5 Best Spots In Chennai For Thick, Creamy & Sweet Lassi To Cool Down In Summer

Bombay Lassi has been the best place to get Lassi in the city for more than 50 years. Their special lassi which costs 75 rupees is known for its amazing thickness and satisfying flavour and is a popular one on the list. The shop's food options are excellent even with its complicated token system and lack of seating. On their menu, you can find a delicious range of freshly made snacks like samosas and kachoris as well as an assortment of sweets like basundis and jalebis. Their fiery chaat dishes go well with the expertly blended and served chilled lassi which has a wonderful creamy consistency.

The delicious and creamy Malai Lassi at Jam Bazar Lassi Shop is a refreshing treat that will satisfy your palate. Situated in a bustling location, this place has got Chennaiites obsessing over this sweet beverage, especially during the late hours. Though some say it's quite sugary, the lassi itself is praised for being creamy and delicious. Its unique feature is the quantity and quality of the malai which sets it apart from other lassi shops. Though it is popular in the sweltering summer months you will love it during the winter too.

Claiming to have the best lassi in the city this cart is run by a former wrestler. Their saffron-infused thick curd lassi served with dry malai on top sounds tempting right? The 400ml serving size is the standard but if you have a large appetite then you can choose the 850ml option. Anmol Lassi is a must-visit location for people visiting Mint Street even though some claim the 90 rupee price tag for 400mls is unjustified. Renowned for his background in wrestling, the owner Dinesh Soni is well-known in the community and the area. If you're with someone who isn’t a big fan of lassi, Anmol Lassi also offers a delicious buttermilk option which costs roughly INR 80 in addition to their famous kesar lassi. 

This traditional Indian beverage is delightfully offered by the franchise making it stand out as a haven for lassi enthusiasts. Their skill in crafting flavorful and invigorating lassis is well-known and they are unmatched in this regard. Undoubtedly the star attraction is their lassi menu. With the ideal ratio of sweetness to creaminess it comes in a range of flavours such as fruit, saffron and dry fruit lassi. There is also a selection of traditional favourites like mango and sweet banana lassi. The staff is accommodating and will personalize each cup to your tastes. With reasonable costs, generous servings and an enticing selection of treats that go beyond lassis The Lassi Shop provides excellent value.

This Besant Nagar beachside eatery provides a good assortment of North Indian sweets, chaats and lassi. However, because of the location prices are usually a tad bit higher. Despite this, their signature lassi is noteworthy especially the Rabdi Lassi which is praised for having the best taste and quality in Besant Nagar. Note that the standards of hygiene are mediocre which might be a turnoff for certain customers. They do however receive a lot of praise for their fresh malai and thick lassi.