Distilled tomato rasam at Avartana
Sago yogurt, tamarind and dried berry sauce at Avartana
Open kitchen at Avartana
Interior at Avartana
Open kitchen at Avartana

Avartana

Chennai, India

Regional South Indian fare becomes haute cuisine at Avartana, known for wowing purists with reinvented classics

 

Avartana seamlessly blends South Indian culinary traditions with contemporary flair, crafting a dining experience that’s both rooted in heritage and forward-thinking. The restaurant’s innovative degustation menus turn South Indian cuisine into haute couture, highlighting the bold flavours and ingredients of the southern peninsula with dishes like lamb brain fritters, tomato rasam, and idiyappam with asparagus and coconut stew. The decor mirrors this modern twist on tradition, featuring banana flower-shaped lights and a stunning mural of a Kerala canoe crafted from mother of pearl. Avartana’s focus is on reimagining South Indian cuisine while staying true to its rich, authentic flavours. Opt for the tasting menu to immerse yourself fully in the chef ’s vision.

Tatler Tip

Opt for the tasting menu to be fully immersed in the chef's vision for the restaurant's progressive South Indian cuisine​.

Must Try


  • Tomato Rasam
  • Pepper Prawns
  • Gongura Chicken

Awards


2025

Tatler Best 100 Restaurants Asia-Pacific

2024

Tatler Best Asia 100 Restaurants