Start your day with freshly baked local treats at K.R. Bakery. Their speciality is "Egg Puffs" which is a must-try. However, they also offer a variety of other baked goods like cakes, biscuits, and bread. The quality and hygiene of their food is impressive.
After having time to digest your breakfast, head over to Banana Leaf Restaurant. They serve an authentic Chettinad cuisine, which is a famous food from South India. Their specialty is a non-vegetarian meal served on a banana leaf which will give you a real taste of Tamil Nadu. The food is quite spicy and aromatic.
Anjappar Chettinad Restaurant is another great restaurant to try authentic Chettinadu cuisine. This chain is famous throughout Tamil Nadu. You can order anything from their menu as each dish has a unique taste. However, their boneless and bone-in chicken dishes are the must-try ones.
Start your day with delicious, traditional South Indian breakfast at Shri Durga Vilas which is a local favorite. They serve an extensive breakfast menu including idlis, dosas, vadas, and more. However, their "Mini Tiffin" in which they serve a variety of dishes is a great recommendation, as you can try a lot of items at once.
For lunch, visit the famous Hotel Ganesh Bhavan situated in the heart of the city. They serve pure vegetarian meals that are simple yet delicious. Their thali (a full meal platter) and pulao (a rice dish) are popular among the locals.
End your foodie journey with the delicious sweets and snacks of Vilasam Sweets. The sweets are freshly prepared and melt in your mouth. They also offer hot and crispy bajjis (fritters), samosas, and pakoras.
If you have less time, you can skip one meal and adjust your schedule accordingly based on your preference. For more time, you can add a visit to the famous Kasi Vishwanathar Temple located near Aruppukottai city center. You can also visit nearby cities and towns such as Madurai and Virudhunagar to try their local cuisine as well.