The main rule for a tourist who arrived in Kovalas is to wash your arms before meals. In any either, there will definitely be running water, do not worry. Even in the smallest. In general, Kovalas are a promoted resort, where there are really many tourists. It may be less popular than Goa's resorts, but in comparison with a number of other resort towns, he does not occupy popularity. Cafes and restaurants there is a whole mountain - choose to get tired. Therefore, a small tip, which institutions of the city can be viewed on vacation in Kovalam:
"3rd Rock"
(G.V. Raja Road, Next to Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel & Spa)A small cozy Indian cuisine restaurant is practically on the beach. Food and Maintenance Stunning - Amazing staff! Tables are standing along the coast, in the evening they put candles on them - perfect for a romantic dinner.
However, sometimes in the cafe is very crowded, and therefore you can not even catch free tables, so it's better to book the table in advance. Prices in the restaurant are reasonable, there is cold beer and wine in the menu. Mast visit town!
"Sanjeevini Restaurant"
(on SAMUDRA Beach, near the Country Spa Wellness Beach Resort)Here you have another excellent restaurant indian cuisine with a very beautiful view of the beach and the ocean. I want to sit and enjoy in the tank forever! The kitchen is quite good, in addition to Indian, by the way, there are some European (but, in general, of course - local).
It pleases and the location of the restaurant - there is no crowd of tourists or shops nearby, so in the restaurant is always quiet - only splashes waves are heard. It is especially pleasant to come here to have a good breakfast, drink fresh juice. It is also nice that the restaurant manager, Shiva, speaks Russian very well in Russian (by the way, and not only in Russian - knows 8 languages).
This Shiva is always ready to help not only in the choice of dishes - you can contact him and on other issues regarding the town (in particular, where to buy good alcohol). Very touches the heat in communication and sincere care of staff. The price tag in the restaurant is the same as in other places of town. Be sure to look here!
"Jothi Vilas Pure Veg Restaurant"
(Next to the hotel KTDC Samudra Kovalam and in front of Uday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel & Spa, Samuesto Beach)Cheap vegetarian cuisine restaurant. It is beautiful, clean and quiet, very unusual for India. By the way, you can cook something not on the menu (within reasonable, of course).
Employees Friendly -withs, there are few of them (sometimes it happens that one waiter and one manager for all fifteen tables), so sometimes you have to wait for the order longer (some are waiting for the hour - although they promised that the leadership was changed, and such troubles more not foreshadowed). Here is such a little vegetarian paradise!
Bait Seafood Restaurant
(Vattappara Road, Kovalam Beach, Landmark on Vivanta by Taj - Green Cove)A pretty beach restaurant of seafood (Kerala, Indian, International Kitchen) The most delightful way is located between the beach and a small sunken. Crab soup, shrimp, mussels, lobsters, crabs, fish for every taste and color, pizza with seafood (better than in Italy!) And much more - everything is prepared here just great!
Plus, the fresh ocean breeze and silence around is very cool. There are no strong drinks, so only non-alcoholic cocktails. But be sure to try Virgin Mary, if you like sharp. Summit service, and in the evenings there can be live music - it is not surprising that tourists come here even from other beaches of the resort. However, prices for town are high.
"Oyster Restaurant"
(on Lighthouse Beach)Pleasant clean seafood restaurant with solid wooden furniture of light tones and open layout. Everything is very fresh and tasty, but it is worth all these are quite small money (well, or the same as everywhere). Especially recommended for dinner - a romantic atmosphere is provided (because at the same time you can admire the sunset!).
As for the menu, it can be advised to order, first of all, it is fish - prepare her in this place masterfully! However, other dishes are good - Birini, for example (this is such a second dish of Basmati rice with fish and vegetables) and tiger shrimps in garlic oil - Mm, fingers losing!
Chef Bravo! APPU (owner) and his team are real professionals: work without pressure, imposition, with a slight smile. By the way, the kitchen can be seen from the hall, and you can simultaneize the process of cooking.
"Malabar Cafe"
(next to Jeevan Beach Resort and Hotel Sea View Palace, Lighthouse Beach)Great seafood beach restaurant! However, by you will not pass - very convincing local names! Seafood are decomposed at the entrance to the restaurant the most appetizing way.
The price of food for the beach establishment is perhaps high - for example, 2 medium size and 2 beers will cost you for 3000 rupees. You can advise to try the gigantic crab Masala and shrimp - very solid! By the way, in addition to seafood, meat dishes can be offered here (for example, burgers), as well as pizza, pasta, etc.
"CURRY LEAF"
(Lila Beach, next to the mosque)This beach restaurant is extremely pleasant to sit at lunch, and in the evening, because You can admire a beautiful sunset. Indian kitchen - on the four, but everything is more than tasty! All in Indian traditions, with a large number of spices - in general, on a true amateur and connoisseur of traditional cuisine.
Even if something is not in the menu, you will try to cook at your request. There is still a menu in Russian, and even pleased that, compared to neighboring restaurants, there is somehow hygienic. True, there are also cons. For example, prices here, it seems like, higher than in restaurants on Lightyus Beach (but in general, they can be considered acceptable).
"BETHEL VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT"
(behind Hotel Neelakanda and Best Way Ayurvedic Resort)This is a strictly vegetarian restaurant, but even the meatstams are worth looking here. This is not one of those restaurants that can be seen immediately. He hid among tightly packaged small alleys and guest houses.
You will likely, most likely, ask local residents to direct you to the restaurant. The atmosphere is very simple, outdoor tables, good food. For example, feed here (and feed is something like a vegetarian wage on yogurt) light, fresh and tropical, unlike feed in other restaurants, which is usually heavy and very creamy.
