Bharatraj Ramachandran
+5
One of the best places to bring family for an out of the ordinary experience. It’s well placed a little far away from everywhere, but not so far that it’s difficult to get to. The host is an amazing person and the work being done to educate and inculcate the staff who run the show is nothing but commendable. The food is awesome, the seasonal salad platter is a must have. The different items on the platter are each so simple yet so differently full of flavour. Every dish is made then and there with locally sourced ingredients many from their own farm and the freshness shows in the lip smacking food flavours. Anyone looking for a simple meal with full of flavours, but different at that must try this place, and oh so for the ambience as well. 100% must visit place. I for will be coming back here for sure, time and again.
Quite a treasure in the outskirts of Mahabalipuram main road to Chengalpet. Humble staff serving pure farm fresh hand made food. The natural ambiance, healthy food choices and the serenity makes it more vibrant for commuters to pause and relish. A must visit if you are around the vicinity. Also a cool place for kids and family hangout. Please note they open at 8 am and wrap up around 4 pm. Mostly they serve for breakfast , brunch and lunch !
A real hidden gem. If you are in Mahabalipuram, you must eat here. The ravioli and pizza were amazing. They made a vegetarian starters platter which was so tasty and unique! And the kulfi was to die for. It’s a zero waste cafe and a real farm to table experience. Don’t miss this place
Great place for a healthy and off beat breakfasts. They serve lunches as well. Meals are great . Monday and Tuesday’s are holidays and the place is closed for cleaning. Make reservation and go , esp if you are a large group….. opens at 0800 hrs ….
"Your diet is a bank account. Good food choices are a good investment".
Planning to visit Mahabalipuram plz do add the Idlers Farm as a must visit place for healthy food.
Around 8.5 km from the Shore temple is Idlers Farm shop and Cafe, Straight from the farm, cooked with love and served with care.
The vegetable platter is nothing less than a MasterChef creation. Don't forget the thali and the drinks, very refreshing.
The surrounding is beautiful, calm and quiet and the fresh air to beat the heat.
The food is light of the stomach to get you going to check the next touristy place but your mind may want you to hang on a little longer.
Don't forget to get a reservation as the food is cooked fresh.
Anne is a down to earth host and so is her staff.
Nice cosy place with good food. Great hospitality by Ms Ann and Team.
Best to call Ann and book not just tale but food as well one day in advance
A divine organic treat to body mind and soul. Felt Godlike having this food. Excellent reception and idle surroundings...
Wonderful hotel in a homely atmosphere amidst beautiful nature. Food was delicious. We tried bread, omlet and idiyappam. All were mouthwatering. Delicious food was served with love by the host. Wonderful experience
I have visited Idler's for both breakfast and lunch on various occasions with family and friends. This sincere and quaint farm restaurant/shop has quickly grown to be an all time favourite! The staff are incredibly hospitable and the farm view is simply fabulous. If you're looking for tasty, healthy, authentic and soul satisfying food, Idler's is your place!
Also, the reading corner, the creative flower arrangement on the tables and the hand painted purple dragonflies on the walls adds a warm homely touch to the entire experience that's Idler's.
A lovely cafe that serves food mostly grown in their farm. Everything is so healthy and tasty. Mainly it comes with a beautiful view of the farm lands in the area. They also have a lovely store that sells their farm products.
On our first visit we enjoyed several items on the menu...Farmers Platter, Thali, Milk Shakes. All were delicious and healthy and coming out of an open, hygenic kitchen...a very pure style of cooking. Loved the outdoor setting with tables on an elevated patio...could be enjoyed even in the rain. I took home some Millet Museli which is wonderful, sweetened with honey. It's a rural and peaceful setting just ~5 km outside of Mamallapuram on the TKM Road - well worth the short jaunt. I don't yet know the story behind this place but will hope to learn more on what's soon to be more visits. Plan on making this a regular stop.
If you are looking for an idyllic place to eat out with friends and family and away from the noisy city , then ' Idlers farm' is the place to go to. On the Chennai - Thirukazhakundram highway a few minutes away from the Football academy is Idlers Farm. Homegrown produce which are cooked to perfection by Ann and her team.
They also have an organic store for all varieties of rice, Millets, grains, oil, jam and spices. Worth every penny.
The ambience and the food are a delight to the eyes and the palate.
Such a nice and natural ambience with awesome food. Go experience and you will never forget. Pls do book in advance. Loved their policy of not wasting food, no excess cooking. Way to go.
Uniquely designed Organic Food. Locally grown in their Farms. Well cut vegetables. Tried appetizers, entrees and desserts. Scrumptious. Healthy.
Tried a few items as “Family get out” in a weekend. Would strongly recommend for folks who just want tasty, healthy food choices.
Downside : They don’t have AC or sit-outs in a room. Might be hot during summer.
I have been to Idlers cafe on my way back from Pondicherry. If you really want to enjoy neat and clean place right in the middle of green belt and would like to eat food made of organic veggies. This is the place for you. David is a fantastic host and have take care of us well. I also bought peanut butter from here which is really good.
This is an absolutely delightful Cafe...lovely ambience, super friendly & competent staff; wholesome and very tasty food...very reasonably priced...great experience
It's an wonderful place at nature's lap along with awesome organic breakfast, warm host and very much personalized service. Also have the option for lunch, and they are selling organic items too freshly made at their farms.Just loved the experience.
For a nice weekend afternoon small but homely place for fresh food right from farm
The ingredients used are straight from farm and are so delicious and different , then owners David his wife and son are so involved and friendly ! Must visit place !
Been here twice already for breakfast and lunch. The food has been wonderfully fresh and wholesome. I generally eat out a lot on my business travel so I’m very loathe about eating out in Chennai. Wife is very happy that I don’t protest when come here.
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