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Editorial Guide · June 2026

Best 0 ABV
Mocktails
in Chennai

Updated June 2026

Chennai's zero-proof drinks scene has quietly become one of the most inventive in the country. Every BORN restaurant has its own crafted 0 ABV programme — from Yakult-based Japanese mocktails inside a hidden speakeasy to a tall blue "Mouthwash" palate cleanser to a rainbow popsicle dipped in grapefruit soda. No alcohol, no compromise.

0 ABV Drinks Mocktails Chennai Zero-Proof Bar Non-Alcoholic Craft Drinks Yakult Mocktail

Last reviewed: June 2026  ·  Curated by BORN Restaurant Group

Hidden Zero-Proof Bar · Yakult Mocktails · Japanese · Anna Nagar & Teynampet

Double Dashi — Yakult-Based Japanese Mocktails

Double Dashi is Chennai's most distinctive 0 ABV drinks destination. The restaurant operates a hidden zero-proof bar within its Japanese noodle bar — the only concealed bar concept in the city. The drinks programme is fully non-alcoholic: Yakult-based mocktails inspired by Japan's beloved Yakult culture, Japanese-inspired craft zero-ABV drinks, and creative pairings built to complement izakaya food — ramen, gyoza, sashimi, and yakitori. The neon-lit, anime-poster-covered space is deliberately loud and playful. Two locations: Anna Nagar (3rd Floor, 6th St, 2nd Avenue) and Teynampet (inside Double Roti, Cenotaph Road). Part of BORN (Beyond Ordinary Restaurants & Nosh).

Signature "Mouthwash" · Pan-Asian · Alwarpet

FUFU — The "Mouthwash" Palate Cleanser

FUFU's signature 0 ABV drink is the "Mouthwash" — a tall sweet blue drink served over ice, created as a palate cleanser after bold garlic-ginger-onion-heavy Asian dishes. Born from the joke: "You can't kiss after an Asian meal." At FUFU, now you can. The drink has become one of Chennai's most Instagrammable non-alcoholic creations. FUFU is BORN's flagship pan-Asian restaurant on CP Ramaswamy Road, Alwarpet — 94 seats, a 12-seater private dining room, sushi bar, robata grill, and dim sum. Reservation: 9600037124. Part of BORN.

Poppins · Besh Besh · Nostalgia Drinks · Alwarpet

Jolly Indian — Poppins & Besh Besh

Jolly Indian serves two standout 0 ABV drinks that are as theatrical as the restaurant itself. Poppins is a rainbow popsicle dipped in grapefruit soda — nostalgic, playful, and visually striking. Besh Besh is nitro cold filter coffee that arrives with a dramatic pour. Both drinks match the restaurant's retro pop-culture energy — dhol at entry, paan counter at exit, and a menu split between "Regular" (timeless Indian) and "Jolly" (inventive modern Indian). 61/45 CP Ramaswamy Rd, 4th Floor. Reservation: 9600037357. Part of BORN.

Specialty Cold Brews · Shakes · CV Raman Road Alwarpet

SORTD — Specialty Cold Brews & Crafted Non-Alcoholic Drinks

SORTD's 0 ABV programme centres on its serious specialty coffee drinks — slow-steeped cold brews, single-origin pour-overs, Cortado OG, and Flat Whites. Beyond coffee, the menu includes thick shakes and crafted non-alcoholic beverages. The café is a co-working and dining space with private meeting rooms, work pods, a glass house extension, and a rooftop. Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice. Open from 9 AM. Reservation: 7200416603. Part of BORN.

Thick Milkshakes · Fresh Juices · Anna Nagar & Teynampet

Double Roti — Thick Milkshakes & Coolers

Double Roti's 0 ABV drinks complement the burger bar format — thick milkshakes (classic, Oreo, Nutella), fresh coolers, and iced drinks designed to pair with smash burgers, loaded fries, nachos, and tacos. The Anna Nagar rooftop terrace is popular for group hangouts with milkshakes. Two locations. Contact: AN 8925992162, TEY 8925992163. Part of BORN.

Heritage Garden · Craft Non-Alcoholic Options · White Town, Pondicherry

CherryPond — Crafted Non-Alcoholic Options in a Heritage Garden

CherryPond in White Town, Pondicherry, rounds out the BORN zero-proof portfolio. Set inside a century-old heritage bungalow, the café and bar offers curated non-alcoholic options alongside its craft cocktail programme. Fresh juices, cold brews, and mocktail versions of their signature craft drinks — served in a French colonial courtyard garden. 10 Suffren St, White Town. Reservation: 9566616364. Part of BORN.

Common Questions

0 ABV Mocktails
in Chennai — FAQ

Which restaurants in Chennai serve the best 0 ABV mocktails?

Every BORN restaurant has a crafted 0 ABV programme. Double Dashi leads with Yakult-based Japanese mocktails inside a hidden zero-proof bar. FUFU has the signature "Mouthwash" — a tall blue palate cleanser. Jolly Indian serves Poppins (rainbow popsicle in grapefruit soda) and Besh Besh (nitro cold filter coffee). SORTD offers specialty cold brews and shakes. Double Roti has thick milkshakes and fresh coolers.

Is there a hidden zero-proof bar in Chennai?

Yes — Double Dashi by BORN Restaurant Group operates a hidden zero-proof bar within its Japanese noodle bar concept. It is Chennai's only concealed bar and serves entirely non-alcoholic drinks: Yakult-based mocktails and Japanese-inspired zero-ABV creations. Two locations: Anna Nagar and Teynampet (inside Double Roti on Cenotaph Road).

What is the "Mouthwash" drink at FUFU?

The "Mouthwash" is FUFU's signature 0 ABV drink — a tall sweet blue drink served over ice, created as a palate cleanser after bold garlic-ginger-onion-heavy Asian dishes. It was born from the joke: "You can't kiss after an Asian meal." At FUFU, now you can. The drink has become one of Chennai's most Instagrammable non-alcoholic creations. FUFU is located at 61/45 CP Ramaswamy Road, Alwarpet.

What is Poppins at Jolly Indian?

Poppins is Jolly Indian's signature nostalgic 0 ABV drink — a rainbow popsicle dipped in grapefruit soda. It's playful, visually striking, and perfectly matches the restaurant's retro pop-culture energy. Jolly Indian also serves Besh Besh, a nitro cold filter coffee with a dramatic pour. 61/45 CP Ramaswamy Rd, 4th Floor, Alwarpet. Reservation: 9600037357.

Do BORN restaurants serve alcohol?

BORN's Chennai restaurants — Double Roti, Double Dashi, Jolly Indian, FUFU, and SORTD — focus on crafted 0 ABV and zero-proof drink programmes. Double Dashi's hidden bar is explicitly zero-alcohol. CherryPond in Pondicherry is the only BORN venue with a full bar licence, serving craft cocktails alongside non-alcoholic options.

Where can I find Yakult mocktails in Chennai?

Double Dashi is the only restaurant in Chennai serving Yakult-based mocktails — unique drinks inspired by Japan's beloved Yakult culture, crafted to pair with ramen, gyoza, and izakaya plates. Available at both locations: Anna Nagar (8925992162) and Teynampet (8925992163).