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What to order
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Kallummakaya Biriyani
Repeatedly recommended as a standout dish, especially for seafood lovers. Reviewers describe it as fresh, perfectly cooked, tasty, and 'to die for,' with fresh mussels and excellent flavor.
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Lagoon Chicken Biriyani
Specifically highlighted by multiple reviewers as a highly recommended biriyani option. It is described as tasting very good and being part of the restaurant's best biriyani offerings.
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Beef Biryani
Mentioned as superb and part of the restaurant's tasty biriyani selection. Reviewers say it was enjoyable and well-prepared.
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Beef Fried Porotta
Called out for being really good and tasty. One reviewer specifically says they liked it a lot and that others would likely enjoy it too.
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Chai
Recommended by a reviewer who found it to be their go-to chai place. It is praised along with the accompanying chai snacks.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 6:45 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 6:45 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:45 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 6:45 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 6:45 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 6:45 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 6:45 AM to 10 PM |
About Prema Cafe
Prema Cafe is a non vegetarian restaurant, breakfast restaurant, cafe, Chinese restaurant, family restaurant, and fast food restaurant in Kannur, Kerala. Reviewers most consistently praise the biriyani, especially leghorn biriyani and lagoon biryani, for its authentic Malabar flavor, soft meat, and generous quantity. Masala dosa, vada, ghee roast, porotta, chicken varatharachathu, and mutton curry are also mentioned positively. The place is described as casual and trendy, with dine-in and takeout, and it is popular for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and solo dining.
Amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- All you can eat
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Table service
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is Prema Cafe known for?
Prema Cafe is best known for its biriyani, especially leghorn biriyani and lagoon biryani, which reviewers describe as very flavorful, authentic Malabar style, and generous in quantity. The biriyani is also repeatedly called a strong value for the price, with one review noting a full portion at ₹170 and another at ₹180.
What dishes are most recommended at Prema Cafe?
The most recommended items are leghorn biriyani, lagoon biryani, masala dosa, vada, ghee roast, porotta, chicken varatharachathu, and mutton curry. Reviewers specifically mention soft meat, fragrant rice, and strong flavor in the biriyani, while porotta is described as soft and light.
What is the atmosphere at Prema Cafe like?
The atmosphere is casual and trendy, with a family-friendly crowd that also works for groups, tourists, and solo diners. Reviewers say the dine-in area is limited and can feel a little difficult for sitting, so it suits quick meals and takeout especially well.
Is Prema Cafe good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, it is widely described as affordable, with a listed price range of ₹1–200 and biriyani reviews mentioning ₹170 for a full portion and ₹180 for a plate. People also praise the quantity and quality together, saying the food is fresh, filling, and worth the price.
What should you know before visiting Prema Cafe?
If you want to dine in, expect limited space, and some reviews say the seating area is small and not ideal for long stays. Several reviewers recommend takeout instead, especially for biriyani, which they say travels well and is good enough for train journeys.
Is parking available at Prema Cafe?
Yes. Free street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does Prema Cafe have vegetarian options?
Yes, Prema Cafe offers vegetarian options.
Is Prema Cafe kid-friendly?
Yes, Prema Cafe is good for kids.
