If you could fall in love twice with a place, Varkala it is! With heaps of cool places to eat, yoga studios, and boutique shops Varkala is the perfect place to chill. Mostly a youth-tourist hub, Varkala has given rise to cafe culture, and here we bring to you some of the most popular options in town!
Darjeeling Café
Darjeeling cafe is a must visit when in Varkala. The hippie vibe of the place and the breathtaking view from the café will definitely make your heart swoon. In the evenings, it’s the perfect spot to stare at the sun setting, taking its own sweet time. They have a wide variety of options in their menu ranging from Tibetan food to North Indian. It is the go-to for an evening date or even a quick snack!
Address: Middle Cliff
Price for Two: INR 1000
Café Italiano
If you are looking for some good Italian food in Varkala, then Café Italiano is the place to be. It is a quiet and a serene place by the cliff that offers not only an amazing view of the Arabian Sea but some delicious to relish. Designed with an in-house mini library, this cafe is best to visit in the evening. It’ll be your happy place!
Address: North Cliff, Varkala Beach
Price for Two: INR 500
Coffee Temple
The Coffee Temple is located on the Varkala cliff overlooking Arabian Sea. Those craving for a coffee fix in Varkala should look no further than Coffee Temple. Coffee beans here are freshly ground, making it more than just ‘a perfect-cup’ experience. They also serve a huge range of juices, salads and some Indian treats. What really makes this place standout are the classic tunes from the 70s and 80s which create a laid-back vibe.
Address: North Cliff, Helipad
Price for Two: INR 500
Café del Mar
Another must-visit on Varkala’s North Cliff, Café del Mar is the in-house restaurant of Hill View Beach Resort. What matters most for a restaurant are ambience and food and this cafe scores highly on both. It has an excellent menu which includes all kinds of cuisines like Indian, Italian and Chinese. Grab a book from the shelf and enjoy your leisure time while listening to the waves.
Address: Northcliff
Price for Two: INR 1,000
InDa Café
This lovely café sets the perfect mood for a laid back breakfast. This shack-like restaurant provides a great beach vibe in addition to its wide variety of continental style breakfast options. It is one of the best cafes in Varkala and is just perfect if you’re seeking the company of the sea and the sand while you have the perfect meal.
Address: 1/153a, Kurakkanni, Inda Hotel
Price for Two: INR 500
Trattorias
Trattorias is a quaint little café that serves decent pastas, pizzas and European breakfasts, but the menu is equally pan-Asian and Indian with seafood platters and Keralan fish dishes. We recommend you to reserve a balcony sitting area to savour the best view while you munch on your order!
Address: North Black Beach
Price for Two: INR 1,000
Tibetan Kitchen
Tibetan Kitchen is the perfect place for you if you are in the mood for great Momos and Thukpa. Tibetan Kitchen has quite a romantic setting with handmade lamps, Beatles-like music and a fascinating view of the ocean from its gallery. Best known for its Hummus-Falafel Platters, Thukpa, Thentuk, Tingmo Breads, Kebabs, Momos and a small but delicious collection of desserts.
Address: Papanasam Cliff, next to Hill Top Ayurvedic Beach Resort
Price for Two: INR 1,000
Nomad
With vibrant décor and a calming view, this café offers the right amount of relaxing and comforting vibes. A wonderful place to have some amazing BBQ seafood. You can spend hours looking at the sea and the waves. Nomad serves both Indian and Continental cuisine.
Address: North cliff
Price for Two: INR 1,500
Eco Puccini Lala Art Café
This eco-friendly, creative and healthy café will offer you all you need: great seasonal South Indian dishes, flavour, generosity, smiles, sea views and a quiet back garden to relax in a hammock. It is definitely one of most beautifully decorated space in North Cliff. The food is delicious, cooked with love, with a great variety of healthy dishes – there’s something for everyone!
Address: North cliff
Price for Two: INR 1,000
Benny’s Café
Benny’s cafe is a must if you want to experience the real Varkala atmosphere. Looking at the shop, you wouldn’t even guess the killer cold coffee that is served in this cafe. Situated between the beach and the temple, you can enjoy a cup of espresso from his own cultivation in a very pleasant, generous atmosphere. There is also a variety of home-grown high-quality spices. This café will definitely be one of the reasons for you to go to Varkala.
Address: Varkala Beach Road
Price for Two: INR 500
