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.

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