5 Affordable Restaurants in Adyar, Chennai
Updated 17 September 2026 · 6 restaurants in Adyar, Chennai considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five affordable restaurants in Adyar, Chennai, selected for prices of ₹600 or less per person. The ranking is based on Google ratings from a pool of six qualifying businesses. It helps locals and visitors find budget-friendly spots for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Each entry details hours, price range, and specific menu items mentioned by reviewers, focusing on what is actually available at each location.
#1
Erode Amman Mess
★ 4.4 (7,047 Google reviews)South Indian restaurant₹200–600 per person
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Erode Amman Mess serves South Indian food daily from 11:45 am to 4 pm and 6:45 pm to 11 pm. Reviewers highlight soulful meals served on banana leaves, noting the tender mutton in biryani and the fluffy porotta. The women-owned spot offers all-you-can-eat options, organic dishes, and healthy choices. With counter and table service available, it is wheelchair-accessible and suitable for solo dining or late-night visits near the Adyar police station.
Best for: Women-owned South Indian meals
- Address
- Police Station, No.163, SMS Building,LB Road, Landmark:, near Adyar, behind Sony Showroom, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600020
- Hours
- daily 11:45 am–4 pm, 6:45–11 pm
#2
That Curry Shop
★ 4.3 (419 Google reviews)Restaurant₹200–600 per person
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That Curry Shop operates from 7 am to 11 pm under Capital Kia on Lattice Bridge Road. Reviewers describe a vibrant South Indian-themed interior with warm lighting and spacious seating. Regulars praise the Kavuni Arisi Akkaravadisal and Thali, though some note the mutton consistency in biryani could vary. The location offers parking for cars and bikes, accepts credit and debit cards, and provides Halal food options alongside vegetarian dishes.
Best for: Spacious South Indian dining
- Address
- under Capital Kia, 17, lattice bridge road, adyar Landmark:, South, next to Honda Big Wing, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600020
- Hours
- daily 7 am–11 pm
#3
Gobbelin
★ 4.2 (149 Google reviews)Mediterranean restaurant₹200–400 per person
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Gobbelin is a Mediterranean restaurant open from 12 pm to 9 pm on most days, closed only on Tuesdays. Located near Ladies Club, it features a calming ambiance with a book collection and board games. Reviewers enjoy the hummus platter and mezze, praising the quantity of pita and falafal. It offers great coffee and desserts, with wheelchair-accessible seating and takeaway options available for those seeking healthy small plates.
Best for: Peaceful Mediterranean bites
- Address
- Ladies Club, 56, B Ramachandra Adithanar Rd, next to Gandhi Nagar, Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600020
- Hours
- Fri 12–9 pm; Mon 12–9 pm; Sat 12–9 pm; Sun 12–9 pm; Thu 12–9 pm; Tue Closed; Wed 12–9 pm
#4
Sangeetha Veg Restaurant - Adyar
★ 4.2 (19,694 Google reviews)Vegetarian restaurant₹200–400 per person
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Sangeetha Veg Restaurant - Adyar runs daily from 6:30 am to 10:30 pm on Gandhi Nagar 1st Main Road. Reviewers appreciate the modern, air-conditioned ground floor and efficient service for large groups. Dishes like mushroom starter and Cheese Kulcha with Palak Paneer receive high praise for being soft and hot. The outlet offers all-you-can-eat options, vegan selections, and great tea, making it a reliable spot for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Best for: Large groups and veg meals
- Address
- No: 7, Gandhi Nagar 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600020
- Hours
- daily 6:30 am–10:30 pm
#5
Kuttanad Restaurant
★ 4.1 (3,670 Google reviews)Kerala restaurant₹200–400 per person
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Kuttanad Restaurant serves Kerala cuisine daily from 12:15 pm to 3:30 pm and 7 pm to 11 pm on Besant Nagar 1st Main Road. Reviewers mention authentic flavors in beef, meen pollichathu, and puttu-kadala, along with a warm water welcome. While some found pricing high for certain fish dishes, others called the taste satisfying and the prices reasonable. The casual spot accepts reservations and caters to groups and university students.
Best for: Authentic Kerala home-style lunch
- Address
- New Number 38, Besant Nagar 1st Main Road, Besant Ave Rd, Adyar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600090
- Hours
- daily 12:15–3:30 pm, 7–11 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 6 restaurants in Adyar, 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 17 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Gobbelin, Sangeetha Veg Restaurant - Adyar and Kuttanad Restaurant take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Sangeetha Veg Restaurant - Adyar opens at 6:30 am.
- Sangeetha Veg Restaurant - Adyar is a pure vegetarian place.
- 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 restaurant on this list?
Erode Amman Mess ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.4 from 7,047 reviews. That Curry Shop is second at 4.3 from 419 reviews.
Which restaurants in Adyar, Chennai are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Erode Amman Mess, at 11 pm.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Erode Amman Mess ₹200–600; That Curry Shop ₹200–600; Gobbelin ₹200–400; Sangeetha Veg Restaurant - Adyar ₹200–400; Kuttanad Restaurant ₹200–400.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Erode Amman Mess, That Curry Shop, Gobbelin, Sangeetha Veg Restaurant - Adyar and Kuttanad Restaurant.
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