Chettinad Restaurant in Leicester

They don’t serve real Chettinad biryani, they serve tomato rice with meat garnish. Watch out.

Worst chattichore I have ever tried , not worth for money , the dishes were too less And you guys charged too much money for it .

Best place to eat Indian food in UK

Thanks you for ur food. I think iam attached to my home place its bring back memories brother. I have order a meal that was delicious everything is perfect.

We arrived early Saturday evening without a reservation, and although the place was packed, we were quickly found a table. As others have mentioned,lovely food and friendly service .

Avoid at All Costs This place is an absolute disgrace to Chettinad cuisine. We ordered drinks, and they couldn’t even get that right – all we got was water! The starters were a joke; we ordered seven different dishes, and every single one was a disaster. Drenched in food colouring with zero authentic flavour – none of it resembled Chettinad food in the slightest. Moving on to the mains, it only got worse. We ordered chapati and got served store-bought “elephant atta” chapatis. And the curries? Completely unrecognizable – we couldn’t tell if it was supposed to be mutton or beef, and the taste was horrendous. The kothu parotta was simply chunks of parotta drowned in some lamb gravy that smelled so bad we couldn’t stomach it. We ended up paying £260 for this nightmare. If you’re looking for terrible food and a complete waste of money, by all means, go here. Otherwise, avoid this place like the plague

Absolutely amazing food! It was my first time trying South Indian food and it didn’t disappoint! I would highly recommend! As for the starter, we got the Kolli Dosa. As for the main, we got the Chicken Mappas with Coconut Rice and Kallapan bread!

Got recommended this restaurant ahead of going to a concert at De Mondfort Hall. Very accommodating, let us sit where we liked for ease of room. Drinks got a little muddled but no big deal. Staff were very friendly. The food was very good and had plenty that you don't always see elsewhere. It was also very reasonably priced. Lovely décor and atmosphere. Bill was fetched swiftly which was always appreciated when other appointments. Will be going again.

Went for a dinner yesterday with my family, the food and service was really top notch, really happy, the kerala biriyani and chattichoru was really outstanding, the staffs were really attentive and helpful about the menu, thank you so much for a wonderful meal

Good service late on an empty Thursday night. The food was good, *but* quite hot. The 'tomato rice', for instance ('Steam rice mixed with South Indian tomato masala sauce.') was good quality, but from that description, there's no indication that it's as hot as a b4stud. Likewise, the Chettinadu Kolli, which was nicely-cooked chicken in a greeney/grey thin sauce was pretty hot. No indication of that - and no attempt made by service to describe or enquire about our preferences.

Nice place for some amazing south indian breakfast.

Went for lunch today had the Kerala special chattichoru, it was super delicious really recommend this to all the South Indians who want to taste the food we all miss and very good service thank you

Had a wonderful time yesterday at Chettinad, the food was really amazing and the service was spot on, one of the best place in Leicester to try authentic south Indian food at its best taste

Chettinadu restaurant in Leicester is a true gem for those seeking delicious south Indian at affordable prices. Yeah it's a must try one I tried their special one (chattichoru) and it's a worth of money നൈസ് ആണ് എനിക്ക് ലൈക്‌ aayi💯

Some of the food is really authentic however the service is extremely slow and atmosphere is lacking. There are so many better restaurants in Leicester. If you’re treating yourselves go somewhere else!

Always delicious, great value and friendly service

Had one of the worse experience here, the food is not so great but the service was terrible..!

We visited Chettinad very early evening for pre concert meal. We thought the service to be polite but almost too reserved. We weren't revisited to ask about desserts or hot drinks until too late to order. The food was excellent but a little more proactive service would be good. It didn’t help that our table was not visible from the service area.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at chettinad Restaurant and it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment I walked in, I was welcomed with warm hospitality and the cozy ambiance of the place, which set the tone for a delightful meal.The staff were attentive ( haritha) knowledgeable, and more than happy to guide us through the menu, ✨

Just to say that the food is awesome! It's like in a good ambience, nice customer service, I just loved the food it's a must visit restaurant in Leicester

Something has changed or it’s overrated. Everything was below average. The place definitely needs a clean up, very poor hygiene from stained cutlery, sticky menus and smelly dirty toilets. The food is average. There are many other good South Indian places. Wine came warm probably was stored next to light or fridge. Chicken curry the chicken tasted stale & hard. I have to say the starter prawns was amazing and the aubergine was good with the main course.

