They strive to provide an authentic Madras atmosphere with no real air conditioning and plenty of mosquitoes (presumably because the front door is open). The food is decent but nothing to write home about. Most South Indian restaurants serve a Masala Utthapam made with tomatoes, onions and green chilies. Madras Curry House makes theirs with potato Masala which makes the utthapam really soggy and heavy. It's a pass. The Podi Idli was decent and good to share. 4 idlis are a bit much for one person.