Representative photoFood place in Madurai
Famous Jigarthanda
East Marret Street, Madurai
A Madurai landmark stall serving its namesake chilled jigarthanda.
Area
East Marret Street
Food type
Veg
Price range
₹40–120
Opening hours
10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
About
What is Famous Jigarthanda famous for?
The definitive jigarthanda.
What to eat here
Best dishes to try at Famous Jigarthanda
Veg · ₹40–120
Good to know
Is Famous Jigarthanda good for families?
Yes — Famous Jigarthanda is family friendly and serves vegetarian food. It is open 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
Make a morning of it
Photo spots near Famous Jigarthanda
Shoot nearby, then eat at Famous Jigarthanda.
Meenakshi Amman Temple
179 m · ~2 min walkBest photo · Early morning for soft light on the gopurams and quieter streets; late afternoon for warm colour on the towers.
Best combo: Photos here, then jigarthanda at Famous Jigarthanda.
See photo spot
Koodal Azhagar Temple
347 m · ~4 min walkBest photo · Morning, when soft light falls on the carved gopuram and the old-city streets are quieter.
Best combo: Photos here, then jigarthanda at Famous Jigarthanda.
See photo spot
Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal
456 m · ~5 min walkBest photo · Morning or late afternoon, when low sun slants between the pillars and the courtyard is quieter.
Best combo: Photos here, then jigarthanda at Famous Jigarthanda.
See photo spotWant something else nearby?
Search Madurai food by craving
Why Famous Jigarthanda
A Madurai landmark stall serving its namesake chilled jigarthanda. The kitchen is fully vegetarian. This sits at the easy end of the scale - figure ₹40–120.
🍽️ What to order
Jigarthanda - Madurai's signature chilled drink of milk, almond-gum, basil seeds and ice cream — a heat-beating icon
🕒 When to come
Doors open around 10:00 AM and close around 11:00 PM.
📍 Where it is
Find it in East Marret Street, Madurai (Tamil Nadu).
✅ The short version
Families with children are normal here.
Questions
Famous Jigarthanda — FAQ
What is Famous Jigarthanda famous for?
A Madurai landmark stall serving its namesake chilled jigarthanda.
What are the must-try dishes at Famous Jigarthanda?
Famous Jigarthanda is known for Jigarthanda.
Is Famous Jigarthanda good for families?
Yes — Famous Jigarthanda is family friendly and serves vegetarian food.
What are Famous Jigarthanda's opening hours?
Famous Jigarthanda is open 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
Where is Famous Jigarthanda located?
Famous Jigarthanda is in East Marret Street, Madurai.