Had a good onam sadya delivered at my door

During the Onam season, Chettinad Restaurant offers a traditional Onam Sadhya that is a delightful feast. The variety of dishes—served on a banana leaf—includes classic items like avial, sambar, olan, thoran, and payasam, to name a few. The meal is an explosion of flavors, from the tangy pickles to the sweet payasam, representing the true essence of Kerala cuisine. The presentation is beautiful, and the variety makes it a wholesome and satisfying experience. If you want to experience a true Onam feast, this is the place to go!

Was disappointed with the service which was slow and disorganised We were a party of 15, and had no dedicated wait staff, starters came out in peace meals and were cold and not of a high enough quality to justify the wait Mains were OK, but I would expect better from a specialist south Indian restaurant. The dosa was not crispy despite being dark brown, the filling had very little flavour and was quite bland. Drinks were the best thing on the menu

Not your typical menu but all the better for it. The Dosas are lovely, the curries tasty and some of the best biryanis I have ever had, surprisingly spicy. The Parathas are amazing. Excellent value for money.

We visited this restaurant in June 2024 for my nephew's first holy communion reception. A table was booked in advance to dine in for a party of 14. The decor was nice, the staff were polite but the service was slow. Our order arrived at different stages, with some of our party half way through their meal before the rest of the food arrived. 3 of us ordered the mixed seafood which was extremely disappointing. When this arrived it looked like the fishermen did not have a successful catch that day. The expectation was a healthy mix with a generous portion of mixed seafood, what we were served was rationed to 2 prawns, 3 pieces of tiny squid and 4 pieces of stock cubed tiny sized fish swimming in sauce. I asked one of the waitresses why there was such a poor assortment and minimal portion of seafood and was informed that is how the dish is served. We also complained to the manager but received the same response. The mistake made is that the dish was not returned, which it should have been. Although the sauce was tasty, we couldn't get pass the absence of seafood. Needless to say I will not be eating at this restaurant again.

Great ambience👍🏻. Soothing south-Indian atmosphere and the cuisine is mindblowing. Authentic & very delicious. Service is excellent and the staff is very friendly nature. Loved their selection of cocktails and mocktails🍹😋.

I visited this place with my colleague at lunch time, place was quite and the food was outstanding. We loved everything they have served from their traffic light juice to chicken lollipop to entire lunch menu. Service was extra great with smile :) would highly recommend 👍🏻

first time ordering from this restaurant, not really yo our liking ,though nothing wrong with food ,wanted to try something different for a change .

I recentlychettinad restaurant in leicester and I was thoroughly impressed by the experience. From the moment I walked in, the warm and inviting ambiance set the tone for an enjoyable evening. The decor is modern yet retains a traditional charm, making it a perfect setting for both casual and special occasions. The menu offers a wide variety of dishes, catering to both meat lovers and vegetarians. I started with the vegetable samosas, which were crispy and packed with flavor. For the main course, I opted for the lamb biriyani. The lamb was tender and perfectly spiced. The side of raita complemented the spicy dishes well, adding a refreshing balance to the meal. I also appreciated the variety of rice options available, allowing diners to customize their meals to their liking. The service was exceptional. The staff were attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu, providing excellent recommendations. They were also accommodating to dietary restrictions, ensuring a pleasant dining experience for everyone at the table. One of the standout features of chettinad is their commitment to using high-quality ingredients. This was evident in the taste and presentation of each dish. The portions were generous, making it great value for money. Overall, chettinad restaurant exceeded my expectations. Whether you're a fan of Indian cuisine or trying it for the first time, this restaurant offers an authentic and delightful dining experience. I highly recommend it and will certainly be returning soon.

The food was correct, service was good, price is correct.

I had a wonderful birthday lunch at Chettinad. Excellent food, ambience & service, thank you.

For Authentic South Indian food!!

This was our revisit to the restaurant. For Wednesday evening it was very busy. The staffs were friendly and welcoming. But the service was slow and disorganised. The quality of food was NOT there during our visit (compare to our previous visit). The Chapati was not freshly made (I think). The Cobra lager was good and at reasonable price £4.49 a pint. The atmosphere was very good, The toilet facilities were nice and clean. Overall it was an average dining experience. We will not returning here in a hurry.

“The food and service quality was truly exceptional, I can't wait to come back”

Very nice restaurant. deco beautiful and the food excellent service was good to.

This was awesome we had the most awesome food ever

Definitely worth to visit.Good food. Good Environment. Nice place for friends and family.

