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Ambhika Hotel
Meals
Most frequently praised item in the reviews; described as authentic, fresh, tasty, affordable, and a standout lunch option with great side dishes and traditional Kerala flavors.
Fish fry
Repeatedly recommended across reviews, especially the fish fries served with meals; called outstanding, fresh, authentic, and a must-try for seafood lovers.
Chicken biryani
Mentioned as awesome and surprisingly good, with special masala and strong flavor, making it one of the highlighted dishes.
Beef fry
Praised as superb, well cooked, and rich in authentic Calicut flavor, with reviewers specifically calling out the taste and texture.
Kerala meals
Recommended for its traditional South Indian/Kerala experience, with reviewers highlighting the freshness, variety of curries and side dishes, and overall quality.
Appam
Positively mentioned as soft, fluffy, and especially good when paired with curry, making it a recommended breakfast item.
Porotta
Liked for being flaky, soft, and not chewy, especially when paired with pepper chicken or beef dishes.
Pepper chicken
Recommended for its bold, spicy, aromatic flavor and strong pairing with porotta.
Ayala fry
Specifically singled out as a favorite fish fry option, praised for its taste and recommended for anyone who enjoys seafood.
Masala dosa
Mentioned as tasty along with ghee roast, showing that the breakfast items are also well liked.
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM to 11 PM |
|---|---|
| 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 Ambhika Hotel
Ambhika Hotel is a restaurant in Kozhikode, Kerala serving Malabar, Kerala, and South Indian food. Reviewers consistently praise the fish fry, Kerala meals, biriyani, curries, and breakfast items like appam, dosa, and vada. The place is described as clean, neat, casual, and crowded at peak lunch hours, with friendly service and affordable pricing. It offers dine-in, takeout, and delivery, and is noted as good for solo dining and groups.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
Payments
- Credit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is Ambhika Hotel known for?
Ambhika Hotel is best known for its fish fry and Kerala meals, especially the meals served with curries, side dishes, and chammanthi podi. Reviewers also highlight its authentic Malabar flavor, with chicken biriyani and seafood dishes mentioned as strong standouts.
What dishes are most recommended at Ambhika Hotel?
The most recommended dishes are fish fry, Kerala meals, chicken biriyani, appam with mutta curry, and porotta with pepper chicken. Reviewers also call out ayala fish fry, beef fry, paal kappa with beef, masala dosa, and ghee roast as worth ordering.
What is the atmosphere like at Ambhika Hotel?
The atmosphere is casual and trendy, with a neat, clean dining area that reviewers describe as comfortable for everyday meals. It suits solo diners, groups, and people stopping in for breakfast or lunch, though it can get crowded during peak hours.
Is Ambhika Hotel good value for money?
Yes, it is widely described as cheap, budget-friendly, and affordable, with a price range of ₹1 to 200. Reviewers mention meals around ₹60 and say the portions and quality make it a strong value for normal everyday dining.
When is the best time to visit Ambhika Hotel?
Breakfast and lunch are the most praised times to visit, with reviewers specifically recommending the morning appam, dosa, and vada, plus the lunch meals and fish fry. Peak lunch hours can be crowded, so going earlier may mean a quicker meal.
Is parking available at Ambhika Hotel?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Is the food at Ambhika Hotel halal?
Yes, Ambhika Hotel serves halal food.
Is Ambhika Hotel kid-friendly?
Yes, Ambhika Hotel is good for kids.
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