The Indian Restaurant Near Brandeis University Students Actually Recommend
Five minutes from campus, a full South & North Indian menu, a weekday lunch buffet, and a fully separate vegetarian kitchen. Here's why Brandeis students, parents, and faculty keep coming back to Peppino's Dosa.
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If you're looking for an Indian restaurant near Brandeis University, the short answer is: five minutes down South Street to Moody Street. Peppino's Dosa is the local pick for students, faculty, and parents alike — a full South and North Indian menu, a serious vegetarian setup, and enough space for a family celebration.
Why students choose Peppino's
Portions are generous, prices are fair, and the menu has enough range that a table of six can each order something different. The weekday lunch buffet (Tue–Fri, 11:30 AM – 2:45 PM) is the best value in town — fresh dosas made to your table plus a full spread of curries, sides, and dessert.
What to order on a student budget
- Masala dosa — huge, filling, under $15.
- Chana masala + rice or naan — comfort food, easy on the wallet.
- Chicken 65 — the study-break splurge.
- Mango lassi — worth it every time.
For parents' weekend & graduation
Peppino's is the room Brandeis parents book for family dinners, birthdays, and post-graduation celebrations. The community table in the back seats twelve, and we can quietly handle Jain, vegan, and gluten-free needs without making anyone feel like an inconvenience. Call ahead for parties of six or more.
Getting from campus
434 Moody Street — a five-minute drive from Brandeis, or a scenic walk down South Street if the weather's kind. See our full menu or call the restaurant to reserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
About a five-minute drive or a short rideshare — we're at 434 Moody Street in downtown Waltham, roughly 1.5 miles from the Brandeis campus.
Yes. We run a fully separate vegetarian kitchen — the first setup of its kind in the USA — with extensive vegan, Jain, and gluten-free options. Every dosa on the menu is vegan and gluten-free by nature.
Yes, through the major delivery apps. Direct pickup from the restaurant is also welcome — call ahead and we'll have it ready.
Come Taste It for Yourself
434 Moody Street, Waltham MA. Fresh dosas, thalis, and North Indian curries served every day.
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