5 Affordable Restaurants in Mylapore, Chennai
Updated 17 September 2026 · 6 restaurants in Mylapore, Chennai considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five affordable restaurants in Mylapore, Chennai, ideal for budget-conscious diners. The selection includes businesses with a Google price range of ₹600 or less per person, ranked by their ratings. Six qualifying businesses were considered to ensure quality. Whether you need a quick breakfast, a healthy meal, or a casual dinner, these spots offer verified options based on local reviews and pricing data.
#1
GOMATHI MESS
★ 4.5 (734 Google reviews)South Indian restaurant₹1–200 per person
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Gomathi Mess serves South Indian breakfast daily from 7 to 10:30 am. Reviewers praise the exceptional taste of pongal, idly, vada, and khichadi with coconut chutney and sambar. The eatery has no name board and no dining facilities, so regulars queue on the street to eat. Prices are listed as ₹1–200, making it a budget-friendly spot for a quick, healthy bite. Visitors note the crowd is worth tolerating for the mouthwatering flavors.
Best for: Traditional breakfast crowds
- Address
- Shop No. 4, GOMATHI MESS, 29/2, Mandaveli St, Sankarapuram, Mylapore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600028
- Hours
- daily 7–10:30 am
#2
Zoya's Cafe
★ 4.8 (69 Google reviews)Indian restaurant₹1–200 per person
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Zoya's Cafe opens daily from 4 pm to 10 pm, offering Indian dishes and quick bites. Reviewers highlight the Pizza Bun as a top dish, calling it worth the money with excellent quality. The cafe maintains a hygienic, well-maintained space suitable for solo diners and groups. Prices are listed as ₹1–200. Regulars appreciate the friendly service and the owner's hardworking attitude, noting that every dish is affordable and tasty.
Best for: Affordable cafe pizza
- Address
- 27MC+43C Zoya's Cafe, Ponnambala Vadhyar St, Vinayaka Nagar Colony, Mylapore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600004
- Hours
- daily 4–10 pm
#3
Rayar's mess
★ 4.3 (2,526 Google reviews)Vegetarian restaurant₹1–200 per person
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Rayar's Mess operates from 7 to 10 am and 3 to 8 pm on most days. Located in traditional lanes, this small vegetarian restaurant has an old-world charm. Reviewers advise arriving 15 minutes before opening to secure a seat in the limited space. The menu changes between breakfast and dinner. Guests find the food simple yet insanely tasty, with a menu that includes standard South Indian items and great coffee options.
Best for: Classic Mess breakfast
- Address
- 31, Arundale St, Madhavaperumalpuram, Mylapore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600004
- Hours
- Fri 7–10 am, 3–8 pm; Mon 7–10 am, 3–8 pm; Sat 7–10 am, 3–8 pm; Sun 7–10 am; Thu 7–10 am, 3–8 pm; Tue 7–10 am, 3–8 pm; Wed 7–10 am, 3–8 pm
#4
Haritam Restaurant, Mylapore
★ 4.2 (485 Google reviews)Vegetarian restaurant₹400–600 per person
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Haritam Restaurant serves vegetarian meals daily from 7 am to 10 pm. Reviewers describe a homely atmosphere with organic, low-carb options cooked in single-time used oil. The millet combo meal and moong fries receive high praise for being excellent and tasty. Meals are served in mud pots, adding a traditional feel. Prices are listed as ₹400–600, catering to those seeking healthy, authentic, and well-balanced food.
Best for: Healthy millet meals
- Address
- 13/7, PS Siva Swamy Rd, Sullivan Garden, Mylapore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600004
- Hours
- daily 7 am–10 pm
#5
Ratna Cafe
★ 4 (5,286 Google reviews)South Indian restaurant₹1–200 per person
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Ratna Cafe is open daily from 6 am to 10:30 pm. Reviewers call it a must-visit for authentic South Indian food, praising the legendary Sambar Idly and the show-stopping sambar. The ghee masala dosa and filter coffee are also recommended. While some note the sambar is good but not as hyped as others, the service remains prompt and efficient. Prices are listed as ₹1–200, making it a reliable spot for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Best for: Authentic South Indian coffee
- Address
- 37, S Mada St, Alamelu Manga Puram, Sankarapuram, Mylapore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600004
- Hours
- daily 6 am–10:30 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 6 restaurants in Mylapore, 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
- Haritam Restaurant, Mylapore takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Ratna Cafe opens at 6 am.
- Rayar's mess and Haritam Restaurant, Mylapore are pure vegetarian places.
- 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?
GOMATHI MESS ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.5 from 734 reviews. Zoya's Cafe is second at 4.8 from 69 reviews.
Which restaurants in Mylapore, Chennai are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Ratna Cafe, at 10:30 pm.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: GOMATHI MESS ₹1–200; Zoya's Cafe ₹1–200; Rayar's mess ₹1–200; Haritam Restaurant, Mylapore ₹400–600; Ratna Cafe ₹1–200.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for GOMATHI MESS, Rayar's mess, Haritam Restaurant, Mylapore and Ratna Cafe.
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