Mocha Art Cafe

This gorgeous, multiroom, 300-year-old spice warehouse, built in Dutch style, was once lived in by the rabbis of Mattancherry's synagogue, which you can admire from a snug original window booth. Open-brick walls, vertical gardens and local art add a contemporary touch. Cooking here is a skilful blend of Keralan curries, omelettes and wholewheat sandwiches, and cakes from the on-site bakery.