Chettinad

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Snacks to begin with

  • Pappadam£3.95

    Plain crunchy pappadams served with mint, mango, and pickle chutney.

  • Curry Leaf Peanut Fry£5.95

    Likely nuts

  • Banana Chips£5.95
  • Mix Snacks£6.95

    A mixture of Pappadam, Peanut Fry and Banana Chips

    Likely nuts

Soup

  • Rasam£5.45

    Tangy South Indian tomato soup with aromatic spices, served with crispy pappadams.

  • Kanthari Chicken Soup£6.95

    Flavourful chicken soup made with tender chicken and aromatic herbs gently simmered in a rich broth.

Short eats

  • Mutton Chukka£10.95

    Spicy roasted lamb cooked with caramelised onions and authentic Chettinad spices for a rich, aromatic flavour.

  • Chicken 65£9.95

    Crispy, spicy chicken bites tossed with bold South Indian spices for the perfect fiery starter.

  • Andhra Chicken Roast£9.95

    Fiery Andhra-style chicken roast cooked with bold spices, onions, and red chillies for a rich, robust flavour.

  • Karaikudi Fish Fry£10.95

    Fresh white fish marinated in Karaikudi spices for a rich, deeply infused flavour.

    Likely fish

  • Prawn Poriyal£12.95

    Tiger prawns marinated in fragrant spices and traditionally fried in a light batter for a crisp, flavourful crunch in every bite.

    Likely glutenLikely shellfish

  • Coastal Crab Fry£16.95

    Soft shell crab packed with roasted coconut flavours, curry leaves, and a balance of Kerala spice.

    Likely shellfish

  • Malabar Squid Rings£10.95

    Tender squid rings marinated in traditional Kerala spices and fried with curry leaves and black pepper until crisp outside and succulent…

    Likely shellfish

  • Chettinad Platter£29.95

    Traditional Chettinad platter featuring Mutton Chukka, Fish Fry, Prawn Poriyal, and Andhra Chicken Roast.

    Likely shellfishLikely fish

  • Ulundu Vadai£6.45

    Golden-fried lentil doughnuts with a crispy exterior and soft, fluffy centre, served hot with sambar and chutney.

    Vegetarian

  • Mini Masala Dosa£6.45

    Authentic Chettinad-style vegetarian dish of cauliflower florets coated in spiced batter and deep-fried until crisp and golden.

    VegetarianLikely gluten

  • Gobi 65£9.95

    Fresh Indian cottage cheese is stir-fried with capsicums and Chettinadu spices for a rich flavor.

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Paneer Chukka£10.95

    Fresh Indian cottage cheese stir-fried with capsicum and aromatic Chettinad spices for a rich, flavourful dish.

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Cabbage & Spinach Vadai£6.95

    Crispy South Indian lentil fritters with fresh cabbage, spinach, herbs, and spices, fried to golden perfection.

    Vegetarian

  • Malabar Banana Fritters£6.95

    Ripe banana slices coated in a light, spiced batter and fried until golden and crisp on the outside, soft and sweet on the inside.

    VegetarianLikely gluten

  • Vegetable Platter£27.95

    Mixed platter featuring Paneer Chukka, Mini Masala Dosa, Gobi 65, and Ulundu Vadai, served with sambar and coconut chutney.

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairy

Dosa

  • Plain Dosa£9.95

    Golden, crisp South Indian classic made from traditionally fermented rice and lentil batter, served with house-made coconut chutney and…

    Vegetarian

  • Masala Dosa£10.95

    Thin, crisp dosa stuffed with a deliciously seasoned potato filling, accompanied by sambar and fresh coconut chutney.

    Vegetarian

  • Mysore Masala Dosa£11.95

    Signature Mysore-style dosa layered with spicy red chutney and melted butter, filled with aromatic potato masala, onions, and fresh herbs.

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Onion Rava Masala Dosa£13.95

    Delicate, lacy and extra-crispy dosa made with semolina and rice flour, served with spiced potato masala.

    VegetarianLikely gluten

  • Chicken Dosa£14.95

    Rich Chettinad-style rice and lentil dosa filled with succulent spiced chicken, potato masala, and fresh herbs for a bold South Indian…

  • Lamb Dosa£15.95

    Rich Chettinad-style rice and lentil dosa filled with tender spiced lamb, aromatic potato masala, and fresh herb.

From our farm

  • Chettinadu Chicken£13.95

    Classic Chettinad delicacy of tender chicken slow-cooked with an authentic blend of 23 traditional South Indian spices, creating a rich…

  • Pepper Chicken Kari£13.75

    Tender chicken simmered with freshly ground black pepper, fragrant spices, and curry leaves for a warming and intensely aromatic finish.

