Avartana, the acclaimed progressive Southern Indian restaurant at ITC Grand Chola, Chennai, continues to be recognised among the finest dining destinations in the region, securing the #2 position in TripAdvisor’s Best of the Best Restaurants 2026 – India and ranking #15 in TripAdvisor’s Best of the Best Restaurants 2026 – Asia. The recognition further reinforces the restaurant’s standing among the most celebrated culinary destinations in India and Asia.
Rooted in the rich culinary traditions of South India, Avartana presents a progressive interpretation of regional flavours through immersive tasting menus that seamlessly blend authenticity, innovation and artistic expression. Through meticulously curated tasting experiences, innovative techniques and an unwavering commitment to excellence, it has built a reputation for delivering immersive and memorable dining experiences while staying deeply rooted in the flavours and traditions of the Southern Indian Peninsula.
The recognition comes amid a period of continued growth and innovation for Avartana. Over the past year, the restaurant expanded its international presence through a landmark culinary showcase at Château Haut-Brion and Champagne Palmer in France, introducing audiences to its progressive interpretation of Southern Indian cuisine. It further enhanced its immersive dining journey with Kaleidoscope, a thoughtfully curated beverage programme inspired by the ingredients, flavours and traditions of the Southern Indian Peninsula. The restaurant’s feature in Ed Sheeran’s music video Sapphire further spotlighted Avartana and Chennai’s evolving culinary landscape, reinforcing the city’s growing reputation as a dynamic gastronomic destination.
Through its progressive interpretation of Southern Indian cuisine, Avartana continues to deliver immersive dining experiences that celebrate the richness, diversity and evolution of the Southern Indian Peninsula’s culinary heritage, while setting new benchmarks for contemporary Indian dining.
