by Urbanaut This cafe serves the best coffee in town - or that’s how they describe it :) Cute little spot in Jew Town that’s worth a quick stop for shopping and your caffeine fix.
by Urbanaut Attention, art lovers! If you’ve ever wished you could live in an art gallery, then you’ll find what you’re looking for at the Postcard Mandalay Hall. Opened in 2021, this is a luxury boutique hotel has five rooms—each of which exhibits an array of artwork from different artists. The building itself is a 200-year-old landmark that used to be a residence in the Jewish quarter. The hotel has a contemporary yet rustic feel in terms of design with some modern art mixed in. If you want to experience the past and present of Kochi in one place, this is it for you. Not to mention, the experimental restaurant, Aah, that is housed within this space and is known for quality ingredients and gourmet food.
by Urbanaut If you’re craving real biryani that makes you feel like you could eat a whole other plate, this is the place for you. Kayees’s famous mutton biryani is cooked in ghee, making the meat really melt in your mouth and the chicken fry is one of the best in the city. Though if we’re being honest, the lime pickle and date pickle accompaniments add a unique palette to the regular biryani flavours, making it stand out. The place itself has a simple ambience and is tucked away in a small corner. It is authentic to its core for its biryani and Kerala-style meat roasts. The only downside: they have no vegetarian options.
by Urbanaut It can be very hard for a non-beer drinker to find a good cocktail in Kochi. Hortus, in the Avenue Centre hotel, aims to solve this minor annoyance. With decadent cocktails inspired by the botanicals of the Malabar coast, every drink has a story to tell, and a flavour to remember. We love that Karl Fernandes, our favourite mixologist from Goa, is the brain behind these cocktail concoctions. Make a visit, won’t you?
by Urbanaut This is another Kochi local spot. The ambience has a minimalist vibe but the food truly speaks for itself. It has your classic Keralan dishes for when you’re craving a simple meal. Special shoutout to their appams and chicken stew! Both are perfect for an early and delicious start to your day. And if you’re lucky, you might spot some Malayalam cinema crowd while you’re at it!
by Urbanaut French Toast is a bakery with real heart. The chefs have trained at the Paris Cordon Bleu and the desserts are on par with Bombay and Delhi's finest.
by Urbanaut The undisputed cool kid of Kochi - Pepper House is run by the wonderful Tinky Mathew and is design house/boutique shop/gallery/events space and cafe all in one stunning courtyard location. A visit to Pepper House is a given during the Biennale - as it’s one of the main venues. But even outside festival times, it’s a hub of music, art and design.
by Urbanaut This small seafood eatery has a wide selection of local dishes as well as a few pasta options. It has a homely feel to it, right from the decor with pots, pans and little hanging lights and trinkets to the time it takes to prepare the food for a personlized touch. The fish curries come highly recommended (especially the mango fish curry!) and so do the appams.
by Urbanaut Right on the water, Seagull is an institution in Kochi and the perfect place to catch the sunset. It’s a local spot that’s extremely popular with tourists, so tables can be hard to get. But watching the ships pass with a cold beer and calamari is a fitting end to a long day of exploration.
by Urbanaut This gorgeous tiny cafe is attached to a lovely boutique homestay and serves absolutely delicious authentic Kerala cuisine. They also have a sweet little bar.
by Urbanaut A cute little cosmopolitan cafe, Qissa is a pet-friendly coffee shop with a gorgeous outdoor area under the shade of trees and a bright indoor cafe space. Their chocolate cake is well-known.
by Urbanaut Amazing desserts, coffee, hand made pasta and speciality breads - can we say how much we are loving the revival of Fort Kochi? Troubadour is a relative newcomer to the growing boutique cafe scene in Kochi and we’re here for it.
by Urbanaut A welcome and beautiful addition to Fort Kochi is Lila Art Cafe. An in-house art curator ensures their walls distract you from the beautiful courtyard area. They have regular music performances often featuring local talents performing in Malayalam. you can also find some local delicacies and authentic Kerala food here. In a word - visit.
by Urbanaut This is yet another cultural hub for tourists where gorgeous art meets delicious food. Kashi is an institution unto itself with a lovely ambience. The food is great for vegans, vegetarians and the health-conscious, people watching is at its best here and there’s always an excellently curated art exhibit when you enter and while you’re waiting for your table (which is inevitable).
by Urbanaut An extraordinary (and very expensive) hotel on the waterfront that is regal luxury at its best. The pier dining at the hotel is an equally unforgettable experience and the stunning pool along the frontage is the cherry on top. Stay here if money is no bar, or visit for a meal or sunset drinks if you can.
by Urbanaut Touted as the first boutique hotel to grace the charming Fort Kochi area, Malabar House is an iconic property. If your budget permits, staying here is an experience for old world charm and hospitality. But a visit to their restaurant for a poolside glass of wine and a meal will also suffice for those who’d like to curb their indulgences but still dabble a little bit.
by Urbanaut While this is a restaurant and bar, the real reason to visit is to watch the sunset. The spot is quiet, private and serves beer coupled with the best view in Kochi.
by Urbanaut This is a gorgeous property nestled in the seaside Fort Kochi area. The architecture has hints of Portugese, British and Dutch influence, and over 300 years of history. Keeping the comfort of guests in mind, they have restored their thirteen rooms to look charmingly ancient yet feel comfortably modern. The restaurant serves home-made bread and uses organically grown vegetables in their dishes. The food is great with first class service and a kind and courteous staff.
by Urbanaut This charming little boutique hotel in Fort Kochi is perfect for you to rest and rejuvenate after a lively day of sightseeing. The rooms are an excellent mix of modern and Dutch colonial style with a swimming pool and cozy lounge area. The restaurant menu serves fusion dishes ranging from some local favorites to Dutch classics. The best part: Its location, which is close to most attractions the city has to offer.
by Urbanaut This cafè inside the David Hall art gallery serves a two-in-one purpose of drawing you to the food and the art. They have global flavors, from Neapolitan-style pizzas and bagels to rice bowls and amazing tacos. And when it’s the season for some Mattanchère Spice Matured Plum Cake - who can say no to the signature dessert prepped for one whole year—just for you?! Experience the best of Kochi’s art and culture, all in this one place.
by Urbanaut The excellent French Toast outlet at Fort Kochi is a perfect stop for those exploring the best parts of Fort Kochi and Biennale visitors. Situated at the Cochin club with a lovely outdoor, shaded area - serving delicious food and bakery items, this should feature on your brunch or breakfast agenda.
by Urbanaut This restaurant has a gorgeous view of the backwaters through its open dining area, and incredibly delicious food to go with the ambience. If you’re looking for a place to spend a lovely evening with a group of friends or family, this is the go-to! The food is reasonably priced but heavier on the non-vegetarian side—though all the vegetarian food they do serve is of great quality and also worth it.
by Urbanaut (Not to be confused with Restaurant Rolexio, the hotel) This kerbside place is an underrated Kochi spot that serves incredible biryani. It’s a locals-certified joint that’s sure to tingle your tastebuds. If you’re looking for reasonably priced delectable food, make sure to check it out. Go for the old-school vibe and stay for the biryani, shawarma, chops… all of it really.
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