Spicy, authentic Chettinad & South Indian flavors w/ standout Kothu Paratha & intensely fiery Vindaloo. A must-try for heat-seekers!
This restaurant is a go-to for authentic South Indian Chettinad cuisine, earning praise for its robust flavors and spicy offerings. Diners frequently recommend dishes like the Kothu Paratha and Vindaloo, though be prepared for a serious kick. While it has seen some inconsistency, recent feedback suggests the quality has returned, making it a solid choice for flavorful Indian food.
Specializing in Chettinad and South Indian cuisine, this restaurant is celebrated for its bold and spicy flavors. Popular recommendations include the Kothu Paratha and Vindaloo, which is noted for its intense heat. The biryani, particularly the seeraga samba rice version, and appam are also highlighted. While some reviewers have noted a dip in quality in the past, current opinions suggest the food is again considered 'solid' and unique, especially for those seeking authentic South Indian dishes.
"Standout dishes include the Kothu Paratha, spicy Vindaloo, South Indian style seeraga samba rice biryani, and appam. The malabar parotta and shrimp curry are also noted as being excellent when the restaurant is at its best."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment, praising the authentic and spicy South Indian Chettinad dishes. While there have been mentions of past inconsistency, recent feedback indicates a return to high quality.
Important Note
Some reviewers have noted inconsistency in quality over time, though recent feedback suggests a return to good form. The Vindaloo is described as exceptionally spicy, which may not be suitable for all palates.
"This user recommended Anjappar, highlighting their sambar and mutton keema dosas as particularly good."
Positive"Anjappar's quality had dipped when they tried to modernize, including using a robot to deliver food. However, the robot is gone, and the food is considered good again, with unique spicy South Indian dishes, though it's not cheap."
Positive"This commenter mentioned Anjappar as a place with better curry within a block of Curry in a Hurry, and that it's dirt cheap."
Positive"This is one of two main options for an Indian food crawl in the Curry Hill area. It is known for chicken chettinad."
Positive"Anjappar was mentioned as a South Indian restaurant."
Positive"Anjappar in Midtown East was suggested as a place for South Indian food."
Positive"Considers Anjappar to be better than Saravanaa Bhavan for South Indian food."
Positive"They found Anjappar solid but inconsistent, noting that when it hits, it 'really hits,' and expressed a need for more and better Chettinad food in NYC."
Neutral"They recommended Anjappar as 'solid' Indian food."
Neutral"Confirms they were thinking of Anjappar (a Chettinad restaurant) in response to a suggestion. States it's the only spot they know of in Manhattan that serves appam."
Neutral"In a discussion about finding appam and a restaurant named Aappakadai, this user suggests that 'Anjappar' might be the Chettinad restaurant the previous commenter was thinking of."
Neutral"The user recommends Anjappar."
Positive"Recommends Anjappar for South Indian style seeraga samba rice biryani."
Positive"Claims Anjappar serves food spicy enough to cause 'physical pain,' specifically mentioning their vindaloo."
Positive"My favorite Kothu Paratha currently is at Anjappar Chettinad (Murray Hill)"
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