Best Restaurant in Besant Nagar - Authentic Tamil Cuisine
#1 Best Restaurant in Besant Nagar | Top South Indian Restaurant Chennai | Authentic Tamil Cuisine
Discover why we're rated the #1 best restaurant in Besant Nagar, Chennai! Experience authentic Tamil cuisine with our signature Chicken Biryani, Chicken 65, and traditional Tamil dishes. Perfect for family dining near Adyar and Elliot's Beach.Best South Indian restaurant serving traditional home-style cooking.
Authentic Tamil Cuisine in Besant Nagar
Welcome to Thennattu Virundhu—your definitive destination for truly authentic Tamil cuisine in Besant Nagar, Chennai. Located near the vibrant Elliot's Beach, we are proud to be recognized as one of the best non-veg South Indian restaurants, top Tamil cuisine restaurant Chennai, best family restaurant Besant Nagar, and premium South Indian restaurant near Adyar serving the communities of Adyar, Thiruvanmiyur, and all of South Chennai.
Thennattu Virundhu means "Traditional Feast" in Tamil, and that's exactly the rich, flavourful experience we promise. Step into our welcoming space and taste the heritage of Tamil Nadu in every bite.
Forget generic dining; our focus is on time-honoured, traditional Tamil cooking methods and fresh, high-quality ingredients. We're not just a restaurant; we're a culinary celebration of the region, perfect for family dinners, a treat after a walk on Besant Nagar Beach (Bessie), or your go-to spot for home-style South Indian food.
Authentic Tamil Recipes
Traditional Tamil cooking methods & home-style South Indian cooking
Best Non-Veg Restaurant
Top South Indian dinner spot in Besant Nagar
Fresh Ingredients
Quality non-veg restaurant Chennai with fresh South Indian meals
Our Signature Dishes
Our menu is a curated journey through Tamil Nadu's rich culinary landscape, specializing in spicy, aromatic preparations that truly stand out. Discover our signature dishes that have made Thennattu Virundhu the best South Indian restaurant in Besant Nagar, top Tamil cuisine restaurant Chennai, best non-veg restaurant near Adyar, and premium South Indian restaurant Besant Nagar.
Authentic Chicken Biryani
₹130Aromatic, proper Tamil-style Biryani with tender chicken, a must-try lunch item in Besant Nagar. The best Chicken Biryani in Chennai.
Spicy Chicken 65
₹200Crispy, fiery, and packed with traditional South Indian spice—the best Chicken 65 in Chennai. Perfect for spice-lovers.
Mutton Thokku Biriyani
₹320Rich, slow-cooked mutton, a classic Mutton Biryani experience you won't forget. Traditional Tamil Nadu style food.
Tandoori Chicken
₹200Succulent tandoori chicken marinated in yogurt and spices. Best non-veg restaurant near Adyar.
Chicken 65 Biriyani
₹200A spicy twist on a classic! Our special Biryani with Chicken 65 for the spice-lovers. Besant Nagar Biryani specialty.
Chicken Lollypop
₹200Crispy chicken lollypops with spicy marinade and perfect texture. South Indian food near Elliot's Beach.
Visit Us in Besant Nagar
Visit us at our location in Besant Nagar, Chennai, and experience authentic Tamil cuisinein a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Conveniently located for residents of Adyar, Thiruvanmiyur, and ECR areas.
Address
18, 5th Ave, Tiruvalluvar Nagar, Besant Nagar, Chennai
Opening Hours
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM (Daily)
Contact
+91 44 4796 6281
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Visit Us
18, 5th Ave, Tiruvalluvar Nagar, Besant Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600090
Call Us
+91 44 4796 6281
Opening Hours
Monday - Sunday: 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM