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Tuesday, July 18, 2017

Anjappar: Chettinad Cuisine Comes to Cochin!

Anjappar Restaurant Review

Anjappar is the most recent addition to the food scene at LuLu mall. With tempting Chettinad style cuisine on offer, the restaurant adds some new variety to what is available in the mall and even Kochi in general. Nestled in a cozy corner on the 2nd floor, Anjappar is isolated from the main shopping area & offers privacy in the midst of all the mayhem. Service is good and most of the staff are Tamilians.
We were seated in the area closer to the entrance, which has good seating capacity, with around 15 tables. There is also an inner seating area which happened to be closed at the time we visited, so we couldn't go there.

The decor consists of really rustic carved doors & wooden craftsmanship. Paintings depicting daily life scenes from Tamil Nadu's countryside adorn the walls. The ceiling has a sloped-roof effect typical of the inside of a traditional house, complete with woodwork which is really pretty to look at. It literally makes you feel like you walked into a house [with a lot of tables though!]. One of the other things that strike you is the attention to detail and quality in the tableware they utilize. The glasses are metallic and of a unique shape; akin to a standard tapered glass with a spherical area towards the bottom and had a petal shaped mat. The sauce/chutney holders are also of metal. Even the bill comes in a pretty little carved metal, velvet lined box. All these little points add a touch of class which is sorely missing in most places these days and is a welcome departure.

Fish Fingers

The fish fingers were accompanied by small bowl of garlic dipping sauce and were decorated with shredded red cabbage and a sprig of coriander. King fish was used, so they did not have any excessively strong fishy flavour which we liked. 
Fish Fingers at Anjappar, Edappally, Kochi.
The coating was fried to a nice medium brown colour and was satisfyingly crisp and crunchy. The fingers themselves were seasoned to perfection with the mild flavour of the garlic dip providing an extra boost in flavour. 

Chicken Pakoras

Chicken pakoras arrived on a plate adorned with a few raw onion rings and a sprig of parsley scattered on top. As the photo below would indicate, they were fried to a uniform golden brown colour. 
Chicken Pakora at Anjappar, Edappally, Kochi.
The pakoras were crisp & tasty with detectable shreds of chicken among the mild spices. We would however, like to mention that they were somewhat smaller than expected in terms of size.

Anjappar Special Chicken Curry

As main dishes, we decided to opt for Anjappar chicken curry, which can be either dry or with gravy. We opted for the latter. In terms of quantity, the curry was enough for 2 people [or one really hungry person!]. 
Chicken Curry at Anjappar, Edappally, Kochi.
It consisted of a dark brown, masala style gravy typical of a Chettinad style dish with a few whole spices like red chilly too. It was not excruciatingly hot and the typical Southern taste was notable

Karaikudi Kal Dosai

This dish was not unlike a set-dosa. It was thinner however, with a uniform thickness and lots of characteristic holes. 
Karaikudi Kal Dosai at Anjappar, Edappally, Kochi.
The dosa itself was mostly soft and had a slightly crisp outer layer. Served with lentil stew [read: sambhar], it makes for a tasty and reasonably healthy dinner or breakfast dish.

Virudhunagar Fried Parota

As its name suggests, this turned out to be a layered flatbread which was deep fried to a golden brown colour
Virudhnagar Fried Parota at Anjappar, Edappally, Kochi.
This item can be summarized in two words: crisp and oily
It was really crisp all over, almost like biting into a papad(om). To be honest, we do not know how this parota is actually supposed to be but we felt it was probably a bit too crisp, like it was fried for too long. Definitely not for the calorie conscious either as it was absolutely drenched in oil too; being a layered item it absorbs a lot. If you want something really crisp however, this would be your bet.

Kutralam Parotta

Highly comparable to the Kerala/Malabar Porotta, the Kutralam parotta was similarly soft and had layers. It differentiates itself a little in terms of texture, which was slightly stretchy thanks to all the gluten and required you to chew well. We unanimously felt that it was not as good as the regular Kerala porotta. It was good but just not distinct enough to differentiate itself from a good Malabar Porotta and we may give this one a pass next time.


To sum it all up, Anjappar offers pretty decent Chettinad items that you would be hard pressed to find anywhere else in Kochi. The quality of the food is good. Not to mention the unique ambiance and interesting table layout. We are happy to report that the prices [as of July 2017] were reasonable too and we came away feeling quite satiated. We feel it has potential and look forward to trying out new bits from the menu. Worth another visit for an experience that is out of this "state"! 


Type of Cuisine: Chettinad, South Indian non-vegetarian and vegetarian
Location


Second floor of LuLu Mall, Edapally.

