2-Day Foodie Itinerary for Ooty

  1. Day 1: Hotel Adyar Ananda Bhavan
    10 minutes (2.5 km) from Ooty Bus Stand

    Begin your culinary adventure in Ooty with a hearty breakfast at Hotel Adyar Ananda Bhavan, famous for its South Indian delicacies. Along with traditional dishes like idli and dosa, try their signature dishes like Masala Pongal and Keerai Pongal. With a pleasant ambiance and excellent service, it's an excellent way to start your day.

  2. Day 1: Willy's Coffee Pub
    7 minutes (2.3 km) from Hotel Adyar Ananda Bhavan

    After a satisfying breakfast, head to Willy's Coffee Pub for some freshly brewed coffee and sandwiches. A cozy and laid-back setting with a wide variety of coffee blends to choose from, it's an ideal spot to unwind and experience some of their delectable dishes like English breakfast, Omelette, and Fruit Platter.

  3. Day 1: Nahar Residency Restaurant
    15 minutes (4.4 km) from Willy's Coffee Pub

    Afternoon calls for a satisfying lunch spread, and Nahar Residency Restaurant fits the bill. With a welcoming ambiance and prompt service, they offer a variety of cuisines ranging from Indian, Chinese, and Continental. Afternoon thalis and fried rice with Manchurian are highly recommended to try.

  4. Day 1: King Star Restaurant
    18 minutes (3.5 km) from Nahar Residency Restaurant

    For dinner, head to King Star Restaurant, well known for its Mughalai, Chinese, and Indian cuisine. With an affordable price range and generous serving size, try dishes like Chicken Tikka Biryani, Garlic Naan, and Tandoori Chicken.

  5. Day 2: Earl's Secret
    20 minutes (5.8 km) from King Star Restaurant

    Start your second day in Ooty with a scrumptious breakfast at Earl's Secret. This colonial-era bungalow turned café provides a serene setting with stunning valley views and outdoor seating to savor the breakfast dishes. Try their popular dishes like English Breakfast, Pancakes, and Bacon Omelette.

  6. Day 2: Shinkow's Chinese Restaurant
    12 minutes (2.3 km) from Earl’s Secret

    For lunch, call in at Shinkow's Chinese Restaurant. They serve mouth-watering Chinese food, such as noodles, momos, and dumplings. Try their signature dishes like Szechwan Sauce, Fried Rice, and Hakka Noodles, which are a crowd favorite.

  7. Day 2: The Garden Cafe
    19 minutes (5.1 km) from Shinkow's Chinese Restaurant

    Take a coffee break at The Garden Cafe, a heavenly destination for coffee lovers. With picturesque surroundings and a peaceful ambiance, it offers an array of coffee blends, tea, snacks, and pastries. Try their classic cappuccino or caffè latte, which perfectly complements their chocolate truffle pastry.

  8. Day 2: Ascot Multi-Cuisine Restaurant
    16 minutes (5.2 km) from The Garden Cafe

    End your food exploration in Ooty with a delightful dinner at Ascot Multi-Cuisine Restaurant. They offer an extensive menu, with local and traditional dishes like Biryani and butter chicken, as well as international cuisines such as Thai and Continental. Don't forget to try their special dessert, Chocolate Excess.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hotel Adyar Ananda Bhavan (1 hour, INR 250)
  • Willy's Coffee Pub (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Nahar Residency Restaurant (1.5-2 hours, INR 500)
  • King Star Restaurant (1.5- 2 hours, INR 600)
  • Earl's Secret (1 hour, INR 350)
  • Shinkow's Chinese Restaurant (1-1.5 hours, INR 450)
  • The Garden Cafe (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Ascot Multi-Cuisine Restaurant (1.5-2 hours, INR 700)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3350

Useful Tips

If you have more time to spare, try visiting the bustling Ooty market for some street food and shopping. Alternatively, visit The Trout Farm Restaurant for delicious seafood or Pykara Lake Resort for some wholesome Indian food. On the other hand, if you have less time, shorten your itinerary by visiting only key restaurants like Hotel Adyar Ananda Bhavan and King Star Restaurant.

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