Theme Restaurants in Chennai

Theme Restaurants in Chennai:

The whole idea of just cooking a dish and serving on a platter is considered to be either outdated or too homely. With shows like Masterchef and exclusive food channels emphasising on dining as a journey or as an experience, the ambiance matters a lot. With a lot of restaurants having similar cuisines or menus on board, the need to create a difference in the customer experience, has led to a series of whacky theme restaurants in Chennai. So, what’s the wait for? All aboard the chow chow train!!

1. L’amandier

Source: silverkris.com

Theme: French cafe
Who’ll enjoy it most: Those who love to be a part of a nice French movie set.
Special highlight: The budget friendly brunches and some unique beverages.
Cuisine: French, European
Price: Rs. 1,000 for two people (approx.)
Where to find it: 57, 2nd Main Road, RA Puram, Chennai.

2. Kaidi Kitchen

Source: muthuswamyphotostream.blogspot.com

Theme: Prison
Who’ll enjoy it most: Those who want to get the Tihar Jail experience, without being part of any scandal!
Special highlight: The waiters are prison inmates, and the heavy door is to be opened by the customer.
Cuisine: Indian, Italian, Mexican, Lebanese, Chinese, Thai- all Vegetarian
Price: Rs. 1,200 for two people (approx.)
Where to find it: 20/3, Bishop Wallers Avenue,Mylapore, Chennai.

3. That Madras Place

Source: Thehindu

Theme: European café with a subtle highlight of Madras.
Who’ll enjoy it most: Those who still live in the nostalgia of Madras and its vintage charm.
Special highlight: European interiors and funny graffiti.
Cuisine: European, Italian, Continental
Price: Rs. 1,100 for two people (approx.)
Where to find it: 34/29, 2nd Main Road, Kasturibai Nagar, Adyar, Chennai.

4. The Stop

Source: The Stop -facebook

Theme: Underground and gaming
Who’ll enjoy it most: Those who need wifi, food and games when they hangout with friends and are not claustrophobic.
Special highlight: The ceiling has rails making the world look upside down.
Cuisine: Italian , Continental
Price: Rs. 500 for two people (approx.)
Where to find it: 48B/2, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, Chennai.

5. Mid-Street

Source: midstreet facebook.com

Theme: Road and pedestrian crossing
Who’ll enjoy it most: Those who want an exciting life, but don’t take too many chances. Get ready to pose on the zebra crossing.
Special highlight:The chairs with the name carved.
Cuisine: Street food, café, desserts
Price: Rs. 300 for two people (approx.)
Where to find it: 49, KKR Complex, Thiruvalluvar Salai, Opposite To Spartan School, Mogappair, Chennai.

6. House #22

Source: House #22 facebook.com

Theme: Vintage House
Who’ll enjoy it most: Those who adore the experience of dining at a Colonial house with a deck and patio seating.
Special highlight: One can host personal events here.
Cuisine: Continental, Italian
Price: Rs. 1,000 for two people (approx.)
Where to find it: 1/38, North Prade Road, Lane opposite to Olympia Tech Park, Near Kathipara Junction, St. Thomas Mount, Chennai 600016.

7. Rain Forest

Source: Vishnu Ram – zomato.com

Theme: Amazon
Who’ll enjoy it most: Those who love their food served to them, deep in the tropical rainforest.
Special highlight: The realistic setup underground.
Cuisine: Indian, Chinese, Continental
Price: Rs. 700 for two people (approx.)
Where to find it: 41 & 42, 1st Main Road, Gandhi Nagar, Adyar, Chennai.

8. Swiss Hutte

Source: Swiss hutte facebook.com

Theme: Inn style
Who’ll enjoy it most: Those who crave a countryside experience, like a traveler stopping at an inn.
Special highlight: The farm along with the stable was turned into a café.
Cuisine: Continental
Price: Rs. 1,100 for two people (approx.)
Where to find it: 168, Greams Road,Nungambakkam, Chennai.

9. The Moon and Sixpence

Source: The moon and sixpence facebook.com

Theme: Irish
Who’ll enjoy it most: Those who need the Irish to rescue them from a mundane life.
Special highlight: Irish ambiance and fine dining.
Cuisine: Irish, finger food.
Price: Rs. 2,000 for two people with alcohol(approx.)
Where to find it: Hablis Hotel, 19, GST Road,Guindy, Chennai.

10. Ciclo Café

Source: Ciclo Café facebook.com

Theme: Cycle
Who’ll enjoy it most: Those who are cycling enthusiasts and want to start a club.
Special highlight:The collections of vintage cycles.
Cuisine: Continental, Italian
Price: Rs. 1,100 for two people (approx.)
Where to find it: 47, Gandhi Mandapam Road, Kotturpuram, Chennai.

So how many of these restaurants in Chennai, have you covered?

Shopping markets in Chennai

Chennai Street Shopping - Which Street Famous for What !!!

:: Chennai Street Shopping - Which Street Famous for What !!! ::

Chennai , as we all know, is a hub for the shopping and it caters to the needs of all the people across the globe. Certain areas in Chennai were unique and well-known for its business & shopping activities. A particular area deals with the sale of a particular type of products. We have many such places here in Chennai, of which I am trying to post a few which are very famous and can be helpful for those who don't know about those places. Shopping at ease at an affordable prices. It is just a small list, if any readers know someother places can be added, feel free to let me know. I will add up.

