Food of Kochi

Kochi's cuisine, though has little that stands out, manages to foster the primary elements of a typical Keralan cuisine, and does so in the most splendid way possible. Essentials such as Appam and Stew and delicacies such as Fish Molly, Fish Peera and more are found here.
Some of the dishes that one must try in Kochi are Thoran, Banana Chips, Kaalan, Paachadi and Pootu, which is made from bananas and rice flour. Also, seafood is widespread and exquisite, like in most areas of the state.

Here are the top 27 restaurants in Kochi:

1. Fort House Restaurant

2/6A, Calvathy Road, Fort Kochi, Kochi 
Seafood, Kerala
7:30 AM to 10:30 PM (Mon-Sun)
1000

Situated beside the waterfront in Fort Kochi, Fort House Restaurant is an open roof restaurant providing scenic views of the beach. The family-run restaurant is known for seafood and Kerala dishes.

2. Fusion Bay

KB Jacob Road, Near Santa Cruz Basilica Church, Fort Kochi, Kochi 
Seafood, South Indian, Kerala
12 Noon to 10 PM (Mon-Sun)
600

Fusion Bay is a home-style restaurant with cosy ambience in Kochi serving a variety of Seafood, Kerala food and other South Indian Cuisines. Famous food here are Seafood, Coconut rice, Pumpkin Soup, and Crab Toast.

3. Dal Roti

1/293 Lilly Street, Fort Kochi, Kochi682001, India 
North-Indian
12 Noon to 3:15 PM, 6:30 PM to 10 PM
INR 600

4. Chillies

This Andhra-style restaurant offers authentic meals, biryanis, fish fry and roast chicken. Known for quick service time and reasonable prices, Chillies is a favourite for Andhra cuisine in Kochi.

5. Oceanos

Elphinstone Residency, Beach Road, Fort Kochi, Kochi 
Italian, Kerala, Continental
1:30 PM to 10:30 PM (Mon-Sun)
1000

6. Kashi Art Cafe

Burgher Street, Fort Kochi, Kochi 
European, Cafe
8:30 AM to 10 PM (Mon-Sun)
600

7. Frys Village Restaurant

Veekshanam Road, Chittoor Road, Kochi, India 
Kerala
12 Noon to 3:30 PM, 7 PM to 10 PM
INR 400

8. Malabar Junction

Malabar Junction is the poolside restaurant serving Indian, Italian, and European Cuisines. Open from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The place is famous for its delicious seafood and authentic Kerala dishes.

9. Grand Pavilion

Home for classic Kerala meals, Grand Pavilion, is an upscale restaurant in Kochi with the great ambience, modern decor, and friendly staff. The average cost to dine at this place is around INR 1000 for two people.

10. Qissa Cafe

Number 18, KB Jacob Road, Fort Kochi, Kochi 
Cafe
8:30 AM to 9:30 PM (Mon-Sun)
300

Small Beautiful Qissa Cafe with stylish decors and wooden seatings has the best live band music during the weekends. This quaint restaurant offers a variety of cuisines, freshly baked cakes, and mocktails.

11. Malabar Grills

Malabar Grills is a casual dining choice in Kochi with Indoor and outdoor seating options. The veg-friendly restaurant is home for the delicious Indian, Arabic, and Asian Cuisines. The average price range for two people here is INR 200 to INR 1000.

12. Teapot

Peter Celli Street, Fort Kochi, Kochi 
Cafe
8:30 AM to 9:30 PM (Mon-Sun)
300

True to its name, the simple and classy Teapot Restaurant is themed with different types of tea decors. The classy, home-styled restaurant has Masala Tea, Chicken Sandwich, Waffles and other western food.

13. Pepper House

Pepper House is a colonial-style restaurant with Open kitchen, outdoor seating, and serene ambience. Serving European and Fast food, the cafe/restaurant is famous for Sandwich, Hot Chocolate, Coffee, and Pasta.

14. Mocha Art Cafe

6/127, Opposite Jew Synagogue, Mattancherry, Kochi 
Cafe, Continental, Pizza, Burger, Desserts
9:30 AM to 9 PM
700

Mocha art cafe is a Dutch-style restaurant with environmental-friendly decor. Housing most beautiful artworks and serving various flavours of multi-cuisine dishes is the locals favourite hangout spot.

15. Drawing Room

The Drawing room situated in Kochi is a quaint restaurant with soothing garden spacing and a friendly environment. Known for the Authentic Kerala food, the place has many types of seafood, desserts and pastries.

16. Bench

This restocafe run by a chef from New Zealand offers a specially curated Italian and Continental menu. Known for its outdoorsy interiors, the plants and woodwork nurture a tranquil ambience.

17. Cocoa Tree

1st Floor, Above ICICI Bank, Next to Avenue Centre, Panampilly Nagar, Kochi 
Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean, Desserts, Cafe
11 AM to 11 PM, 12 Midnight to 1 AM
1000

Best known for its desserts and sandwiches, this cafe whips up the most exquisite brunch delights. For lunch, one can indulge in Italian, Mediterranean or Seafood mains.

18. Fishmongers

There's no place like Kochi's Tower Road if you'd like to have fresh fish cooked for you in local flavours. Outdoor restaurants here are happy to cook fresh fish, prawns, lobster or scampi purchased from fishmongers on the footpath.

19. Loafers Corner

With its famous Chocolate Cake, Chicken Sandwich and Mango Milkshake, this cafe is a local favourite with a vintage twist. The cafe's rustic windows sprinkle nostalgia onto open views of the bustling city.

20. Barbeque Nation

6th Floor, Imperial Trade Centre, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Kacheripady, Kochi 
European, North Indian, Mediterranean, American
12noon ? 3:30pm, 7pm ? 10:30pm (Mon-Sun)
1200

21. Cafe Crafters

This rooftop restaurant near the Jewish Synagogue offers a quaint getaway in the heart of the city. Known for its Club Sandwich, this cafe serves a variety of snacks and fast food options.

22. Upstairs Italian

To relish authentic Italian food in Kochi, you have to climb up a few stairs! From bruschetta, gnocchi, wood-oven pizzas with cured Italian meats to profiteroles, they offer the entire array of Italian delights to be enjoyed with live music.

23. Café Jew Town

After a walk through Jew Town, this cafe is a must-visit. With warm chandeliers and spacious seating, this European Fusion cafe offers a special menu that brings out a smile. An in-house store offers a fine collection of clothes, books, music CDs and other antiques for sale.

24. Ginger House

Heritage Arts, Jew Town Road, Mattancherry, Kochi, India 
Kerala
8 AM to 8 PM
INR 1000

25. Subhiksha

Bharat Hotel,Gandhi Square, Durbar Hall Road, Marine Drive, Kochi, India 
South-Indian, North-Indian, Chinese
10 AM to 3:30 PM, 7 PM to 11 PM
INR 300

26. Kayees Ramathula Hotel

Home to legendary chicken, mutton and seafood biryani, this Hotel Restaurant is a local favourite. This simple restaurant also offers lunch and dinner meals, acquiring a reputation for an excellent no-fuss local experience.

27. Sri Krishna Cafe

This award-winning local favourite is a go-to for dosas and vegetarian meals. Delicious, hygienic and homely, this all-day restaurant is inexpensive yet famous.

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