I've had dinner at Copra multiple times and have tried at least half of the dishes on the menu. Everything I've tasted so far has all been delicious. You really can't go wrong here. The food here is innovative, full of flavor, and high quality. Cocktails are pretty unique and tasty as well. Ambiance is elevated, although I prefer the main lower level floor more than upstairs. Highly highly recommend making a reservation because this place does get booked up. read more

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I am always a bit skeptical about expensive indian cuisine - however I really did enjoy the food here! The sauces were amazing and a good amount of vegetarian options. For two it was close to $150 so it is pricy. I don't know if I would go back but it was great to try once. Lots of ceiling on two floors and very beautiful interior. The service is great as well. read more

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For me, the restaurant week menu was really disappointing. At $90 (the priciest option of all), I was expecting so much more. The crab vada (not pictured) was literally the size of a half dollar coin. It was basically a tiny crab cake. I thought the poori were tasty, but someone in my party said it tasted like "drinking salsa" and I have to agree. It was nice there were a few bonus courses (benne dosa and a green mango thogayial). I liked the maddur vada the most, but the dish overall was too salty. I was excited for asparagus benne dosa to highlight the spring produce, but it was very bland. The tomato sauce rescued the dish, but the other sauces were not my favorite. Finally, the black cod pollichatu was very tender. But, it had literally maybe two bites of protein total. The sauce was also extremely spicy, so some people in my group couldn't even stomach it. The sauce was flecked with whole spices that were unpleasant to bite into (green cardamon and cloves). The jigarthanda had an off putting smokey flavor, which I think was from the nannari (the waitress said it was like root beer). To be fair, it may be the case that I just don't really enjoy this genre of cuisine. The textures of each dish and flavors were not enjoyable for me. The ambience would make for a good date night or special occasion dinner. The service was very friendly and fast, but I personally won't be back. read more

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CLEARED HOUSE...... everything was soooooo good. My favs were the rassam poori, fried crispy squids, the dosa and the blck cod. Mango Lassi cocktail, spectacular. Gods own country dessert is the most refreshing and unique thing ive had in a while. My fork was on the table and my hands were on the plate. Truly ate. But i didnt feel gross the next day??? Yummmmmm read more

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Fine dining Indian food in San Francisco right across the street from AMC/ Japantown. High ceilings with beautiful earthy decor. We came in on a Friday around 8:30 pm and was able to snag a table for two immediately. It was packed more lively than intimate. The food had the pops of spice and flavor that you would expect in Indian cuisine. Each dish was beautifully presented. It is on the higher end of price but I've seen higher in the city. Staff was friendly and welcoming. Not pretentious. Parking can be tricky. I was able to find street parking a couple streets down. There is a parking garage but it was full by the time we got there. read more

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Hello. Are you craving Indian food and want to try something new? Come with me to experience Copra in San Francisco. The first thing to order is the family style. This will give you an introduction to a variety of many Indian home cooked meals. First two dishes are the Gunpowder Goli Vada and Rasam Poori. I find that these dishes had so much spice and flavor. Next up, we have The Thattukada Fried Chicken. It was very crispy and savory. After that, we had the Dindigul Style Chicken Biryani, the Kerala Shrimp Marigo Curry, and the Beef Ularthiyathu. Every dish in this family style option was delicious and memorable. At the end of the course, we tried Cardamom Pave dessert. It was very sweet. We also tried a few drinks, such as the Honey Dove, Jaggery Sour, Emrich-Schonleber Monzinger 21 Riesling, and Watalappan. Overall, I recommend you come here with your special someone for a birthday celebration or an anniversary. Tina's Tip: Here is my tip. Make sure you reserve ahead of time as it can get very busy. Also, I would recommend doing the family style, so you can try more dishes. It's worth it. read more

