Karavalli - Vivanta Bengaluru, Residency Road

Dining Experience at Karavalli, Taj We recently dined at Karavalli at the Taj, and overall it was a memorable experience that beautifully showcases coastal Indian cuisine. We started with the Malabar prawns, which were absolutely amazing—perfectly cooked, flavourful, and easily one of the highlights of the meal. Next, we tried the lady fish fry. While it was decent, it didn’t quite meet the high benchmark set by the other dishes. The seasoning and texture could have been better. The true star of the evening was the Crab Curry—rich, aromatic, and packed with authentic coastal flavours. Paired with Malabar paratha, cooked to perfection, and appams that were light, soft, and mouth-watering, this combination was exceptional. For dessert, we tried the bibimbap. While it was enjoyable, it felt average for the price and didn’t quite stand out compared to the mains. A special mention to the wonderful team who made our dining experience even better with their warm hospitality and attentive service: Shyin, Yenoch, Pradeep, and Chef Ram Chandra. Their professionalism and genuine care truly elevated the evening. Overall, Karavalli offers an authentic and refined coastal dining experience. While a couple of dishes could be improved, the standout seafood, impeccable breads, and excellent service make it a place worth revisiting.

If you’re looking for a restaurant that feels like a journey through India’s southwest coast, Karavalli is it. From the moment you step inside, the warm, rustic charm of its interiors — think thatched accents, cozy wooden furniture, and lush greenery — makes you feel like you’ve been transported to a traditional Mangalorean home. The real star, of course, is the food. Karavalli doesn’t just serve dishes; it tells stories through its flavours.

The food and ambience were amazing, and we had a wonderful time with our group. I would especially like to mention Ranjan Poojari, who took great care of us and made us feel truly welcomed and cherished. He even took many lovely pictures for us.

Had a great experience here. Thank you Mr Boopathy, Ms Shanthi and Mr Antony for making this lunch memorable.

This place well located, well decorated and well maintained place, place inside is antique place. The price in very high and the food is matching to price. Taste is good and decent. I don't think price for that food is not worthy. Maybe once upon a time it was great restaurant, today there are many restaurants similar to this with much cheaper price. If you want a name of taj you can visit here.

Karavalli is a renowned restaurant in Bangalore, India, known for its authentic South Indian coastal cuisine, particularly dishes from Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. The restaurant's menu features a variety of seafood and vegetarian dishes made with traditional spices. Karavalli is celebrated for its authentic South Indian coastal cuisine drawing inspiration from the culinary traditions of Karnataka’s coast, Goa, Kerala and Malabar regions. It’s not just “South Indian food” — the menu is a curated journey through regional coastal flavours with many home-style recipes rooted in tradition. Typical menu offerings include: ⭐ Starters & Small Plates Prawn Ghee Roast – succulent prawns in rich ghee and local spices. Fish Fingers and Ghee Roast Crab — coastal seafood favourites. Murg Malai Tikka — creamy, spiced chicken option. 🥘 Main Courses Kori Gassi — a popular coastal chicken curry often paired with soft Kori Roti. Kane Kaidina — whole ladyfish cooked with local spices. Neer Dosa, Appam and Vegetable Stew — classic accompaniments from the region. Moplah Cheeman Biryani — fragrant biryani with prawns and spices. Sweet treats such as Elaneer Payasam, Bebinca and Dodol — rich in traditional coastal flavours. A curated beverage list with wines, local beers and classic cocktails. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are also available, with staff knowledgeable about dietary preferences. Authentic Ambience: The restaurant’s interior evokes a traditional coastal home setting — exposed wooden beams, tropical décor and a garden-like outdoor area that enhances the relaxed, yet elegant feel. Service: Attentive and well-informed staff often provide cultural context and suggestions, making the meal informative as well as delicious. Special Touches: Some menus include tiffin-carrier servings or banana-leaf meals that showcase multiple regional dishes in a traditional style. Karavalli offers a rich, immersive coastal Indian dining experience combining tradition, regional cooking techniques and high-quality ingredients. It’s ideal if you enjoy seafood, flavourful curries, and authentic heritage dishes alongside knowledgeable service in a pleasant setting.

Had a great experience at Karavalli, The Gateway. The coastal seafood was delicious and full of flavor. Special thanks to Bopathi, Shryin, and Anand for their excellent service — they were attentive, friendly, and made our dining experience even better. Highly recommend this place for amazing food and warm hospitality.

Super expensive and not value for money at all. I mean a simple fish curry costing 2100 bucks is just strange! Also had the crab ghee roast - which was really nice - but the price was again through the roof (2600 bucks!) Visit this place if you are in a mood to burn a hole in your pocket!