The state of Tamilad, in which the city of Mahabalipuram is located, is famous for its rich kitchen - it is both traditional non-vegetarian and vegetarian dishes. The kitchen of this region is characterized by the use of rice, legumes and lentils. Her difference is the aroma and taste that is achieved by using numerous spices , including curry leaves, mustard seeds, coriander, ginger, garlic, chili pepper, carnation, cardamom, green cumin, nutmeg and pink water. Although, of course, approximately the same can be said about the rest of the regions of India - rice and spices.
Traditional local breakfasts usually include idi (cakes from black Masha and rice flour),
Dosa (crispy pancakes),
Putta (rice roll with coconut),
Idiyppham (rice noodles),
And back Vada (pancakes),
Chutney (something like sauces from vegetables or fruits), etc.
Coffee - The most popular drink.
What exactly to visit Cafes and restaurants in the city ? But, for example, what:
"ANTHONY'S CAFÉ"
(next to Chariot Resort)Previously, the cafe was called Alokosay Cafe. Now it is managed by the host named Anthony, who previously worked as a chef in this cafe. Previously, the cafe was in the very center of the city, but then moved to Fisherman Coloni. The owner is so responsive that if you call him, he can even pick you up and bring to his restaurant.
Prepare the dishes of local cuisine - and prepare stunning! During meals, you can enjoy the view from the terrace, the beach, tropical plants and the bay. It would be good that Anthony put several pointers on the main road so that more people could find a restaurant - and then a little difficult. On the other hand, fewer people are more charm. In addition, the prices in the restaurant are quite adequate.
"L'Attitude 49"
(Grande Bay Resort & Spa, 123, East Raja Street)Light, shining restaurant with a pleasant atmosphere, minimalistic decor and perfect cleanliness. Definitely, it is better here than in a restaurant in the neighboring Radisson, and in general, in comparison with other Swedish tables in the region, it is here that the most ideal value for money is here. It is nice that the restaurant is getting better and better every year. Menu is extensive - it is very difficult to choose something. In this case, a waiter will be useful, which will certainly help choose. The restaurant creates a very friendly lady from Canada, and her team is also very friendly. The food is amazingly pleasant, fresh seafood and can be made to your taste, there are options for vegetarians. Service, no doubt, at the highest level.
"THE NEW CAFE"
(Othavadai Cross Street)But here we must be worth it! The restaurant is beautifully located on the 2nd floor of the building overlooking the colorful street. It is especially pleasant to sit in the evening when the restaurant burns with small light bulb garlands. Furnishing service, free Wi-Fi and central location. Food in a restaurant is seafood, curry, fresh fruit juices - anything. Portions are good - you hardly manage with a dish. And they have beer - not in the menu, but you can ask for a waiter.
The owner of the restaurant loves to chat with the guests - a real family restaurant! In general, it is almost the best restaurants in all southern India! And sometimes there is live music (on weekends) and even parties. Compared to a number of other restaurants in the district, it seems modest, and it is generally easy to pass by - but believe me, it's worth going there!
"FRESHLY 'N' Hot Cafe"
(at Silver Moon Guest House)Cafe with a very positive atmosphere, almost French cafe with furniture of light flowers, a delicious coffee and large portions of omelets. Definitely, this is a great breakfast place.
And the coffee is completely the best in the town! If you want something that is not in the menu, they will certainly try to please you (even run into the store down the road to buy the missing ingredient). Yes, the menu is really small, but for breakfasts - the place is perfect. Plus, in the restaurant there are quite good prices, and the owner named Joe is an incredibly friendly person!
Nautilus
(Othavadai Cross Street, in front of Vinodhara Guest House)A pleasant cafe with a bright decor, very good food and reasonable prices. Especially good seafood and especially roasted shrimps. Friendly staff, excellent service.
If you stopped at Vinodhara Guest House, then tea and food you can even bring from the cafe to the room. There is a beer in the menu, but the range is small. Prices in the cafe are sufficiently low - what to say.
"Azumaa"
(No. 53, Ecr Main Road, near the ideal primebeach)Very clean, very laconic cafe in gray-black colors, with excellent service, beautiful view of the bay (especially, if you sit at the window, more precisely, on the edge of the terrace) and delicious seafood. Wonderful place for a company of 5-6 people.
"GOLDEN PALATE"
(Hotel Mamalla Heritage, 104, East Raja Road)Pleasant bright restaurant indian and western cuisine in the city center. Food, in general, usual, but not bad - it can be seen that the managers are very careful about their "brainchild". The service is worthy, the waiters are smiling. But prices, to be honest, above average (but each rope is worth it).
"Masala Cafe"
(at the end of Othavadai Street, opposite Bob Marley Hotel, near the beach)This cafe reigns a very calm atmosphere. Service, you can say, individual service, and views of the bay - stunning. Delightful fish and shrimp (and other Indian food), excellent music selection with background. Of the minuses - drunk noisy tourists are often peeled here, which hang out on the beach. And so - everything is cool!
"GOOD LUCK CAFE"
(Bajanaikoil ST, 181, Fisherman Coloni)This restaurant, of course, is one hundred times easier than the previous two. But there is some kind of charm in it. Simple, can be said, a usual restaurant with good traditional cuisine and quite pleasant owners who can even in the absence of other customers in the hall to hold you into the kitchen and show how a couple of local dishes are prepared. The restaurant is more often quiet, unlike most establishments. In general, this place is either really like it, or do not like it at all. Definitely, not the best option in the town, however, you can dine a couple of times.
