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Murugan Idli Shop
T. Nagar, Chennai
A Chennai institution famed for its ultra-soft idlis and podi.
Area
T. Nagar
Food type
Veg
Price range
₹60–200
Opening hours
7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
About
What is Murugan Idli Shop famous for?
The soft idli with molaga podi is the order.
What to eat here
Best dishes to try at Murugan Idli Shop
Veg · ₹60–200
Idli
Soft, savoury
Best at breakfast
Rava Idli
Masala Idli
Dosa
Crisp, savoury
Best at breakfast
Ven Pongal
Savoury, peppery
Best at breakfast
Good to know
Is Murugan Idli Shop good for families?
Yes — Murugan Idli Shop is family friendly and serves vegetarian food. It is open 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
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Why Murugan Idli Shop
A Chennai institution famed for its ultra-soft idlis and podi. The kitchen is fully vegetarian. This sits at the easy end of the scale, with most orders landing around ₹60–200.
🥘 The order to make
Tiffin is the South Indian snack-meal tier - dosa, idli and vada with sambar and chutneys, made for a short table rather than a long dinner.
🕐 Hours and timing
The posted hours run 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
🧭 Finding it
Find it in T. Nagar, Chennai (Tamil Nadu).
✅ The short version
Families with children are normal here.
Questions
Murugan Idli Shop — FAQ
What is Murugan Idli Shop famous for?
A Chennai institution famed for its ultra-soft idlis and podi.
What are the must-try dishes at Murugan Idli Shop?
Murugan Idli Shop is known for Idli, Rava Idli, Masala Idli and Dosa.
Is Murugan Idli Shop good for families?
Yes — Murugan Idli Shop is family friendly and serves vegetarian food.
What are Murugan Idli Shop's opening hours?
Murugan Idli Shop is open 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
Where is Murugan Idli Shop located?
Murugan Idli Shop is in T. Nagar, Chennai.