Thali Restaurant

Warm and cozy atmosphere where a bit crowded during noon time. Still they are arranging seats very fast.What i liked the most about the place was the music along with the environment. Once inside, it has good AC, simple pleasant ambience. The waiters are many and are quick to respond to you. I ordered thier Meenachil Biriyani & Thali... Thali was tasty.. Still missing some good curries... waiters are also friendly.

Thali meals were a total vibe 💯 Rice on point, curries had proper flavour, sides were fresh, and nothing felt heavy or greasy. Super filling, super satisfying—full comfort food energy. Definitely worth it 😋🍽️

A Hidden Gem That Keeps Getting Better! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Visited Thali Restaurant for dinner and was thrilled to see that they’ve recently added kebabs and tandoor to their menu. I tried the chicken tikka—and wow, it completely blew me away! Perfectly charred on the outside, juicy and flavour-packed on the inside. You can really taste the care and spices that went into it. And of course, no visit here is complete without their cold coffee, which has always had a special place in my heart. Creamy, chilled just right, and consistently amazing every single time. This place just keeps leveling up. Highly recommend if you’re looking for comfort food done exceptionally well! 👌🔥

Utterly disappointed! I honestly don’t think this review will make the slightest difference to the owners, but I still have to say it. I ordered the beef biriyani and what I got was nothing short of a disaster — basically beef curry dumped over tomato rice. This is not biriyani; it felt exactly like being back in a hostel mess. I’ve had the privilege of tasting biriyanis from across the country, and this one stands out as one of the worst — and to make it worse, from a so-called high-end restaurant. They boast about “40 years of taste”? I seriously doubt it. If what I ate is genuinely their idea of biriyani, then someone please correct me, because I cannot in good conscience call that dish a biriyani. Sorry, but absolutely unacceptable!

Loved the breakfast spread, especially the podi dosa and idli—simple, flavourful, and done right. The food feels fresh and satisfying. Located right in the heart of Kottayam, it’s very convenient to stop by. A great choice for a comforting South Indian breakfast.

Last time I visited this restaurant was around 10-12yrs back while I was a Management trainee in Malayala Manorama. This restaurant is in Kottayam, near to the Malayala Manorama office. The food is ok, nothing to hype about the place. Their dosa with chicken curry or kheema dosa is good. Meals is just normal, even the lime juice was not great. During lunch time, the place was crowded. I would not suggest this place as one to be tried, nothing much that would give you an experience either on the food or service. Parking - Available Food - 2/5 Service - 2/5 Hygiene - 3/5 Ambience - 2/5 Washrooms - 3/5 Location : Kottayam, opposite to Malayala Manorama office

I recently visited this restaurant with my family, and I can honestly say it was one of the yummiest food I’ve had in all of Kerala. We travel a lot and eat out often, but this place truly stands out for its authentic, homely Kerala flavours. Every dish tasted like it was made with love — the kind that comes from someone who truly enjoys cooking and serving. From the outside, the restaurant looks simple and unassuming, but inside it’s a treasure with a warm, homely vibe. We loved every single dish we tried. An extraordinary gem in Kottayam! ♥️

Thali Restaurant is a beloved staple in Kottayam, located conveniently across Malayala Manorama on KK Road. Offers both vegetarian and non‑veg thali meals, dosas, biryanis, and more. Standouts include their fish curry meals, and traditional "pothichoru". It's best to visit outside peak lunch hours or come prepared for the lively crowd and simple charm. The ambience is simple—no frills, just focus on food.