3-Day Trivandrum Itinerary for Foodies

  1. Day 1: Breakfast in Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
    15 minutes (6.3 km) from Trivandrum Central Railway Station

    The ancient Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is not only a sacred place but also an excellent destination for a sumptuous breakfast to begin our food adventure. The temple serves a traditional vegetarian breakfast, which includes Puttu, Appam, Sambhar and Chutney. This typical breakfast experience will be a great way to start our day in Trivandrum.

  2. Day 1: Lunch at Ente Keralam
    10 minutes (4 km) from Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple

    Ente Keralam is a famous restaurant in Trivandrum, which offers authentic Kerala cuisine. This place offers a calm ambiance, and the food is not only delicious, but it also showcases the distinctive flavors of the state. Here, you can enjoy having Karimeen Pollichathu, Chemmeen Ularthiyathu, and Malabar Parotta.

  3. Day 1: Dinner at Villa Maya
    24 minutes (10 km) from Ente Keralam

    Villa Maya is an elegant place that is well-known for its luxurious ambience and authentic Kerala delicacies. The restaurant, which is situated in a restored 18th-century Dutch manor, offers an exquisite dining experience. Here, you can savor meals like Chemeen Thengapal Curry, Malabar Fish Curry, and Appam.

  4. Day 2: Breakfast at Indian Coffee House
    13 minutes (5.5 km) from Villa Maya

    Indian Coffee House is a classic spot that has been serving breakfast to locals since the 1950s. The place offers a lively atmosphere and serves tasty breakfast at reasonable prices. Here, you can relish a variety of dishes including - Masala Dosa, Vada, Sambar and, of course, the South Indian filter coffee.

  5. Day 2: Lunch at Suprabhatam
    24 minutes (8.5 km) from Indian Coffee House

    Suprabhatam is another famous restaurant in Trivandrum that serves authentic South Indian cuisine. The restaurant's service is prompt, and the menu features a wide assortment of dishes such as Appam, Fish Curry, Kappa and Meen Curry, among others.

  6. Day 2: Dinner at Buhari Restaurant
    19 minutes (7.5 km) from Suprabhatam

    Buhari is one of the oldest restaurants in Trivandrum which serves authentic non-veg food. The must-try dishes include Shawarma Roll, Chicken Tikka Roll, Mutton Biryani, and Buhari's special Chicken 65. The restaurant is famous for its quick service and the food is affordable.

  7. Day 3: Breakfast at Ayyappa Mess
    22 minutes (9.2 km) from Buhari Restaurant

    Ayyappa Mess is a small and simple restaurant in Trivandrum that serves delicious South Indian breakfast & lunch at affordable prices. Here, you can enjoy having Puttu with Kadala Curry, Appam with Egg Roast, and Masala Dosa.

  8. Day 3: Lunch at Fusion Restaurant
    18 minutes (7.5 km) from Ayyappa Mess

    Fusion is a multi-cuisine restaurant where you can indulge in world cuisine with a touch of Indian ingredients. They have dishes from Japanese, Chinese, Italian, Continental, and Indian cuisines. Here you can have Thai Green Curry, Peking Duck, and Pasta and Grilled Fish with herbs.

  9. Day 3: Dinner at Zam Zam
    11 minutes (3.9 km) from Fusion Restaurant

    Zam Zam is a must-visit restaurant in Trivandrum due to its history and taste. They serve an authentic Arabic food with a range of dishes like Shawarma, Kabab, Falafel, Fatoush and Hummus. The restaurant is famous for its lovely ambiance, wonderful service, and a diverse selection of dishes.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Ente Keralam (1.5 hours, INR 1000)
  • Villa Maya (2 hours, INR 2000)
  • Indian Coffee House (1.5 hours, INR 300)
  • Suprabhatam (1.5 hours, INR 800)
  • Buhari Restaurant (1.5 hours, INR 500)
  • Ayyappa Mess (1 hour, INR 100)
  • Fusion Restaurant (2 hours, INR 1500)
  • Zam Zam (1.5 hours, INR 600)
  • Total Estimated Costs (9 days, INR 7800)

Useful Tips

Trivandrum offers a variety of unique dishes to indulge in. If you're interested in trying different cuisines, you might want to consider adding in some fine dining experiences, such as Villa Maya, and Fusion, or adding more street food style experience, like trying different food at Shangumugham Beach. If you're in Trivandrum for only 2 days, consider skipping Ayyappa Mess or Zam Zam restaurants.

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