
Enjoy authentic pure vegetarian South Indian cuisine crafted with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Our traditional Madurai recipes bring genuine flavors to your special occasions.

Our expert chefs specialize in diverse vegetarian cuisines including South Indian, Chettinad, and North Indian dishes prepared on request. Every dish is crafted with attention to detail and authentic flavors.

Count on us for exceptional service and reliability, even for large gatherings. We follow strict food safety protocols and customize menus to suit your preferences with transparent pricing.
Eswaran's "The Nellai Catering" (since 1981) is the No. 1 vegetarian catering service in Madurai with the largest team of over 375 staff members. Driven by the philosophy that satisfied customers are our best asset, we bring a fresh perspective to catering services in Madurai, consistently exceeding expectations for weddings, corporate events and functions.
When you choose our catering services in Madurai, you benefit from our decades of experience and commitment to excellence. We carefully select the freshest ingredients, prepare authentic South Indian dishes, and ensure hygienic food service following all safety protocols.




Mr. M. Arumugam Pillai (Chettinad Nalabaga Vithagar) began serving customers with traditional catering services in Madurai in 1981. His passion for authentic South Indian cooking led him to establish a professional catering business in Madurai. Under his guidance, our team of skilled chefs has provided excellent vegetarian catering services throughout Madurai, maintaining strict quality and cleanliness standards for over four decades.
Mr. Eswaran, with over 28 years of experience in vegetarian catering and event management in Madurai, expanded this vision further. As the driving force behind The Nellai Catering Groups & Services, he takes personal pride in delivering world-class customer service and delicious vegetarian food for every event. Under his excellent leadership, Eswaran's "The Nellai Catering" has earned its reputation as Madurai's "Most Trusted Brand" and "#1 Vegetarian Catering Service".
Mr. E. Sathish Kumar, son of Mr. A. Eswaran and an architect by education, now leads our catering business as Managing Director. He's bringing modern innovations to our traditional vegetarian catering services in Madurai while maintaining the family's commitment to excellence and personal attention to every event we cater.
For over four decades, Eswaran The Nellai Catering has been the preferred choice for authentic South Indian vegetarian catering in Madurai. Our commitment to quality, tradition, and exceptional service has earned us the trust of families across generations.
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