The humble Sree Mohan Bhojanalay is iconic in more ways than one. The establishment has been treating the Temple Town of Madurai to authentic Rajasthani food for nearly half a century, and boasts of an interesting history and an enticing menu.

In the Tamil heartland of Madurai, ‘roti’ is still a rarity compared to the ‘sappadu,’ which involves a seemingly endless supply of rice, vegetables and curries. However, way back in 1968, a lone man from interior Rajasthan set up one of the first restaurants serving North Indian food in the small town. Sree Mohan Bhojanalay, which began as a tea stall selling kachoris and samosas, is today a favourite with the city for its authentic Rajasthani thali. The joint also specialises in Jain food, catering to the handful of residents and pilgrims who come in from above the Vindhyas.

Tucked inside a narrow lane, the restaurant is next to the west tower of the Meenakshi Temple, and retains an old-world charm, with Madras ceilings (high ceilings with wooden beams) and sombre interiors. .....Read more

Source web page:The Hindu