Hyderabadi · Chettinad · South Indian · Indo-Chinese
Rani Chettinad serves Waterloo's university district with a broad Indian menu and a special focus on Hyderabadi biryani and South Indian comfort food. Dosas, idli, kothu roti, Chettinad curries, tandoori, North Indian and Indo-Chinese favourites for students, families and groups.
From slow-cooked Hyderabadi chicken dum biryani and Rani Special Chicken Chettinad to dosas, kothu roti and garlic naan, our signature dishes bring regional Indian comfort food to Waterloo's university district.
Bone-in chicken and long-grain basmati rice slow-cooked on dum with fresh herbs and whole spices.
Bone-in chicken curry prepared with peppery Karaikudi masala and herbs, the house Chettinad signature.
Chopped flatbread tossed on the griddle with chicken, egg and South Indian spices. A late-night favourite.
South Indian crepes ranging from the classic masala dosa to the spicy ghee karam dosa, served with sambar and chutneys.
Creamy North Indian chicken curry in a rich tomato and butter gravy, served with rice or Indian bread.
Soft tandoor-baked naan brushed with butter and topped with fresh garlic. The perfect partner for any curry.
Rani Chettinad – The Indian Kitchen on University Ave W is Waterloo's destination for authentic Hyderabadi and South Indian food. Part of the Raja Chettinad family of restaurants, our kitchen brings Hyderabadi specialties together with Chettinad curries, South Indian tiffin dishes, tandoor favourites and Indo-Chinese selections, freshly prepared for dine-in, takeout and delivery.
Our Hyderabadi Chicken Dum Biryani is slow-cooked on dum, and our Rani Special Chicken Chettinad is made with peppery Karaikudi masala. Round out your meal with Chicken Kothu Roti, Dosa Varieties, Butter Chicken and tandoor-baked Garlic Naan. With generous portions and student-friendly choices, we welcome guests from Northdale, Beechwood, Uptown Waterloo and the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier campuses.
View Full MenuHave questions about our Hyderabadi biryani, South Indian menu or our University Ave location? We're here to help!
Order pickup or delivery online through our official ordering link, or call us at (548) 889-3494:
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Our Waterloo restaurant serves Northdale, Beechwood, Uptown Waterloo, Sunnydale, Glenridge, Lincoln Heights, Maple Hills, Mary Allen, Westmount, Mount Hope, Keatsway, Lakeshore, University Downs, Westvale and Columbia Forest, plus Laurelwood, Bridgeport and Vista Hills. Order online for pickup or delivery, or visit us for dine-in.
Yes! We welcome catering inquiries for family gatherings, office events and celebrations, from biryanis and curries to full South Indian and Chettinad spreads. Call us at (548) 889-3494 to discuss your event.
Absolutely! Rani Chettinad Waterloo offers a wide vegetarian selection, including dosas, idli, vegetable curries, paneer dishes and vegetarian Indo-Chinese options, alongside non-vegetarian favourites such as Hyderabadi biryani, Chettinad chicken and kothu roti.
Our most popular dishes at Rani Chettinad Waterloo include:
Thursday–Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM (midnight). We are closed on Wednesdays. Stop by for lunch between classes, a family dinner or a late-evening biryani near the University of Waterloo.
Rani Chettinad Waterloo is located at 170 University Ave W #19, Waterloo, ON N2L 3E9. Our family of restaurants has four locations across Ontario:
Yes! We offer a welcoming, family-friendly dine-in experience as well as takeout, pickup, delivery and online ordering. Enjoy your meal in our Waterloo restaurant or take it to go.
Yes. Rani Chettinad is located at 170 University Ave W in Waterloo's university district, close to the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University. It is a popular student-friendly Indian restaurant for dine-in, takeout and group meals, open until midnight every day except Wednesday.
Yes, our team is happy to accommodate dietary restrictions and food allergies. Please inform our staff about any allergies while placing your order, and we will take appropriate precautions in preparing your meal.
Find us at 170 University Ave W in Waterloo's university district. Our restaurant welcomes students, families and groups for Hyderabadi biryani and authentic South Indian food.
170 University Ave W #19
Waterloo, ON N2L 3E9
Thu–Tue: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday: Closed
Dine-In, Takeout, Delivery, Online Ordering, Catering