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3.5 stars. We came for Restaurant Week and tried the $90 prix fixe menu. The restaurant interior is very different but nice. Staff was OK but our food was slow to come out of the kitchen. We saw a couple of tables where diners arrived after us and received their food way before us. The waitress at one point came over a couple of times to see if our dishes had arrived. We thought the portions were small for the price point. Most of the dishes had nice flavor but BFF had asked no spicy foods and several of the dishes were clearly spicy. My fav was the dosa and the tiny chocolate ice cream dessert was tasty. We liked the fried chicken which consisted of small pieces of chicken chunks but a nice crunchy crust. Drinks were good but my cocktail with turmeric took getting used to. It's a very popular place so reservations highly recommended. read more

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One of my favorite restaurants in SF. Consistently delicious, great service & ambiance, and I often bring out-of-towners here, as it's not too difficult to get a last-minute reservation. Must order dishes: - Perigord Black Truffle Soft Egg Appam - Black Cod Pollichathu - Rasam Poori - Vegetable of the day (3 dishes) - great flavors, love the variety paired with the other dishes read more

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Did the $90/person restaurant week menu that pulled from the regular menu but was more cost effective. The food was so good! The maddur vada melted in your mouth in such a warm, satisfying way. The accompanying green mango thogaiyal had a kick and was very well mixed, not too grainy. The crab cutlet was like a crispy crab cake. And the roasted neymeen had such a delicious flavor and was so tender. As was the thattukada fried chicken - crispy on top and tender inside, with coconut bits you could spoon on top of. Didn't personally love the God's Own dessert too much, but the clarified lassi punch cocktail with rye was so smooth and fantastic! Service was great and attentive and patient. The ambiance was amazing with plants and tall ceilings. read more

Finally got to tick off Copra on my list! We ordered alacarte for 4 people and got 8 things (4 small plates, 3 entrees, 1 dessert). My favorites were the Masala Dosa, Rassam Puri, and Chutney Palette. Loved how many sauces and sides there were for different dishes! Everything is very flavorful and does not hold back on spice. My passes would be the Black Cod Pollichathu, Beef Ularthiyathu (roti was dense/dry). Definitely a beautiful restaurant with tall ceilings and very immersive decor. On the pricier side, so would recommend more-so for a nicer occasion! read more

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Copra has a chic lively, low lighting ambiance that's good for a small group to share dishes. It took us a bit to be seated despite having a reservation, and took a while until someone came to take our order but once we placed the order the food came very quickly. We got several dishes and the stand out one for us was the mackerel that came in a rich sauce. The side dishes were also delicious. The stewed beef is definitely a skippable item, it was quite dry and our group didn't love it. Overall we enjoyed the dishes and it's definitely a good time to come here and try several family style, but I don't feel like I'm in a rush to come back here. read more

Copra - Mackerel - Indian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Indian food? Yes, please. This place is absolutely wonderful, so much so that its décor literally made me feel like getting married there. I love spaces with high ceilings where you can truly appreciate the scale and openness of the area, and this place delivers exactly that. The décor is beautiful, filled with lush plants that add freshness and elegance throughout the space. What really caught my attention was the service, which is excellent. Servers, bartenders, bussers, and food runners all work seamlessly together, everything is perfectly organized and flows effortlessly. It's an ideal spot to visit with friends and enjoy an amazing time. And the highlight for me: dessert. I tried two different ones.. I don't remember their names, but they were both absolutely delicious. A perfect ending to a truly lovely experience. read more

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As a so-cal er, I'm envious of the fine dine indian establishments popping up in the bay and have had this on my wishlist for so long. Went in on a weekend. Even with a reservation the wait lines had started to form before they opened at 5. It's clearly popular. Parking is a hassle like all of SF. Interiors are Tulum inspired, probably a nod to indian costal cuisine?! The mains are pretty sizeable and expensive so we decided to split multiple apps and perhaps a main between the 2. We had the koshmbiri wrap, chicken fry, prawn appetizer, masala dosa and some dessert. Everything was strictly ok, except the drinks which were bad. Everything felt muted and not punchy or impactful. While it's better than socal indian places by miles, it still isn't there yet. Also service lacks speed, detail, and care. read more

