Seasonal Tastes is the all-day dining restaurant of The Westin Chennai Velachery, located at 154 Velachery Main Road, TN Police Housing Colony, Velachery, Chennai 600042. It runs from early breakfast to late dinner and serves Pan-Indian, Asian and continental food, with buffet spreads at most meals. Hotel guests, IT-corridor business travelers and local families come for the breakfast buffet, the weekend Sunday brunch and an à la carte menu that ranges from tandoori and curries to pizzas and burgers.
What to Expect at Seasonal Tastes
The kitchen is led by Executive Chef Biju Philiph, who oversees all of the hotel’s dining venues. These include MKC-Madras Kitchen Company, Sunset Grill and Willows, as well as the Marriott Bonvoy on Wheels home-delivery program. Breakfast runs on a buffet plus a specials menu. One example is Two Farmed Eggs Your Style, made with cage-free eggs and priced at ₹550. You can order them Indian masala, sunny side, poached or scrambled, served with sausage, hash brown, sautéed beans and grilled tomatoes.
The “Eat Well” and all-day menus move between South Indian staples, North Indian curries and tandoori, and international comfort dishes. A separate dessert menu showcases pastries and sweets made by the hotel’s pastry chefs. The dining room is relaxed and contemporary, typical of a hotel restaurant, and private dining can be arranged for groups.
- Breakfast Buffet: Idli, dosa and continental stations, served from 6:30AM.
- Sunday Brunch: An extended spread from 12:30PM to 3:30PM.
- Egg Specials: Cage-free eggs cooked to order, from ₹550.
- Dessert Menu: Pastries made by the in-house pastry team.
- Private Dining: Set-ups for celebrations and corporate groups.
Seasonal Tastes at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 154 Velachery Main Rd, Velachery, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600042 |
| Neighborhood / Area | Velachery, South Chennai |
| Operating Hours | Breakfast 6:30–10AM on weekdays and 6:30–10:30AM on weekends; Lunch 12:30–3PM; Dinner 7–10PM; Sunday Brunch 12:30–3:30PM |
| Admission / Price Range | $$$; breakfast egg dishes from ₹550 |
| Recommended Visit Duration | 1 to 2 hours |
| Nearest Transit / Parking | Velachery MRTS station is about 2 km away; the hotel has on-site parking |
| Official Website & Phone | seasonaltasteschennai.com; reservations +91 89398 92056 |
Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings
Book ahead for Sunday brunch and Friday or Saturday dinner, when families fill the room. You can reserve through the official website or by calling +91 89398 92056. Weekday breakfast is busiest from 8 to 9AM with business guests, so arrive close to 7AM for a quieter meal. Smart-casual dress is appropriate. Cards and UPI are widely accepted.
The restaurant is on a step-free hotel level, reached through the lobby and lifts, so it works for wheelchairs and strollers. Valet and covered parking are available. Phoenix Marketcity and Palladium are about a 10-minute walk along Velachery Main Road. Velachery Lake and Guindy National Park are a short drive away.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours at Seasonal Tastes?
Breakfast starts at 6:30AM daily, lunch runs from 12:30 to 3PM and dinner from 7 to 10PM. Sunday brunch runs from 12:30 to 3:30PM. Early breakfast is the calmest time to visit.
Do I need a reservation?
Walk-ins are usually fine on weekdays. Reservations are recommended for Sunday brunch and weekend dinners.
How long should I plan to stay?
Allow about an hour for breakfast and up to two hours for brunch or a buffet dinner.
Is it family friendly?
Yes. The buffet variety suits children, and the step-free access within the hotel makes it easy to visit with strollers. Vegetarian options are plentiful.
Travelers exploring Chennai often pair this stop with nearby highlights including Eating Circles (6.0 km away).
