Explore the Flavours of Kerala & South India
Explore the flavours of Kerala and South India. Our menu includes starters, dosas, seafood, meat and poultry dishes, vegetarian and vegan choices, rice dishes, breads, desserts and drinks.
Dietary and Allergen Notice
Please tell a member of our team about any allergy or dietary requirement before ordering. Our dishes are prepared in a kitchen where allergens are handled, and cross-contact may occur. Please ask for our current allergen information.
KERALA TEA SHOP SNACKS
Authentic Street Appetizer AssortmentA light, crispy and spiced assortment inspired by the traditional tea shops of Kerala, served with homemade pickles and chutneys. Includes Pappadoms, Murukku, Pappadavada, Banana Chips, and Chef's Accompaniments.
Kerala Tea Shop Snacks
A light, crispy and spiced assortment (Pappadoms, Murukku, Pappadavada, Banana Chips & Pickles) inspired by Kerala tea shops.
COCHIN THALI
Traditional Multi-Dish Feast PlatterA selection of South Indian dishes served in small bowls, accompanied by rice and bread and finished with dessert.
Non-Veg Thali
A selection of South Indian non-veg dishes served in small bowls, accompanied by rice, bread and dessert.
Seafood Thali
A selection of South Indian seafood dishes served in small bowls, accompanied by rice, bread and dessert.
Veg Thali
A selection of South Indian vegetarian dishes served in small bowls, accompanied by rice, bread and dessert.
Vegan Gluten-Free Thali
A selection of South Indian vegan and gluten-free dishes served in small bowls, accompanied by rice, bread and dessert.
VEGETARIAN STARTERS
Crisp Fritters, Soups & Spiced PaneerFragrant and crunchy South Indian vegetarian appetizers, freshly prepared with curry leaves, ginger, shallots, and gram flour.
Chilli Paneer (Starter)
Cottage cheese cooked with chilli, garlic, peppers and tomato sauce.
Lentil Soup
Thick lentil soup with shallots, ginger, garlic and curry leaves.
Onion Bhaji
Crispy onion fritters in a fragrantly spiced gram-flour batter.
Potato Bonda
Spiced potato in chickpea batter, deep-fried and served with coconut chutney.
Uzhunnu Vada
South Indian lentil doughnuts with ginger and curry leaves.
Vegetable Samosa
Pastry filled with spiced potatoes, onions, peas and mixed vegetables.
NON-VEGETARIAN STARTERS
Coastal Seafood & Spiced Meat AppetizersCrispy calamari, king prawns marinated in Kerala spices, street-style chicken, and slow-roasted pepper lamb.
Alleppey Prawn Fry
King prawns marinated in Kerala spices, coated and fried in the traditional style.
Calamari Rings
Squid rings marinated with turmeric, lemon and spices, coated in chickpea batter and fried.
Chicken Ularthiyathu
Chicken stir-fried with pepper, curry leaves and coconut slivers.
Lamb Dry Roast
Lamb cooked with ginger, garlic and curry leaves, finished with ground pepper.
Samosa (Chicken / Lamb)
Crisp pastry filled with savoury spiced chicken or lamb.
DOSA
Traditional Fermented Rice & Lentil CrepesThin, golden crepes cooked crisp on a hot griddle, served with aromatic lentil sambar and freshly ground coconut chutneys.
Masala Dosa
Crispy rice and lentil dosa stuffed with potato masala, served with sambar and chutneys.
Nair Masala Dosa
Rice and lentil pancake spread with spicy coconut chutney and filled with potato masala.
Plain Dosa
Crispy rice and lentil dosa served with sambar and chutneys.
FISHERMAN'S FAVOURITE
Coastal Kerala Seafood SpecialtiesAuthentic coastal curries and grilled fish in banana leaf cooked with creamy coconut milk, kokum, and roasted spices.
Cochin King Fish Curry
King fish cooked in a coastal Kerala coconut-milk curry.
Fish in Banana Leaf
Boneless fish marinated and grilled, wrapped in banana leaf with a lightly spiced sauce.
King Prawn Curry
Tiger prawns cooked in The Cochin's special Kerala-style coastal curry.
Mixed Seafood Curry
King fish, squid, prawns and mussels cooked in an authentic Kerala spiced sauce.
Tiger Prawn Masala
Tiger prawns cooked in a coconut-milk sauce with ginger and garlic.
MEAT & POULTRY - CHICKEN
Dry-Roasted Spices, Rich Kormas & Street FryTender chicken simmered in aromatic roasted spice gravies, rich cashew sauces, and street-style coconut slivers.
Chicken Korma
Chicken cooked in a rich onion, ginger, garlic and cashew sauce.
Nadan Chicken Curry
Traditional Kerala chicken curry made with dry-roasted spices.
Thattukada Chicken
Kerala street-style chicken stir-fried with pepper, curry leaves and coconut slivers.
