5 Best Coffee Shops in Tambaram, Chennai
Updated 17 September 2026 · 7 cafes in Tambaram, Chennai considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists the top five coffee shops in Tambaram, Chennai, chosen by weighting Google ratings from 7 qualifying businesses. It helps locals find spots for coffee, snacks, and hangouts. The list covers places with morning, evening, and 24-hour options. Each entry is built from verified review excerpts and business hours. Whether you need a quiet corner or a family spot, these Tambaram cafes offer distinct experiences.
#1
Coffee n' Cream ™
★ 4.7 (98 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Located in CTO Colony, Coffee n' Cream ™ operates from 3 pm to 9 pm on most days, remaining closed on Mondays. Reviewers highlight the flavorful filter coffee and aroma, noting that the cold coffee and fries taste great. Regulars appreciate the neat maintenance and the use of air fryers for cooking snacks. The staff asks about spice preferences, though some advise avoiding seats near the sofa due to insects attracted by the light. Prices are described as reasonable for this evening spot.
Best for: Evening coffee and air-fried snacks
- Address
- NO:1, 1st St, CTO Colony, West Tambaram, Tambaram, Tamil Nadu 600045
- Hours
- Fri 3–9 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 3–9 pm; Sun 3–9 pm; Thu 3–9 pm; Tue 3–9 pm; Wed 3–9 pm
#2
Sky Dreams Cafe
★ 4.8 (60 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Sky Dreams Cafe stays open 24 hours daily at Mudichur Rd, offering a cozy vibe for morning or late-night visits. Customers describe the coffee as delicious and the service as friendly. The ambiance is praised as perfect for relaxing with family or friends, with neat and clean surroundings. Reviewers mention tasty offerings like chicken rice, which was noted for its generous quantity and affordable price during offers. It is considered a budget-friendly spot for those seeking good food and fun.
Best for: 24-hour relaxed cafe with family
- Address
- 358, Mudichur Rd, West Tambaram, Tambaram, Tamil Nadu 600045
- Hours
- daily Open 24 hours
#3
Saptiya cafe
★ 4.9 (21 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Saptiya Cafe on Velachery Main Rd is open from 11 am to midnight. Reviewers frequently mention the friendly service and the quality of fruit juices, highlighting a buy-one-get-one-free offer on fresh juice items. Regulars enjoy the burger, chicken momos, and fish fingers. The location is described as a hidden spot that remains neat and clean. Visitors note that the food quality and quantity are good, especially given the affordable costs compared to other shops.
Best for: Burger, momos, and juice offers
- Address
- 232, Velachery Main Rd, East Tambaram, Selaiyur, Tambaram, Tamil Nadu 600073
- Hours
- daily 11 am–12 am
#4
Ila Cafe
★ 4.5 (20 Google reviews)Coffee shop₹1–200 per person
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Ila Cafe in Professors Colony operates from 10 am to 10 pm daily. This venue offers dine-in, coffee, and quick bites, with attributes including free street parking and NFC mobile payments. Reviewers recommend the momos, sandwiches, and shawarma, describing them as very good. The price range is ₹1–200, making it a good value option. The staff is noted as quite nice, and there is a designated smoking area outside for guests.
Best for: Quick bites and street parking
- Address
- W49H+CJ6 Ila Cafe, Park St, Professors Colony, East Tambaram, Tambaram, Tamil Nadu 600059
- Hours
- daily 10 am–10 pm
#5
Karupatti Kudil
★ 4.2 (774 Google reviews)Coffee shop₹1–200 per person
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Karupatti Kudil on Grand Southern Trunk Rd is open from 3 am to 1 am daily. It serves coffee, tea, and traditional snacks made with palm jaggery (karupatti). While the ambiance and hygiene are praised, some reviewers mention rude behavior at the bill counter. Regulars enjoy cotton seed milk and the variety of vegetarian options. It is a popular spot for evening hangouts and families, though it gets crowded during peak hours.
Best for: Traditional snacks and palm jaggery sweets
- Address
- 24, Grand Southern Trunk Rd, near Barbeque Nation, Sanatorium, Kamaraj Nagar, Tambaram Sanatoruim, Tambaram Sanatorium, Tambaram, Tamil Nadu 600047
- Hours
- daily 3 am–1 am
How we made this list
We looked at 7 cafes in Tambaram, Chennai with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google category “Coffee shop”, ranked by weighted 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
- Sky Dreams Cafe 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?
Coffee n' Cream ™ ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 98 reviews. Sky Dreams Cafe is second at 4.8 from 60 reviews.
Which cafes in Tambaram, Chennai are open late?
Sky Dreams Cafe is listed as open 24 hours. Saptiya cafe stays open until 12 am; Karupatti Kudil stays open until 1 am.
How much does it cost at these cafes?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Ila Cafe ₹1–200; Karupatti Kudil ₹1–200. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Ila Cafe and Karupatti Kudil.
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