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What to order
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Biryani
Most frequently praised dish in the reviews; described as delicious, aromatic, perfectly cooked, and a must-try. Reviewers also mention generous chicken, fluffy rice, fragrant spices, and a satisfying taste.
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Wheat Porotta
Recommended multiple times for its quality and taste, especially when paired with Beef Chukka. One reviewer also noted it was the first wheat parotta they had there and that the restaurant has maintained its quality over time.
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Chicken Varattiyathu
Highlighted as very tasty, spicy, and delicious. It was specifically mentioned alongside Vellappam as a food item worth trying.
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Vellappam
Recommended for being very soft and crispy, with reviewers calling it tasty and worth ordering.
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Malabari Chicken Curry
Recommended because it was described as very good in taste when eaten with porotta.
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Beef Chukka
Specifically praised as a great pairing with wheat porotta, with one reviewer saying it gave a better dining experience.
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Fish Curry
Mentioned as one of the best items at the restaurant, with reviewers calling it tasty and part of the restaurant’s traditional Kerala-style appeal.
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Beef Fry
Recommended for its good taste and mentioned as a very tasty, pocket-friendly dish.
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Fish Polichathu
Called out as a good item during meal time, with reviewers noting the overall food quality and taste.
Details
Location
1275, A-1 6, Wayanad Rd, near HP Petrol Pump, Kozhikode, Kerala, 673006, IN
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 7 AM to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 7 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM to 11 PM |
About Salkara
Salkara is a tea store, chicken restaurant, and Indian restaurant in Kozhikode, Kerala. Reviews consistently praise the food quality, cleanliness, and reasonable prices. Commonly recommended items include appam, pathiri, chicken 65, biriyani, porotta, and Kerala-style chicken dishes. The restaurant offers dine-in, takeout, delivery, and onsite services.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
Frequently asked
What is Salkara known for?
Salkara is especially known for appam and biriyani, with reviewers also frequently praising pathiri and chicken dishes like chicken varattiyathu and chicken 65. People repeatedly mention the food quality, saying the meals are flavorful, well cooked, and worth the wait even when the place is busy.
What dishes are most recommended at Salkara?
The most recommended items include vellappam with chicken varattiyathu, chicken biriyani, porotta with malabari chicken curry, wheat porotta with beef chukka, and fish curry. Reviewers also call out chicken 65 and onam sadhya, along with pathiri and biriyani for their taste and portion satisfaction.
What is the atmosphere like at Salkara?
The atmosphere is described as neat, clean, and often crowded, especially during afternoon and rush hours. It has both AC and non-AC seating, and reviewers say it works well for friends and families, though you may need to wait for a seat when it is busy.
Is Salkara good value for money?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly describe Salkara as pocket friendly and reasonably priced, which fits its $$ price range. They say the food quality and quantity are good for the price, even when some items like biriyani gravy are served in smaller portions.
When is the best time to visit Salkara?
If you want a smoother visit, avoid afternoon rush hours because reviewers say it can be congested and you may have to wait for a seat or for food to be served. The restaurant is open from 7am to 11pm, so earlier or off-peak visits are likely more comfortable.
Is parking available at Salkara?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot is available.
