What should I order at Black Fort?
Black Fort
Alfam (Alfahm/Alfaham)
Mentioned multiple times as tender, flavorful, and excellent with salad and mayonnaise. Both normal Alfam and Butter Alfam are recommended, with normal Alfam preferred over BBQ options.
Beef Dry Fry
Highly praised for its crispy beef pieces combined with crispy curry leaves and onions, delivering a delightful taste experience.
Butter Chicken
Frequently recommended for its tasty gravy with mild sweetness and good consistency, described as 'Butter Chicken at its Best' by a reviewer.
Kerala Porotta (Pall Porotta)
Noted for being delightfully crispy and flavorful, perfect to pair with various dishes, and specifically mentioned as tasty and suitable for two people.
Tandoori Grill / BBQ
Described as tasty and flavorful, although some reviewers mentioned chicken being a bit tough or undercooked; still recommended overall.
Beef Kondattam
Mentioned as a good beef dish, contributing to the positive beef dish recommendations.
Chicken Lollipop
Mentioned as tasty and enjoyed by reviewers.
Afgani Chicken
Recommended as a must-try dish, often paired with parotta, praised for its taste.
Steak
Described as amazing, especially when served with sauce and smashed potatoes; highly recommended by a regular customer.
Beef Burger
Mentioned as tasty with sufficient quantity, contributing to the variety of recommended dishes.
Mixed Fried Rice / Egg Fried Rice
Mixed fried rice was described as superb by one reviewer and egg fried rice as tasty by another, making it a favorable side or dish option.
French Fries
Mentioned as fantastic and tasty, often paired with grilled chicken.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
About Black Fort
Black Fort is a North Indian restaurant in Thiruvalla, Kerala. Reviews also describe it as serving Arabic-style and mixed Indian dishes, with frequent mentions of shawarma, alfaham, Kunafa, falooda, and Afghani Chicken. Reviewers consistently praise the food, especially the grilled chicken, beef dishes, porotta items, desserts, and drinks. The restaurant is also noted for friendly service, good ambience, and a clean, family-friendly setting.
Amenities & services
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- All you can eat
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour food
- Late-night food
- Organic dishes
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Black Fort known for?
Black Fort is best known for shawarma and alfaham, especially butter alfam and butter alfaham, which reviewers call tender and flavorful. Kunafa, Afghani Chicken, and Arabic-style dishes also come up often, with many guests praising the smoky grill flavors and satisfying portions.
What dishes are most recommended at Black Fort?
Reviewers most often recommend butter alfaham, shawarma, Kunafa, and Afghani Chicken, along with beef dry fry and beef kondattam. Other frequently praised dishes include bun porotta, nool porotta, palazhi chicken, and Idiyappam Pothi with egg, beef roast, and chicken 65.
What is the atmosphere like at Black Fort?
The vibe is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with a clean and well-maintained dining area. Reviewers mention it works well for families, groups, and solo diners, and some note a pleasant AC room and a warm ambience for birthday meals or relaxed dinners.
Is Black Fort good value, and what is the price range?
Black Fort is in the ₹200–400 range, and many reviewers say the portion sizes make it good value for the price. A few specialty items can feel expensive, such as a half portion of Butter Alfam at Rs. 500, but most guests still describe the overall meal as satisfying and worth it.
When is the best time to visit Black Fort?
Dinner is a popular time, and the restaurant accepts reservations, with dinner reservations recommended in the data. Reviews also suggest the place can get busy enough that some menu items may sell out, so going earlier in the evening may improve your chances of getting the dishes you want.
Is parking available at Black Fort?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Black Fort have vegetarian options?
Yes, Black Fort offers vegetarian options.
Is Black Fort kid-friendly?
Yes, Black Fort is good for kids.
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