Ambience is nice Nice place to eat with family

Have been coming here regularly and the food is very delicious, very good vibes in the restaurant and the service is very good and friendly

Very very good food with very helpful and gracious staff. Music is very lovely too

Chettinad cuisine is renowned for its bold flavors and aromatic spices, and this restaurant does not disappoint. Service was good 👍

Chettinad is a standout South Indian restaurant that masterfully combines traditional flavors with the health benefits of superfoods. From the moment you step in, the warm and inviting ambiance sets the tone for a delightful dining experience. The menu is a culinary journey through South India, featuring innovative dishes like Millet Dosa and, all crafted with fresh, nutritious ingredients in particular, is a nourishing starter that sets the stage for the meal. The staff is attentive and knowledgeable, enhancing the overall experience with their excellent service. With its reasonable prices and generous portions, Chettinad offers great value for those seeking healthy yet flavorful cuisine. Whether you're a health enthusiast or a lover of rich, traditional South Indian food, Chettinad is a must-visit destination.

Lovely flavours but not hot enough

Definitely avoid! The atmosphere was bland though the service was good. The food however was horrible. 6 of us in the group each had the mix seafood and it was probably one persons fish which was chopped up into tiny bits and each person got two bits slightly bigger than the size of a dice. It was in the most watery curry and two minute squid rings and two tiger prawns. The biryani and kolli however were good but I’ve had better in more than enough Indian restaurants. We complained to the girl when she served the food and she said that’s how it is. The manager at the end of the day said we should have complained to him! Got a £20 voucher as a gesture of goodwill but they know we will never set foot in there ever again. The food was terrible!

Went here Friday night for dinner and was really impressed. The food was absolutely delicious especially the chicken dosa and Mappas curry we had. Service was good can't fault anything will definitely be back.

Another excellent meal here different menu to most restaurants so be brave try something different Dosa's are a speciality her and very nice too oh and no Naans but there alternative options are devine

Lamb briyani, Chicken biryani,and Masala Dhosa are very Delicious.I definitely Will be back...

The food was alright at best but the service was downright horrendous. I expect poor service from a McDonald’s but this place was considerably worse. They brushed crumbs onto my friend, refused to make eye contact with us, left dinner glasses from past customers on the table until we pointed it out, took ages to give us our food, took ages to take our order when they were not even busy, did not give us menus, napkins or cutlery until we asked, up charged us on multiple items, and refused to split our cheque. To be honest, avoid this restaurant unless you want an infuriating dining experience. I would rather eat frozen curry from the off-license than ever eat at this awful restaurant again.

Went for dinner with friends and had a great time the servers were great and the food omg the flavours were awesome from start to finish I couldn't complain. Thank you.

Great atmosphere when we walked in slight smell from the store cupboard was evident But good service - not many people were there The food was good the dosa was very slightly burnt but still good Very good service The seafood platter was also good … could have kept it more authentic There was only two types of chutneys and portions were not adequate Overall ok , good but have been to better dosa places

We have visited 2 nd time nice food and good menu option.Few notices like chapati quality needs improve and In Malabar chicken biriyani Chicken quality needs to take care apart from that all items are very testy.

Nice food and good experience. Our waiter sai was really helpful

Food was not great. Meat platter was over cooked and We ordered the fush cooked in a banana leaf but it came in foil.

Excellent meal last night. Biriyani was sooo tasty Excellent presentation great service Tysm we'll be back 😁

I have been to chettinad yesterday, it reminds me of the food my mom cooks for me, the essence of South Indian flavors have captivated my taste buds and soul, I am impressed by the hospitality over there the staffs there are very vibrant and friendly. The ambiance there is unbeatable the one that make the vistor reminiscess about South india. Even the decor and walls remind the indian texture with bells and all the percussion instruments the ambience is actually cool . It echoes the indian culture blindly. The lighting is also perfect. The food is something more to talk about everything reminds of the indian flavour it is an enticing a visual treat and wholesome meal. The songs there is soo sitting and warm it always reminds me of the good old days.

I am giving 1 star because I can not give less than this. Worst food ever... I would say boiled water would be more tastier than the food we ordered from them. After seeing the reviews of this restaurant, Google is giving me the trust issues on restaurants feedback. Very very disappointed. Money waste....mood waste.

Nice Indian and tasty food and porta was nice 👍

Went to this place for a good south indian Chettinad meals and I must say each of items ordered very delicious. I recommend meen kolamb, prawn kolambu, coconut rice and Koli dosa.

Great food and service. Recommend

One of my favourite places to eat. I visit all the time. Food is out of this world and I just adore the place!

