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Steak house in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
What should I order at OldSkool Café & Diner?
What to order
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Burger
Most frequently praised across the reviews, with specific mentions like the Notorious Beef Burger, OldSkool Special Chicken Burger, grilled chicken cheese burger, paneer burger, and other burgers being described as juicy, tender, fully loaded, and flavorful.
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Pasta
Repeatedly recommended in several forms, including Alfredo Penne Pasta, Penne Arrabbiata Chicken Pasta, Fettuccine, and Arabiatta Chicken Pasta. Reviewers liked the creamy texture, fresh taste, and well-balanced spice.
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Steak
Mentioned as delicious and worth trying, with reviewers highlighting the generous portions and good value, making it one of the standout savory items on the menu.
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Coffee
Often praised for being rich and flavorful, with specific mentions of hazelnut coffee and cold coffee. Reviewers enjoyed it as part of the café experience.
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Shakes
Several reviews recommend the shakes, especially the Lotus Biscoff beverage and strawberry cheesecake shake, describing them as creamy, delicious, and memorable.
Details
Location
First Floor, TC 18/1820 Near Curry Chatty Express Take-away Pattom-Kowdiar Road, Kuravankonam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, 695003, IN
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
About OldSkool Café & Diner
OldSkool Café & Diner is in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. It is a steak house, cafe, fast food restaurant, hamburger restaurant, and sandwich shop. Reviews consistently praise the food quality, especially burgers, pasta, shakes, and steak dishes, along with the cozy ambience and rooftop seating. Reviewers also mention friendly service and a varied menu with fresh, flavorful dishes.
Amenities
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Google Pay
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- High chairs
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is OldSkool Café & Diner known for?
It is especially known for burgers, pasta, and shakes, with the chicken burger, chicken steak, and strawberry cheesecake shake mentioned often in reviews. People also call out the rooftop seating and the fresh, flavorful food, especially for lunch and dinner in Kowdiar, Thiruvananthapuram.
What dishes are most recommended at OldSkool Café & Diner?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend the chicken burger, beef burger, chicken steak, penne arrabbiata, and alfredo penne pasta. Other frequently praised items include loaded fries, club sandwich, panini sandwiches, and the strawberry cheesecake shake, which is described as especially creamy.
Is OldSkool Café & Diner good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is ₹200–400, and reviewers often describe the cafe as budget-friendly or reasonably priced. Even when a dish like the alfredo penne or a shake felt a bit expensive, people still said the quality, freshness, and portion size made it worth the money.
When should you visit OldSkool Café & Diner, and what should you expect at peak times?
Reviews suggest going earlier rather than late, since one reviewer noted the cafe closes around 11 and another said food can take longer to arrive. Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, which fits the busy location and rooftop seating demand.
Is parking available at OldSkool Café & Diner?
Yes. Free street parking, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does OldSkool Café & Diner have vegetarian options?
Yes, OldSkool Café & Diner offers vegetarian options.
Is OldSkool Café & Diner kid-friendly?
Yes, OldSkool Café & Diner is good for kids.
