Kodaikanal Foodie Itinerary - August 2023

1. Day 1: Munchees
   10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Kodaikanal Bus Stand

   Start your foodie adventure with a breakfast at Munchees, a popular eatery known for its freshly baked pastries and cakes, sandwiches, and coffee. Try their egg puff and veg puff along with a cup of hot filter coffee. After indulging in your breakfast, head over to the Kodaikanal Lake for a leisurely boat ride.

2. Day 2: Al Baiq
   15 minutes (2 miles) from Kodaikanal Lake

   Have an authentic Arabian dining experience at Al Baiq restaurant, which serves mouth-watering kebabs, biryanis, and Shawarmas. Their hummus, falafel and chicken kabsa are must-tries. After lunch, visit the Silver Cascade Falls, one of the most popular waterfalls in Kodaikanal.

3. Day 3: Potluck
   20 minutes (3.5 miles) from Silver Cascade Falls

   Enjoy a delectable lunch at Potluck, a charming restaurant that specializes in traditional Indian cuisine. You can try dishes like biryani, masala dosa, and sambar rice. After lunch, explore the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory.

4. Day 4: Tava Vegetarian Restaurant
   15 minutes (1.5 miles) from Kodaikanal Solar Observatory

   End your foodie trip with a vegetarian feast at Tava Vegetarian Restaurant, known for its authentic South Indian cuisine. Their masala dosa, vada sambhar, and rava kesari are a must-try. After lunch, relax and enjoy a scenic view at the Pillar Rocks.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Munchees (breakfast) (1 hour, INR 300)
• Kodaikanal Lake (2 hours, INR 200 for rowboat)
• Al Baiq (lunch) (1.5 hours, INR 800)
• Silver Cascade Falls (1 hour, INR 50)
• Potluck (lunch) (1.5 hours, INR 650)
• Kodaikanal Solar Observatory (1 hour, INR 50)
• Tava Vegetarian Restaurant (lunch) (1.5 hours, INR 700)
• Pillar Rocks (1 hour, INR 50)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 2800

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, you can visit the Bryant Park, Coaker's Walk, and the Perumal Peak. You can subtract the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory if you're not interested in science, or add a food tour that takes you to all the famous street food stalls for a more immersive experience.