Nagarjuna Chimney, Andhra restaurant in Jayanagar, India.
Nagarjuna Chimney is a restaurant in the Jayanagar neighborhood of Bangalore that focuses on food from the Andhra region of South India. It is part of a chain known for using spices sourced directly from the region where these dishes originate.
The chain behind this restaurant started in 1984 with the goal of bringing traditional Andhra cooking to Bangalore. The Jayanagar location opened in 2000 as the chain continued to grow across the city.
Nagarjuna Chimney is part of a well-known chain that has become a reference point for Andhra food in Bangalore. Diners often notice the bold use of red chili and tamarind, which are central to the cooking style of the Andhra region.
The restaurant offers both table service and takeaway, making it a good option for different situations. Visiting outside the typical lunch and dinner rush tends to make the experience more comfortable.
The restaurant is known for its fish dishes, which use marinades made with regional ingredients that are hard to find outside the Andhra area. These ingredients are brought in specifically from the home region to keep the flavor of the original recipes intact.
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