On NH-16 — Between Chennai & Nellore
Best Restaurant Between Chennai & Nellore on NH-16
Travelling Chennai to Nellore or Nellore to Chennai? Pull over at Manvitha Mana Oori Ruchulu in Gudur — 160 km from Chennai, 45 km from Nellore. Authentic Andhra food, farm-fresh ingredients, AC dining, and free parking right on NH-16.
Your Perfect Food Stop on NH-16
Whether you are heading north towards Nellore or south towards Chennai, Manvitha is the ideal place to break your journey.
From start
160 km from Chennai
To destination
45 km before Nellore
You have been driving for over 2 hours from Chennai. Gudur is the perfect point to stop, eat a proper Andhra meal, and arrive in Nellore refreshed.
Suggested: Pot Biryani or Andhra Thali — quick to serve, filling for the road ahead.
From start
45 km from Nellore
To destination
160 km before Chennai
Just 40 minutes out of Nellore, Gudur is the ideal first stop before the long stretch to Chennai. Eat well before the 160 km drive ahead.
Suggested: Gongura Mutton or Natukodi Chicken with rice — a hearty meal before the highway.
Landmark Guide — How to Find Us
Use these landmarks to spot us easily on NH-16 without needing to check your phone.
Between Sullurpeta (30 km south) and Kavali (35 km north) on NH-16
Directly on NH-16 at Gudur — visible from the highway, no U-turn needed
Look for the large parking area and Manvitha signboard on the left (Chennai-bound) or right (Nellore-bound)
Open 7 AM to 11 PM — whether you are an early morning traveller or a late-night driver
Why Travellers Stop at Manvitha on NH-16
Manvitha Mana Oori Ruchulu is the most trusted halfway restaurant between Chennai and Nellore — and the go-to food stop between Nellore and Chennai for the return journey. Here is why thousands of highway travellers choose us every month.
Right on NH-16 — No Detour
We are located directly on National Highway 16 at Gudur. No U-turns, no narrow lanes. Pull off the highway, park, eat, and get back on the road in minutes.
Free Parking for All Vehicles
Large free parking area for cars, SUVs, minivans, tourist buses, and trucks. Whether you are in a hatchback or a 40-seater coach, we have space for you.
AC Dining Hall — 100+ Seats
Escape the highway heat in our fully air-conditioned dining hall. Seats over 100 guests comfortably — ideal for families, tour groups, and corporate travellers.
Open Every Day 7 AM – 11 PM
Early morning breakfast to late-night dinner, 365 days a year including Sundays and public holidays. We are always open when you need a meal on the road.
Authentic Andhra Cuisine
Farm-fresh ingredients from our own 100-acre organic farm. Gongura mutton, pot biryani, natukodi chicken, vanjaram fish fry, Andhra thali — real home-style cooking.
Pure Veg Options Available
Dedicated pure veg menu with Andhra thali, dal fry, paneer dishes, and fresh vegetable curries. Every family member is taken care of.
How Far Are You From Manvitha?
At 160 km from Chennai and 45 km from Nellore, Manvitha is the ideal food stop between Chennai and Nellore on NH-16. Whether you are northbound or southbound, Gudur is the natural midpoint to break your journey.
45 km
Nellore
South on NH-16
~40 min
90 km
Tirupati
South-West via NH-716
~1.5 hrs
160 km
Chennai
South on NH-16
~2.5 hrs
80 km
Ongole
North on NH-16
~1 hr
200 km
Vijayawada
North on NH-16
~2.5 hrs
30 km
Sullurpeta
South on NH-16
~25 min
35 km
Kavali
North on NH-16
~30 min
25 km
Venkatagiri
West
~25 min
Most-Ordered Dishes by Highway Travellers
These are the dishes our highway guests order most — quick to serve, deeply satisfying, and authentically Andhra.
Pot Biryani
Most PopularSlow-cooked in a sealed clay pot with farm-fresh spices. Our most-ordered dish by highway travellers.
Natukodi Chicken Curry
Chef's SpecialFree-range country chicken slow-cooked in Andhra masala. Rich, spicy, and unforgettable.
Gongura Mutton
Signature DishTender mutton cooked with tangy sorrel leaves — a signature Andhra dish you cannot find everywhere.
Vanjaram Fish Fry
Seafood FavouriteFresh seer fish marinated in Andhra spices and pan-fried to perfection. Coastal Andhra at its best.
Andhra Thali
Best ValueA complete meal — rice, dal, sambar, rasam, 3 curries, papad, pickle, and dessert. Great value for highway travellers.
Prawn Masala Curry
Seafood SpecialJuicy prawns in a fiery Andhra masala gravy. Pairs perfectly with steamed rice or roti.
How to Find Us on NH-16
Address
National Highway 16, Nakkalakalva Khandrika, Gudur, Andhra Pradesh 524410
Directly on NH-16 between Sullurpeta and Kavali, near Gudur town
Phone
099082 52171Hours
Open daily 7 AM – 11 PM
Highway Travellers — Common Questions
Ready to Stop? We Are Open Now.
Pull off NH-16 at Gudur and experience the best Andhra food on the highway. Free parking, AC dining, open 7 AM – 11 PM.