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Gorgeous interior and spectacular food! We had a couple of things to share, and we really loved the variety of things that were recommended. We started off with the shrimp, which was flavorful, and we opted to get the fried chicken after scouring reviews online. We were disappointed that it was a bit dry. The masala dosa was incredibly large and so fun to share - the sauces were incredible. I live so closely that I'll have to return to try their drinks and desserts as well! read more

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couldn't see a name on the outside of the restaurant, so it was mysterious, in a good way! The atmosphere is amazing with lots of great decor. One thing to note, if you want a quieter atmosphere, ask for a table upstairs. We started with the Orange Ruby (non alcoholic) and Yatri cocktails. Excellent taste on both. The server recommended for the two of us selecting two dishes, each from the small medium and large sections of the menu. - Swiss Chard Vada - nice spice kick, good texture - Gunpowder Goli Vadai - I was afraid this might be too spicy, but it was perfect. Great texture. Great coconut chutney accompanies this. - Hot Butter Squids - great, not chewy. A little spicy. - Thattkudada Fried Chicken - really yummy. Boneless. Loved the masala crumbs. - Southern Kerala, shrimp mango curry- really yummy. Liked the egg appam accompaniment. Lots of sauce, would've been great with rice to soak it up with. - Lamb Shoulder Chettinad - so tender! Boneless. Served with kal-dosai. Also lots of sauce, would've been so good to have some rice with this as well. For dessert, we split a watalappan. Super tasty, like a flan. Butterscotch cream with it was really good too. Excellent food, service and atmosphere. I think that coming when the restaurant opens for the evening probably helped to guarantee good food and service. Perhaps some of the other reviews that said otherwise were for diners who came when it was busier. It is a pretty expensive dinner, but I can definitely see why the price is so - there's a lot of care and creativity put into the dishes. read more

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We came to Copra on a Sunday evening without a reservation and were still able to get a table, which was a great start. Our waiter was wonderful--very friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience feel easy and welcoming. The interior is really unique, with a cool jungle-inspired design that makes the space feel lively and different from your typical restaurant. The food was vibrant and beautifully presented. It was my first time trying Southern Indian cuisine, and everything we ordered was flavorful and interesting. That said, while I enjoyed the experience and the quality of the food, it's not my absolute favorite spot. I would consider coming back again in the future, but it's not somewhere I'd rush to return to right away. read more

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This place was delicious!! Super cute interior decorations as well - love the aesthetic. We did family style and got the Southern Kerala Shrimp Mango Curry, Lamb Shoulder Chettinad, Rasam Poori, Thattukada Fried Chicken and Thayir Vadai Chaat. Our favorites were the shrimp mango curry and rasam poori, but everything else was yummy too! Great presentation/great service! I did try the Clarified Lassi Punch which was described like a mango lassi but I personally felt it was a little strong. Probably wouldn't order that again. read more

Copra - Indian Near Me - San Francisco, California

First time at Copra. We tried the hot buttered squid, rasam poori, seasonal crepe, chicken biryani, and lamb. Also don't skip on the cocktails - made quickly and each was a hit. Def would come back again. read more

Copra - Hot butter squid - Indian Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here for Sunday brunch and I thought the experience was pretty good, but I definitely had better Indian cuisine in the Bay. You are definitely paying the price for the atmosphere which is stylish and very inviting. I did really like the chai as it was fragrant and had a deep taste from all of the spices. The rasam poori was delicious, especially the rasam with its lightness and tanginess. The parotta was probably my second favorite item on the menu. A bunch of my friends and I agree that the brunch menu was executed better than the mains. For example, the biryani was a bit disappointing and I would probably skip that for the future. Service was very attentive and warming. Overall, I think Copra is a nice spot to visit if you are looking for an experience! read more

