The pasta here is solid &mdash; had the tomato basil one and it hit the spot. Soups are good too. Place has that European bistro feel, simple chairs and warm lighting, nothing fancy but comfortable enough to sit for a while. Service was quick when I went. Maybe not mind-blowing, but it does the job for a casual meal.

The view from the top floor is the real deal&mdash;watch the fishermen while you eat. Food was decent, prices a bit steep though. Cool hut-style roof keeps it breezy for an afternoon bite.

We stopped by for breakfast and I have to say the aloo paratha really hit the spot. Crispy outside, plenty of filling inside, and the yogurt on the side balanced it nicely. My husband ordered the masala omelette and it was loaded with veggies. Only small thing - the coffee was already sweetened when it arrived. I prefer mine plain, so just keep that in mind if you&#39;re particular about your coffee. Otherwise a comfortable spot to start the day.

Fresh prawns and crab were solid. Got a rooftop table without asking. Place is basic but food does the job.

The tandoori tiger prawns were really good, and the coconut rice went well with it. Portion size was decent for the price, which surprised me honestly. Place is right by the beach so you get that breeze while eating. Owners speak multiple languages, made ordering easy. Just wish the prawns came with a bit more sauce, but not a big deal.

The paneer curry tasted fresh and the spices were balanced just right. Prices felt fair for the portion size. Wish they had more veggie options though.

The spiral ramp is honestly the coolest part&mdash;felt like I was walking through history. Chicken cutlet and filter coffee were solid too, and super easy on the pocket. Great spot to bring friends for a casual catch-up 😄

The seafood basket with prawns and lobster was really good. Portions were generous and the staff were friendly. Would come back for that again.

Came in at 9:25 and they were closing but still seated us. Said they never turn anyone away hungry. Food was fresh, service was genuinely kind. That stuck with me.

Came here with a couple of friends on a busy evening. The food was solid&mdash;we ordered a few things to share and everything tasted fresh. Service was a bit slow though, our dishes took forever to come out. Staff looked super stressed. But honestly the food made up for it. Would come back for the flavors, just maybe on a quieter day 😅

Tried the brunch buffet at Malabar Cafe today. Mutton biryani was properly spiced and smelled amazing. Dessert counter had decent options too. Staff kept checking on us, which was nice.

The walk up is a bit steep but once you&rsquo;re there it&rsquo;s so peaceful, away from all the crowd. We got the seafood platter for two and it was plenty. Staff even adjusted the spice level for us.

The Travancore food festival is on right now &mdash; tried their fish curry and it was pretty solid. Good mix of regional dishes, though the place gets crowded fast.

The fish was really good and the host made us feel comfortable. Portion size felt fair for what we paid, especially compared to the pricier spots near the beach. Quiet spot too.

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