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South Indian restaurant in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
What should I order at Hotel Ram Aariyas?
What to order
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Mushroom Biryani
Recommended once as outstanding and "a class apart," praised for its exceptional taste and quality.
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Plain Uthappam
Described as excellent, with a perfectly crispy outside, soft inside, and fresh flavor paired with great sambar and chutneys.
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South Indian Meal
Recommended for its generous portions and flavorful spread including rice, dal, sambar, rasam, poriyal, and more, all served in a hygienic, home-style way.
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Sambar
Frequently praised for being very tasty and served with multiple dishes, especially noted as flavorful and a highlight with idly, dosa, and uthappam.
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Pongal
Recommended for being super tasty and part of a satisfying breakfast selection.
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Vadai
Mentioned as very tasty and a popular breakfast item, though one review noted it was average compared to the others.
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Coffee
Called super coffee and enjoyed by diners, indicating it is a well-liked beverage here.
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Tea
Specifically highlighted as the best tea in Thanjavur, making it a notable drink recommendation.
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Kheema Parotta
Described as amazing and part of a standout dinner experience, praised for its flavor and uniqueness.
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Special Onion Dosa
Called amazing and singled out as one of the best items in a memorable veg fusion meal.
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Mini Pepper Idly
Highlighted as amazing and part of the well-received fusion dinner items.
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Coconut Chutney
Praised for being very good and fresh, and repeatedly mentioned as a strong accompaniment.
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Ghee Podi Idly
Explicitly called a must try, making it one of the strongest specific recommendations.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM to 10:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 7 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM to 10:30 PM |
About Hotel Ram Aariyas
Hotel Ram Aariyas is a South Indian vegetarian restaurant in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, opposite the New Bus Stand. Reviews consistently praise the tiffin items, pongal, idly, dosa, sambar, chutneys, and vegetarian meals, along with quick service and a clean, well-maintained dining room. It is also noted for banana-leaf service, hot food, and a good tea and coffee selection. The restaurant is popular for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and it also offers takeout and delivery.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Coffee
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Vegetarian options only
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Google Pay
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking garage
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
Amenities
- Free breakfast
- Air-conditioned
- Breakfast
- Wi-Fi
Frequently asked
What is Hotel Ram Aariyas known for?
It is best known for South Indian vegetarian tiffin and breakfast items, especially pongal, idly, dosa, and full meals served on banana leaves. Reviewers also call out the mushroom biryani and the fresh chutneys and sambar, with many saying the food quality stays consistently strong over time.
What dishes are most recommended at Hotel Ram Aariyas?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend pongal with vada, soft idly, crispy plain uthappam, onion dosa, ghee podi idly, and full South Indian meals. Mushroom biryani is another standout mention, and several reviews praise the sambar, coconut chutney, and rasam that come with the meals.
What is the atmosphere like at Hotel Ram Aariyas?
The atmosphere is described as casual, quiet, and clean, with a comfortable, well-maintained dining space. It suits families, groups, tourists, and solo diners, and the banana-leaf service and quick table service give it a traditional but efficient feel.
Is Hotel Ram Aariyas good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, many reviews describe it as reasonable or budget friendly, and one review mentions an unlimited meal for 100 rupees. That value is paired with generous portions, hot food, and consistent quality, though one reviewer noted the tea is a bit expensive.
What should I know before visiting Hotel Ram Aariyas?
It is located opposite the New Bus Stand in Thanjavur, which makes it easy to reach for travelers and people passing through the area. Reviews suggest breakfast and tiffin are especially strong, and the restaurant is known for quick service, so it is a practical stop when you want a fast vegetarian meal.
Is parking available at Hotel Ram Aariyas?
Yes. Free parking garage, Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot is available.
Does Hotel Ram Aariyas have vegetarian options?
Yes, Hotel Ram Aariyas offers vegan options.
Is Hotel Ram Aariyas kid-friendly?
Yes, Hotel Ram Aariyas is good for kids.
