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What to order
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Royal Mandi Rice With Shawai Post Grilled In BBQ
Highlighted as an absolute standout for its rich taste and perfect hint of smokiness, making it one of the most praised dishes in the reviews.
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Kunafa
Mentioned more than once as a mouth-watering dessert and a must-try item, making it one of the most recommended sweet dishes.
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Arabian Cheese Alfahm
Recommended for being perfectly grilled, topped with rich melted cheese, and described as a must-try signature dish.
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Beyti Kebab
Repeatedly praised as juicy, flavorful, and authentically seasoned, making it a popular choice among the reviewed dishes.
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Chicken Pide With Cheddar Cheese
Recommended for its excellent crust and the added depth of flavor from the cheddar cheese.
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Beef BBQ
Mentioned as extremely well cooked, very soft, and full of flavor, with one reviewer calling it one of the best beef dishes they had.
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Black Tea
Recommended because it was described as amazing and even the best tea the reviewer had ever tasted.
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Turkish Family Platter
Praised for its generous quantity and delicious taste, making it a strong recommendation for sharing.
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Beef Ribs
Noted as a favourite dish for its good taste and quality, contributing to the restaurant's strong reputation for meat dishes.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 12:30 AM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 12:30 AM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 12:30 AM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 12:30 AM |
| Friday | 1 PM to 12:30 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 12:30 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 12:30 AM |
About QAHWA
QAHWA is a Middle Eastern restaurant in Kollam, Kerala, serving Arabic and Turkish food. Reviewers consistently praise the mandi, alfaham, kunafa, and Turkish-style platters, along with the generous portions and well-seasoned meat. The restaurant is also noted for its rooftop seating, live kitchen, and a dining room that feels casual, cozy, and a bit upscale. It is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and reservations are recommended because there is usually a wait.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Rooftop seating
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
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour food
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Salad bar
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Google Pay
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
- Valet parking
Frequently asked
What is QAHWA known for?
QAHWA is best known for its mandi and Arabic-style grilled dishes, especially the Arabian Cheese Alfahm and Turkish platter. Reviewers repeatedly mention soft, juicy meat, well-seasoned rice, and generous portions that make the meals feel filling and worth the price.
What dishes are most recommended at QAHWA?
The most recommended items are the Arabian Cheese Alfahm, Beyti Kebab, chicken pide with cheddar cheese, mandi, and kunafa. Reviewers also call out the Turkish platter and special non-veg platter for their flavor, presentation, and portion size.
What is the atmosphere like at QAHWA?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, romantic, trendy, and upscale, with rooftop seating and a live kitchen. It works well for families, groups, tourists, and solo diners, and reviewers often mention it as a good place for a relaxed evening meal in Kollam.
Is QAHWA good value, and what is the price range?
QAHWA’s listed price range is ₹200–1,200, and reviewers often say the food is value for money because the portions are generous. Some premium platters, like the Turkish platter, are described as expensive at ₹1980 plus tax, but still enough for 2 to 3 people.
Do you need a reservation or should you expect a wait at QAHWA?
Reservations are accepted and recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, and the restaurant is noted as usually having a wait. If you want a smoother visit, reviewers suggest going when you have time to enjoy the full dining experience rather than rushing.
Is parking available at QAHWA?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking, Valet parking is available.
Does QAHWA have vegetarian options?
Yes, QAHWA offers vegetarian options.
Is QAHWA kid-friendly?
Yes, QAHWA is good for kids.
