This is the only restaurant in DFW I know of which serves typical Kerala dishes in a sit down restaurant, and Manna does a great job . The new location in the same complex is more spacious and has a better ambiance than the old place. The staff and chef are friendly and attentive. The kappa (mashed tapioca) was consistenlty soft throughout and the fish curry seemed to have little puli (tart) at all but was with plenty fish pieces seasoned well to suit. The appams (rice flour pancakes) with Kerala style chicken curry were a surprise to see on the buffet, and a real treat, particularly as the chicken currry tasted authentically Kerala style. Hope to see in the future some Kerala style chumunthi (ground coconut sauce) for the idlis, and semiya payasam for dessert. I applaud Manna for a great start in the pleasing the palate of Kerala food epicureans and give Manna a four star. I can't wait to return and see what's new.
Pros: Kerala style dishes expose palates to the spices of Malabar coast &Kerala fare
Cons: would like more Kerala dishes
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