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Very beautiful space with high ceilings and friendly staff. I sat at the bar with my partner for dinner and spent a lot of time just admiring the hardware of this place. It was busy inside and we had a reservation from maybe a week prior. The food was yummy and there were a lot of unique dishes! We got the shrimp vennai, which was very fragrant and flavorful. The fried chicken was a bit lackluster (great crisp and flavor but there was barely any chicken). The ictopus was also tasty and tender, and the cod was probably the most special dish (wrapped in leaf, came with a raisin coconut rice -- great flavor pairing). A great elevated spot for date night or to impress your friends. It's pretty pricey (like I wouldn't say I was full afterwards) but a good experience if you're looking to try something new read more

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Our favorites of the night were the Rasam Poori and Bone Marrow! We really enjoyed our overall experience here at Copra, though some of the dishes could be hit or miss. The servers did an excellent job at explaining what each dish was for us. We made a reservation for that evening, and weren't able to be seated until 15 minutes later. I usually don't mind waiting, but their entrance area is very cramped and there were four other parties waiting there with us. read more

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the food was good. loved the chicken thadakka, masala dosa was crispy and tasty. the chicken biriyani had a big hype and when we went they had run out since they said they make only limited quantities per dinner. We went on a week day evening with great expectation but it turned out to be okay not great, read more

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What a gem! The outside is quite unassuming, we missed the door at first! But when you step inside it's a little oasis. The dining room is well laid out and even when fully occupied you still felt like you hade privacy for your conversations. Food was delicious and plentiful! Everything is served family style and "when ready". This means that all your dishes will likely end up on the table if you're not a fast eater. We ended up having every single dish we ordered fighting for space on the table, together with beer bottles. It was crowded... But hey, the food was great so we did not complain. Stuffed to the brim and very happy once we left. Biggest surprise of the evening: the ghost chili chutney was...mild! Woot?! Sure, it had all the flavors of ghost chili, but absolutely zero of the spice. A bit of a let down for those who love a nice kick to their food (like me). read more

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My wife and I have been trying to come here for a while and finally made it! Be sure to make reservations, because it is a popular place and rightly so. The food is fantastic and definitely different than anything I've tried. They keep the traditional Indian dishes with a flavorful twist. What really captured me was that every bite was packed with flavor! Not sweat or salt, but the Flavor of the mango, coconut, spice! I loved it. We had the octopus, shrimp vennai roast, rasam poori, black cod, shrimp mango curry and lamb shoulder. The only complaint as to why I would not give it 5 stars and I would honestly find it difficult to come back is that it is UNBELIEVABLY loud!! The whole restaurant echos with everyone's conversations that you have to shout at the top of your lungs to speak with the person across from you. This honestly ruins the entire experience and makes me reconsider my next visit. I'm sure there are sound deafening material that can be added to the ceilings or walls. read more

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Wow! This place is full of surprises and such a good way! The moment you walk in, you're met with a bustling noise and bougie LA vibe interior. And we came in SWEATS. But the staff were so lovely and knew we were having a girl dinner lol. The food was amazing. From the appetizers to the dosa entree to the drinks, they were all very tasty! And because we were almost the last ones to leave, the waiter gave us a courtesy flan to go. SO GOOD and such a treat (we ended up eating it there lol). Prices were actually average and not bad for the flavor you get. Absolutely would come back! In terms of parking, I parked at the lot at Japantown. Pricey but felt safer than the streets read more

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Copra delivers a great dining experience with both excellent food and attentive service. The dishes are thoughtfully prepared, vibrant in flavor, and presented with clear attention to detail. The service is equally impressive, professional, knowledgeable, and consistently attentive without feeling intrusive. Staff members take the time to guide guests through the menu and ensure a smooth, enjoyable experience. As I've only been once and sat at the bar area, this pertains to the bartenders, who also make fantastic cocktails. It's worth noting that prices are on the higher side, however, the caliber of the food and the overall level of service make the cost feel justified for a special meal. read more

