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Restaurant in Kottayam, Muppaikad, Kerala
What should I order at Malabar Village Restaurant?
What to order
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Biriyani
Recommended multiple times for being flavorful, aromatic, and authentic, with reviewers specifically praising the Malabar biriyani, Chicken & Mutton Biryani, Thalassery Chicken Biryani, Mutton Biriyani, and general biriyani as standout dishes.
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Fish Curry
Frequently praised for its authentic Malabar taste and home-style flavor; reviewers highlighted Fish Curry, Fish Curry Meals, Fish Mango Curry, Allepey Kalanchi Fish Curry, and Fish Curry with Porotta as especially delicious.
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Porotta
Repeatedly recommended for its soft, fresh, and flaky texture, and often mentioned as the perfect pairing with curries like beef roast, chicken curry, and fish curry.
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Crackle Chicken
Called one of the absolute favorites in a large tasting review, with praise for its strong flavor and memorable taste.
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Kebab Platter
Specifically singled out as an absolute favorite, with reviewers noting it was delicious and well-presented.
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Mutton Rogan Josh
Named among the absolute favorites and described as fantastic, showing it stood out strongly among the dishes tried.
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Prawn Butterfly
Highlighted as one of the absolute favorites and praised for being delicious and well executed.
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Beef Varattiyathu
Praised as an outstanding combo with porotta, noted for being tender, spicy, and perfectly cooked.
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Varutta Chicken Curry
Recommended for its delicious taste and strong flavor, with one reviewer calling it the best food they had from Kottayam in recent times.
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Fish Barbecue
Recommended for being delicious and well-cooked, especially by reviewers who enjoyed the seafood dishes and said the kitchen nailed the preparation.
Details
Location
opposite Purackal Honda Manipuzha, Kottayam, Muppaikad, Kerala, 686013, IN
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
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| Tuesday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
About Malabar Village Restaurant
Malabar Village Restaurant is in Kottayam, Muppaikad, Kerala, and is listed as a restaurant serving Malabar-style food. Reviewers consistently praise the biriyani, mutton soup, afghani rice, appam, and nool porotta, along with the courteous and attentive staff. Reviews also mention clean surroundings, quick service, and a comfortable dining experience. The restaurant offers dine-in, takeout, delivery, and no-contact delivery, and is popular for lunch and dinner.
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 seating
Offerings
- All you can eat
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- 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
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed inside
Frequently asked
What is Malabar Village Restaurant known for?
It is best known for biriyani, especially Thalassery chicken biryani and mutton biryani, which reviewers call flavorful and authentic. Guests also mention Malabar-style curries like Ummachi Special Chicken Curry and sides like soft porotta as strong reasons to visit.
What dishes are most recommended at Malabar Village Restaurant?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend Thalassery Chicken Biryani, mutton biryani, Afghani rice, and Ummachi Special Chicken Curry. Other frequently praised items include appam, nool porotta, fish curry meals, grilled BBQ chicken, and desserts like falooda and caramel custard.
What is the atmosphere like at Malabar Village Restaurant?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and clean, with several reviews also calling the interiors pleasant and top-notch. It seems to suit families, groups, tourists, and solo diners who want a comfortable sit-down meal rather than a rushed takeaway stop.
Is Malabar Village Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is ₹200–400, and reviewers often say the portions are decent or sufficient, such as the chicken curry being enough for two people. That combination of filling plates, fresh food, and attentive service makes it feel like solid value for the price.
When is the best time to visit Malabar Village Restaurant?
Dinner is a popular time, but reviews say lunch and dinner reservations are recommended because there is usually a wait. One review specifically noted that the waiting time was less than at other places, so going earlier in the meal rush may help.
Is parking available at Malabar Village Restaurant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Malabar Village Restaurant have vegetarian options?
Yes, Malabar Village Restaurant offers vegetarian options.
Is the food at Malabar Village Restaurant halal?
Yes, Malabar Village Restaurant serves halal food.
Is Malabar Village Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Malabar Village Restaurant is good for kids.
