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Restaurant in Chennai, Thatchur, Tamil Nadu
What should I order at Manna Mess Kallakurichi?
What to order
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Non-Veg Meals
Most frequently praised as the restaurant’s signature item; repeatedly described as fresh, delicious, hearty, and worth the price, with many reviews highlighting the variety of gravies and the overall satisfying meal experience.
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Karuvadu Thokku
Mentioned multiple times as a standout specialty, with reviewers calling it flavorful, superb, and especially memorable compared with other dishes.
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Nandu Gravy
Recommended for its rich taste and strong flavor; reviewers specifically called it excellent and part of the best items in the non-veg spread.
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Mutton Sukka
Praised as awesome and tasty, with reviewers noting it as one of the best dishes they tried at the restaurant.
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Fish Curry
Highlighted for its homely taste and freshness, with multiple mentions of the fish dishes being especially good and enjoyable.
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Prawn Masala
Recommended as part of the best non-veg dishes, appreciated for its flavor and inclusion in the well-received seafood options.
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Nattu Kozhi Gravy
Called out for being very satisfying and flavorful, and repeatedly grouped among the top gravies in the meals.
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Ilaneer Payasam
Specifically recommended as a good dessert choice, with a reviewer directly noting it as worth trying.
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Kothu Parotta
Mentioned positively for its taste, with reviewers describing it as awesome and a good option beyond the meal platters.
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Kari Dosai
Recommended for its strong taste and good quality, with multiple reviewers saying it was very good and one of the best items they had there.
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Uppukari Chicken
Highlighted as a special dish and described as amazing, making it one of the restaurant’s memorable chicken preparations.
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Tender Coconut Payasam
Mentioned as a satisfying finish to the meal and appreciated as a pleasant dessert choice.
Details
Location
No/185/1B1, NH-69, Salem, Highway, Chennai, Thatchur, Tamil Nadu, 606213, IN
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
About Manna Mess Kallakurichi
Manna Mess Kallakurichi is a restaurant in Chennai, Thatchur, Tamil Nadu, serving non-veg meals in a casual mess-style setting. The reviews consistently praise the authentic Tamil-style flavors, especially dry fish thokku, chicken uppukari, mutton gravy, mutton chukka, rasam, and sambar. Reviewers also mention generous portions, fresh food, friendly and quick service, and ample parking. It offers dine-in, takeout, delivery, and onsite services, and is noted as suitable for lunch, dinner, solo dining, groups, and kids.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Halal food
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Table service
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Groups
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Manna Mess Kallakurichi known for?
It is best known for its non-veg meals, especially the dry fish thokku and the mutton and chicken gravies that reviewers describe as flavorful and hearty. People also call out the fresh fish dishes and the Tamil-style spice level, which makes it a common stop for travelers on the highway.
What dishes are most recommended at Manna Mess Kallakurichi?
Reviewers most often recommend dry fish thokku, chicken uppukari, mutton gravy, mutton chukka, and fresh fish curry. Kothu parotta and karidosa also come up in reviews as good picks, especially for people wanting individual items instead of a full meal.
What is the atmosphere like at Manna Mess Kallakurichi?
The atmosphere is casual and mess-style rather than fine dining, with a neat, practical setup. Reviews describe it as comfortable for families, groups, and solo travelers, especially because it is right on the highway and easy to stop at during a trip.
Is Manna Mess Kallakurichi good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is ₹200 to ₹400, and reviewers often say the portions are generous for the amount paid. Some mention it is a little expensive compared with simpler messes, but still good value because the meals are filling, varied, and served with strong flavor.
When is the best time to visit Manna Mess Kallakurichi?
It is especially convenient for lunch or dinner stops during highway travel, and one review notes operating hours around 11:30 to 22:00. Several reviews mention quick service and ample parking, so it works well for travelers who want a fast meal without much waiting.
Is parking available at Manna Mess Kallakurichi?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Manna Mess Kallakurichi have vegetarian options?
Yes, Manna Mess Kallakurichi offers vegetarian options.
Is the food at Manna Mess Kallakurichi halal?
Yes, Manna Mess Kallakurichi serves halal food.
Is Manna Mess Kallakurichi kid-friendly?
Yes, Manna Mess Kallakurichi is good for kids.
