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2-Day Foodie Itinerary for Rameshwaram in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Breakfast at Sathakadi Beeda
    5 minutes (0.8 miles) from Ramanathaswamy Temple

    Start your day like a local with a delicious breakfast at Sathakadi Beeda. This small eatery is famous for its fluffy idlis, crispy vadas, and delicious chutneys. You can also try their mouth-watering pongal or the spicy masala dosa. Wash it all down with a hot cup of filter coffee. The restaurant opens at 6:00 am, so make sure you get there early to avoid the rush.

  2. Day 1: Lunch at Amma Mess
    15 minutes (2.5 miles) from Sathakadi Beeda

    For lunch, head to Amma Mess, a local favorite that serves authentic South Indian food. Don't miss their signature mutton biryani and the mouth-watering fish fry. The meals are served on a banana leaf which adds to the traditional experience. They open at 11:00 am, so plan your day accordingly.

  3. Day 1: Dinner at Bay Watch Family Restaurant
    10 minutes (1.5 miles) from Amma Mess

    End your day with a delicious dinner at Bay Watch Family Restaurant. This restaurant serves a variety of Indian and Chinese dishes that are sure to satisfy your taste buds. Try their tandoori chicken or the spicy Andhra-style chicken fry. They also have a good selection of vegetarian dishes. The restaurant is open till 10:00 pm, so you can enjoy a leisurely dinner.

  4. Day 2: Breakfast at Arya Bhavan
    15 minutes (2.7 miles) from Bay Watch Family Restaurant

    For breakfast, head to Arya Bhavan, a vegetarian restaurant that serves a variety of South Indian dishes. Try their crispy dosas, fluffy idlis, and the delicious kesari bath. Don't forget to try their filter coffee which is a must-try in South India. The restaurant opens at 7:00 am, so you can have a relaxed start to your day.

  5. Day 2: Lunch at Temple View Restaurant
    5 minutes (0.9 miles) from Arya Bhavan

    For lunch, head to Temple View Restaurant which offers a stunning view of the Ramanathaswamy Temple. Try their thalis which come with a variety of vegetarian dishes, including a sweet dessert. You can also try their biryanis or the spicy Chettinad chicken curry. The restaurant is open till 3:00 pm, so you can take your time and enjoy the view.

  6. Day 2: Dinner at Sri Saravana Bhavan
    20 minutes (3.5 miles) from Temple View Restaurant

    End your foodie adventure with a delicious dinner at Sri Saravana Bhavan. This popular chain of vegetarian restaurants serves a variety of South Indian dishes that are sure to please. Try their mini tiffin which comes with a variety of dishes like idlis, vadas, and pongal. You can also try their North Indian dishes like paneer butter masala or the aloo gobi. The restaurant is open till 10:00 pm, so you can enjoy a leisurely dinner.

Recommendations

Don't miss the seafood at Hotel Guru, which is known for its prawn masala and fish curry. You can also take a day trip to Dhanushkodi, which is about 20 kilometers from Rameshwaram. Dhanushkodi is a ghost town that was destroyed in a cyclone in 1964. You can hire a jeep and take a bumpy ride to the tip of the town where the Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal meet.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Sathakadi Beeda (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Amma Mess (1.5 hours, INR 500)
  • Bay Watch Family Restaurant (1.5 hours, INR 600)
  • Arya Bhavan (1 hour, INR 250)
  • Temple View Restaurant (1.5 hours, INR 600)
  • Sri Saravana Bhavan (1.5 hours, INR 400)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2,550
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