Where to Eat in Kannur
Eating out in Kannur is simple and good value. Most of the places travellers use sit in the town centre, along Fort Road near St Angelo Fort, and near Baby Beach, so meals fit easily around sightseeing.
For local food, look for kitchens known for Malabar dishes such as Thalassery biryani, pathiri and fresh fish curry. Seafood is at its best near the coast.
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Kannothumchal
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Padanapalam
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Talap
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Thavakkara
Not sure what to order? The Kannur food guide starts from the dishes — what each one is, when to eat it, and which of these kitchens is known for it.
Tips for Eating in Kannur
- Fort Road and the Baby Beach area are convenient for a meal after St Angelo Fort or Payyambalam Beach.
- Kannur town has the widest choice of Malabar and Kerala restaurants.
- Lunch is the main meal at many local eateries, and rice meals may run out by mid-afternoon.
- Biryani is often best at lunchtime, when it is freshly made.
- Seafood choices depend on the day's catch and are more limited in the monsoon.
- Many family restaurants do not serve alcohol.
- Carry some cash for smaller places, although many accept UPI payments.
Questions
Kannur — FAQ
Where should I eat in Kannur?
4 places are listed here, across 4 areas. Each entry says what that kitchen is known for rather than reprinting its menu, so pick by the dish you want and the area you'll be in.
What should I order in Kannur?
Start from the dishes rather than the restaurants — the Kannur food guide covers what each dish is and when to eat it, then links to the places that do it well.
Where can I eat near St Angelo Fort?
Fort Road, which leads to the fort, has restaurants including Kaema Restaurant. The Baby Beach area nearby also has places to eat.
Where can I try seafood in Kannur?
Restaurants near Baby Beach, along Fort Road and in town serve fish curry and fried fish. Ask for Kannur fish curry and whatever came in that day.
Are restaurants in Kannur expensive?
No. Kannur is affordable, and a filling meal at a local restaurant costs much less than in larger Kerala tourist towns.