • Onion Uthapam

    Soft uthapam topped with fresh onions, lightly crisped on the edges.
    $16.79
  • Plain Uthapam

    Thick, soft South Indian pancake cooked on a griddle, served with sambar and chutney.
    $14.39
  • Onion Tomoto Chilli Uthapam

    Uthapam topped with onion, tomato, and green chilli for a balanced, flavorful bite.
    $16.79
  • Onion Dosa

    Classic dosa topped with finely chopped onions for added crunch and flavor.
    $15.59

Snack Items

Available 5:30 PM–8:30 PM
  • Samosa (2 pcs)

    Triangular pastries filled with savory spiced potatoes and peas – a classic crowd-pleaser!
    $4.79
  • Veg Puff

    Flaky puff pastry with vegetable filling
    $5.99
  • Pav Bhaji

    Mumbai-style spiced mashed vegetables with buttered pav
    $9.59
  • Mirchi Bajji (3 pcs)

    Spicy green chilies stuffed and fried to perfection – a bold kick for spice lovers!
    $7.19
  • Plantain Bajji (3pcs)

    Deep-fried raw banana fritters
    $7.19

Lunch Specials

Available 11:30 AM–2:30 PM
  • Special Thali

    Authentic South Indian Special Thali served traditionally on fresh banana leaves with Unlimited White Rice and choice of Chapati or Poori. Each thali features a rotating weekly selection of Biryani, Poriyal, Kootu, Curry of the Day, crispy appetizers, desserts, and classic homestyle accompaniments including Sambar, Rasam, Curd, Appalam, Pickle & Buttermilk. Freshly prepared daily with seasonal specialties and traditional flavors from Kovai Kitchen.
    $23.99
  • Veg Biryani

    Spicy aromatic biryani cooked with South Indian flavors
    $16.79
  • Regular Thali

    Served on a fresh banana leaf with: •⁠ ⁠Steamed white organic rice •⁠ ⁠Sambar •⁠ ⁠Rasam •⁠ ⁠Vathakulambu •⁠ ⁠Poriyal •⁠ ⁠Vegetables Kootu •⁠ ⁠Curd •⁠ ⁠Pickle •⁠ ⁠Appalam •⁠ ⁠Sweet (Kesari)
    $19.19
  • Curd rice

    $11.99
  • Vegetable Biryani

    $16.79

Dinner Specials (2:30 PM to 8:30 PM)

Available 5:30 PM–8:30 PM
  • Gobi Manchurian

    Crispy cauliflower florets tossed in a tangy Indo-Chinese sauce with garlic, ginger, and spring onions.
    $16.79
  • Paneer Manchurian

    Soft paneer cubes tossed in a flavorful Manchurian sauce with Indo-Chinese spices and fresh aromatics.
    $17.99
  • Idli Manchurian

    Crispy fried idli pieces tossed in a spicy, tangy Indo-Chinese sauce – a unique South Indian fusion favorite.
    $14.39
  • Veechu Parotta (2) with Salna

    Hand stretched, flaky, handmade layered parottas served with traditional South Indian salna—a thin, spicy curry made with coconut, onions, tomatoes, and aromatic spices. A classic street-style comfort dish bursting with flavor.
    $19.19
  • Veechu Parotta (2) with Veg Kurma

    Hand-stretched, flaky, handmade parottas served with traditional South Indian veg kurma. Slow-cooked with fresh vegetables, coconut, and aromatic spices for a rich, comforting, and authentic flavor.
    $19.19
  • Veechu Parotta (2) with Chole Curry

    Hand-stretched, flaky, handmade parotta served with slow-cooked chole (chickpea curry) simmered in aromatic spices. Comforting, hearty, and full of bold flavors.
    $19.19
  • Veg Fried Rice

    Classic Indo-Chinese style fried rice tossed with fresh vegetables, garlic, soy sauce, and spring onions. Light, flavorful, and perfectly balanced — a comforting favorite that pairs well with Manchurian dishes.
    $16.79
  • Veg Hakka Noodles

    Stir-fried noodles tossed with fresh vegetables, garlic, and classic Indo-Chinese flavors.
    $19.19

Desserts

Available 11:30 AM–2:30 PM & 5:30 PM–8:30 PM
  • Gulab Jamun (2 pcs)

    Warm milk dumplings in syrup
    $4.79
  • Rasmalai (2 pcs)

    A Traditional Indian Dairy Dessert.
    $4.79
  • Rava Kesari (8 Oz)

    A traditional South Indian sweet made from semolina (rava) cooked with ghee, sugar, saffron, and cardamom. Rich, moist, and fragrant, garnished with roasted cashews and raisins.
    $11.99

Beverages

Available 11:30 AM–2:30 PM & 5:30 PM–8:30 PM
  • Mango Lassi

    Refreshing yogurt-based mango drink, lightly sweetened and served chilled.
    $7.19
  • Filter Coffee

    Authentic South Indian coffee
    $5.99
  • Masala Chai (Tea)

    Traditional Indian spiced tea
    $4.79
  • Water bottle 500ml

    $1.19
  • Karupatti Filter Coffee

    Traditional South Indian coffee made with pure karupatti (palm jaggery). Rich aroma, naturally sweet – no white sugar added.
    $6.59

Quick Bites

Available 11:30 AM–2:30 PM & 5:30 PM–8:30 PM
  • Aswins/General Snacks

    Pick any AWSINS & Snacks of your choice
    $5.39
  • Airlift Cookies

    $2.39
  • Indian Snacks (Air Lifted)

    $5.99

Groceries

Available 11:30 AM–2:30 PM & 5:30 PM–8:30 PM
  • Traditional Rice

    $17.99

Add Ons

  • Sambar (8 Oz)

    $7.19
  • Poriyal (Vegetable of the Day)

    Traditional South Indian poriyal, made fresh daily with seasonal vegetables such as beetroot, potato, eggplant, okra, beans, or carrot. Lightly stir-fried with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and coconut for a simple, flavorful, and comforting side dish that pairs perfectly with rice, sambar, or rasam.
    $6.99+

Kovai Kitchen Location and Hours

(949) 981-3243
24601 Raymond Way, #6, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Closed • Opens Friday at 10AM
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