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Avartana
Rasam
Mentioned multiple times as a standout dish that is soul-warming, generous, and 'to die for'. The tomato flavor dominates with a perfect balance of other spices, making it a unique and memorable part of the multi-course tasting menus.
Panacotta Dessert with Bird's Nest and Egg
Highly praised finale dessert featuring an innovative presentation where an egg is broken into a liquid yolk that defies typical egg flavor. It combines the familiar with the exotic and is described as a perfect ending to the culinary journey.
Lobster
Highlighted as one of the favorite courses in the Anika tasting menu, noted for its superb flavor and skillful preparation.
Shrimp & Coriander Dumpling
Another favorite course from the Anika menu, appreciated for its unique flavors and excellent execution.
Char-grilled Pork Belly
Mentioned as a standout non-vegetarian dish, well-liked for its flavor and preparation.
Prawn Cracker
Part of the non-vegetarian tasting menu, praised for its taste and integration with other dishes.
Drumstick Lamb
Highly recommended non-vegetarian dish noted as 'out of this world' and a highlight in the multi-course meal.
Tomato Millet Dish
Mentioned alongside other standout dishes in the non-vegetarian menu, appreciated for its unique taste and quality.
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 to 11 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 6:30 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 2:30 PM, 6:30 to 11 PM |
About Avartana
Elevated South Indian dishes are served in this upscale restaurant inside a luxury hotel.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Rooftop seating
- Sports
Popular for
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
- Valet parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Avartana known for?
Avartana is best known for its South Indian tasting menus, especially the distilled rasam and the dumpling courses that reviewers call standout items. Guests also praise the artistic presentation and the way staff explain how to eat each course, which makes the meal feel curated rather than just a standard dinner.
What dishes are most recommended at Avartana?
Reviewers repeatedly highlight the distilled rasam, drumstick dumpling, spicy aubergine, cauliflower crunch, fennel panna cotta, stir-fry chicken, prawn cracker, and drumstick lamb. The rasam is mentioned often as a signature, while the dumpling and vegetable courses are praised for being flavorful and memorable.
What is the atmosphere like at Avartana?
The atmosphere is upscale, quiet to moderately lively, and often described as romantic, cozy, and modern inside ITC Grand Chola. It works well for groups and solo diners, but reviews note that the long tasting-menu format and limited seating can make it feel a bit cramped when full.
Is Avartana good value for the price?
Avartana is priced at ₹2,000+, and reviewers often say the multi-course meal feels reasonably priced for the quality, presentation, and service. The portions are small on each plate, but the 7-, 9-, 11-, or 13-course format makes the overall experience substantial and filling.
How long does a meal at Avartana usually take?
Expect a long dining experience, with reviews describing meals lasting about 1.5 to 3.5 hours, including a 13-course lunch that took around 2.5 hours. Guests also say dinner reservations are recommended because the restaurant is busy and usually has a wait.
Is parking available at Avartana?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking, Valet parking is available.
Does Avartana have vegetarian options?
Yes, Avartana offers vegetarian options.
Is Avartana kid-friendly?
Yes, Avartana is good for kids.
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