Cochin Majlis

Alappuzha (Alleppey)


Indian, Chinese and Arabic flavours collide at smart Cochin Majlis, whose sprawling air-con dining hall and smattering of terrace tables are set back from the road. Tandoori offerings include kalimirchi chicken, while thalis come in veg, fish or chicken format. Or go for local seafood, noodles, shawarma and biryanis.


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