Hungry At Edappally? Affordable Lunch Spots For The Office Crowd
- 05 Apr 2017
- Sunaya
- Features
Be it at an office or college, 1pm is thought to be a tough time for your mind, your body, and especially for your tummy! Your mind drifts to mouthwatering thoughts, your body feels tired and devoid of something, and your tummy? It’s rumbling and roaring and making it’s presence known! It’s lunch break, so pick your bags and take a walk to the nearest eat outs for a scrumptious meal. Are you hungry at Edappally? Here are a few places you could dive in for your perfect small lunch break on a budget.
Lunchbox
133, PJ Antony Road, Edappally, Kochi
Missing home? Especially your mom’s food? Then this should definitely be on your list. Beautifully decorated with movie banners, it takes you away from the busy city life. Perfect homely food at affordable rates, and their service too, makes you feel at home.
Thalassery Restaurant
Toll Junction, Edappally, Kochi
If you are looking for an authentic and aromatic Thalassery Chicken Biriyani, then this small restaurant is your best option. It’s got a very normal and comfortable ambience. Thalassery biriyani fans should definitely this place a try!
Thaam Arabica
Edapally Toll Gate Junction Koonamthai, Edappally, Kochi
How about a rich diversity of Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Indian food? Walk in to Thaam Arabica. Take a quick bite from their variety of shawarma’s or go heavy with their Al-Faham at pocket friendly rates. Arabic food at the end of the month can now be an option with this simple restaurant.
Hotel Saravana Bhavan
V.A.M Arcade, Edappally Toll Junction, Edappally, Kochi
A very pleasant and neat ambience for all non-meat eaters. The perfect lunch served to you traditionally will fill your tummy and mind. Their ghee roast and medhu vada are delicacies! The staff too are ever welcoming and polite. The shop also offers a stall outside with sweets if you’ve got a sweet tooth, do not miss it.
Ifthar
KK Building, Opposite Pittappillil, Edappally, Kochi
Not so hungry but need a bite of something good, yes I got it! Ifthar offers you the best malabari snacks around. It is lunch time so don’t be too light, go ahead and order a plate of ‘omana pathiri’ (something like a Frankie, filled with egg and chicken kheema). Try ‘Kay Pola’ and get the sweet taste of bananas and dry fruits. This little crowded shop will serve your food within minutes!
Butter Chef’s Dubai restaurant
Near Parutheli Palam, Edapally Toll
Go fancy with the biryani at Dubai restaurant. Their chicken bamboo biriyani is a sight for the eye and a tickle on your taste buds. It is a little on the expensive side but offers a good variety menu. After all, a good Biriyani is enjoyed by most Kochiites.
Café d Arabica
Juma Masjid Building, Bypass Junction, National Highway 17, Near Lulu Mall, Edappally, Kochi
In the mood for some grill with mayo and veggies? This place offers you with amazing fish Al-faham for seafood lovers. The ambience is not fancy-high yet it's minimalistic and simple. They are buzzing in town, famous for their grills and shawarmas. Go here for some yummy Arabic food at good prices.
Thaal
Toll Junction, Sobha Rd, Unnichira, Koonamthai, Edappally, Ernakulam, Kerala 682024
With a variety of beef items at reasonably priced rates, this place is a favourite among beef lovers. Not just beef, there are other delicacies of chicken, fish and veggies too. The food is delicious and the ambience is casual. If you’re someone who prefers some quiet time at home as you eat, home delivery and take out is available as well.
Aahar
Sonia Nagar, Edappally, Ernakulam, Kerala 682565
Fresh homely food with a ‘naadan’ touch. The friendly service and the village like feel to the place adds to its magic. They don’t own a refrigerator and the food is mostly served on banana leaves. Try the varieties of puttu available if you ever do go there. It’s a must visit spot for foodies and nadan food lovers as the food is not just fresh, it’s also mouthwateringly delicious!
Khyber Fast Food
Surabhi Road, Nethaji Nagar, Edappally, Ernakulam, Kerala 682024
When you’re at a low on budget but still want to enjoy some savoury food near the Lulu Mall, this spot is ideal. The biggest asset to this place is its low rates and its proximity to the Mall. Also you get the classic fast food here, like kothu parotta and chilly chicken.
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