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Chennai Chef

South Indian Dosa, Vegan Menu

Worth ordering: Dosanamed in 10 reviews

Try the masala dosa with potato and onion, or ask about the Mysore dosa.

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Top tips

  • Ask the staff to prepare the veg korma vegan; a review describes it as coconut-cashew-based with potatoes, green beans, and carrots.
  • Ask for medhu vadai with coconut chutney and sambhar; the sambhar may be available on request.
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  • Arrive early for weekend specials; one review says the weekend thali can sell out, and another notes that the vegetarian menu is available on Saturdays.
  • Call ahead or reserve, as seating is limited and the restaurant can fill up.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Korma

  • Worth ordering: Medu vada

People also mention coconut chutney, parotta and sambar.

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Also thali, tomato and onion uttapam, uttapam and curry.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, attentive service and generous portions.

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Also praised for good value, fast service, beautiful interior, cozy atmosphere, lively atmosphere and affordable.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Chennai Chef is a family-run South Indian restaurant where crisp dosas, medhu vadai with coconut chutney, and coconut-cashew veg korma stand out. The dining room is small and can get busy; staff can adjust spice levels and reviews describe the prices as moderate.

Vegan menu

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Amsterdamer Str. 127, 50735 Nippes, Germany

Opening hours

Monday
17:00–21:30
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
17:00–21:30
Thursday
17:00–21:30
Friday
17:00–21:30
Saturday
12:30–21:30
Sunday
12:30–21:30

the food

4.6 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good food
  • Good service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
lentils, chickpeas, cashews + 1 more
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