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Bombay hotel
Biriyani
Most frequently praised dish in the reviews, repeatedly described as the best or authentic Thalassery biriyani, with multiple people calling it excellent and a must-try.
Erachi Chor
Strongly recommended for lunch and called excellent by reviewers, with praise for its taste, value, and special status as a signature local dish.
Beef Chilli
Recommended multiple times as one of the best beef dishes, with reviewers highlighting its great taste and how well it pairs with porotta.
Chicken Rice
Highly recommended by locals as a standout Thalassery specialty, praised for its authentic flavor, spiced rice, tender chicken, and affordability.
Beef Kheema
Mentioned as a must-try and described as mind-blowing, with reviewers specifically praising its rich flavor.
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Bombay hotel
Bombay Hotel is a restaurant in Thalassery, Kerala, serving both non vegetarian and vegetarian food. It offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and table service, with dishes such as biryani, beef kheema, chicken rice, porotta, curries, snacks, tea, and juices. Reviewers consistently praise the authentic local flavors, affordable prices, fast service, and generous portions. The place is described as casual and often busy, with a legacy feel and a good reputation for quick local meals.
Amenities & services
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- All you can eat
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Happy hour food
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is Bombay Hotel known for?
Bombay Hotel is best known for Thalassery-style biryani and local rice dishes like chicken rice and erachichoru. Reviewers repeatedly call out the authentic taste, with chicken biryani, beef kheema, and chicken majboos also standing out as favorites.
What dishes are most recommended at Bombay Hotel?
The most recommended items are chicken biryani, beef irachi choru, chicken rice, beef kheema, and chicken majboos. People also mention puttu kadala for breakfast, chilly beef with parotta, and the sulamani or chai as good drinks to order with the meal.
What is the atmosphere like at Bombay Hotel?
The atmosphere is described as casual, busy, and sometimes old-school or homely. It suits quick meals for solo diners, groups, families, and tourists who want a fast local food stop in Thalassery, near the bus stand and Kannur-Calicut highway area.
Is Bombay Hotel good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers consistently describe it as very affordable and good value, and the listed price range is ₹1–200. One review specifically notes a beef irachi choru meal for ₹110 with a generous portion, and others mention reasonable rates for biryani, chicken rice, and kheema.
What should you know before visiting Bombay Hotel?
It is usually crowded and the listing says there is usually a wait, although one review said there was no waiting time during that visit. Parking is often difficult, so visitors sometimes plan around that, but the restaurant accepts reservations and offers quick service once seated.
Is parking available at Bombay hotel?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Is the food at Bombay hotel halal?
Yes, Bombay hotel serves halal food.
Is Bombay hotel kid-friendly?
Yes, Bombay hotel is good for kids.
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