Top Restaurants in Mahabalipuram
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Find out what Indian restaurants to try in Mahabalipuram. Just 45 minutes out of the city, the East Coast Road first stops at the historic town of Mahabalipuram. The 7th century erstwhile port city is famous for its rock-cut shore temples. A lone lighthouse on a hill watches over a group of temples below. Mahabalipuram also has some great cafes that serve good sea food. A backpacker’s delight, one can find cheap accommodations and plenty of activities.
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10. Nautilus
Overall Ratings
4 based on 175 reviews
Reviewed By Ellibelly1
The food was just about edible, the people who run the place need a lesson in hospitality, the cleanliness questionable! Even when compared to local standards, this is a place you should not regret giving a miss.The owner (I think he was), a french gentleman, was drunk and unpleasant, the waiter surly and inattentive. The grilled calamari was NOT grilled and tasted of nothing, the chips underdone, the tandoori fish (red snapper) was tolerable, the salad bland without dressing and all in all very disappointing. Good luck if you still wish to dine here... there are plenty of much better restaurants in Mamallapuram.
9. Gecko Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 251 reviews
Reviewed By Adventurrrrre
Our group had a great dinner here. Nice location, amazing red snapper with both coconut and lemon rice and very friendly and accommodating hosts. They even took us through the various steps of making the dishes too, which was great to watch. Highly recommended. Note- there were quite a lot of mozzies around town at that time of year but thanks to the mosquito coils they laid down for us and the bug spray, not one of us got bitten the whole night.
8. The New Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By Richard B
I am not prone to complaining but I must comment . Waited over an hour for drinks and food to arrive . The waitress was charming but could not alter the situation . When my fish curry arrived it was inedible. The manager was understanding and did not charge me for this meal. Other meals provided to my family were also pretty ordinary but they refused to comment .
7. WelcomCafe Riva
Overall Ratings
5 based on 45 reviews
A contemporary restaurant with a la carte dining. Welcomcafe riva celebrates Indian and International cuisine in a charming ambience. This 120 seater restaurant comprises of an awning area with spectacular views of gardens.
Reviewed By Manorangan29
While going in ECR just dropped down while hungry, but not expected about the quality of delicious and courteous service. Food quality and service was excellent.Yummy food especially South Indian dishes.Will visit again will share the experience with my friends and family also.Dear Mr. Manoranjan,Namaste!Thank You for sharing your feedback on Trip Advisor ! We are happy to know that you enjoyed your dining experience at WelcomCafe Riva! Thanks for checking us out and taking the time to share. It was a pleasure to have you with us and we sincerely look forward to welcoming you back soon!Warm RegardsVikram FalodiyaGeneral Manager18/5/2019
6. Le Yogi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 437 reviews
Le Yogi Restaurant (the real and original "Yogi Restaurant"), established in the year 2004, is owned by a Franco-India couple, Fabienne & Muji. Cuisine ranges from European, North and South Indian, Nepali. Le Yogi carries its speciality in fresh Seafood.
Reviewed By griottte
First I want to say that there are two le yogi places on the same street. Make sure you go to the original - the one further down the street toward the beach. The atmosphere is laid back and you go to relax. You must take your shoes off at the entrance and then can sit either at normal tables, on couches or on the floor on pillows. We chose the pillows and it was quite comfortable. The music is not loud. The atmosphere is great for families - we were 5 of us. The food I can only assume is freshly cooked as it comes out quite slowly. But there is something for everyone on the menu. The crepe were the best in town (and we sampled many restaurants). The fish can be cooked any way you like it and most importantly it can come with the sauce on the side. The calamari plate was very yummy. The staff is very attentive and nice and the owner Fabienne is there to host you. We went there four times during our vacation week and really enjoyed it. Bring some games and relax with your family!
5. Fish and French Fries
Overall Ratings
5 based on 50 reviews
At Fish and French Fries we provide the finest and freshly prepared seafood and other dishes to make your dining experience a memorable occasion. Whether you visit us for breakfast, lunch or dinner your dining experience promises to be as delicious as it
Reviewed By inigoss
I went with my girlfriend for dinner.A very authentic experience.The owner + chef + waiter was very nice and attentive.He suggested indian-stylenfresh fish captured on the day with fries and rice.My girfriend asked for it not to be spicy.One can see the chef preparing the dishes as the kitchen is open.Delicious.
4. Searock Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 85 reviews
We are one of the leading seafood restaurants at Mahabalipuram present for more than two and a half decade. Searock serves the most delicious seafood one could find in the land ruled by the Pallavas. We at searock let our guests pick their choice of fish
Reviewed By tmealings
Very fresh fish and seafood brought to table before cooking. Lovely service. Quality of cooking was amazing; the best Marsala I have ever tasted on fish! Reasonably priced for western wallets. Two substantial main courses and two large premium beers at less than IRP 2000
3. Hotel Guru
Overall Ratings
4 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By Aalok W
Enroute from Pondicherry to Chennai, just when the stomach growls for some good lunch, one comes across a promisingly busy restaurant with an impressivename. Guru restaurant boldly promises good meals, and in we go for our quick sapad. As is typical of such highway eateries, service is quick. No sooner have we ordered, in comes the banana leaf. Since we have ordered crab soup that arrives first. The soup is delicious with fresh baby crabs and a strong hit of pepper. As soon as we finish, the non-veg meal (Rs 125) five bowls with fish curry, chicken curry, prawns curry, mutton curry and a golden coloured rava pongal arrives, along with two veggies and of course rice along with it. The extras we have ordered also follow â roast nalli (Rs 180) has meaty marrow that easily comes out, a perfectly cooked mutton liver fry (Rs 160) and a red fierce tasting Kingfish (Rs 190), along with sambhar and rasam. Within fifteen minutes this delicious meal is polished off. Now this is how all fast food should be!
2. L'attitude 49
Overall Ratings
4 based on 299 reviews
Reviewed By Robin J
On holidays in India, we love Indian cuisine so we tried a couple of restaurants in Mahabalipuram and hence L'attitude 49. Although food was good and service was good, we did not find the the cuisine exceptional and we were disappointedDear Valued Guest,We thank you very much for the time taken to review us on trip advisor.Even though you found our food and service to be good, we are disappointed that we could not exceed your expectations.We constantly strive to maintain our quality of food and service rendered and we value your constructive criticism.We are also in the process of introducing a new menu from the coming month. If you plan to come this side again, please do visit us.. .Dhiraj VijayanExecutive Chef
Where to Eat in Mahabalipuram: The Best Restaurants and Bars
1. Babu's Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 252 reviews
A relaxed friendly atmosphere specialising in South Indian veg and non-veg curries and dosa, as well as seafood and Western dishes. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Cooking classes with Babu are also available.
Reviewed By karinmehra
A very nice place to have a good time with your friends. I was visiting Mahabalipuram in autumn 2017. Babu was very friendly, welcoming, and also joined me for lunch. He asked me if I can paint something on the wall, so I did and tried my best... Canât wait to come back sometime!
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