12 Best Cafes in Chennai

Cafes in Chennai!

The best places to explore the food scene are in Chennai; after all, Chennai is much more than Filter Coffee, Thyru sadham, Dosa, and Sambhar. Enjoy the flavours and the sceneries of the beautiful and historic city with our curation of the best Chennai cafes.

So without further ado,

let's check out these major cafes in the city

Best Cafes in Chennai

1. Tryst Cafe

2. Cafe Arabica

3. Brew Room

4. Chamier's Cafe

5. Higginbotham's Writer's Cafe

6. That Madras Place

7. Cafe De Paris

8. Fromage

9. Bistro 1427

10. Wild Garden Cafe

11. Shiraz Art Cafe

12. Cafe Mercara Express

Tryst Café

Tryst Café is one of the iconic cafes in Chennai. The café is truly a sight to behold, with amazing interiors and ambiance. Armed with a wide variety of tasty treats and pastries, Tyrst Café is very popular among the city's residents as well as visitors too. Along with a café, there's a bakery too, and its signature bread Kraftkorn is truly delicious. There is a wide variety of bread available here, as also pizza, burgers, sandwiches, falafel etc. The average cost for two would amount upto Rs 900.

Cafe Arabica

Café Arabica is one of the most sought-after cafes in Chennai, especially for its non-veg speciality dishes. It is renowned for its red meat and seafood dishes. Equipped with unique wooden designs and interiors, the atmosphere of Café Arabica will definitely transcend you to a whole new level. Located near Anna Nagar East Metro, the café also boasts a wide variety of sweets and savoury. The average cost for two persons can amount upto Rs 400 – Rs 500.

Brew Room

One of the most reputed and known as one of the best café in Chennai. This is a stellar find for those of you who prefer an outdoor café experience in Chennai. The café experience, especially in the evenings and early mornings, is perfect for a romantic date. Both the outdoors and indoors are designed brilliantly, and the ambience is best for a hefty Sunday brunch. The average cost for two persons can amount upto Rs 1100 – Rs 1500

Chamier's Café

Located at one of the top spots in the city, Chamier's Café has one of the best cafes in Chennai. Complete with a rustic European vibe, the café is a favourite spot for travellers and photographers. One of the main attractions of the café is the specially designed chandelier and also the multitude of amazing paintings.

Focusing mainly on quick bites as well as European savouries such as waffles, pancakes, and chocolate drinks, Chamier's is your best choice for a delicious treat. The average cost for two persons can amount upto Rs 1000 – Rs 1200

Higginbotham's Writer's Cafe

Let us now explore one of my favourites in Chennai, Higginbotham's Writer's Cafe. Imagine reading your favourite novel with the best and fresh dishes to keep you company. The writer's cafe is every literati's dream. Surrounded by stacks of books, you can spend your entire day reading with a bunch of tasty treats and a classy coffee. One of the commendable things about this cafe is that it trains burn victims for employment and gives them necessary life skills. The average cost for two persons can amount upto Rs 700 – Rs 1000

That Madras Place

One of the cosiest and most serene cafes in Chennai, That Madras Place is one of the top-notch cafe choices in the city. Located in Adayar, the majority of the visitors here are swooning over the many savoury sweets and delicious treats, and it is a foodie's retreat!

The average cost for two persons can amount up to Rs 700 to Rs 900 here.

Cafe De Paris

Cafe De Paris is yet another major outdoor cafe that most of us frequent to. The ambience is a perfect mix of indoor and outdoor, complete with a spacious covering that provides ample shade while you sip your cup of coffee and gives you a naturally rustic atmosphere. The cafe is adorned with various aesthetically pleasing memorabilia and paintings which transcend and give you a deep pang of nostalgia. The average cost for two persons can amount up to Rs 900 to Rs 1200 here.

Fromage

Just as the name sounds, Fromage is a cheese-themed cafe in MRC Nagar. The unique cafe is well known for its signature cheese fountains and chicken wing combos. The treats here are not only tasty but also Instagram-worthy. So grab your friends and visit Chennai's famous Fromage. The average cost for two persons can amount up to Rs 1000 to Rs 1500.

Bistro 1427

Velachury's very own Bistro 1427 is a haven for vegans as it is an exclusive vegetarian cafe. The white sauce pasta and its assorted chilli vegetables are famous across the town. The average cost for two persons can amount up to Rs 800 to Rs 1000.

Wild Garden Cafe- Amethyst

Wild Garden Cafe - Amethyst at Royapetta is known for its romantic vibe and is adorned with plants, giving a tropical feel. It is paired with a lifestyle store, which makes it the perfect place to plan your Sunday brunch with the love of your life. Moreover, the breakfast segment is heavenly. The average cost for two persons can amount up to Rs 1400 to Rs 1500.

Shiraz Art Cafe

Shiraz Art Cafe is perhaps all you want in a cafe. Just as in the movies, imagine reading a book, watching the ocean, and a plethora of artwork all around you. Shiraz Art Cafe has many fans in the city and is the go-to place for a weekend de-stress routine. Renowned for its Persian and avante garde cuisine, Shiraz Art Cafe is located at Blue Beach Road, Neelangarai. The average cost for two persons can amount up to Rs 1400 to Rs 1500.

Cafe Mercara Express

Cafe Mercara Express is one of the luxury cafes in Chennai. Part of ITC Grand Chola, the ambience of the regal past is fully evident in every element of the cafe. Cafe Mercara Express' signature dishes like Madras Fried Chicken, Chennai Chowder, and coffee in clay pots will all blow your mind away. The average cost for two people can amount upto Rs 2500.

So, folks, these are some of the finest and best Cafes in Chennai curated just for you! If you think we missed out on any, do let us know in the comments.