Anjappar Restaurant @ T1 Public

About Anjappar Restaurant @ T1 Public

Anjappar Chettinadu was established in Chennai in 1964 as a pioneer of Chettinad cuisine, growing into a brand with over 50 years of experience and 50 outlets worldwide. Since 2005, Anjappar has brought authentic Chettinad flavours to Singapore, using fresh ingredients and secret family recipes, and describes itself as a leading Indian non-vegetarian restaurant in the city.

All dishes are made fresh from scratch daily using handmade traditional spices and authentic Chettinad recipes, across a large vegetarian and non-vegetarian menu. The kitchen's chefs follow cooking methods passed down through generations, spanning bold Chettinad classics, tandoori-cooked skewers, aromatic dum biryani, and South Indian staples like dosa and idly.

Beyond dine-in, Anjappar offers catering services for weddings, corporate events, and celebrations, along with a banquet hall suited to receptions and grand celebrations with customisable packages. The restaurant has built a strong local reputation, with many customer reviews specifically praising the warm service and food recommendations from staff.

Anjappar Chettinadu: Authentic Chettinad Cuisine in Singapore Since 2005

Anjappar Chettinadu traces its roots to Chennai in 1964, where it became a pioneer of Chettinad cuisine. Over more than 50 years, the brand has grown to 50 outlets worldwide, bringing its handmade spices and family recipes to a global audience. Since 2005, that heritage has had a home in Singapore, where Anjappar has become known for authentic Chettinad flavours and a large vegetarian and non-vegetarian menu.

A Kitchen Built on Tradition

Every dish at Anjappar is made fresh from scratch daily, using handmade traditional spices and recipes passed down through generations. The restaurant's chefs follow authentic Chettinad cooking methods, with ingredients carefully selected and sourced daily — an approach the restaurant describes as farm to table.

What's on the Menu

The menu is organised into five main sections. Appetizers cover bold starters like Chicken 65, Golden Fried Prawns, and Gobi 65 for a vegetarian option. Tandoori Skewers bring claypot and skewer-cooked classics, including Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Tikka, and a Tandoori Platter with an assortment of chicken, fish, and prawn served with complimentary naan.

The Dum Biriyani section spans Mutton, Chicken, Prawn, Fish, Vegetable, and Paneer Biriyani, each cooked with basmati rice using traditional methods. House Specials showcase the restaurant's signature Chettinad cooking, including the Chettinad Chicken Masala — chicken sautéed with shallots and authentic Chettinad spices — alongside Pepper Chicken Masala, Mutton Sukka Varuval, Chettinad Prawn Masala, and a Chettinad Platter combining several of the kitchen's best dishes. Rounding things out, the South Indian section offers dosas, uthappam, and idly, including a Masala Dosa stuffed with spiced potato and a Special Ghee Podi Dosa finished with flavoured ghee.

Beyond Dine-In

Anjappar also caters to weddings, corporate events, and celebrations, offering both vegetarian and non-vegetarian catering menus, bento boxes, and outdoor catering. For those planning a larger event, the restaurant's banquet hall is suited to weddings, receptions, and grand celebrations, with customisable packages and dedicated service.

What Customers Say

Anjappar has built a loyal local following, with many customers specifically praising the warmth and recommendations from staff, including a restaurant manager named Ravi mentioned repeatedly in reviews. Diners have singled out dishes like the Chettinad Chicken Masala, Gobi 65, Chicken Tikka, and mango lassi, alongside the freshly ground dosa batter and accompanying chutneys and sambar, which reviewers describe as clean and complex in flavour. One reviewer specifically noted requesting a Paneer Tikka Masala usually only found at the brand's JB outlet, which the restaurant manager was able to accommodate.

Visiting Anjappar

Anjappar Chettinadu is located at 76-78 Racecourse Road, Singapore 218575, and is open daily from 11:00am to 11:00pm. The restaurant can be reached by phone at +65 6296 5545 or by email at [email protected], and table reservations, banquet bookings, and catering orders can all be made online through the website.

