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Kadhai Kitchen

Indian Chaat, Vegetarian Menu, Vada Pav

Worth ordering: Vada pavnamed in 8 reviews

Try the Vada Pav, praised as some of the best outside India with fresh homemade buns.

Vegetarian

$$

Top tips

Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Good to know: Seating is very limited — consider takeout, especially during peak dinner times.
  • Order Pav Bhaji with extra buttered pav for an authentic experience.
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  • Corn Cutlets are a tasty, kid-approved snack worth trying.
  • Good to know: Vegan options like Vada Pav and Dabeli may contain dairy; ask staff to confirm.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Pav bhajinamed in 5 reviews

People also mention corn cutlet, dabeli and churra.

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Also kachori, mutter kachori, ragda pattice, cake and date walnut cake.

Good for

The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service and fast service.

Good to know

  • Lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Kadhai Kitchen specializes in authentic Maharashtrian Indian chaat, with standout dishes like Vada Pav, Pav Bhaji, and Corn Cutlets that receive praise for their homemade pav and flavorful chutneys. The venue is modest with very limited seating (around three tables), making it better suited for takeout or quick dinners. The friendly, family-run establishment maintains moderate pricing and provides wheelchair access but does not have restrooms on site.

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2678 Cropley Ave, San Jose, CA 95132

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
16:30–20:30
Wednesday
16:30–20:30
Thursday
16:30–20:30
Friday
16:30–21:00
Saturday
16:00–21:00
Sunday
16:00–20:30

the food

4.7 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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5.0 1 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Few · 2–3 dishes
menu
Poorly marked
staff
Basic understanding
protein
lentils

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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