5 Affordable Cafes in Anna Nagar, Chennai
Updated 29 September 2026 · 5 cafes in Anna Nagar, Chennai considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This is a short list of budget-friendly cafes in Anna Nagar, Chennai, for anyone looking for a coffee break, evening tea with snacks or a casual meal without spending much. Only places with a Google price range of the lower bands were considered, and the order comes from Google ratings weighted by review count. Each entry notes the hours, the setting and what reviewers mention, so you can pick a spot that suits the time of day and the kind of visit you have in mind.
#1
Peekay Coffee
★ 4.6 (241 Google reviews)Cafe₹1–200 per person
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Peekay Coffee is a small tea and snacks outlet in Welcome Colony, Anna Nagar West Extension, open from 6 am most days and from 10 am on Sundays. Reviewers mention filter coffee, strong tea and South Indian snacks such as bhaji, keerai vadai and medu vada, served fresh. There are a few tables and cold items like juices, falooda and ice cream. It offers takeaway, drive-through and delivery, with free parking nearby.
Best for: Early morning filter coffee and snacks
- Address
- 27/8, Welcome Colony, Anna Nagar West Extension, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600101
- Hours
- Fri 6 am–9:30 pm; Mon 6 am–9:30 pm; Sat 6 am–9:30 pm; Sun 10 am–8:30 pm; Thu 6 am–9:30 pm; Tue 6 am–9:30 pm; Wed 6 am–9:30 pm
#2
Ram's Tea House - Anna Nagar 2nd Avenue
★ 4.4 (4,757 Google reviews)Coffee shop₹1–200 per person
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Ram's Tea House on 2nd Avenue is open 24 hours, which makes it useful for late-night tea runs. Reviewers mention strong, consistent tea, filter coffee and flavoured milks such as rose milk, palm sugar milk and mango milk. The snack menu is wide, with bun maska, Nutella bun and mini samosas among the items regulars point to. The interior is described as clean and relaxed, with Tamil music playing and a decent seating area.
Best for: Round-the-clock tea and quick bites
- Address
- C-40, 2nd Ave, Anna Nagar, Anna Nagar West, Anna Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600040
- Hours
- daily Open 24 hours
#3
Writer's Café
★ 4.3 (1,311 Google reviews)Cafe₹200–400 per person
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Writer's Café sits on the third floor of VR Chennai mall, near the PVR side, and is open daily from 11:15 am to 10 pm. The menu covers breakfast through dinner, and reviewers mention lattes, pizzas, sandwiches and flammkuchen. Google lists it as good for working on a laptop and for solo dining, with vegetarian options and desserts. Weekends can get crowded, and some reviewers note slower service when it is busy.
Best for: Mall meal or laptop session
- Address
- 3rd Floor, VR Chennai (Mall, Jawaharlal Nehru Salai, Anna Nagar West, Anna Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600040
- Hours
- daily 11:15 am–10 pm
#4
Glen's Bakehouse
★ 4.2 (2,708 Google reviews)Cafe₹200–600 per person
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Glen's Bakehouse on 5th Avenue in AC Block runs from 8:30 am until 12:30 am. Breads and baked goods are sold on the ground floor, while the cafe is upstairs, reached by a narrow staircase. Reviewers mention the assorted cookie box, pancakes and vanilla cold coffee, along with a large menu. Seating inside is limited, though outdoor seating is listed. It also suits late dessert or a quiet solo meal.
Best for: Bakes and late-night desserts
- Address
- AC18, 5th Ave, Block AC, AC Block, Anna Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600040
- Hours
- daily 8:30 am–12:30 am
#5
Cafe Arabica Cafe and Restaurant
★ 4.2 (1,885 Google reviews)Coffee shop₹200–600 per person
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Cafe Arabica is on 3rd Avenue in Block E, Anna Nagar East, open daily from 9 am to 11:30 pm. Reviewers describe a cosy, dimly lit room suited to small celebrations, with salads, fries, grilled sandwiches, chicken meal combos and ice cream on the table. It offers table service, a restroom and dessert, and is listed as good for working on a laptop. Some reviewers mention uneven cold coffee and cheesecake on recent visits.
Best for: Cosy evening catch-ups
- Address
- 4, 3rd Ave, beside Savoury Sea Shell, Block E, Annanagar East, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600102
- Hours
- daily 9 am–11:30 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 5 cafes in Anna Nagar, Chennai with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google price range of ₹600 or less per person, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Writer's Café, Glen's Bakehouse and Cafe Arabica Cafe and Restaurant take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- Ram's Tea House - Anna Nagar 2nd Avenue is listed as open 24 hours, so it works for a very early or very late visit.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated cafe on this list?
Peekay Coffee ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.6 from 241 reviews. Ram's Tea House - Anna Nagar 2nd Avenue is second at 4.4 from 4,757 reviews.
Which cafes in Anna Nagar, Chennai are open late?
Ram's Tea House - Anna Nagar 2nd Avenue is listed as open 24 hours. Glen's Bakehouse stays open until 12:30 am.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Peekay Coffee ₹1–200; Ram's Tea House - Anna Nagar 2nd Avenue ₹1–200; Writer's Café ₹200–400; Glen's Bakehouse ₹200–600; Cafe Arabica Cafe and Restaurant ₹200–600.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Peekay Coffee, Ram's Tea House - Anna Nagar 2nd Avenue, Writer's Café, Glen's Bakehouse and Cafe Arabica Cafe and Restaurant.
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