Murugan Idli Shop, Besant Nagar
8 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/Chennai·10 comments quoted below
What people say, in short
Murugan Idli Shop is a well-liked vegetarian option in Chennai, with several commenters recommending it overall, including as a budget-friendly veg choice. One commenter calls it a quintessential Chennai spot, and the mini idli and chakara pongal are singled out. A couple of commenters warn against it, though: one diner who visited found everything average and pricey for breakfast, and another says it has gone downhill over the past decade.
Address
Murugan Idli Shop, E. 149/1, 6th Avenue, opp. Annai Velankanni Road, GOCHS Colony, Besant Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600090, India
At a glance
- Price
- Budget
- Signature dishes
- Mini idli, Chakara pongal
- Best for
- Vegetarian, Budget, Visitors
- Opinions divided
- Yes
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
Suggested for vegetarian food
Everything tasted average and it was expensive for breakfast.
Calls Murugan Idli Shop quintessential when asked for dosa recommendations.
Listed under must-eat places for visitors.
Would go for the mini idli
Lists it as a good mention.
Calls it a good option while advising to seek crowded local messes for authenticity.
Suggests it as a budget-friendly vegetarian option.
Only place they know that regularly serves chakara pongal.
Was their favorite ten years ago but says it has gone way downhill.
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Last verified 24/10/2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.