20 Restaurants Everyone Must Visit in Chennai Right Now

Every place we go, first we see the food of that place. This Chennai food guide might help you as a trip planner to find an affordable and nice place to dine.

1. Pan Asia
ITC Grand Chola , 63 , Mount Road, Guindy, Chennai.

This isn’t one of those fancy run of the mill posh hotels; it is truly grand in many ways! The elaborate wood work, the marble all around, the high ceilings, the grand staircase, the chandeliers.
The Pan Asian restaurant has a display of some fine wine collection at the entrance. Once you enter the main dining area with the open kitchen, the decor, the dining plates, the red water glasses, the cutlery everything had “Asian” written all over it. The staff members are courteous and always there to help when you need without being intruding. The service was simply impeccable. The menu is big and diners will be spoilt for choices from all over Asia.

The drinksare refreshing and keeps you occupied while you wait for the starters. The wait is not too long though. Salmon & Spicy Tuna Sushi plates is wonderful. The fisiwas fresh and the sushi is simply yum! Most of the sushi ingredients are imported from Japan. The Sushi followed by Steamed Chicken buns and Chef recommended Chicken Jaio. The bun is sticky & sweet from outside with the chicken being spiced enough to balance it out. The chicken dumplings looks like a piece of art and exquisite. The kid get a specially made chicken noodles with toned down spices as per their liking. For the mains the Braised Pork Belly. That slowly cooked pork with the buttery belly fat and soft meat is like a piece of heaven on the plate.. It is accompanied with some steamed buns that paired well with the broth that with the pork. The dessert is beautifully plated with plum ice-cream, fried chocolate dumplings made of mochi and white chocolate droplets with colourful fruity powders.

Along with the impeccable service and the brilliant ambiance, Pan Asian is spot on in dishing out some authentic oriental fare. One of the finest restaurants in one of the finest luxury hotels, Pan Asian is an experience all by itself.

1. Dakshin
Crowne Plaza Chennai Adyar Park, TTK Road , Austin , Alwarpet , Chennai.

Dakshin at old park Sheraton now crown plaza is a must visit restaurent in Chennai. Try their prawn starters which was is appropriately done prawns coated with red masala which isso very well with melbec from Spain. The other starters banana dosa and some other small dosa as per the server's recommendation was really worth a try.

The main chicken dish with mild gravy is well with perfectly done appams. South Indian okra/prawn masala / lamb in a fiery brown gravy really hot the spot. All the ingredients are well cooked juicy and you will love the different tastes that they provid. Not to forget the Malabar parottas.
It is a great meal and you will remember the tastes for a long time. Service is great and very knowledgeable serving staff.

2. Madras Pavilion
ITC Grand Chola , 63, Mount Road , Guindy , Chennai

The madras place refines luxury dining with amazing desserts. The flavours are good and most of the ingredients are fresh. The starters are good and the mock tails are also good and they customise to our liking.

The service is veryprompt, courteous and very pro active. It does not feel like they are intruding our privacy. The main course is limited but the salads and oriental cuisine is good with fresh produce. The pork sausages are also worth a try .The desserts is amazing.

3. MuruganIdli Shop
149/1 , 6th Avenue , Opposite VilankanniVhurch , Besant Nagar , Chennai

A decent place for good south Indian food at affordable prices. Their dosa varieties are all crisp and delicious that you wouldn't want each bite to come to an end. The vadas are just about average though.
Idlis are cottony soft and possess a fresh look.

4. Adyar Anand Bhavan
9,L.B Road , Adyar ,Chennai.

Good place for crispy and tasty dosa along with vada.Sweets are very good. Everything at a very low price. Veg. curries are also good especiallykaju masala and navratnakhurma.
This place is famous for sweets...and yet they make some tasty cholabatura, adaiavial.

5. The Marina
39, College Road,Nungambakkam, Chennai
You live by the Coast and Chennai doesn't have too many sea food joints. But this one is an exclusive Sea food restaurant. They have an open display of all that you can see in the Ocean. The concept works by weight and they can satisfy your palette by the Cuisine you choose (Kerala, Tandoor, Chinese, Chettinad).

6. Shree Mithai
18, Dr TV Road, Chetpet, Chennai

This chain actually is primarily known for their sweets which by the way are top notch. They also serve snacks and other savouries. Good varieties in their menu and prompt service.This place seriously can be called Haldiram of South. Excellent taste.Superb service.Exquisite options for both sweets and snacks.

7. SarvanaBhavaan
Y 209, 2nd Avenue,Anna Nagar West, Chennai

Starting from idli's to every other dish they serve. Its clear that quality has been their utmost priority. Good service inspite of the crowds. Great food. Do try any of the saravanabhavan's when in chennai !Saravanabhavan is a quick place for a quick South Indian breakfast. The service is very prompt and quick and the staff are helpful in making us decide what we want. Must try for traditional South Indian.

8. Vrindavan
New Woodlands Hotel, 72/75, Dr.RadhakrishnanSalai, Mylapore, Chennai
One of the best south Indian restaurants... Delicious dosa and uttappam... Even the continental food is worth trying. Tomato omelet and Mexican bean salad were the stand out dishes... Also worth mentioning about their cold kesar lassi..

9. Sangeetha Veg. Restaurants
7, Gandhi Nagar, 1st Main Road,Adyar, Chennai

Quality - 4.5/5
Quantity - 4/5
Parking - 2/5
Service - 4/5
VFM - 3/5
Price - 1.5/5

10. Nair Mess

22, Mohammed Abdullah 2nd Street, Opposite Chepauk Stadium, Chepauk, Triplicane, Chennai

11. Rayar’s Mess
31, Arundale Street,,chennai,Mylapore, Chennai
Idli and vada served very hot and fresh in evening mysore bonda tasts nice and their filter Coffee tastes awesome must try value for money :)

12. Karpakambal Mess

Good place to have pure veg food. Tried ravapongal and Vazhaipoovadai, both are tasty. Podidosa was okayish. Filter Coffee is good.

