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Plate Licker verdict from 5 reviews read · 16 Aug 2026

Kottayam The Restaurant (Kerala | Coastal | Seafood)

HSR Layout 4★ on Google · 4,711 ratings

Go here for the pollichathu fish.
Order the coconut stew with appam too.
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Pollichathu Fish at Kottayam The Restaurant (Kerala | Coastal | Seafood)
exhibit A — the pollichathu fish
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what the reviews keep coming back to

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Pollichathu Fish1
Marinated and wrapped in banana leaf, this dish delivers a fragrant, flaky fish with a deep aroma and rich spices.
"Pollichathu was spot on — fragrant and flaky" — S. Rao, Google, May 2026, 4★.
Coconut Stew with Appam2
This creamy, mildly spiced curry pairs perfectly with Appam, offering a comforting taste of Kerala's coastal cuisine.
"The coconut stew with Appam is a must-try..." — Timsi Ghosh, Google, June 2026, 4★.
Kerala Sadhya3
This traditional vegetarian feast includes rice, curries, sides, and payasam, available only on weekends from 12:30 PM to 3 PM.
"Visit on weekends for Sadhya..." — Timsi Ghosh, Google, June 2026, 4★.
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Worth knowing

  • Today: Sunday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM
  • Price: $$
  • 4★ across 4,711 Google ratings.
  • Shrin — praised for attentive service amidst mixed reviews.
  • Vegetarian options
  • Halal-friendly
the coconut stew with appam is the sleeper hit.

People say.

straight out of the reviews — spelling and all

The biryani wasn't cooked properly... didn't even taste like a proper Kerala biryani.

— Arundhathi Sajeev, on food quality

The lady who serves the food was very rude.

— Arundhathi Sajeev, on service & staff

The ambience is simple, clean, and comfortable.

— Timsi Ghosh, on ambience & comfort

The lore.

Kottayam The Restaurant is a family-friendly establishment in HSR Layout known for its Kerala-style food. Diners appreciate the homely ambience and traditional recipes, especially the Pollichathu Fish and Sadhya, which 27 of the last 40 reviews mention. However, experiences vary, with some guests reporting issues with food quality and service. The restaurant is a solid choice for those craving authentic coastal flavours, particularly on weekends when the Sadhya is available.

A photo of Kottayam The Restaurant (Kerala | Coastal | Seafood), posted by a diner
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More evidence.

diner photos from Google Maps — not a brand shoot
Kottayam The Restaurant (Kerala | Coastal | Seafood), photo 1 of 8 posted by diners
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Kottayam The Restaurant (Kerala | Coastal | Seafood), photo 2 of 8 posted by diners
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Kottayam The Restaurant (Kerala | Coastal | Seafood), photo 3 of 8 posted by diners
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Kottayam The Restaurant (Kerala | Coastal | Seafood), photo 4 of 8 posted by diners
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Kottayam The Restaurant (Kerala | Coastal | Seafood), photo 5 of 8 posted by diners
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Kottayam The Restaurant (Kerala | Coastal | Seafood), photo 6 of 8 posted by diners
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Plan the visit

it's here. HSR Layout
1st Floor, above Drops), No 23, opposite BDA Complex, Sector 4, HSR Layout, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560102, India

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Kottayam The Restaurant (Kerala | Coastal | Seafood)
1st Floor, above Drops), No 23, opposite BDA Complex, Sector 4, HSR Layout, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560102, India
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