MEAT & POULTRY - LAMB
Central Kerala Lamb Curries & UlarthiyathuSlow-cooked succulent lamb infused with tomato, ginger, garlic, coconut milk, and crushed black pepper.
Cochin Lamb Curry
Lamb cooked in a tomato and spice sauce, finished with coconut milk.
Lamb & Spinach Curry
Lamb cooked with fresh spinach, onion, coriander, garlic and ginger.
Lamb Ularthiyathu
Kerala-style lamb cooked with spices and stir-fried with curry leaves.
BIRYANI
Malabar Fragrant Dum BiryaniFragrant aged basmati rice cooked with aromatic Kerala pot spices, tender chicken, golden cashew nuts, and sweet raisins.
Chicken Biryani
Chicken cooked with aromatic Kerala spices and fragrant rice, finished with cashew nuts and raisins.
VEGETARIAN DISHES
Fresh Paneer, Lentils, Aubergine & OkraWholesome vegetarian curries seasoned with fresh grated coconut, spinach, mustard seeds, and rich cashew paste.
Aubergine Curry
Aubergine cooked with roasted coriander, onion and garlic, finished with coconut milk and cashew paste.
Chilli Paneer (Main)
Cottage cheese cooked with chilli, garlic, mixed peppers and tomato sauce.
Dal & Spinach Curry
Nutritious lentil and spinach curry cooked with traditional spices.
Koottu Parippu Curry (Mixed Lentil)
Mixed toor, masoor and mung lentils tempered with curry leaves, garlic, red onion and mustard seeds.
Mushroom Masala
Mushrooms and green peas cooked with fresh coconut and spices.
Mutter Paneer
Green peas and cottage cheese cooked with South Indian spices.
Okra Masala
Okra cooked with carrots, roasted coconut, mustard seeds and curry leaves.
Palak Paneer
Fresh spinach cooked with cottage cheese and spices.
SIDE ORDERS
Fresh Vegetable Thorans & Spicy PotatoesTraditional dry-roasted vegetables tossed with freshly grated coconut, turmeric, and tempered mustard seeds.
Beans Coconut Thoran
Fine chopped green beans stir-fried with grated coconut, mustard seeds and curry leaves.
Cabbage Thoran
Shredded cabbage sautéed with grated coconut, turmeric and mustard seeds.
Spicy Potato
Potatoes tossed in aromatic South Indian spices and curry leaves.
RICE
Fluffy Basmati, Coconut, Lemon & PilauSteamed basmati rice delicately infused with citrus, coconut milk, curry leaves, and aromatic whole spices.
Coconut Rice
Fragrant basmati rice infused with coconut milk and seasoned with curry leaves.
Lemon Rice
Tangy basmati rice tempered with mustard seeds, curry leaves and fresh lemon juice.
Pilau Rice
Aromatic basmati rice cooked with whole spices and saffron.
Plain Rice
Steamed fluffy white rice.
BREAD
Layered Paratha, Poori, Kallappam & ChapattiHandcrafted Indian breads: flaky Kerala parathas, puffed golden pooris, and soft fermented rice pancakes.
Chapatti
Traditional unleavened South Indian wholewheat flatbread.
Kallappam
Soft fermented rice pancake with a fluffy centre.
Paratha
Traditional multi-layered flaky Kerala flatbread.
Poori
Puffed golden wholewheat bread, deep fried.
CHILDREN'S MENU
Kids Favourites with Golden ChipsDelicious, kid-friendly portions of crispy chicken nuggets, calamari fry, and onion rings served with golden chips.
Calamari Fry with Chips
Mildly spiced calamari strips served with golden chips.
Chicken Nuggets with Chips
Crispy chicken nuggets served with golden chips.
Onion Rings with Chips
Crispy onion rings served with golden chips.
DESSERTS
Traditional Sweets, Kulfis & Ice CreamsIndulgent South Indian desserts, traditional kulfis, warm sweets, and delicate faloodas finished with saffron, cardamom, and pistachios.
Guava Chilli Twist
Creamy guava ice cream finished with a touch of chilli and chaat masala.
Gulab Jamun & Ice Cream
Warm gulab jamun served with vanilla ice cream and pistachio.
Kala Jamun & Palada
Warm kala jamun served with traditional Kerala palada payasam, finished with pistachio.
Malai Kulfi
Traditional creamy malai kulfi finished with almonds, pistachios and saffron.
Mango Kulfi
Creamy mango kulfi finished with mango coulis and crushed pistachios.
Pazhampori & Ice Cream
Traditional Kerala banana fritters served warm with vanilla ice cream.
Pista Kulfi
Creamy pistachio kulfi finished with crushed pistachios and rose petals.
Rasmalai Duo
Traditional rasmalai paired with rasmalai ice cream, finished with saffron and pistachio.
Royal Falooda
Rose milk layered with falooda vermicelli, basil seeds, jelly, 3 mini ice cream scoops, mini gulab jamun, and roasted nuts.
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