We booked this place for our anniversary meal as the reviews were quite positive. The staff were friendly enough but a little inexperienced, for example, we finished our starters and placed the used cutlery on the plate, the waitress handed them back to us, and would’ve just placed them straight back onto the table if I hadn’t looked around for a napkin. Also, mid way through our mains she asked if we’d like desserts. The food was ok, but a little bland and our main lamb dishes tasted almost the same. I was a little shocked that the staff allowed the salad to leave the kitchen as it was brown. I doubt we’d go again.

Cracking little find. Wanted something close to De Montfort Hall and this little gem did not disappoint. Welcomed by friendly and attentive staff, served with really decent quality food in good time and in a tastefully furnished area of the restaurant with a nice ambience. We will certainly be returning in the future.

Very tasty and fresh food. Honest recommended 👌

I visited for the first time yesterday for lunch, the decor was classy, not gaudy like a lot of Indian restaurants. I had heard so much about their non mini Thalia, and I love Lassie, so ordered a mango one, presentation was perfect, the food was superb, so tasty without blowing your head off, you could taste all of the elements. I will be back!!!!

No extra sambar as requested but loved it x

great ambience , the service is good and the briyani food is so good.

Great food, great atmosphere, great staff. Food was a bit slow to arrive.

Fab restaurant with an interesting variety of food. Their main dish is the dosa - a fermented pancake sort of thing. I had a chicken curry (I can't remember the name of it); it was delicious but a bit spicy for me! Also, you have to pay separately for the curry and rice.

I asked for a curry not a soupy oily mess. Very poor taste texture. Had good heat but thats it. Prob the worse curry i'v every had! Honestly had better curries from Iceland or lidl. Won't be ordering from here again.

The kizhi porotta was worth in taste and the quantity, quality for the price.

One of the best lamb madras I have had. 20 of us sat down and had a great time. Enjoy.

One of the best south India restaurant in Leicester....🤍 I had chicken mappas, biryani,pappadam and lamb briyani....

I been recently went to this restaurant which is providing South Indian dishes i tried chicken briyani,lamb briyani , also their kerla briyani which is served with papodam was dam good. If you are trying new items you can try some good South Indian food s here .

Out of our urge to explore typical South Indian delicacies, we landed up in Chettinad Resturant. It was rainy chilling evening and we were ok for being late to a good lunch. But our wait was worth it. The moment you enter, the fragrance makes your mouth water. We got a cozy place and were excited reading the menu. We ordered for a family non veg platter and chicken lollipop. The taste was mid boggling especially the masala mutton, fish, chicken 65 and fried prawns. We couldn’t resist and placed the same order again. Now we plan to visit again and order the non veg thalis which looked really yum while passing to other tables.

Went there last night for a meal, just ordered the meat/veg starters and mix range of dosa. Food was average. Service was fine as the restaurant was empty when we arrived. Major issue was how disgusting and dirty the toilet where!!!! Makes me think how dirty the kitchen is. I wont be going back there again and I think you check the hygiene rating before going to any restaurants

I had a worst food experience fromchettinad restaurant today. I went with my family we ordered paratta and chicken mappas and milk shake. Paratta was frozen and it was just heated and it was very hard to eat as it was like rock and the curry was very disgusting too. We felt like vomiting after eating. Milk shake was very sugary and my son was not able to drink it.

Popped in before a show at DMH. No booking, but were accommodating despite being pretty full. Good, friendly service, with food arriving within a few minutes. Very tasty. Massive prawn dosa for a tenner or so. No indication on menu of spiciness however (hence 4 stars for food). Leftovers (pepper chicken) taken home and used for 2 subsequent meals! Would give it more time next time to not be do rushed.

I had lots of foods,it was very nice and good atmosphere...especially( prawn ,koli,aadu,Malabar briyani etc...)

NOT RECOMMENDED worst food ever had. I wonder how this restaurant has 4.4stars. We ordered chicken biryani- it was just basmati rice mixed in tomato base. 🤮

Chettinadu restaurant in Leicester stands out as the best South Indian dining experience I've ever had, offering an exquisite blend of Tamil Nadu and Kerala cuisine, renowned for its delicious flavors and exceptional customer service compared to other establishments. Those longing for authentic South Indian cuisine should pay a visit to Chettinadu restaurant, where they can indulge in a wide array of dishes and savor the true flavors of the region.

Lovely food, fantastic food and good service

It is not the chintinadu style restaurant😩😩 Chicken lollipop is like big chicken legs fried in oil like pakoda. Puri is very badly fried and the chicken curry is worst doesn't feel like iam eating chintinada chicken. Parota as well it is like bought from stores and given.

This is not Indian food. We ordered chicken lollipop but they brought chicken big leg pieces. And Puri is worst and chicken chettinadu curry also not good at all.Not recommended. We came from Peterborough to eat Indian food. Very disappointed 😞

Best restaurant in Leicester for South Indian food. Food is of good quality and quantity. The ambience is superb.

