A Contemporary Kerala Restaurant & Bar

Love Letter to the Toddy Shops

Chatti by Regi Mathew

The name Chatti refers to the traditional clay pot central to Kerala’s toddy shops and homes. This emblem of Kerala’s culinary heritage sets the stage for a dining experience that brings the bold flavors and rustic charm of toddy shop food – a micro-cuisine with a cult following, to the heart of New York City.

Community Dining

Toddy Shop Food Culture

Experience Kerala’s toddy shop heritage at Chatti, where bold flavors, traditional recipes, and a communal spirit blend to celebrate the vibrant essence of this Southern Indian regional cuisine.

Chatti by Regi Mathew

KERALA'S CULINARY VISIONARY CHEF

“As I continue to explore and expand the horizons of Kerala cuisine, my focus remains on preservation, innovation, education, and the global promotion of India’s diverse flavors. Every dish I create tells a story; every flavor evokes a memory, as I strive to bring the essence of Kerala to dining tables around the world.”

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Chatti’s food showcases authentic South Indian flavors with a toddy shop twist, featuring aromatic spices, fresh seafood, hearty vegetarian dishes, and iconic Kerala breads, creating a delightful blend of tradition and innovation.

Thank you for creating lasting memories with us.

Toddy Shop Inspired Small Plates

Touchings

Touchings are the Toddy Shop inspired version of small plates packed with bold flavors and perfectly portioned bites. Colloquially called touchings because they are meant to be eaten with your hands, these dishes are rooted in Kerala’s unique Toddy Shop dining culture, bringing the true essence of regional specialities to your plate.

From Kerala’s Shores to New York’s Heart

The Journey

In pursuit of preserving Kerala’s rich culinary traditions, Chef Regi embarked on an extensive research journey spanning over three years, visiting 70 toddy shops and 265 homes across the state. Learning from home cooks, toddy shop chefs, and culinary artisans, he meticulously documented over 800 recipes, uncovering untold culinary stories, unrecorded food traditions, and regional treasures. This deep-rooted research forms the very foundation of both Kappa Chakka Kandhari and Chatti.

Spacious Dining

AMBIANCE

TRADITIONAL FLAVORS, MODERN TWIST

Beverages

SIP, SAVOR , AND CELEBRATE

Chatti Awaits: Your Culinary Clock

Dining Hours: 5:00PM to 11: 00PM