Dakshin
9 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/Chennai·12 comments quoted below
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What people say, in short
Dakshin is a pricey South Indian fine dining spot that many people recommend for its food and overall experience, with one commenter praising the live music and classy interiors. Two diners call the food overrated, and one of them warns it caters to non-South Indians; a third diner feels it is priced high for the taste. One commenter notes the original Crowne Plaza location was being demolished and that it has reopened on TTK Road in Alwarpet, and advises calling ahead to reserve a table.
Address
no 135, Dakshin Chennai, Old, TTK Rd, Austin Nagar, Alwarpet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600018, India
At a glance
- Price
- Premium
- Best for
- Family
The evidence
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Visited personally and found it decent, though not living up to the hype compared to other Tamil dining options.
Suggests the reopened hotel restaurant and advises calling ahead to reserve a table.
Calls the food super overrated with many better options in Chennai, but likes the ambience.
Says Dakshin is quite amazing.
Has visited and finds it super overrated, saying it caters to non-South Indians.
Says it is too small and did not allow large groups when last checked.
Recommends it for South Indian food.
Says it serves excellent veg thali meals for lunch and dinner.
Says Dakshin serves South Indian food and alcohol, fitting the request.
Food is decent but pricey for the taste; balanced cuisine suited to non-locals, though not the best.
Only had good vegetarian food at non-veg places like Dakshin, though these are expensive spots.
Great for the experience with really good food.
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Last verified 24/10/2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.