On a Southern trail

The crispiness of the dosa and the strong aroma of filter coffee is all that most people need to start their day with. And what best then tasting something that is as fresh as the homemade one.

It is barely two months old, but the restaurant is getting popular by the day. Not just youngsters, but people of all age groups are seen stepping in to taste the food of ‘Chetty’s Coffee’. Located in the prime locale of New BEL Road, this entrant is gradually becoming one of the must-visits for the residents of the of area.

Started by three partners Subramanya N, Shabrish B S and Joseph Vivek, this place is serving offbeat and rare varieties of ‘dosas’ like the ‘Avalakki dosa’. Start your meal with a cup of piping hot filter coffee, it’s strong and surely awakens you. The menu is small making it easy to choose exactly what one wants.

For starters, ask for a plate of ‘ghee upma’ and ‘kesari bath’. The actual catch is that all the dishes prepared are with pure ghee (one can actually taste it in every dish), which makes it a real treat. ‘Paddu’ can be your next choice. The soft, fluffy and light ‘paddus’ served with coconut ‘chutney’, make it a great combination and is easy on the tummy. 

While you are finishing up with the starters, ask for a plate of  ‘avalakki dosa’, served with green and onion chutney. This is a classic choice and hard to resist. Giving a spicy twist to the original is the ‘pickle dosa’ — tangy and tantalising as it is — it leaves one craving for more. The ‘vegetable dosa’ is another classic with a twist that will leave you surprised. Complete your meal with the rare ‘anjoor halwa’ — soaked in the goodness of ‘ghee’. This rich and delectable delight is a sure treat for all the ghee-lovers.

So, the next time you crave for great quantity yet pocket friendly and by all means South-Indian food, this space can be the right choice. ‘Chetty’s Coffee’ is located at # 60, 80 Feet Road, New BEL Road. For details call 7022282228.