Had a reservation for 2 on Saturday at 7:30pm. Came by a little early to check in, waited a bit for them to clear the table, and were soon seated. Didn't have to wait long after ordering for the food to start coming out! Dishes we ordered: - Chutney Palette for the Table - my first time trying papad! This came with a variety of papad, and I thought it was so fun to eat haha. Both my dining companion and I liked the fermented daikon thogiyal the best (it was really good). Least favorite one for both of us was the burnt chili tamarind (ended up being barely touched) - Slow-Cooked Octopus - squeeze some lime over the top before digging in! Very flavorful dish - Mysore Masala Dosa - it was my first time trying dosa! Rip off a corner, pick up some of the potato that was hidden under the dosa, add some onion sambar (a personal must according to my dining companion), and take your pick from the other ones as the last step! Both of us liked the coconut chutney the best - Black Cod Pollichathu - unwrap the banana leaves, pour in the moilee broth, and let it sit for 2 min before serving! Enjoyed this Overall enjoyed everything we ordered, but my favorite bites of the evening by far were the fermented daikon thogiyal with the papad from the Chutney Palette and the coconut chutney with the dosa + potato + onion sambar combo. The ambiance is perfect for a date night or a special night out (the table next to us was celebrating an anniversary). Seems like people really enjoy the Shrimp Vennai Roast, and I'm seeing reviews recommending the coconut dessert, so would be open to coming back to try more of their dishes! read more

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Amazing experience! These are really unconventional Indian dishes that you don't normally find in other Indian restaurants. Everything we tried was tasty, but Rasam Poori, Thayir Vadai Chaat, and Dosa were our top picks. Exceptionally tasty and flavorful. The main dishes were a bit spicier than what we are typically used to. Ambiance was nice, with Tulum style decorations, and service was excellent as well. read more

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A truly unique dining experience. I can safely say there's nothing we had at dinner that I've had before. The textures and flavors were spot on, and the presentation was impressive. We were so excited when every dish came to the table. Our waitress was very sweet and definitely gave us great recommendations. We tried some dishes we wouldn't have initially gravitated to. The ropes and plants are really lovely. You can't help but keep looking around at the beautiful accents. Our cocktails were also really nice and unique. Definitely worth checking out! Get a reservation way ahead. read more

The place is gorgeous inside. It is bright, open and airy with high ceilings. I felt like I was in a restaurant that you'd find in location where a safari experience would be nearby. While the dishes were good- the black cod and butterscotch dessert were the standouts as they were different from what you typically get from an Indian restaurant. The quality of the food was superior to a casual Indian place but the flavors of the dosa, chili chicken and chicken curry were not. Again, it was good and the ambience is very pleasant. Also, it is a bit pricey, even the fixed price menu during restaurant week was $90 plus tip, tax and drink. read more

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I went with a group of 5 during restaurant week to try the $90/pp prix fix menu. The interior is beautiful! High ceilings and lush, moody vibes. Food was delicious, lots of heat and flavour. My biggest issue was that the courses came out very slowly. And they gave us a paratha halfway through, which we thought was a nice way to hold us over as we were waiting a while between courses, but it ended up being charged on our final bill?? None of us ordered it btw. We decided to pay it cuz we ate it, but just thought that was strange. Maybe the prix fix menu is too complicated/slow to make. The table next to us did à la carte, and their food seemed to come in way faster. I'll have to come back and try their regular menu! read more

One of the best meals I've had in San Francisco! Make sure to make a reservation ahead of time. Tasman Poori: 4/5 delicious, pretty standard Shrimp Vennai Roast: 5/5 the seasoning was incredibly addictive - my favorite dish! Black Cod Pollichathu: 4/5 Beef Bone Marrow: 4/5 Ambience-wise, the interior was beautifully decorated, but I found it to be very very loud. It was difficult to have a conversation or hear the person next to me. read more

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Copra has such a gorgeous ambiance, elegant but still cozy and inviting. We all ordered the Mysore Masala Dosa, and it was authentic and fantastic. Perfectly crisp with chutneys, sambar, ghee, and podi that made every bite customizable, flavorful, and just the right amount of spicy. The absolute star of the meal was the dessert, God's Own Coconut Creation. I wish I could experience that first bite again. It was fresh, sweet, and such a beautiful mix of South Indian-inspired flavors and textures. I would 100% go back just for that dessert. Service is also great, with attentive and helpful staff that are happy to answer questions about their menu. Overall, would recommend for an upscale South Indian dining experience! read more

