Artika Cafe Gallery

Seems to have taken a dive of late, no photographic or other hung art apparent, the walls murals remain however. The place appears generally unkempt. At 10:45am some tables hadn't been relieved of tree leaf droppings and other debris. Side tables were visibly sticky and I didn't want to put my hat down on the one nearest to me. We had the Mini Mi breakfast of croissant (with butter and jam) juice (the default was watermelon but we requested and got orange juice) and coffee with or without hot milk (the sort that leaves a protective coffee milk skin on the surface of the drink. The croissants were really nice, warmed and authentic. The mystery jam was also nice, although we couldn't decide what fruit, if any, it was. The coffee was unremarkable. Service was cursory and on the edge of surly; we thought perhaps the chap had been trained in Paris for the authentic French experience. We were also watched, albeit from a distance, by the same chap seated on the verandah at right angles to us. At Rp220 each this respresented good value, it was very quiet, and leafy, but not really what was expected from some of the reviews which raved exceptionality.

The real joy of having French cuisine in an atmosphere far from France yet designed to perfection is here. Pondicherry being a nestled city, quite small in it's length and breadth on the map, Artika Cafe Gallery is a cosy option for a wide spread Sunday brunch with family and friends. The options listed on the menu are so refreshing and healthy for the hunger pangs. We had been here on the Easter breakfast, placed the order as follows : MiniMe, Kombo breakfast, Artika's CoCo, Chicken cheese Croissant sandwich and two scrambled eggs. For me the show stealer were, Chicken cheese Croissant sandwich, where the croissant is so soft and melts into the mouth with first bite. Artika's CoCo is as refreshing as any other drink during summers. The quality and quantity was sufficient for 5 of us. I would highly recommend those visiting Pondi to pick it as your next destination for breakfast / brunch. Though the items seem a bit expensive but it would be reasonable to the other French breakfast outlets in the smart city. Felt so blessed and contented on this holy day.

Loved this place.. A must visit place in my list anytime I go to Pondicherry. Amazing garden, food, taste and service. 👍 This place offers breakfast, lunch and dinner with options of sandwiches, salads, pasta, breads, eggs, hot drinks, smoothies, fresh fruit juices, fruit salsa, lassis, sodas, crepe’s, muesli and desserts. They do serve non veg with variety of options like ham, chicken and fish.

Silent. Natural. Ambience is amazing. Food is good. 100% guaranteed peace of mind. Totally loved the breakfast.

Simple ,cozy n calm place.You can take your laptop n work there if u want while sipping a cup of coffee.You can go alone also..the place is good.

Very lovely place. Very quite and calm. Very is good. Can have a wonderful time.

Quenched my eyes' thirst while sating my hunger. Best café. Loved the ambience as well as the food.

Nice , quiet and simple place to enjoy some good coffee or Tea ..