Parking: Mall parking at LuLu [Chargeable] is fine except on very busy days and weekends when it may get full and you might have to wait to find a spot.
Ambience: Very Good: Discrete from rest of mall, good seating capacity, nice utensils, adequate spacing between tables, well lit. 
Service: Good.
What we liked/Recommended for:

  • Good variety of Chettinad food on offer. 
  • Reasonably well made dishes. 
  • Very good ambiance. 
  • Decent value. 
Potential Shortcomings:
Some items seemed more oily than needed; may not be much of a problem.
Taxes: Included in priceno fat tax applicable.
Phone Number: +91 484 272 8305
Timings: 11:00 - 23:00
Restaurant Website: https://www.anjappar.com/
On Zomato:
      Anjappar Chettinad Restaurant Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato


Have you tried out Chettinad food at Anjappar? Do share your experience in the comments below! 

Monday, March 20, 2017

Ifthar Restaurants: Let the Feast Begin!

Ifthar Restaurant Review

Muslims have incredible culinary skills and make some rather well known dishes characteristic of South India and Kerala. Their dishes constitute an important part of the traditional Kerala cuisine and have great variety too. Although the best 'Moplah' dishes may be served in their own houses, there are a few restaurants that do serve their cuisine. Ifthar is one such chain. On to the review now!
There are numerous branches of Ifthar all over Kochi. The one we visited was at Thoppumpady, after a trip to the Kochi Muziris Biennalle. It was a regular looking place with  moderate seating arrangements. Located at a busy junction, it had a good crowd. The ambiance is pretty average at best, being well lit but otherwise just ordinary.

The glass counter showcased all the items, which truly lived upto its name. There was a variety of traditional Muslim delicacies, making it difficult to limit our choice! After some deliberation, we settled for the following items: layered meat 'pathiri', kabsa, killikoodu, fried pathiri etc.

Chatti Pathiri [Steamed Savoury Rice and Chicken Cake]

The chatti pathiri is like a type of savoury cake which consists of rice pancakes layered with spiced meat filling which are then steamed together. This is then cut into wedges to be served, much like a pastry. The preparation is somewhat similar to lasagna except that it uses different ingredients and does not have cheese, nor is it baked. 'Chatti' actually means pot.
Layered Pathiri at Ifthar
It is steamed and thus, has a soft texture throughout. The meat is not particularly noticeable as it is finely shredded but the flavour is there.

Killikoodu [Scotch Egg]

The Killikoodu, which means 'bird's nest' comes with a spiced chicken mince outer covering that encompasses a quail egg. This whole thing is dipped in beaten egg and rolled in vermicelli.
'Killikoodu' i.e. birds nest, a type of Scotch Egg, at Ifthar
This is then fried till the vermicelli is crisp and brown, making it look like a weaver bird's nest. It is slightly spicy and is a textural treat with the crunchy vermicelli and soft egg and meat providing wonderful levels of contrast.

Fried Pathiri [Fried Flatbread]

The fried pathiri came garnished with a slice of carrot stuck onto it using a toothpick.
Fried Pathiri at Ifthar
Fried pathiri is made with rice dough rolled out rather thick and fried. This one was well made; with a crisp light brown layer on the outside and was soft on the inside.

Kabsa [Rice Dish with Chicken]

The kabsa however, was rather disappointing as some of us tried it for the first time and had a lot of expectations. It tasted like an overcooked pulao at best, with chicken pieces. My dad had tried it from a few other places and could confirm that the one served to us was really not up to the mark.


There were plenty of other snacks like puffs, beef, chicken or mutton fried items, rolls etc. A juice counter was also there with plenty of fresh juices on offer. They also had biryani, porotta, curries and other dishes. Prices were reasonable, targeting the normal population. Great place for experiencing local Muslim cuisine with good quality snacks and great variety.


Type of Cuisine: South Indian Muslim/Moplah Dishes
Location(s)


Opposite Chennatt Electricals, Thoppumbady.


Near Airtel Store, Edappally Toll, Edappally.


Parking: Few cars in front, should be sufficient.
Ambience: Average, adequate spacing between tables, well lit. Reasonably clean
Service: Good.
What we liked/Recommended for:

  • Well made Muslim delicacies. 
  • Good selection of items. 
  • Edappally branch open late into the night. 
  • Decent pricing.
Potential Shortcomings: 
Kabsa was disappointing that day. Unsure about cleanliness: Will update after next visit. 
Taxes: Included in priceno fat tax applicable.
Phone Number: +91 85898 71451 [Edappally Branch]
Timings: Edappally: 08:00 - 02:00 [Not a typo, 2:00AM the next day!], Thoppumbady: 08:00 - 23:00
On Zomato:
       Ifthar Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato



Have you had a feast at Ifthar? How was your experience? Tell us in the comments below!

Friday, March 10, 2017

Hunters: Get Your Gear On!

