Food in Kochi

Street food and local eats in Kochi

Arya Bhavan
A busy pure vegetarian restaurant near Ernakulam South railway station, known for fresh dosas, idlis, and quick Kerala style meals at honest prices.
Bharat Hotel
Ernakulam pure-veg landmark since 1964 (BTH), known for Kerala sadya, South Indian meals, and filter coffee.
Dhe Puttu
A themed restaurant in Edappally built entirely around puttu, serving dozens of sweet and savory variations alongside a full Kerala meal menu.
Elite Hotel
Old Princess Street Fort Kochi hangout for coffee, bakery puffs, and simple meals with locals and travelers.
Fusion Bay
Fort Kochi Syrian Christian kitchen known for appam with stew, meen pollichathu, and seafood roasts.
Grand Pavilion
MG Road institution at Grand Hotel since 1963, famous for Kerala seafood and Alleppey fish curry.
Hotel Saravana Bhavan
A branch of the well known Chennai based vegetarian chain, located near Broadway and Marine Drive, popular for filling South Indian meals and quick breakfast items at fair prices.
Kashi Art Cafe
Fort Kochi art cafe since 1997 on Burgher Street, known for breakfast, cakes, coffee, and a gallery courtyard.
Kayees Rahmathulla Cafe
A legendary Mattancherry biryani institution running since 1948, famous for its rich, spice laden mutton and chicken biryani that draws visitors from across Kerala.
Oceanos
Fort Kochi seafood restaurant where diners pick fresh catch for Kerala and coastal plates, including fish pollichathu.