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Kerala restaurant in Varkala, Kerala
What should I order at Chimney Family Restaurant?
What to order
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Brownie With Ice Cream
Repeatedly praised as a favorite dessert, with reviews calling it homemade, super yummy, and so good that guests came back for it again.
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Fish Moily
Recommended for its great taste, authentic Kerala flavor, and especially enjoyed with appam; one review called it top notch.
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Tawa Prawns Fry
Highlighted as absolutely delicious and part of the seafood items strongly recommended by diners.
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Tawa Fish Fry
Frequently praised for being delicious, well-cooked, and a must-try seafood dish.
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Kerala Parotta
Loved for being soft and flaky, and paired well with fish tava and other Kerala dishes.
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Fish Thali
Recommended for its tasty, authentic fish meal experience and praised as one of the restaurant’s specialties.
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Meen Pollichathu
Called a must-try by reviewers, with strong praise for its flavor and overall quality.
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Red Snapper
Described as heavenly, juicy, perfectly spiced, and incredibly tender, making it one of the most strongly recommended dishes.
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Gobi Manchurian
Mentioned as a dish that stole the show, standing out for its taste among the non-seafood options.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM |
About Chimney Family Restaurant
Chimney Family Restaurant is a Kerala restaurant, family restaurant, and seafood restaurant in Varkala, Kerala. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh fish dishes, especially fish thali, fish pollichathu, fish tawa fry, prawns fry, and fish molly, along with friendly, attentive service. The restaurant is also described as having a casual, cozy, quiet atmosphere, and it is noted as being close to the Varkala cliff area. The price range is ₹200–400, and reviewers say the food is reasonable for the quality and ambience.
Amenities
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- 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
- Happy hour food
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Chimney Family Restaurant known for?
It is best known for seafood, especially fish thali and fish pollichathu, which reviewers repeatedly call fresh, flavorful, and well cooked. Fish tawa fry, prawns fry, and fish molly are also frequent standouts, and several reviews say the seafood tastes authentic and worth the price.
What dishes are most recommended at Chimney Family Restaurant?
The most recommended dishes are the 4 Fish Thali, Meen Pollichathu, fish tawa fry, and prawns fry. Reviewers also call out butter chicken, butter garlic naan, paneer butter masala, Gobi Manchurian, appam, and desserts like homemade brownie ice-cream and milk cake.
What is the atmosphere like at Chimney Family Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and welcoming, with several reviewers mentioning pleasant ambience and good views from the dining area. It suits groups and solo diners, and the review themes suggest it also works well for relaxed lunches or dinners in Varkala.
Is Chimney Family Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly describe it as affordable and reasonably priced for the taste, quality, and ambience. The listed price range is ₹200–400, and comments about generous portions, fresh food, and good service support that value-for-money reputation.
Do you need to plan ahead for a meal at Chimney Family Restaurant?
Reservations are recommended for lunch and dinner, and reviews note that there can be a wait, including about 15 to 20 minutes on a Sunday night. If you want a smoother visit, going earlier or being ready for a short queue is a practical choice.
Is parking available at Chimney Family Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Chimney Family Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Chimney Family Restaurant offers vegetarian options.
Is Chimney Family Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Chimney Family Restaurant is good for kids.
