Aarti
1. Atho Man
One of the city’s most beloved street meals, Atho Man has grown so ubiquitous in Chennai that few can recall its Burmese origins. In any case, Atho Man is simply raw vegetables combined with orange-colored noodles. Nearly every block in Chennai has at least one little stand selling Atho Man, and the lines to buy a plate are always out the door.
2. Paani Poori
No matter what you call them—golgappas in the north, puchka in the west, or paani poori in the south—their popularity will never wane. Delicious potato, imli chutney, ragda, green chutney, and occasionally onion fill these bite-sized balls. If you’re in Chennai and you’re looking for a fast bite or something cheap and tasty, go no further than a Paani poori. On the lookout for Chennai’s finest pani puri? Get some Pani puri from Kailash Parbat, Sri Keshav Chaats, Kol style, or Meenu’s Pani Puri Shop.
3. Sundal
Masala sundal, offered on the beautiful beaches and roadside kadais of Chennai, is a snack that, if you don’t love it, you’ll never adore. It’s a cheap and easy street food that calls for coconut, raw mango, dried peas, and a pinch of asafoetida. They are particularly common in areas close to the water, and their flavour is enhanced by the breezy ocean breeze.
4. Chaat
Delicious street chaat comes in many forms in Chennai. Many varieties of chaat exist, including papdi chaat, chana chaat, and aloo chaat. Even the natives in Chennai have a soft spot for your preferred puchkas, as chat is one of the most well-liked foods in all of India. Do sample the chaat served in the way of the streets in this beautiful city.
5. Boli
Boli, once a delicacy reserved for the underprivileged, is now widely regarded as one of Chennai’s best street delicacies. The irresistible scent of sizzling boli will have you rushing to the nearest stand. The filling consists of masded toor dal, jaggery, charoli, cardamom, almonds, and raisins, and the dough is made from refined flour. Try this delicious street food if you have a sweet taste.
6. Podi Dosai
The Podi Dosai is the best kept secret in Chennai. This is the hottest and tastiest dosai you’ll ever taste because it’s made to order and served to customers within minutes. It’s drenched in a reddish crimson podi that will make you sweat as you eat it, but it’s a “Chennai special food” that you shouldn’t pass up.
7. Idli
The Podi Dosai is the best kept secret in Chennai. This is the hottest and tastiest dosai you’ll ever taste because it’s made to order and served to customers within minutes. This “Chennai special food” is doused with a rusty red podi that will make them irresistible. Perhaps the healthiest option for a meal on the go in Chennai is the tiny white steamed rice cake topped with sambhar or coconut chutney. Because they call for no oil, Idli are a terrific, oil-free breakfast choice. They are cooked in a specific idli mould and steamed.
8. Bhajji
Street vendors in Chennai often sell bhajji since it is so popular. The secret to the longevity of Chennai’s bhajji stands lies in the tangy chutney and crispy, velvety bhajjis that are best enjoyed on a rainy day. The bhajji at Jannal Kadai in Mylapore are some of the best in the city.
9. Vada
You can call it wada, vade, vadai, wadeh, or bara, but it will always be the best street food in Chennai. You can find this snack pretty much wherever in the city. These deep-fried donuts made with spices and Bengal Gramme are perhaps not the best choice for your health, but they are a real treat. Vadas, along with sambhar or coconut chutney, can be purchased from vendors on the streets of Chennai.
10. Murukku
Murukku is a popular street food in Chennai, India, made from rice flour, salt, gramme flour, and cumin seeds, then deep fried until crunchy. Tea is traditionally served alongside the coiled nibbles. Another popular new street dish is the Murukku sandwich, which features tomato, cucumber, and mint chutney.
