Where to Eat
Must-Try Dishes
Steamed rice cakes, soft and fluffy, served with sambar and chutneys. Available at any local tiffin centre, rupees 30-50 for two.
Thin, crispy crepes made from fermented batter, various fillings available. Found at all South Indian restaurants, rupees 50-100.
Savory fried lentil doughnuts, often served with sambar. Popular breakfast or snack item, rupees 20-40 per piece.
A savory rice and lentil porridge, often seasoned with black pepper and ghee. Common breakfast dish, rupees 60-80.
Strong, sweet coffee brewed with milk, served in a traditional dabara-tumbler set. Essential after any meal, rupees 20-40.
Spicy and aromatic chicken curry from the Chettinad region. Available at larger restaurants, rupees 250-400.
Flaky, layered flatbread, often served with a rich gravy. Popular evening snack or dinner, rupees 40-60 per piece.
A cold, refreshing drink made with milk, almond gum, sarsaparilla syrup, and ice cream. Found at juice shops, rupees 80-120.
Best Restaurants
GRT Regency Sameera Restaurant
South Indian, North Indian, Continental
Hotel Arcot Woodlands Restaurant
South Indian, North Indian
Aasife Biriyani
Biriyani, South Indian
Hotel Saravana Bhavan (Vellore)
South Indian Vegetarian
Street Food Spots
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