Nair Mess is a legendary establishment in Chennai, known for its delectable Kerala-style seafood cuisine. The ambiance of the place is bustling and lively, with a constant stream of customers coming in for their fix of fresh, flavorful meals. The interior design is simple and functional, with no frills or unnecessary decor. The price range is reasonable, with the focus being on quality rather than extravagance.
Located near Chepauk Stadium, Nair Mess is a must-visit spot for seafood lovers. The establishment offers outdoor seating for those who prefer to dine al fresco.
Some of the standout dishes on the menu include the fish fry, prawn masala, mutton chukka, and meen kolambu. For those looking for a refreshing beverage, the establishment offers a variety of soft drinks and juices. Wine is not available here.
Overall, Nair Mess is a fine dining spot that offers an authentic taste of Kerala cuisine in a casual, unpretentious setting. Don't miss out on this gem of a place!
Visited Nair Mess for lunch and had a great experience! We tried their normal meals, vanjiram fish fry, and vanjiram fish curry. The taste was absolutely authentic and flavorful — especially the fish fry, which was perfectly crispy and well-spiced. The fish curry had a rich, traditional flavor that paired wonderfully with the rice. Though the price is slightly on the higher side, the quality and taste really stand out. A must-visit place in Chennai for anyone craving delicious South Indian non-veg meals! Price per person: ₹1,000–1,200 Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Recommended dishes: Non Veg Meals with Fish Fry and Prawn Fry Fish Gravy and Mutton Gravy with the Meal, Fish Curry, Mutton Fry Vegetarian offerings: Not sure Vegetarian options: Good place for fish meals lovers
I arrived at 9 pm on a weekday, an hour b4 closing time. 90% items were over. The parcel charges were sky high. Even Bangalore restos have lesser parcel charges. The parcel materials were cheap, absolutely worthless.
Now coming to the customer service; the staff behaviour was pathetic and hostile. So many waiters were sitting jobless but not even one was considerate. This resto should be shut down, let alone be the "best resto in Chennai".
The prices were high considering the filthy area its located in.
Why do these MFs call Mutton chops as chops when there is only 1 small bony leftover piece in 300ml full of gravy?
The chicken fry was totally full of bony and tiny pieces, I guess people feed better meat to even dogs. The chicken fry costed 160 bucks including parcel which was not even 100gms of meat. The fish curry and "MUTTON CHOP CURRY" WAS FULL OF TAMARIND AND NOT A TRACE OF COCONUT MILK OR OIL. SHAME ON YOU NAIR MESS FOR LOOTING PEOPLES' TRUST AND MONEY. I HOPE YOUR RESTO SHUTS DOWN SOON. YOU WILL BE CURSED FOR USING SUCH SUB STANDARD PRODUCTS AND FOOLING MASSES.
How come noone awarded this shitty place as the FAKE KERALA RESTO?
This is the worst parcel portions I have ever had in life. The 300ml fish curry had just 1 smaller than a head piece and the same with mutton chops.
The egg dosa had no trace of egg in it or any flavours for that matter.
Even roadside lorrys have better quantities, quality, taste and service.
I visit there after a long time. I feel the taste of food not good beforefew months.And the rate of fish fry Items very high compare the quandity. I buy a vanjiram fry which is cost 200rs. very thin like appalam.very bad.A meal with fishcurry is 90+75 rs there is no curry for the meals.but extra cost.Totaly this mess is out of our image.you can check only once.
Now coming to the customer service; the staff behaviour was pathetic and hostile. So many waiters were sitting jobless but not even one was considerate. This resto should be shut down, let alone be the "best resto in Chennai".
The prices were high considering the filthy area its located in.
Why do these MFs call Mutton chops as chops when there is only 1 small bony leftover piece in 300ml full of gravy?
The chicken fry was totally full of bony and tiny pieces, I guess people feed better meat to even dogs. The chicken fry costed 160 bucks including parcel which was not even 100gms of meat. The fish curry and "MUTTON CHOP CURRY" WAS FULL OF TAMARIND AND NOT A TRACE OF COCONUT MILK OR OIL. SHAME ON YOU NAIR MESS FOR LOOTING PEOPLES' TRUST AND MONEY. I HOPE YOUR RESTO SHUTS DOWN SOON. YOU WILL BE CURSED FOR USING SUCH SUB STANDARD PRODUCTS AND FOOLING MASSES.
How come noone awarded this shitty place as the FAKE KERALA RESTO?
This is the worst parcel portions I have ever had in life. The 300ml fish curry had just 1 smaller than a head piece and the same with mutton chops.
The egg dosa had no trace of egg in it or any flavours for that matter.
Even roadside lorrys have better quantities, quality, taste and service.