Location: Kollam
Top Restaurants in Kollam
Kollam Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Kollam
Kollam (IPA: [koɭɭəm]) or Quilon (Coulão), formerly Desinganadu, is an old seaport and city on the Laccadive Sea coast of the Indian state of Kerala. The city is on the banks Ashtamudi Lake. Kollam has had a strong commercial reputation since the days of the Phoenicians and Romans. Fed by the Chinese trade, it was mentioned by Ibn Battuta in the 14th century as one of the five Indian ports he had seen during the course of his twenty-four year travels. Desinganadu's rajas exchanged embassies with Chinese rulers while there was a flourishing Chinese settlement at Kollam. In the 9th Century, on his way to Canton, China, Persian merchant Sulaiman al-Tajir found Kollam to be the only port in India visited by huge Chinese junks. Marco Polo, the Venetian traveller, who was in Chinese service under Kublai Khan in 1275, visited Kollam and other towns on the west coast, in his capacity as a Chinese mandarin.
Things to do in Kollam
1. Sri Ayyappa Punjabi Food and Andhra Meals
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
2. Aariyas Vegetarian Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By jishnumj
It's a one of the famous restaurant in kerala and Tamil Nadu.Most common people have know about this restaurant.It's have a tasty food on there.And very good neatness and clean on there.
3. Marco Polo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By Roneo C - Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), India
We were at the hotel for a business meeting. It went very well. The quality of food as well as service was excellent.Anjali, the Hostess did a awesome job!
4. The Riverside
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
We have chosen a range of delicacies from across the world, including Kerala, for you to savour while you are with us. Be it the spread of a European breakfast, an Oriental lunch or a Kerala Sadhya, you will be spoilt for choice. It would be a memorable dinner overlooking the Ashtamudi Lake or an evening spent reminiscing old times with friends over a drink, Keraleeyam at The Raviz Ashtamudi, Kollam curates the best experiences for you. While the name itself promises a complete culinary tour of Kerala’s flavours and fragrances, Keraleeyam also offers a wide range of multi-cuisine options.
Reviewed By Kyle L - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
I ate breakfast here every morning during my stay and it was ok. There is an egg cooking station, breads, fruits, traditional Indian breakfast foods, juices, cereals, yogurts, etc.... Nothing is knock-your-socks-off delicious. It is a buffet. It will do while you stay here.
5. Spice 7 restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By priyan k
if you are looking for a place with neat service and peaceful atmosphere and dining at reasonable price , this is it. I live in kollam, my first visit to this hotel was for attending my friends engagement function at spice 7's banquet hall. The place is having very peaceful atmosphere, enough space for parking and they provide us very good hospitality. the food is excellent and then i have ordered their food for a function at my home as they have out door catering. yes they provide the best food in town.
6. Indian Coffee House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By JojijosephTDPA - Kochi (Cochin), India
The first name which comes to mind when we feel like having food while travelling is ICH because they keep the unique taste and quality of food in all outlets. While travelling to and way back fromTrivandrum, I have dined from ICH several times and I like their Masala Dosa, Cutlet and coffee. The service also is really good. The restaurant is with good Seating and maintained neat and clean. Nice restaurant to dine with family or friends.
7. All Spice Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By A TripAdvisor Member
This hotel is apt for people who love Chinese food and tandoori items. Price is little high but it worth for the food they serve and ambience. It's in heart of the city so easy to access. Ample car parking!
8. Wok & Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 186 reviews
Reviewed By yangfengming - Sydney, Australia
We went to this restaurant for lunch purely based on the fact that it was rated the no. 1 restaurant in Kollam. It didn’t disappoint. Every dish that we ordered was good - from the soup to dessert. It was so good that we returned...MoreDear yangfengming, Thank you for such a positive review. We are pleased that you enjoyed our food and service.
9. Ramees Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 149 reviews
Reviewed By Pinkpower - Pinkpower
We ate here twice in 2 days . Loved it so much. Food, ambience and service were all on point. Being vegetarian, our choices were quite limited as this restaurant seems to be more renowned for its non-veg options. However, we were able to get excellent kerala parottas, paneer dishes,veg kholaphuri, veg fried rice/noodles and the gobi manchurian was to die for! Definitely recommended!
10. Salim Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Sanusc - Muscat, Oman
I heard about this place from my friend. We went and ordered a mutton biriyani. Well it really tasted different than other biriyanis i had.A must try if you are nearby.
