A 7-Day Foodie Tour in Chennai

1. Day 1: Breakfast at Ratna Cafe
   25 minutes (7.6 km) from Chennai International Airport

   Started in 1948, serving the best South Indian breakfast in Chennai. This place is heaven for idly-pongal lover!

2. Day 2: Street Food Crawl in George Town
   25 minutes (6.4 km) from Ratna Cafe

   Explore the spicy street food of Chennai at Sowcarpet, particularly Burma Bazaar. Don't miss the North Indian chaat, samosas, and Chettinad chicken.

3. Day 3: Lunch at Amethyst Cafe
   18 minutes (8.5 km) from George Town

   Set in a 1920s heritage brand that also sells unique clothing. Enjoy a delicately prepared continental lunch while shopping for exquisite clothes and jewellery.

4. Day 4: Seafood at Hot Chips
   28 minutes (7.4 km) from Amethyst Cafe

   An iconic restaurant famous for its seafood, particularly grilled fish. Don't forget to try their famous prawn fry and fish curry.

5. Day 5: Breakfast at Murugan Idli Shop
   27 minutes (11.5 km) from Hot Chips

   South Indian breakfast is best enjoyed at Murugan Idli Shop. Their idlis and vadas are soft and fluffy to melt in your mouth.

6. Day 6: Chettinad Meal at Karaikudi Chettinadu Mess
   39 minutes (13.4 km) from Murugan Idli Shop

   Experience the authentic Chettinad food in Chennai. Don't miss their combo meal served on a banana leaf with unique traditional flavours.

7. Day 7: Dinner at Dakshin, Crowne Plaza
   30 minutes (12.2 km) from Karaikudi Chettinadu Mess

   Dakshin has been serving the best South Indian fine dining since 1989. Their Mutton Biryani and Aviyal are a must-try, served to your liking by skilled chefs.

Time and Costs Estimates:

• Ratna Cafe (1 hour, £3)
• Street Food Crawl (2 hours, £10)
• Amethyst Cafe (1.5 hours, £15)
• Hot Chips (1 hour, £20)
• Murugan Idli Shop (1 hour, £3)
• Karaikudi Chettinadu Mess (2 hours, £10)
• Dakshin, Crowne Plaza (1.5 hours, £40)
• Total Estimated Costs: £101

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, visit Kapaleeshwarar Temple and Besant Nagar Beach. If you have less time, skip the street food crawl and go straight to Amethyst Cafe for lunch. Try using Uber/Ola for convenient travel around the city.