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What to order
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Fish Curry
Recommended multiple times for its rich, traditional, homely flavor and for pairing especially well with rice.
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Appam And Egg Roast
Called especially outstanding in one review, praised for being fresh, delicious, and full of authentic homemade flavor.
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Beef Ularthiyath
Mentioned as really delicious and neatly served, with a strong homemade-style taste.
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Chicken Tikka
Praised for being perfectly grilled, juicy, and flavorful.
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Beef Steak
Highlighted for being cooked to perfection at medium rare and enjoyed as part of a very good meal.
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Crab Roast
Described as one of the best in town, making it a standout seafood recommendation.
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Waldorf Salad
Specifically mentioned as one of the dishes that was thoroughly enjoyed and expertly prepared.
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Chicken Steak With Mushroom Sauce
Recommended for being flavorful and expertly prepared.
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Kingfish Mango Curry
Praised for its flavor and expert preparation, and singled out as a favorite from the meal.
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Chappathi
Described as cloud-soft, tasty, and exceptional, making it a standout bread item.
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Veg Fried Rice
Mentioned as so tasty that it can be eaten on its own, showing strong approval.
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Gopi Manchurian
Called amazing and noted for blending well with other dishes.
Details
Location
TC 28 304, Pound Road , Thycaud Police Parade Ground, Rd, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, 695014, IN
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
About PLAV
PLAV is a South Indian restaurant in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. It serves dine-in, takeout, delivery, and outdoor seating, with breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert options. Reviewers consistently praise the flavorful food, especially dishes like appam, momos, fried chicken fillet, Chicken Steak with Mushroom Sauce, and prawns, along with the attentive service and pleasant ambience. Many reviews also mention the greenery, calm atmosphere, and good parking availability.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- All you can eat
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Google Pay
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is PLAV known for?
PLAV is especially known for seafood and popular dishes like the Kingfish mango curry, Neymeen curry and fry, crab roast, and prawns. Reviewers also repeatedly highlight the fried chicken fillet, appam, and momos, along with flavorful preparation and good portions.
What dishes are most recommended at PLAV?
The most frequently recommended items include Chicken Steak with mushroom sauce, Waldorf salad, Kingfish mango curry, chicken biryani, crab roast, and Neymeen curry and fry. Reviewers also call out the fried chicken fillet, appam, and momos as repeat favorites, with several mentioning that the food tastes fresh and well prepared.
What is the atmosphere like at PLAV?
PLAV has a casual, cozy, quiet, and green setting with both indoor and outdoor seating. Reviewers describe it as good for family meals, groups, and relaxed outings, and the outdoor area with plants and a central jackfruit tree is a recurring highlight.
Is PLAV good value for money?
Yes, PLAV is in the ₹200–400 range, and reviewers often describe the portions as good and the food as worth the price. The menu is also described as affordable for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, which makes it a practical choice for lunch or dinner in Thiruvananthapuram.
When is the best time to visit PLAV?
Lunch reservations are recommended, and brunch reservations are also recommended, which suggests the place can get busy at popular times. Several reviews mention quick service for pre-booked groups, while parking can be tighter in the compound during peak hours even though street parking is usually available nearby.
Is parking available at PLAV?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is PLAV kid-friendly?
Yes, PLAV is good for kids.
