Welcome to Pondicheri
In the heart of Houston lies Pondicheri, a women-owned Indian restaurant offering a unique blend of breakfast, brunch, and vegetarian cuisine. With a focus on sustainability and organic ingredients, Pondicheri provides a cozy and trendy dining experience with options for outdoor seating and happy hour specials. Specializing in dishes like the Tuesday Fried Chicken Glutenfree and innovative small bites like Mithai and Rose Laddu, Pondicheri promises a delicious and culturally rich dining experience. Customers rave about the flavors, ambiance, and impeccable service, making Pondicheri a must-visit spot for those seeking a taste of authentic Indian flavors in a vibrant setting.
- 2800 Kirby Dr Ste B132 Houston, TX 770982800 Kirby Dr Ste B132 Houston, TX 77098 Hotline: (713) 522-2022
Introducing Pondicheri, a vibrant Indian restaurant located in Houston, Texas, offering a fusion of flavors in their vegetarian breakfast and brunch options. This women-owned establishment prides itself on providing a trendy and welcoming atmosphere, with options for outdoor seating and private dining. Pondicheri goes above and beyond in their sustainability efforts, offering compostable containers and encouraging customers to bring their own containers. They even have an EV charging station available for eco-conscious diners.
At Pondicheri, you can expect a diverse menu with many vegetarian and vegan options, along with gluten-free choices. Their dishes are expertly prepared, using traditional Indian spices to create mouthwatering flavors. The restaurant also offers weekly specials like the popular Tuesday Fried Chicken Glutenfree, a must-try for fried chicken enthusiasts.
Customers rave about Pondicheri's dishes, from the flavorful curry and rice to the decadent chocolate cake. The chai pie and cheese flatbread receive high praise, showcasing the restaurant's commitment to quality and taste. With excellent ambiance, delicious food, and top-notch service, Pondicheri is a must-visit spot for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience.
- Location: 2800 Kirby Dr Ste B132 Houston, TX 77098
- Phone Number: (713) 522-2022
- Specials: Tuesday Fried Chicken Glutenfree
- Highlights: Vegan and vegetarian options, sustainable practices, diverse menu

Chocolate cake is the best here only 1 slice not enough for me! The curry with rice really good too i can't remember the name also love their orange juice really fresh! You'll have to try!

5/5 stars! This casual dining spot ticks all the boxes - excellent ambiance, delicious food, and great service. Plus, its convenient location makes it a must-visit!"

The salad was okay, not too much to write home about - the bean sprouts were good and the greens had a zippy crunch which complemented the pepitas and the dressing well. The real star of the show was the chai pie... It was so delicious. The whipped cream was spiced which was an excellent addition. The service from staff was good and the restaurant was not too crowded/loud at the time we ate. Very nice place.

Good food Great location. I enjoyed the lamb although a bit too spicy for me. We. Really liked the cheese flatbread and the amazing drinks.

This is a solid 4.5 stars. The food is great, wonderfully seasoned (medium spicy), and beautifully presented. The entire clean, organic, sustainable mission is very admirable. Service is a walk up counter, but the line was short. The ambiance is highlighted by giant windows, high ceilings, and lots of natural light. The neighborhood is a mixed use complex with a few other shops and restaurants, and a good amount of self parking. It seems that Everything on the menu is impressive, however I highly recommend the beet soup, and any of the Thalis (we had the Texan and Vishnu). I absolutely want to come back and try out more of the menu soon.

I came here at the recommendation from a friend who is a prolific Yelp reviewer. I needed a casual place to have a casual business lunch. I was kind of nervous, as my boss is Indian and has been in the US for 25 years. To say that she was impressed would be an understatement! I will definitely be back here.

I think it's been 12 years since I visited (I no longer live in Houston), but Pondicheri and Indika have been on my radar since their beginnings since I went to lower and middle school with the owner's daughter. We got both samosas to start. They were smaller than expected, I liked the goat more which also has a kick. Between the 3 of us, we got the Tuesday fried chicken special, green masala shrimp, and lamprais curry. Portion size is good, not huge like you may see at more "standard" Indian restaurants. What I enjoyed about the meal is the variety of flavors and textures. I love parties in my mouth, and Pondicheri delivered. We did make a reservation and "reserved" the special which is good because they did run out otherwise tonight. The fried chicken is an Indian take on chicken and waffles. The dwaffle (dosa waffle) has great chew and some crispiness and a savoriness that goes well with the sweet syrup that's also on it. Lamprais was just a unique mix of flavors not quite like anything I've really had before. I only had a bit of the shrimp since I'm technically allergic and don't really like it, but my sister enjoyed it. The utthapum is similar to a fermented pancake and was another flavor I liked. For dessert we got a chai pie bite and the saffron cheesecake. I only had a small bit of the pie bite but was pleasantly surprised by the custard texture which I was wary about. The saffron cheesecake was delicious, from the aromatic sauce to the creamy (I assume) saffron-ness.