Thennattu cafe — Restaurant in Madurai

Visited once for dinner and loved the food and went for Takeaway the next morning too. Taste of almost all dishes are good basically because of accompaniments given, be it sambar, chutneys, kadala curry, potato masala etc., must try - pongal, ghee podi idly, ghee podi small onion uthapam, Puttu/idiyappam kadala curry, poori potato masala, pesarattu dosa and vada items too. All tastes like a bit homely and correct salt also didn't feel heavy because of any added items too so I feel there is nothing like that too. Coming to service it's very very amateur need to develop the billing system itself is not appreciable you have to bill and pay whatever you need and then have to sit or stand for your food to come. Our minds may change or we may need few more dishes even after paying so again you have to pay for the same, that's not good they need to defenitely work on it and add more servers as both days I saw only 1 person doing all the service. Also they are a bit struggling to handle crowd and orders during crowded time maybe they need more kitchen staff and waiters I feel. Pricing is also on the higher side compared fine dining restaurants in town that's a bit high I feel for this kind of self service and a different approach billing, if they correct it they are just going to be the one of the best in town. Also if they find a large dining space also it would be good as you can't be taking more than 4 member group for dine in here you want find space for it. Above are my previous review now with experience in September 2025 restaurant has increased its dishes a lot, all good lots of new varieties and all tasting really good from appam paya, mushroom donne biryani, coin parotta, mushroom chukka and more but service it's going down more I feel...

"Thenattu Cafe is a game-changer. Tucked away in Madurai, this unassuming gem serves the best South Indian vegetarian cuisine I've ever tasted.

The Mushroom Donne Biryani is a symphony of earthy flavors and aromatic spices, with each grain of rice perfectly cooked. The Podi Masala Dosa is a crispy, golden masterpiece filled with a vibrant, slow-cooked masala that will leave you craving more. And the coffee? Rich, full-bodied, and expertly brewed to perfection.

Mr. Praveen's passion for authentic, high-quality cuisine shines through in every aspect of the cafe. I'll be back for more - the flavors, the hospitality, and the warm ambiance have left an indelible mark on my culinary journey. In fact, I'm already looking forward to my next visit! If you're a food lover, do yourself a favor and visit Thenattu Cafe - you won't be...

I recently visited Thennattu cafe and had an amazing experience! This cozy spot serves some of the best South Indian vegetarian food I’ve ever tasted. The dosas were perfectly crispy, and the variety of chutneys served alongside was a delightful complement. I also loved their fluffy idlis, which were served fresh with piping hot sambar.

The ambience is casual, clean, and comfortable and perfect for a relaxed quick meal. The staff was friendly, attentive, and quick to serve, making the overall experience even better. Prices are reasonable for the quality and authenticity of the food.

If you're craving authentic South Indian flavors, this is the place to be. I will definitely be coming back to try more of...