Signature items

• Chettinad Chicken Masala
• Mutton Biriyani
• Tandoori Platter
• Chettinad Platter
• Masala Dosa
• Chettinad Prawn Masala

Menu

Appetizers

• Chicken 65 — Boneless cubes of chicken marinated with Indian spices and deep fried.
• Golden Fried Prawns — Prawns coated with hand pounded masala and fried to golden yellow colour.
• Fish Finger — Boneless fish finger marinated and dusted in breadcrumbs and deep fried.
• Gobi 65 — Florettes of cauliflower marinated in yoghurt and house masala, deep fried.
• Paneer 65 — Cheese cubes marinated and deep fried to perfection.
• Onion Pakkoda — Sieved besan flour mixed with chopped onions and deep fried till golden brown.

Dum Biriyani

• Mutton Biriyani — Fresh tender pieces of goat, marinated in spices and cooked with basmati rice.
• Chicken Biriyani — Fresh tender pieces of chicken, marinated in spices and cooked with basmati rice.
• Prawn Biriyani — Tender prawns and spices cooked in basmati rice with aromatic flavors.
• Fish Biriyani — Tender pieces of fish and spices cooked in basmati rice with traditional methods.
• Vegetable Biriyani — Fine cuts of vegetables, spiced and cooked with fragrant basmati rice.
• Paneer Biriyani — Cubes of paneer with vegetables, spiced and cooked with basmati rice.

South Indian

• Masala Dosa — Crispy pancake made of rice and lentil flour, stuffed with spiced potato filling.
• Special Ghee Podi Dosa — Crispy pancake added with flavoured ghee and aromatic spice powder.
• Chicken Kheema Dosa — Crispy pancake stuffed with minced chicken masala and traditional spices.
• Paneer Cheese Dosa — Crispy pancake stuffed with cottage cheese, cheese and aromatic spices.
• Onion Uthappam — Soft rice pancake baked in griddle, topped with chopped onions and spices.
• Idly — Steamed soft cakes made from fermented rice and black lentil batter, served with chutney and sambar.

House Specials

• Chettinad Chicken Masala — Chicken sautéed with shallots and authentic Chettinad spices. A signature dish.
• Pepper Chicken Masala — Boneless chicken pieces marinated in crushed peppercorns, fried with curry leaves.
• Mutton Sukka Varuval — Tender cuts of goat marinated in crushed peppercorns, fried with onions and curry leaves.
• Chettinad Prawn Masala — Selected shell-less prawns fried with shallots and traditional Chettinad spices.
• Tawa Fish Fry — Seer fish slice marinated with special Chettinad masala, cooked on hot plate with coconut oil.
• Chettinad Platter — Chef's selection of Chicken Varuval, Mutton Sukka, and Prawn Fry on one platter.

Tandoori Skewers

• Tandoori Chicken — Tender chicken marinated in yoghurt and spices, cooked in claypot. Available half or full.
• Chicken Tikka — Tender pieces of chicken breast marinated in spices and cooked on skewers.
• Prawn Tikka — Jumbo prawns marinated with yogurt and cooked with herbs and spices.
• Fish Tikka — Fish marinated in yoghurt, aromatic herbs and spices, cooked in claypot.
• Paneer Tikka — Cubes of paneer marinated with yogurt and cooked with herbs and spices.
• Tandoori Platter — Assortment of chicken, fish, and prawn pieces with complimentary naan.

Frequently asked questions

What cuisine does Anjappar serve?

Authentic Chettinad cuisine from South India, spanning both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.

Where is Anjappar located in Singapore?

76-78 Racecourse Road, Singapore 218575.

What are the opening hours?

Daily from 11:00am to 11:00pm.

Does Anjappar offer catering?

Yes, including vegetarian and non-vegetarian catering, bento boxes, and outdoor catering for weddings and corporate events.

Does Anjappar have a banquet hall?

Yes, a banquet hall suited to weddings, receptions, and grand celebrations with customisable packages.

How long has Anjappar been in Singapore?

Since 2005, bringing a heritage that dates back to its founding in Chennai in 1964.

Is there a vegetarian menu?

Yes, Anjappar offers a large vegetarian menu alongside its non-vegetarian dishes.

Tips

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