Which Street Famous for What !!!!! :

Mannadi Street – Parrys : 

Cereals & Pulses, Textiles

Mannadi St. Source: veethi.com

Angappa Naicken Street – Parrys : 

Textiles & Eateries

Linghi Chetty Street – Parrys : 

Steel Hardware, Electric Motors & Pumpsets 

Linghi Chetty St. Source: livemint.com

Thambu Chetty Street – Parrys : 

Ball & Roller bearings, Ceramic tiles & Sanitaryware

Thambuchetty St.

Source: Mr.Shantaram (chennaimadras.blogspot.in)

Sembudoss Street – Parrys : 

Steel sheets & Rods

Sembudoss st
Source: The Hindu

Broadway : 

Cycles & Optical Goods 

Broadway. Source: Mr.Shantaram (chennaimadras.blogspot.in)

Anderson Street – Parrys : 

Stationery 

A Shop in Anderson St. Source: The Hindu

Godown Street – Parrys : 

Textiles 

Godown St. Source: The Hindu

Govindappa Naicken Street – Parrys : 

Electrical Goods

Nyniappa Naicken Street – Parrys : 

Chemical & Surgical Equipments

Audiappa Naicken Street – Parrys : 
Dry fruits & Rice (Thanks to Tasneem Ayub for this update)

Kasichetty Street – Parrys : 

Grey market for Electric goods, Electronic goods, Cameras, and regular market for Plasticware

Devaraja Mudali Street – Parrys : 

Glassware & Photoframing 

Photoframe shop in Devaraja Mudali St.
Source: The Hindu Business Line

Baai Kadai / Evening Bazaar – Parrys : 

Cutlery, Crockery, Aluminium & Stainless Steel Utensils, Carpets & Mats

Sowcarpet : 

North Indian Accessories and Materials

Mint Street : 

Jain Temples, Glass Shops, Fashion Jewelleries

Jain Temple - Sowcarpet / Mint.
Source: Mr.Shantaram (chennaimadras.blogspot.in)

Stringers Street – Mint : 

Foot Wear

Perimet – Park Town : 

Wholsale & Retail Leather 

Shoe shop in Periamet. Source: Hindu Businessline

Moore Market – Central Railway Station : 

Second hand book market

A brillian shot of Moore market by Mr.Shantaram
Source: Mr.Shantaram (chennaimadras.blogspot.in)

George Town / Burma Bazaar : 

Pure Mulberry Silk, Grey market for Electronic goods, Cameras, Luggage, Perfumes & Accessories

Richie Street & Blacker’s Road – Mount Road : 

Electric & Electronic goods, especially sound systems and audio accessories 

Richie St. Source: The Hindu

Anna Salai (Mount Road) : 

Lighting fixtures & Lamp shades and Many large stores covering an area of almost 8 km

General Patters Road (GP Road) – Mount Road : 

Auto components & Spares 

GP Road
Source: Mr.Shantaram (chennaimadras.blogspot.in)

Pudupet – Egmore : 

Second-hand automobile parts

Gandhi Irwin Road & Whannel’s Road – Egmore : 

Travel Agencies

Purasaiwalkam High Road : 

All house-hold items 

Purasaiwalkam High Road. Source: The Hindu

Sydenhams Road – Choolai : 

Timber

Royapettah High Road : 

Furnitures

White’s Road – Royapet : 

Automobile Tyres 

Whites Road. Source: Skyscrappercity.com

Zam Bazaar – Royapet : 

Naattu Marundhu Kadais (Traditional Herbals shop), Garland Shops 

Zambazaar. Source: Mr.Shantaram (chennaimadras.blogspot.in)

Bells Road – Triplicane : 

Second-hand two wheelers

Triplicane High Road & Ellis Road : 

Screen Printing 

Triplican High Road. Source: Wikimedia

Kutchery Road :

Ceramic tiles & Sanitaryware

Mylapore : 

Classical dance shopping, Handicrafts, Traditional Items, Fashion Accessories etc., 

Mylapore. Source: Indianbazaar.blogspot.in

G N Chetty Road – T.Nagar & Natesan Salai – Triplicane : 

Timber & Plywood

Pondy Bazaar & Ranganathan Street - T.Nagar:  

Elegant footwear, leather bags, crockery, toys, costume, jewellery, cotton garments, stationary, music accessories and All Home Utility material & goods including vegetables 

Pondy Bazaar from the lens of Mr.Shantaram
Source: Mr.Shantaram (chennaimadras.blogspot.in)

Panagal Park & South Usman Road– T.Nagar :  

Jewellery & Silk Sarees

Kodambakkam Bridge : 

Screen Printing & Visiting Cards

Koyambedu Market – Koyambedu : 

Wholesale market for Fruits, Flowers & Vegetables 

Koyambedu Market. Source: Mr.Shantaram (chennaimadras.blogspot.in)

Cotton Street – Pantheon Lane : 

Cotton Dresses and Dress Materials 

Cotton St. Source: The Hindu

Anna Nagar : 

Expensive luxurious items & Branded items.