Virunthu — Restaurant in Zone 10 Kodambakkam

The multi cuisine restaurant, Virunthu, is on the first floor in JP Hotel.  This is the restaurant that serves the complimentary breakfast for the guests staying at the hotel.

The furniture is very appealing, ambiance is soothing and the service is excellent.  As soon as you open the door, your eyes will fall on the cute cart that is kept with the copper tumblers and flasks of tea and coffee.

The waiters and waitresses are very friendly and always ready to assist us while ordering and come frequently to the table to ask if everything is okay.

The first meal we ate at Virunthu was dinner on Friday night.  Since it was pretty late, there were just a few guests in the restaurant.  There was an option to order al la carte or have the buffet.  We opted for option number 1.

The order consisted of Cream of Mushroom Soup, Paneer Pakoda and Chili Garlic Noodles.  I have not seen big portions like this before! It was actually sufficient for 3 to 4 people.  The food was served very hot, it tasted excellent and even the cutlery was very appealing to the eyes.  The texture of the soap was just right and you did not need to add extra salt or pepper to it for the taste.  The pakoda was full of spices which made you feel like popping one after the other in your other.  My, what can I say about the Noodles! It was one of the best noodles I have ever eaten.  The proportion of the red chilli flakes and garlic was balanced well for your taste pallette.

The next morning we had an early breakfast because we had to be in the wedding hall by 9 a.m.  We were the first guests in the restaurant that day.  The buffet spread is located at the far end of the hotel from one corner to the other.  South Indian, North Indian, Chinese and even made to order Dosas and Egg were an option for the guest.  Items such as fresh fruits, muffins and pastries were located at the far end of the spread.  The food was good, but my favorite would definitely have to be the hot, piping and frothy filter coffee!

We happened to drop in on Saturday afternoon after the function just to recharge ourselves with the authentic filter coffee which was served with a plate of cookies.

The day I was checking out, I had a light breakfast, but enjoyed not one but two glasses of the rich, filter coffee!  Really going to miss it.

On Monday around 1 p.m., I went to the restaurant to grab a quick bite to eat before heading for the station.  Ordered a Grilled Vegetable and Cheese Sandwich served with a piece of lettuce and French fries on the side.  Tasted yummy, but could eat only half, so packed the leftovers and devoured it while traveling.

The menu at this place is so huge.  You could stay here for days and still not finish eating half of the items!

As the restaurant is spacious, you can choose to sit in the center area or to the side near the window.  There is also an LED TV located on the wall in case you want to watch the match.

The light music playing in the restaurant is soothing to the ears.

This restaurant is perfect for couples, families and groups.  I would recommend Virunthu Restaurant for your next meal when...

Exceptional Dining Experience I recently had the pleasure of dining here and it exceeded my expectations in every way.

Ambience: 5/5 The moment I stepped inside, I was struck by the warm and inviting atmosphere. The decor was elegant and sophisticated, with dim lighting and comfortable seating. The background music was subtle and added to the overall ambiance.

Service: 5/5 The service was top-notch. Our server was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. They made excellent recommendations and ensured that our glasses were always full.

Food: 5/5 The food was truly exceptional. We started with the appetizer, which was flavorful and expertly prepared. For my main course, I had the biriyani which was cooked to perfection. The portion sizes were generous, and the presentation was impressive.

Overall Experience: 5/5 Overall, our dining experience at JP hotel was exceptional. The combination of great ambience, outstanding service, and delicious food made for a truly memorable evening. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a special...

"Thank you so much for your excellent service and attention to detail, Anthony Sir. You made our dining experience truly special!".

• "Your leadership and hospitality really shine through, thanks for creating such a positive atmosphere."

• "I appreciate your willingness to go the extra mile to ensure our satisfaction like chana salad you prepared for us and meditarian salad, it means a lot."

• "We had a fantastic meal and the service was top-notch, thanks for making our evening memorable."

• "Just wanted to say a big thank you for your warm welcome and accommodating our special request like non spicy food."

• "Your team is fantastic, and your management clearly shows in their dedication to customer service." Thank you so much again to the whole Virunthu team specially Mr Anthony, Mr Selva, Karan, Sneha, Krishna and...