Why only 3 Stars? Food was great (although portions I thought were a little small but that's OK), Service was excellent - nice welcome, friendly and smiley faces All good.. BUT...and this is serious for me... the "facilities" (toilets) were absolutely disgusting. Dirty, smelly, cobwebs all over the place. We visited on a Tuesday, early evening and even if they had been really busy during the day (which I doubt) there is no excuse for this. Quite simply we will not return because of this - my partner told me that the Ladies were just as bad. Seriously needs attention - if the public toilets are this bad then you have to question all areas of the business. Sad that this let the experience down because everything else was absolutely spot on. Get a cleaner!!!

worst food I have had in a long time

Every time we have dined here we have brought different friends and our recommendations never fail to please

Good interesting choices from South India.

Located on the London Road, the nearest car park is the Victoria Park car park, which is just across the road. We had pre-booked a table & placed the order for starters, which was ready by the time we reached. The ambience is good and staff very friendly. The menu has a good spread of South Indian cuisine. The food was good and authentic. The service was very good too... overall, it was a very good dining experience.

We arrived early Saturday evening without a reservation, and although the place was packed, we were quickly found a table. As others have mentioned, the menu is not what you get in a bog-standard curry house, so if you are unfamiliar with South Indian cuisine, you may initially feel a bit outside your comfort zone when ordering. We ordered a veg thali, Aadu Chukka (Lamb), Pepper Chicken and Mushroom Rice. It arrived in a reasonable time and was very tasty and enjoyable. The portion sizes seemed about right; the lamb starter (highly recommended) was actually quite a generous helping. Service was generally prompt and friendly up to the point where we asked for our bill which we had to chase. Prices are reasonable for both food and drinks - our bill for two came to £50 including three drinks one of which was a pint of beer. So far, so good. There are a couple of negatives though. Firstly, I am not a fan of the decor which is a bit brown and dull for my liking, with a ‘feature wall’ of rustic dark timber. Secondly, and this is why I have deducted a star, the maintenance of the gents toilet left a lot to be desired and needs sorting out. Apparently the ladies was not great either. Overall though, an enjoyable meal and we would return.

Highly recommend. The staff were very busy, hard working and catered for us very well especially as we all had different requests. The food is very good. Really tasty. There's a wide selection.

What a great find. We booked here after going to the Space center, and before our three hour trip back home as it was nearby. The online booking service was straightforward. The staff were attentive and courteous. As we were a party of 14 including small children and a baby, they catered for all our different requests as some of the children didn't like spicy food. The food was delicious. Lots of various flavors and slightly different from the usual Indian food. I would highly recommend.

Food is pretty good and bang for the buck

This is our neighbourhood South Indian restaurant and we’ve been eating there since it opened. The food is lovely - lots of choice, freshly-cooked and excellent flavours. The kids’ menu is great. You always feel welcome, and I know our friends envy our luck in having such a nice restaurant just around the corner.

This is not an authentic South Indian Tamil Nadu based restaurant. The name is only Chettinad but the food and taste is completely horrible. Ordered a Dosa and after waiting 45 minutes I found out that it’s not made of proper Dosa batter. The rava onion dosa was really dry and the chutney they gave us tasted like it marinated in the fridge for days. If you want to have real Chettinad food, this is not the place.

Dont be put off by this review. I have actually eaten in this restaurant and it was delicious. However i think the meal i ordered isn't suited to takeaway. We ordered two Chettinad thali. I've always wanted to try this as I liked the idea of a bit of each. It is definitely something you should try in the restaurant. It was far to messy to eat at home unless you have the right tableware for it. There were a few things we didn't really like, but on the whole it was very tasty. I was disappointed that my food was only just warm and the roti where really hard and cold. The delivery man was very nice.

Myself, my husband & 2 friends arrived at Chettinad for a meal. We ordered cocktails and wine before placing our food orders. Myself & my husband had the vegetarian mixed starter which was very nice. Our friends shared a meat & vegetarian starter & said that theirs was delicious. The main courses then arrived. I had chosen the vegetable korma. My meal was stone cold. The metal plate that it was on had no heat to it at all! My husband and our friends dinners were hot. I called the waiter over & explained that my meal was cold. He apologised & took the food away returning 2 minutes later with a new meal which was hot. The food was really good. I did not let this experience ruin our evening out as it was just one of those things. I will certainly be returning.

Excellent service and amazing food with affordable price

Excellent seivice, and tasty food 🥰