  • Chicken Mapas£14.95

    Mildly spiced chicken cooked in freshly grated ground coconut sauce, tempered with aromatic Chettinadu spices. Tastes great with lemon rice…

  • Kuttanadan Duck Roast£19.95

    Kerala speciality of tender duck slow cooked with roasted spices and curry leaves, then finished in coconut oil.

  • Chicken Biriyani£15.95

    Flavourful Chettinadu-style biriyani made with basmati rice, tender chicken, and aromatic spices.

From our butchers

  • Lamb Madras£15.95

    Spicy South Indian curry of tender lamb in a rich, hot gravy, named after Madras (now Chennai) and inspired by Chettinad-style cooking.

  • Coconut Spinach Lamb Kari£15.75

    Tender boneless lamb and spinach, gently simmered in a silky coconut sauce with hand-ground South Indian spices and fragrant curry leaves.

  • Lamb Biriyani£15.95

    Flavourful Chettinadu-style biriyani made with basmati rice, tender lamb, and aromatic spices.

From our fishermans net

  • Meen Kullambu (Fish)£16.95

    Coastal Tamil Nadu specialty of whitefish simmered in a tangy tomato–tamarind sauce with a hint of coconut milk.

    Likely fish

  • Squid Pirratel£16.95

    Squid cooked in a tangy tomato–tamarind gravy, finished with curry leaves.

    Likely shellfish

  • Mix Seafood Kari£18.95

    Inspiration dish from our head chef, where white fish, prawns, and squid are simmered in a rich and aromatic coconut milk gravy infused…

    Likely shellfishLikely fish

  • Meen Polichathu (Fish)£19.95

    Cherished speciality of Kerala cuisine. Tender white fish gently cooked in a traditional tangy gravy and aromatic spices, served with…

    Likely fish

  • Kappayum Meenum (Fish)£19.45

    Kerala toddy shop favourite: fish cooked in a spicy onion, chilli, turmeric, and ginger sauce, served with cassava.

    Likely fish

  • Angamali Chemmeen (Prawns with Mango)£19.95

    Kerala-style prawn & raw mango curry, with creamy coconut gravy and tangy mango flavour.

    Likely shellfish

  • Kunji Njandu Vattichathu (Soft Shell Crab)£22.95

    Likely shellfish

Thali - 3 course meal

  • Seafood Thali£29.95

    Begins with pappadam and Rasam soup, followed by a main course featuring prawn poriyal, meen kuzhambu (fish curry), three vegetable…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely shellfishLikely fish

  • Chettinad Thali£28.95

    Starting with pappadam and Rasam soup, followed by a main course featuring mutton chukka, Chettinad chicken, three vegetable curries…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Vegetable Thali£24.95

    Starting with pappadam and Rasam soup, followed by a main course featuring four vegetable curries, sambar, raita, rice, bread, and dessert.

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairy

Farmers selection

  • Kathrika Kara Kulambu£11.95

    Aubergine sautéed and cooked with authentic South Indian spices. Famous Tamil Nadu staple curry with a rich, tangy flavour and thick…

    Vegetarian

  • Vendakkai Mor Kulambu£11.45

    Traditional vegetable ladyfinger Mor Kulambu made from slightly sour yoghurt.

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Keerai Paneer Kari£11.45

    Soft paneer cooked in a spinach gravy with aromatic spices, creating a rich, flavourful, and comforting vegetarian dish.

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Udupi Mix Vegetable Kari£11.45

    Fresh seasonal vegetables simmered in a traditional South Indian coconut-based gravy, delicately spiced with curry leaves, mustard seeds…

    Vegetarian

  • Mutter Paneer£10.95

    Soft paneer and green peas simmered in a rich, mildly spiced tomato and onion gravy, finished with aromatic herbs and traditional spices.

    VegetarianLikely dairy

  • Parippu Kari£9.95

    Toor dhal cooked in a traditional blend of spices, green chillies, and tomatoes and flavoured with curry leaves.

    Vegetarian

  • Kadala Kulambu£9.95

    Traditional dish of black chickpeas cooked in a rich, aromatic gravy with authentic spices.

    Vegetarian

Side dish

  • Egg Roast£11.95

    Boiled eggs gently simmered in a rich, aromatic masala of caramelised onions, tomatoes and traditional South Indian spices.

    Likely egg

  • Cabbage Carrot Poriyal£8.95

    South Indian-style stir-fry with the distinctive flavours of mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and dry red chillies.

    Vegetarian

  • Beetroot Thoran£8.95

    Vibrant Kerala-style stir-fry made with coconut and a blend of aromatic spices.

    Vegetarian

  • Chettinad Mango Salad£7.95

    Locally produced vegetable mango salad served with a dressing of olive oil, lemon and crushed black pepper.

    Vegetarian

  • Green Salad£6.95

    Cucumber, onion, tomato and carrot.

    Vegetarian

  • Kappa£5.95

    Boiled cassava, delicately seasoned with aromatic spices. A comforting accompaniment to curries and fish dishes.

