This popular and relaxed cafe with floor-cushion seating, up a lane off Chengam Rd, serves wonderful croissants, cakes, baguettes, pancakes, juices, coffees, teas, breakfasts and Indian meals with an extra-healthy twist. Omelettes are a good choice. It's run by a delightful team and there's an internet cafe downstairs.
Shanti Café
Tiruvannamalai
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