A Foodie's Delight: 2-Day Itinerary to Explore Kodaikanal's Cuisine

  1. Day 1: Breakfast at Royal Tibet Restaurant
    10 minutes (2.1 km) from Kodaikanal Road Railway Station

    Start your day with a filling breakfast of piping hot Tibetan delicacies at the Royal Tibet Restaurant. The restaurant serves delectable Tibetan dishes like Thukpa, Momos, and soups. The hot and spicy food is perfect for a chilly morning in Kodaikanal. Make sure you don't miss out on their delectable ginger-honey-lemon tea.

  2. Day 1: Savory Bites at Dominique's Café
    15 minutes (3 km) from Royal Tibet Restaurant

    Dominique's Cafe is a must-visit for a foodie in Kodaikanal. With a view to die for, and freshly baked goodies, this place will make your heart sing. The cafe serves a variety of croissants, sandwiches, and a wide range of homemade pastries, cakes, and bread. Make sure you try their quiches and chocolate eclairs.

  3. Day 1: Lunch at Cloud Street Café
    15 minutes (3.3 km) from Dominique's Café

    Located on the main road, Cloud Street Cafe is a unique joint that serves some of the most delicious food in Kodaikanal. The place has a vacation vibe to it, and their delectable breakfast menu to munch on all day. The cafe is famous for its wood-fired pizzas, burgers, pasta, and sandwiches. The outdoor seating area has an excellent view of the valley.

  4. Day 1: Dinner at Muncheez
    20 minutes (6 km) from Cloud Street Café

    End your day on a high note with dinner at Muncheez. This vibrant eatery with its dim lighting and colorful decor serves authentic Indian street food. From their famous chaat platter to their butter chicken, everything on the menu is drool-worthy. Do try their Kulfi, a delicious Indian ice-cream served in assorted flavors.

  5. Day 2: Café Cariappa for Breakfast
    10 minutes (2.2 km) from Muncheez

    Dive into the second day with a sumptuous breakfast at Café Cariappa. The cozy joint is popular among tourists and serves excellent coffee and tea. The breakfast menu includes a variety of pancakes, waffles, and sandwiches. Do try their signature dish, the Granola Bowl.

  6. Day 2: South Indian Delicacies at Astoria Veg Restaurant
    5 minutes (1 km) from Café Cariappa

    Head over to Astoria Veg Restaurant for a filling lunch. The place serves an extensive menu of South Indian delicacies. From fluffy idlis to crispy dosas, their food is made with high-quality ingredients and care. Do try their famous South Indian Thali - a platter of different curries, rice, chapati, salad, and dessert.

  7. Day 2: Organic Treats at Eco Nut
    5 minutes (1.1 km) from Astoria Veg Restaurant

    Eco Nut is Kodaikanal's first organic supermarket, cafe and bakery, and the perfect place to enjoy a healthy snack. They serve some of the best organic food in Kodaikanal and include salads, soups, and sandwiches made from fresh organic ingredients. Their cakes, cookies, and juices are popular among the visitors too.

  8. Day 2: Dinner at Carlton Hotel
    10 minutes (2.5 km) from Eco Nut

    End the trip with a scrumptious dinner at Carlton Hotel, one of the oldest hotels in Kodaikanal. Their menu has an excellent selection of continental, Indian and Chinese dishes. The luxurious, colonial-style ambience and the courteous staff make dining at Carlton a memorable experience.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Royal Tibet Restaurant (1 hour, INR 400)
  • Dominique's Cafe (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Cloud Street Cafe (1.5 hours, INR 800)
  • Muncheez (1.5 hours, INR 1000)
  • Café Cariappa (1 hour, INR 400)
  • Astoria Veg Restaurant (1.5 hours, INR 600)
  • Eco Nut (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Carlton Hotel (2 hours, INR 1500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 5500

Useful Tips

If you have an extra day, you can explore the town's surroundings and visit the serene Kodaikanal Lake or go for a trek in the Kodaikanal Wildlife Sanctuary. If you have a sweet tooth, try the cakes and pastries at Pastry Corner and visit Potluck for some yummy snacks. If you fancy a drink, consider a visit to Barbeque Bay or the Great Indian Wine Tasting Room. If you have less time, cut out a meal or two. You could miss out on lunch at Cloud Street Cafe and Eco Nut.

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