Rasa Dhatu

Mysuru (Mysore)


Organic cafe off Adipampa Rd serving up healthy specials such as dosa and roti made from millet grains, and salads, curries and North or South Indian lunchtime thalis (₹199 to ₹299). Service can be a tad slow at times.


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