Havelock Island (Swaraj Dweep)
The thatched-roof, bamboo-clad Wild Orchid resort's restaurant exudes a romantic, candlelit island ambience, sizzling up lavish seafood platters, pepper…
Must-see restaurants in South India
Kozhikode (Calicut)
A local favourite for its Malabar dishes, biryanis and snacks, with a small terrace out the front, three-decades-old Zains is run by the entrepreneurial…
Kovalam
It doesn't look like much, but this rustic pure-veg courtyard restaurant hidden back from Lighthouse Beach dishes up excellent Keralan-style cooking,…
Kannur
Tables dot a wraparound verandah overlooking a shady garden with vibrant hand-painted murals at this warm, sociable and contemporary hang-out, 700m west…
Maharashtra
This trendy, open-air cafe inside Kolhapur's most luxurious hotel is a good retreat, serving Indian dishes alongside a wide variety of international (Thai…
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
Accessed via a side alley and a dingy rear staircase, this simple place doesn't have a great location or much atmosphere, but the tasty North Indian dhaba…
Puducherry (Pondicherry)
The steaks (with sauces like blue cheese or Béarnaise), pizzas, pastas and crêpes are all top-class at this romantically lit garden restaurant. Tempting…
Mumbai (Bombay)
This staple Mumbai patisserie serves perfectly executed cakes, tarts and brownies that go well with coffee. All the regularly changing pastries are great,…
South Goa
Beneath a large palapa-style shelter overlooking a well-stocked fish pond beside the Sal River, the Farm House is renowned locally for its Goan dishes,…
Palolem
On the Agonda road, the Space Goa combines an excellent organic whole-food cafe with a gourmet deli, craft shop and a wellness centre offering meditation,…
Mumbai (Bombay)
A simple but satisfying place that serves Malvani cuisine and gets very busy at lunchtime. Its bombil thali (₹130) and crab masala thali (₹130) are very…
Kochi (Cochin)
On the footpath behind the Chinese fishing nets are several fishmongers, from whom you can buy fish, prawns, scampi or lobster, then take your selection…
South Goa
Scrambled tofu and vegan pancakes grace the menu of soul food at mostly vegan Blue Planet, a welcoming detox removed from the beach scene. You'll find…
Chennai (Madras)
Half Higginbotham's bookshop, half casual cafe/restaurant, this is one of the best spots in Chennai for inexpensively priced, finely prepared,…
Northern Kerala
A stand-out roadside restaurant on the western outskirts of Sultanbatheri, where snappy service delivers an eclectic menu of North and South Indian,…
South Goa
The original Fisherman's Wharf still sits overlooking the Sal River, a beautiful al fresco dining experience where fresh seafood and Goan specialities are…
North Goa
With loud reggae, crappy service, dark-wood furniture, a sometimes rambunctious bar scene, ancient expats leaning over the bar, draught beer and an…
Mysuru (Mysore)
This fine hotel cafe in a covered courtyard serves excellent coffees and Himalayan teas, to be enjoyed with excellent homemade cakes (try the lemon…
Kovalam
The busy red-cloth tables tell a story: attentive service, candlelight at night and views through pot plants to the crashing waves set the tone for…
Bengaluru (Bangalore)
While there’s a delectable menu of Indian, Thai and European dishes, here it’s all about the romantic views from the 13th-floor rooftop. Specials include…
Kovalam
On a gently sloping hillside above Samudra Beach, this two-storey restaurant boasts enviable ocean and sunset views beyond slender palms, while keen staff…
Ooty (Udhagamandalam)
All wood walls, intimate lighting, live piano and plush orange velvets, the Savoy's candlelit dining room dishes up fabulous contemporary continental,…
Mumbai (Bombay)
This bohemian cafe on a large, shady terrace is attached to the Prithvi Theatre, something of a cultural hub for intellectuals, artists and theatre types…
Palolem
On the road running behind the southern beach entrance, this solid timber family-run place serves up excellent authentic Goan food such as local sausages,…
Kochi (Cochin)
A stylishly restored 200-year-old Dutch-Portuguese-style building, Loafers is all reclaimed wood, minimalist design, cosy window booths and delicate…
Aurangabad
Offers fine tandoori dishes, flavoursome North Indian veg and nonveg options, and an extensive beer list (for Aurangabad) in a weirdly Pharaonic…
Alappuzha (Alleppey)
A friendly, tucked-away courtyard cafe at Nanni Backpackers Hostel, 500m west of the beach, with a genuine Italian espresso machine, where you can tuck…
Mumbai (Bombay)
A little piece of Paris in Mumbai, this trendy new cafe is a good bet for breakfast, with excellent coffee, eggs your way, croissants and other treats…
Mumbai (Bombay)
Once tiny, this boho cafe was expanded in 2016 with the addition of a vintage Mumbai backroom (a wine bar from noon), and now turns away fewer of its…
South Goa
Gorgeous upmarket Goan cuisine is crafted at this fabulous ITC Grand restaurant, which offers the piquant flavours of the region’s specialities in all…
North Goa
This garden restaurant behind the People Tree boutique exemplifies the Assagao trend in quality countryside dining, efficient service and wholesome, fresh…
North Goa
Part restaurant, part club, part beach bar, Bora Bora is the only place in this area open 24 hours. Food runs to everything from pizza to Russian, Thai…
Telangana & Andhra Pradesh
You can sample and buy local coffee and all kinds of chocolatey goods (brownies, chocolate-covered coffee beans) at Araku Valley Coffee House, which also…
North Goa
There's a healthy vibe in this open-air cafe, part of the excellent Vaayu Village complex, and it naturally extends to the food. From the superfood…
North Goa
For a sophisticated dining experience, the RoN at the Lemon Tree Amarante delivers with its dark bamboo interior, Buddha heads and floating candles…
Pune
This Pune-based chain (there are three branches) is a great place to sample Marathi food in a clean, discerning environment. Among traditional metalwork…
Mumbai (Bombay)
A bustling and fashionable cafe-restaurant with cool tunes and massive wooden tables. The menu includes all-day breakfasts (₹300 to ₹710) and…
Kerala
Indian flavours infuse the global-inspired menu at this fashionable hang-out furnished with cosy booths, suspended lamps and coffee paraphernalia. Spicy…
Kodaikanal (Kodai)
Why yes, that is a real Italian-style wood-fire pizza oven. And yes, that’s hummus and falafel on the menu, along with oven-baked pasta and homemade cakes…
Arambol (Harmal)
Many travellers rate this the coolest place on the northern beachfront. A big menu of well-prepared Indian staples, Goan dishes, Chinese, seafood, momos…
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