  • Sambar£5.95

    Vegetable stew made with tamarind, drumstick, onions and tomatoes.

    Vegetarian

  • Mix Raitha£4.95

    Yogurt with cubes of vegetables.

    VegetarianLikely dairy

Rice dish

  • Boiled Rice£4.45

    Steamed plain white basmati rice.

    Vegetarian

  • Lemon Rice£5.45

    A tangy, fresh tasting rice cooked with lemon juice and peas.

    Vegetarian

  • Tomato Rice£5.75

    Steam rice mixed with South Indian tomato masala sauce.

    Vegetarian

  • Pulao Rice£5.75

    Basmati rice steamed with aromatic herbs and spices.

    Vegetarian

Breads

  • Chapati (2 Pieces)£4.45

    Regular Indian bread made of finely milled whole wheat flour.

    Likely gluten

  • Parota (2 Pieces)£4.95

    Flaky bread made with white flour.

    Likely gluten

  • Poori (2 Pieces)£4.45

    Fluffy fried flat breads made from wheat flour.

    Likely gluten

  • Kal Appam (2 Pieces)£4.45

    Soft pancake made from yeast-fermented rice batter.

Desserts

  • Semiya Payasam£6.95

    Traditional South Indian vermicelli pudding simmered in creamy milk with sugar, fragrant cardamom, and roasted nuts.

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Chocolate Dosa£6.95

    Golden pancake smothered with chocolate sauce and nuts, served with chocolate sauce.

    Likely nuts

  • Gulab Jamun with Ice Cream£6.95

    Homemade condensed milk in a rose and saffron syrup served with ice cream.

    Likely dairy

  • Carrot Halwa with Ice Cream£6.45

    Unusual Indian dessert made with grated carrot, whole milk, dried fruit & nuts.

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Pineapple Kesari Bhath£5.95

    Traditional Chettinad pudding made from semolina cooked with butter and studded with raisins and cashew nuts.

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Kulfi£5.95

    Delicious and smooth Indian ice cream with your choice of mango and pistachio.

    Likely dairy

  • Ice Cream£4.95

    Choice of vanilla, chocolate or strawberry.

    Likely dairy

  • Gulab Jamun with 5 Walla (Alcohol)£8.95

    Homemade condensed milk in a rose and saffron syrup served with a creamy blend of five spices: cinnamon, clove, cardamom, ginger, and…

    Likely dairy

The menu’s own key: V = Vegetarian. The dairy, nut, wheat and shellfish symbols are printed in the PDF but did not survive text extraction, so they are not transcribed.

What the menu saysWe do not have dedicated preparation or cooking areas in our kitchens for nut-free or gluten-free food. Some dishes are cooked in our fryer that has also been used to cook wheat products, so we cannot 100% guarantee there will be no cross-contamination. Food items stated as gluten conscious are not made with gluten.
  • We do not have dedicated preparation or cooking areas in our kitchens for nut-free or gluten-free food. Some dishes are cooked in our fryer that has also been used to cook wheat products, so we cannot 100% guarantee there will be no cross-contamination. Food items stated as gluten conscious are not made with gluten.
  • Please let our team know about any allergies or intolerances when ordering. Food is freshly cooked to order and there may be a risk that traces of all allergens can be found in any dish.

Set menus (per person)

Set menus, banquets and tasting menus: a meal for the table, priced per person, often with a minimum number of guests.

  • Set Meal One£45

    Welcome drink: glass of champagne or strawberry twist. Pre snack: pappadam, banana chips, peanut fry and chutneys. Starters: chicken 65…

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Set Meal Two£39.50

    A banquet spread for all guests. Pre snack: pappadam, banana chips, peanut fry and chutneys. Starter platter: chicken 65, Karaikudi fish…

    Likely glutenLikely nutsLikely shellfishLikely fish

  • Set Meal Three£29.50

    Pre snack: pappadam & chutneys. Starter (choose one): Andhra chicken roast, mutton chukka, chicken 65, mini masala dosa V, ulundu vadai V…

    Likely shellfish

  • Set Meal Four

    Custom set menu, enquire with management. Chatti Choru: Kerala Sathiya banana leaf meal.

Good to know

Restaurant

Facts

FactDetail
Address16 Percy Street, Bloomsbury, W1T 1DT
AreaCamden
KindRestaurant · Indian
Phone+44 20 3556 1229
Websitechettinadrestaurant.com
Menu read10 Nov 2026 from chettinadrestaurant.com
MapOpen in Google Maps

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Where this comes from

Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about Chettinad

Does Chettinad have gluten-free options?

No dish is marked gluten free as served, from the menu read 10 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Chettinad coeliac friendly?

The venue notes: “We do not have dedicated preparation or cooking areas in our kitchens for nut-free or gluten-free food.”. Eatcrush reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

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