13. Shree Krishna Sweets
Old No. 53, New No. 20, Venkatanarayana Road, T. Nagar, Chennai600017

Inviting ambiance; Clean and hygiene environment; Service with genuine warmth; Delicious rose badam milk are the highlights of my recent experience at this store.

14. Bombay Halwa House

12 & 14, Balfour Road, Davidpuram, Near Uma Complex, Kilpauk, Chennai

15. Hotel Krishna Prasad
76, NSC Bose Road,Sowcarpet, Chennai
Idly ( 5/5 )
Vada ( 5/5 )
Paper dosa ( 5/5 )
Sambhar ( 5/5 )
Set dosa ( 4/5 )
Pongal ( 5/5 )
Parothakurma ( 4/5 )
Coffee ( 5/5 )

Cost: Rs. 150/-

16. KozhiIdli

6/8, 4th Street, Crescent Avenue Road, Gandhi Nagar, Opposite Global Speciality Clinic Adyar, Chennai

17. Kaidi Kitchen
20/3, Bishop Wallers Avenue,Mylapore, Chennai 600004
Versatile aesthetics is the first reason to visit. Second is the variety of cuisines. Third is the taste.Worth a visit.

18. Haven Sampoorna
31, Pandian Street, VelacheryBypass Road, Near Guru Nanak College, Velachery, Chennai

They have good choice of continental & Indian dishes. Piping hot food & very courteous staff . They are one of the few places which do not levy service charge. Excellent value for money place. Average 3 course is about 300 rs per person

19. MamiKadai
7, Pitchupillai Street, Near Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Mylapore, Chennai
A small inn maintained exceptionally well. When the place is that clean, yo won't sulk about standing n eating your food. Typical Mylai touch.Authentic veg tiffen. They seem to have all kinda food. From the rice, to the dosa, to the bajji. The taste gives yo a homey feel. And it's awesomely pocket friendly

11 Things not to do When you Visit Bangkok

Bangkok- a hub of tourist attractions, the place of golden Buddhist temples, China town, special massages and the famous (or not so famous) Patpong red light district, lures holiday lovers from all over the world. Even though you will find that most of the urban Bangkok is like being in a never-ending party, there are however some faux pas which are best kept in mind.

There are many blogs and reviews which guide you to explore the city’s limits. However, we give you a list of things you must not do when in Bangkok! Read to know how you can explore the city like a true local and plan your trip.

1. Litter
Even though Bangkok is not one of the cleanest cities in the world, you will still find Police around who will fine anyone who litters in the city. Keep that cigarette bud in the empty beer can and find a trash can if you want to save the money for other pursuits!

2. The TukTuk deal

 The TukTuk ride is a spot on Bangkok experience but beware of being tricked by the humble vehicle drivers! Do not fall prey to TukTuk drivers who ask for cheap rate for a whole day or simply stalk you. Usually the drivers have a deal with restaurants and shops and may just cost you more time. Your best bet is to hunt down a TukTuk who will not force you to sightsee places of no interest!

3. Talking about the Royal Family

 If you speak of the Royal family in a disrespectful way you can be put behind bars for up to 15 years! Sightsee all the wonders of Bangkok and see the royal palace, a much better replacement to talking!

4. Shopping Recklessly

 Shopping at Bangkok can get a little tricky since you may never know the difference between originals and fakes. If it helps, ask for a guarantee card and you must feel a slight relief! The prices are also often over the top and bargaining skills are a must when in the city especially if you are shopping at local markets.

5. Rely on Word of Mouth Information
As much as the people are helpful in Bangkok, do plan your own trip and decide which are the most popular places to visit in the city beforehand. Beware of visiting attractions on local word of mouth. What is famous in Bangkok is famous on the internet too!

6. Avoid Peak Hour Traffic

 The Peak hours in Bangkok are full of traffic jams with TukTuks, Cars, Rickshaws and bikes. If you find a Taxi on meter, the prices will almost double in heavy traffic. Use Skytrainand the MRTMetro/subway to reach far off places.

7. Wrong Clothes

 As much as Bangkok is a tourist hub, do try to wear modest clothes when you visit temples, invitations or simply while sightseeing.Wearing black clothes to auspicious ceremonies including visiting temples or family occasions is considered a social faux pas.

8. Sitting on the Reserved Seats

 Public transport in Bangkok has reservation for Buddhist Monks and as tempting as it is to sit on a reserved seat, you will be better off trying to grab a seat for the unreserved passenger!

9. Massage Parlors

 Budget massage parlors pop all around the city and in hands of a not-so-legit masseuse, you are bound to expect week long body ache. Spend a few more Baht to get a good massage.

10. Local Beliefs

 The head is considered a sacred body part and touching anyone’s heador passing something over someone’s head will raise a few eyebrows for sure. Here’s another heads up- feet are considered unclean and hence footwear is always left outside while visiting someone at their home or entering temples. You may also plan your vacation in Bangkok through Bangkok trip planner.

11. PDA
As much as the urban Bangkok is relaxed, very rarely will you find couples showering their adoration on each other and kissing. If you are travelling here, save the intimate gestures for hotel rooms.

Bangkok all summed up is one hell of an experience. And whether you find it crazy, simplistic, religious or outrageous, you just cannot be a stranger to its charm.