1999

Est. 1999 · Thousand Lights · Chennai

Coffee?

Since 1999

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Coffee?Since 1999
Est. 1999 · Thousand Lights · Chennai

Coffee?

since1999

One of Chennai's oldest coffee shops. Since 1999, a cozy escape in Thousand Lights where the entire place smells like coffee and every visit feels like coming home.

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4.4★Google Rating
1500+Reviews
25+Years Open
₹1,400For Two
Serving Chennai Since 1999·4.4 ★ on Google·1,500+ Reviews·Thousand Lights, Chennai·Open 8AM – 11:45PM·Best Churros in Chennai·Chennai's OG Hangout·Halal Certified·Outdoor & Indoor Seating·Zomato & Swiggy Delivery·Serving Chennai Since 1999·4.4 ★ on Google·1,500+ Reviews·Thousand Lights, Chennai·Open 8AM – 11:45PM·Best Churros in Chennai·Chennai's OG Hangout·Halal Certified·Outdoor & Indoor Seating·Zomato & Swiggy Delivery·Serving Chennai Since 1999·4.4 ★ on Google·1,500+ Reviews·Thousand Lights, Chennai·Open 8AM – 11:45PM·Best Churros in Chennai·Chennai's OG Hangout·Halal Certified·Outdoor & Indoor Seating·Zomato & Swiggy Delivery·
The Regulars' Picks

Signature Items

Full menu
Spanish Latte
Must Try

Spanish Latte

₹295

Espresso pulled over sweetened condensed milk. Rich, smooth, addictive.

Biscoff Latte

Biscoff Latte

₹310

Espresso blended with Lotus Biscoff spread. Caramelised, warm, and dreamy.

Malibu Latte

Malibu Latte

₹320

Our signature latte with a coconut-kissed tropical finish.

Belgian Hot Chocolate

Belgian Hot Chocolate

₹300

Rich Belgian dark chocolate made into a thick, warming indulgence.

Panko Crusted Paneer Fingers
Most Ordered

Panko Crusted Paneer Fingers

₹310

Crispy golden paneer in a crunchy panko crust, served with mint mayo.

Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Classic

Grilled Chicken Sandwich

₹395

Char-grilled chicken with basil pesto on house sourdough. Our most-loved sandwich.

Churros
Fan Favourite

Churros

₹320

Crispy cinnamon churros with Belgian dark chocolate and salted caramel dipping sauces. Chennai's best, full stop.

Lotus Biscoff Cheesecake

Lotus Biscoff Cheesecake

₹375

Cold no-bake cheesecake on a Biscoff biscuit base, topped with crunchy crumbs.

Tiramisu

Tiramisu

₹380

Classic Italian tiramisu with espresso-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cream.

The Space

Feel the
vibe.

Cozy indoor AC seating, breezy outdoor tables, and glass walls overlooking a live football turf next door. The whole place carries the scent of fresh coffee. Open from 8 AM every day.

Football turf view — our most unique feature
Warm cafe interior
Warm cafe interior
Latte art in a cup
Latte art in a cup
Cafe seating with sunlight
Cafe seating with sunlight
Coffee on wooden table
Coffee on wooden table
Coffee being poured
Coffee being poured
Cafe with warm light
Cafe with warm light
Barista preparing coffee
Barista preparing coffee
Friends at a cafe table
Friends at a cafe table
Coffee shop atmosphere
Coffee shop atmosphere
“The heart of the café beat in its kitchen and its people.”— A Regular, Google Reviews
Our Story

A quarter
century of
great coffee.

What started as a simple coffee shop in 1999 became Chennai's most beloved cafe. Not because we chased trends — but because we never stopped caring about the cup in front of you.

1999

Founded in Thousand Lights — Chennai gets its OG coffee shop.

2000s

Becomes the neighbourhood's favourite post-college hangout. Word spreads.

2010s

A loyal following of regulars. Same recipes. Same warmth. Expanded menu.

2021

Reimagined by cinematographer Nirav Shah — same soul, elevated experience.

Today

4.4★ · 1,500+ reviews · #114 of 5,751 coffeehouses in Chennai.

Find Us

Come visit.

Address

1, Pycrofts Garden Road, Subba Road Avenue
Thousand Lights, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600006

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Hours

Monday8:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Thursday8:00 AM – 11:45 PM
FridayToday8:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 11:45 PM
Sunday8:00 AM – 11:45 PM
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