The best restaurants South India

A place opened by Swedes (as its name suggests), and run by Nepalese... Fast and friendly service, quality cuisine, lounge atmosphere... Varied menu, with Mediterranean salads, Indian dishes, Nepalese momos, delicious sandwiches with home-made bread, excellent breakfasts, fresh fruit juices... Probably the only restaurant on the cliff that has been consistent in quality for years! That's all it took to make this place a must in Varkala. Mamma mia!

Malabar House is located in the heart of the historic center of Fort Kochi, 3 minutes walk from Chinese fishing nets. It is an establishment, certified Relais & Châteaux, which harmoniously combines traditional Indian art with modern design. You will feel at home, a small paradise in the middle of this vibrant and ancient port town. Each room is unique with its color, furniture and art objects. Swimming pool, air conditioning, cable TV, telephone, safe and wireless internet access are available. Three types of room: Luxury rooms, suites with roof terrace and duplex duplex suite. The hotel features a superb restaurant, Malabar Junction, known throughout India for its exceptional cuisine. La Malabar House also houses an unusual wine and tapas bar, the Divine.

This is the right address if you are looking for South Indian cuisine and snacks. At lunch time, it's crowded and you have to wait for a place. Shut up early in the evening.

We asked several people what the best Goanese restaurant in town was, and they all said the Ritz Classic. The authentic, spicy Goanese cuisine attracts every family in Panjim. Try the shark with ambotik sauce(mori ambotik), cafreal chicken, xacuti oysters or vindaloo squid... you won't be disappointed. But remember to specify "not spicy" if you don't want to end up in the emergency room with a burning palate! The Goanese cuisine is undoubtedly the most spicy in the country.

The entrance is small, but after a narrow corridor, you arrive in a large restaurant room with a modern design. This address is very popular with locals and western tourists. The menu is varied (excellent Kerala specialties, noodles, snacks, ice cream...). The dishes are tasty and generously served. However, make sure that the waiter understands your order, as the staff does not understand English well. The walls of the place are adorned with works of art by local artists. There is a smaller branch on Cullen Road.

This restaurant deserves to be in the luxury category for several reasons. First of all for the setting, which is probably the most romantic in Fort Kochi: you dine in the garden, in the shade of a giant mango tree, surrounded by beautiful lights. A traditional Indian music orchestra comes regularly to play at dinner time. For the cuisine offered, of course: Kerala cuisine, seafood, tandoor or Western cuisine. Finally, the establishment offers a very interesting Indian wine list.

The restaurant is located on the first floor of a charming house. The setting is pleasant with old photos and maps of Ooty on the wall. You can have your meal on the corridor or in one of the dining rooms. The products served here are organic and fresh and the recipes are delicious. On the menu are excellent pizzas, pastas, sandwiches and other sweet and savory snacks. All to be accompanied by a good honey tea. A store on the first floor sells spices and organic honey from the area, as well as some fashion items.

With its discreet exterior, this restaurant in Pali Naka, the trendy district of Bandra, is a little gem. It has a romantic atmosphere, a sober and wooded decor, with vintage photos on the walls and, above all, a delicious cuisine. Try the Kalonji Macchi (fish in a spicy sauce Mangalore style), the Butter Chicken (the authentic one) or the Tadka Dal (lentil dish)... The portions are generous and the service efficient. To top it all off, the Pali Bhavan also has a bar and sometimes offers concerts.

Hosted by Jiggs Kalra, the "Indian Kitchen Tsar", Masala Library is one of India's finest restaurants. Get ready to discover Indian cuisine in all its wealth, from street food to traditional dishes, every dish is revisited by the chef. Extremely modern, the establishment integrates the molecular gastronomy on the plates, which in addition to giving the most delicate visual, leads to a unique taste full of surprises. An indispensable place for lovers of taste.

A chic canteen that captures the atmosphere of 1970s Goanese restaurants with antiques scattered here and there and a menu to discover on a slate. Delicious fish and seafood specialties, but also thalis, classics of the local cuisine... Food lovers will particularly appreciate the chicken vindaloo, a very spicy dish with a subtle smoky taste, to be eaten with chapatis or pav, the goanese bread inherited from the Portuguese. Don't hesitate to try the local dessert, the Serradura, a sweet half cream, half ice cream.

This is the restaurant of the Fort House hotel, but you can access it independently. At the end of the tropical garden, it is on a long pontoon on the sea that you will be able to dine, between the lapping of the waves against the piles and the freshness of the breeze. Several Kerala specialties such as fish or shrimps with green mango (Fish Prawn Green Mango), but also pork vindaloo (Pork Vindaloo), very spicy, to be accompanied byappam (traditional pancake), but also soups (the amazing tomato and basil soup).

Chased away from Mullackal Road, this popular restaurant has retreated not far away, on the canal side, next to the YMCA. It serves very good thalis, called mealshere. You'll also find a great selection of local fish, both sea and lake. If you like spicy food, try the meen pollichattu, fish cooked in a banana leaf. The more delicate palates will appreciate the podimeen fry which is similar to our smelt fry. The place is frequented by locals, which is a guarantee of the quality of the cuisine.

A well known chain all over India for more than 50 years, and the place even seems to date back to that time! Good simple Indian food at low prices. The waiters wear fan-shaped hats and the walls are decorated with portraits of historical Congress leaders. They serve snacks and real meals. It's a popular spot among locals. Another open-air establishment is located on the waterfront next to the Raheem Residency. However, its opening hours depend on the season and the weather...

The Yogi is a place not to be missed in Mamallapuram. In a nice Buddhist inspired decor, you can taste salads, pasta, French chicken or beef dishes, sesame bread and cheese bought in Auroville, near Pondicherry. It is also possible to reserve lobsters or crabs in advance. The welcome is very warm, the quality unchanged over the years, despite the sad death of Muji, the co-creator of the place with Fabienne, a French woman who has been living in the village for a long time.

A large space with wooden tables, visible beams and cream walls. There is a certain charm from this establishment. It serves both tandooris and burgers, sizzlers… You can also try one of their cocktails, or accompany a bottle of wine. A relaxed atmosphere.

Hidden in a maze of alleys, this small Tibetan restaurant offers vegetarian or non-vegetarian ravioli, tingmo (steam-cooked Tibetan bread) or noodles. An interesting alternative!

With a pleasant atmosphere, a large terrace and beautiful views, it is a good choice to enjoy fish and seafood: you can specify the cooking method and the cooks are particularly inspired. You will also find the classics of Indian cuisine on the menu. It is also a good option for breakfast. The prices are very reasonable and in the evening you can even suggest your own music. The rooftop terrace has probably the most beautiful view on the beach of the whole cliff.

Family restaurant par excellence but not that Paradise is used according to the regulars, the best biryanis in the city. For example that for shrimps and chicken and try as a priority. Other Paradise is spread throughout the city of Hyderabad.

An address known by gourmets! This establishment opened since 1956, a few meters from Marine Drive, has been delighting lovers of good Indian cuisine for decades. Forget the Western dishes on the menu, and linger on the many Indian specialties. Try the Goan Fish Cur ry, Roast Lamb with mint sauce or the classic Murg Tikka Masala. The décor and service from another time are very pleasant.

A restaurant plebiscite by the premises and often rewarded by the specialized press for the quality of its cuisine. In a wooded and warm setting, the authentic Goanese gastronomy is served with specialties from all over the state. Fish and seafood are of course the honor and local traditional products like toddy (coconut alcohol) or sannas (small steam rolls).