Copra - Mysore Masala Dosa - Indian Near Me - San Francisco, California

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The vibes here are crazy - could be a wedding reception venue. Cocktails were cute and worth trying. 4-5 dishes were perfect for a group of 4. Black cod was a bit small and spicier than expected, the passion fruit pani puri was very unique, and the mango curry was also p solid. Def recommend the chicken biryani to even out your meal. Server was nice and helpful with recs! Parking is just mid sf parking tho. read more

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Gorgeous interiors. Modern ambience and a good place to bring out of town visitors. The food is good especially the bone marrow and octopus. We brought a couple of bottle of wines to share. The corkage is $45 for the first bottle and $67 for the next one. We didn't get a chance to try cocktails. If there is one thing I would have want to experience differently, it would be the service. Our server is busy with possibly multiple tables than she can handle. The attention to our party of 6 was lacking. There's street parking and a garage close by. read more

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We celebrated our friend's birthday few weeks ago at Copra and had a great time! We made reservations for 5pm which is opening time. Parking was the only thing that was a bit difficult on a Saturday night. There's 2 floors and we were at the top floor which was nice because we also had our 1 year old with us. Our waiter was super friendly and helpful. What we ordered: Rasam Poori: First time having this and it was delicious! Super refreshing with the passion fruit & mint! Mysore Masala Dosa: The crispy savory crepe is definitely another appetizer you can definitely share with multiple people. They give you multiple different sauces for you to enjoy it with. Thattukada Fried Chicken: The crispy fried chicken was delicious! So much flavor aioli sauce was bomb! Slow Cooked Octopus: Another favorite of mine. I can order few more octopus for myself if I could. Chicken curry: The curry was decent, I don't think there was anything that stood out but it was still delicious overall. Overall everything was delicious. The portion is big so you can definitely share everything. The price is on the higher end but I'd love to come back again in the near future for a celebration. read more

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Had a reservation for a party of 2 for 5pm. Was immediately seated as they open at 5. The ambiance is really nice, probably my favorite part about this restaurant tbh :') (I'll explain why below). But for 2 ppl, we ordered 2 littles and 2 larges and that was plenty of food. We ordered the chutney palette, octopus leg, lamb shoulder curry, and the chicken biriyani. Ranking my favorite to least favorite dish would be: lamb shoulder, chutney, octopus, chicken biriyani. Was really looking forward to the biriyani but thought the flavor was not as immersed as I was expecting. The chutney was a pleasant surprise though, as I liked how they were more pasty and were all spicy. Overall, the food was good, but nothing crazy or out of this world, but the prices were definitely pretty steep. Our bill came out to 155, which is definitely not cheap. I think for this price, I would be expecting something really amazing or unique. Also the service was really lacking luster:( Overall not bad food, good ambiance. Would probably only come back here for a company dinner or something like that read more

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Let me start by saying the atmosphere of Copra is something else. From the outside looking in I could tell this was a place that is worth sitting down in. The vibe inside is beautiful, stylish, energetic, but still comfortable. The food was full of flavor. Every bite had richness and spice without being overpowering. It is the most memorable Indian food I've ever had. The service was great, they explained everything the best that they could and it gave us an understanding of what we were getting into. I tried multiple cocktails, and sadly did not enjoy them, but I need to try some more. We definitely over ordered trying all the different things but it is worth it. read more

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Beautiful spot and really great dishes. We can here for lunch some time ago and we made a reservation ahead of time. The staff are lovely, the drinks are delicious, and the plates are small so you can taste multiple dishes. Really great spot. read more

Had dinner here over the weekend Starters: Gunpowder Goli Vadai were tasty, recommend it. Aval Kosambri Wrap - lettuce wrap - were excellent, highly recommend it The main course was average: - Vegetables of the day was ok - daal, cabbage and varuval - Copra cauliflower was below average, do not order Service was very good, ambiance also very good Good for one time experience, will not return read more