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Villa Helena Heritage Guest House & Restaurant

by Mansi Reddy Quaint boutique hotel in a French style heritage building in White Town. The sprawling verandas are great for a coffee or an evening drink and dinner.

Solitude Farm of Auroville

by Mansi Reddy Permaculture farm with a farm-to-table restaurant.

Palais de Mahe - CGH Earth Hotel, Pondicherry

by Mirasha Palais de Mahe is a stunning hotel with a dramatic courtyard pool, period furniture and a location close to the sea side. Try Earth Cafe - a café by the pool with quick bites and drinks, or Cocktail Lounge - the only real lounge in Pondicherry, on the terrace of the hotel.

by Mirasha Go to garden café with healthy, Mediterranean food in the heart of Auroville. This restaurant has a dedicated play area for children and is perfect for family outings!

Marc's Café Store

by Urbanaut Marc’s Café is a wonderland for coffee lovers who find themselves in Auroville. It’s run by a team of passionate roasters and coffee-makers, helmed by expert brewer Marc Tormo from Barcelona. The quaint café is a great place to get an afternoon pick-me-up in a friendly atmosphere.

by Mirasha Lovely little restaurant owned and run by an Indo-Italian couple. Tuscan chef, Leo, is an expert in Italian and pan-Asian cuisine. He attended a prestigious culinary school in Florence. Their specials menu is modified every week to accommodate fresh, local produce. Excellent desserts, especially the Tiramisu!

Bread & Chocolate

by Mansi Reddy Fresh and delicious pastries, breakfast, lunch and dessert - vegan and vegetarian friendly and pet-friendly too!

Sakura Sushi Auroville

by Mansi Reddy Tiny restaurant with fresh and light Japanese food. Many varieties of sushi, spring rolls, ramen and rice bowls but limited non-vegetarian options.

by Mansi Reddy Rooftop bar in White Town with views of the ocean.

Theevu Plage Beach Resort

by Mansi Reddy Fresh and delicious sea food on the beach!

by Mansi Reddy Pasta and pizza by Antonello! The pasta is all hand-made and organic, they also bake ciabatta bread and make fresh ravioli. Pizza is available on Wednesday and Saturdays or by order.

Coromandel Cafe

by Mansi Reddy Beautiful restaurant in a heritage building in White Town. Great for an evening cocktail. They also allow pets.

Maison Perumal Hotel & Restaurant – CGH Earth

by Mansi Reddy Delicious Franco-Tamil food in a beautiful heritage building.

Nowana 너와나

by Mirasha Authentic Korean restaurant with vegan, vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. They are so busy on weekends that you may not even find all the dishes as they sell out very quickly! This is truly a testament to how good their meals are.

by Mirasha Lesser known sister restaurant of Villa Shanthi. Great for fusion and continental food.

THE SPOT, Pondicherry

by Urbanaut A gorgeous historical mansion is converted to a space to eat, drink, shop, work and more. They host regular live concerts and their location is fantastic - right on the sea facing promenade. Burgers, pizzas, great cheese, ice-creams - all served in a relaxed setting. Worth a visit.

Tanto Far Beach-Retreat

by Mansi Reddy A short drive north for a pool side pizza and a walk on the beach.

Crêpe In Touch

by Mansi Reddy Authentic Brittany style crepes in Heritage Town.

Smack-a-Licious

by Mirasha Lovely little bakery owned by a fun mum and entrepreneur. They take custom orders for weddings, birthdays, and special occasions.

by Urbanaut Nestled in Auroville is this cafe serving food for the soul and a calm air. Tuck into healthy bowls, Turkish eggs and more in this lovely little space

by Urbanaut An aesthetically pleasing, moody coffee roastery with a chalkboard menu and seasonal specials.

BREAD & CHOCOLATE PONDICHERRY

by Urbanaut We do wish the good people at Bread & Chocolate would open up in more places around the country - but our loss is Pondicherry’s gain. Their PY space in the heart of White Town is airy, charming and serves up all the incredible bakes and brews you’re used to - you just don’t need to go to Auroville for it. While away your afternoon at the BnC Pondy and thank us later.