Nando’s has officially arrived in Chennai, opening its first Casa—the term it uses for its restaurants, meaning “home” in Portuguese—at Phoenix Marketcity Mall.
The popular South African brand is now bringing its signature bold flavors to the city, following its successful presence in Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and other locations, according to an official statement.
“Chennai has a deep-rooted love for bold, authentic flavours—and we couldn’t think of a better city for our next Casa. The city’s rich culinary heritage, its appreciation for spice, and its sense of community align perfectly with everything Nando’s stands for. Our flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken is here to add a new kind of spice & flavour to Chennai’s culinary scene. And this is just the beginning—Chennai is a key part of our growth story in India,” said Sameer Bhasin, CEO of Nando’s India.
Nando’s is set to continue its Chennai expansion with a second outlet opening soon at Express Avenue Mall, further extending its reach and delivering its distinctive flavors to even more food enthusiasts in the city, the release noted.
The brand is rapidly growing across India, now serving its famous flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken in 16 Casas across 7 major cities, and is on course to launch 12 additional restaurants within the year as part of its aggressive growth strategy.
With the opening of its first outlet at Phoenix Marketcity and a second on the way at Express Avenue Mall, Nando’s marks an exciting new chapter in Chennai, bringing its globally loved PERi-PERi flavors to the city’s vibrant food scene. As the brand continues its rapid expansion across India—now with 16 Casas in 7 major cities and 12 more in the pipeline—Nando’s is well on its way to becoming a household name for flame-grilled chicken lovers nationwide.
