Named after the state formerly known as ‘Madras’, Chennai is a restaurant that specialises in Southern Indian cuisine. A welcome additional to the Derby restaurant scene, Chennai is situated just out of Derby city centre on Normanton Road. Its location means that diners are able to avoid the hustle and bustle of the city centre, whilst still being within walking distance of all the city centre attractions and amenities.

The team at Chennai have a wealth of knowledge under their belts, with the Chefs’ alone having 20 years of experience in cooking and preparing Indian food.  Their skill and passion for creating authentic, flavoursome cuisine shines through in every dish that leaves the pass.

The Chennai motto is that ‘every man should treat himself like a king’ and once you enter this restaurant that is how you will feel. The interior is designed with classical Indian taste; carved booths, tiled floors and whitewashed walls all add to the authentic atmosphere that Chennai strive to maintain. As Chennai itself is a major centre for music, art and culture in Southern India, the restaurant reflects this through photographs of Indian architecture and women in beautiful traditional dress that fill the walls. Gentle authentic background music also floats through the restaurant, adding yet another dimension to your dining experience.

The restaurants speciality are Indian pancakes known as Dosai. These dishes that come highly recommended include the Rava Dosai or the Masala Dosai. For those dining in a group, why not try the family sized Dosai; this huge, potato filled pancake would be excellent as a shared starter or as a side for everyone to enjoy. There is a good selection of meat, fish, chicken and seafood dishes on offer, as well as an extensive vegetarian menu.

Chennai is ideal for those looking for an intimate meal as the booths create a sense of closeness. For larger parties the restaurant has a number of larger tables that would be suited for a special celebration or evening out. Whatever the occasion, Chennai South Indian restaurant in Derby will provide the cuisine, service and venue for a memorable evening.