Samasa
Kottivakkam, Chennai
Restaurant in Chennai, India
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Samasa is a practical Chennai dinner pick for the Kottivakkam and OMR side of town, especially when booking ease matters more than a fully documented destination-restaurant brief. Use it as a first-visit test for dates, casual celebrations, or small business meals, then repeat only if the room and pacing suit the occasion.
About Samasa
Samasa is a Chennai dinner option with evening hours across the week.
Use Samasa for a Chennai dinner when the timing works
The clearest reason to consider Samasa is its schedule. Most days list evening service from 7–11 PM, while Tuesday extends to 12 AM. Wednesday also lists an additional 12–11 AM window as well as 7–11 PM.
Where it sits in a Chennai plan
Readers building a wider shortlist can compare Samasa with other dining options, including Dao, Svar, Twist, Kailash Parbat- Pure Vegetarian Restaurant, and Royal Vega. For broader planning in the city, use the Chennai restaurants guide, plus the Chennai hotels, bars, wineries, and experiences guides.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 7–11 PM · Tuesday: 7 PM–12 AM
- Location
- 144/7, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thiruvengadam Nagar, Kottivakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600096, India
- Website
- turyaahotels.com/chennai
- Phone
- +91 44 6697 0000
Venue details
Ambiance
Rooftop, breezy, and visually appealing, with dreamy city lights and a green lawn creating a lively yet romantic atmosphere.
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Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Large
- Kitchen
- Fusion
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Beer
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 144/7, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thiruvengadam Nagar, Kottivakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600096, India
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 7–11 PM
- Tuesday
- 7 PM–12 AM
- Wednesday
- 12–11 AM, 7–11 PM
- Thursday
- 7–11 PM
- Friday
- 7–11 PM
- Saturday
- 7–11 PM
- Sunday
- 7–11 PM
Location
144/7, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thiruvengadam Nagar, Kottivakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600096, India · Directions
Also consider
Where to Look If Samasa Does Not Fit
Choose Kailash Parbat- Pure Vegetarian Restaurant if vegetarian clarity matters before booking. Choose Royal Vega if the meal needs more occasion weight and a more formal feel.
Restaurant context
How Samasa Compares
Samasa is the lower-friction choice if the priority is an easy Chennai dinner around Kottivakkam or OMR. Dao, Svar, and Twist are better cross-shops when the meal needs a clearer, but Samasa is the safer pick for diners who want less planning pressure.
For vegetarian diners, Kailash Parbat- Pure Vegetarian Restaurant is the more direct alternative because the positioning is clearer before booking. Royal Vega reads as the stronger special-occasion comparison, especially for diners willing to leave the immediate Chennai set for a more formal experience.
If value for money is the deciding factor, Samasa should be treated as a convenience-led booking. If ambiance and occasion weight matter more, compare Svar or Royal Vega first; if booking ease matters more, Samasa stays in play.
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Compare Samasa
Comparison Snapshot
Against Dao, Svar, and Twist, Samasa is the practical choice for an easier Chennai dinner rather than a venue to choose on reputation alone. The decision is less about chasing a name and more about matching the night to location and booking friction.
Kailash Parbat- Pure Vegetarian Restaurant is the cleaner pick for vegetarian certainty. Royal Vega is the stronger comparison for a more formal occasion.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Samasa?
Samasa is open 7–11 PM on most days, with Tuesday open until 12 AM.
Can Samasa accommodate groups?
For group meals, contact Samasa directly and check the relevant dinner window, which is 7–11 PM on most days.
What are alternatives to Samasa in Chennai?
For comparison, look at Dao, Svar, Twist, Kailash Parbat- Pure Vegetarian Restaurant, and Royal Vega. Samasa remains a Chennai dinner option to consider when its posted hours match your plans.
Is lunch or dinner better at Samasa?
Dinner is the clearer fit from the hours: most days list 7–11 PM, and Tuesday runs 7 PM–12 AM. Wednesday also lists 12–11 AM and 7–11 PM.