Hunters Restaurant Review

Hunters is located on the first floor of the aptly named GudFud Tower in Panampilly Nagar, above Donut Factory. They have rather interesting continental dishes and seem to be fine dining inspired to a degree. 
Hunters at GudFud Tower, Panampilly Nagar, Kochi.
You may notice in the picture, this is the same building that also houses Primate, a 'raw food' restaurant from where we had our dessert (review coming soon)!

It had good seating capacity and was well lit. Large glass windows provide a view outside while you enjoy your meal. 

Hot and Sour Chicken Soup

We started off with a complimentary soup, we opted for chicken. 
Hot and Sour Chicken Soup at hunters, Panampilly Nagar, Kochi.
It was a typical hot and sour soup, with adequate pieces of chicken and a nice, soothing flavor just like a good soup should be.


Chicken Steak with Mushroom Cheese

This saw succulent chicken fillets slathered with a nice mushroom and cream sauce: one of the best combinations to be had. 
Chicken Steak in Mushroom Cream Sauce at Hunters, Panampilly Nagar, Kochi
It ticked the right boxes, though we felt that the mushroom flavour could have been a bit stronger but nothing wrong the way it was. Accompanied by a side of vegetables [carrot, broccoli, beans etc.] and French Fries, which we must say were perfectly made being crisp on the outside with a fluffy interior.


Stuffed Mushrooms

Reading the menu, this sounded very interesting so we decided to grab a plate. If you believe in first impressions [we try to be as objective as possible so thats not us!], you may not be too happy to receive what we got. 
Stuffed Mushroom at Hunters, Panampilly Nagar, Kochi.
Lets be honest, there are places that charge a bit but give a lot too but at Rs 290/-, this dish did not seem too expensive at first. That is, until we were served and realized each mushroom had a net worth just a little shy of Rs 100/-. We received a plate with some vegetables [julienned cabbage and carrot] and a small wedge of lime with a minuscule quantity of something hiding under the sauce. We got three, [yes: 3, t-h-r-e-e] mushrooms. Not big ones either, they were regular sized button mushrooms.  That made it seem outrageously overpriced, especially considering that the other dish had a very reasonable quantity for the price.
HOWEVER, and this is where we hold up to our promise of being objective; the dish itself tasted wonderful...! The creamy white sauce complemented the earthy flavor of the stuffed mushroom which was soft and cooked perfectly. The multitude of flavors was really a joy. To sum it up, this dish tastes great and has potential but regardless of everything, it is still outrageously overpriced in terms of quantity. 

We enjoyed the food here, with some dishes that were well made and plenty of variety to stay interesting. Throughout the meal, we could get a whiff of biryani etc. which also smelled really good. We would like to try this place again sometime, especially to try the Indian fare but likely not very soon. We hope they can fix the pricing of the said dish, that would keep them in good stead. As always, stay tuned for updates!

Type of Cuisine: Continental
Location

GudFud Tower, Panampilly Nagar Avenue.


Parking: Not much of a problem
Ambience: Very Good
Service: Good
What we liked/Recommended for:
All dishes were generally well made and the had good flavor. 
Potential Shortcomings: 
One or two dishes [in review] seemed to be overpriced. Will update after next visit. 
Taxes: Included in price, no fat tax applicable
Phone Number: +91 484 402 5599
Timings: 12:00 - 23:00
On Zomato:
      Hunters Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato


Have you been to Hunters? Share your experience with us, comment below!

Saturday, January 28, 2017

Elements: Back to the Elements...!

Elements Restaurant Review

Located at Chitoor Road Kacheripady, Elements is a restaurant that claims to specialize in Modern Indian and Classic Italian dishes. Wanting to try something different from the usual, we obviously went with the Italian fare. Pizzas are available all over the city and are most often associated with 'Italian Cuisine', while places that serve pasta, lasagna and other items have been comparatively fewer in number. So, how was the experience? Read on to find out!




Interiors of Elements, Kacheripady, Kochi.
Talking about the interiors; the restaurant itself is quite spacious with good seating capacity. The tables were well lit and neatly laid out. 
Cocktail Bar at Elements, Kacheripady, Kochi.
There is a cocktail bar at one end and the place itself has a nice, relaxed ambiance with warm lighting tones. A small enclosed area with a conference table is also available for those interested. 

Starting with the menu, it was worth mentioning that the names of the dishes itself were written in rather accurate Italian lending a feeling that the place would be as authentic as possible. The decor was nice and simple with some special highlighting here and there. On to the main event: the food!

Pesto Polo Funghi [Chicken and Mushroom Pizza with Pesto Sauce]

As the name suggests, this is a pizza topped with grilled chicken, mushroom and originally pesto sauce. We however requested that they use tomato base instead as we were not in the mood for pesto-flavored things and they complied. It arrived on a wooden base decorated decorated with a sprig of parsley on it. 
Pesto Polo Funghi Chicken and Mushroom Pizza with Pesto Sauce at Elements, Kacheripady, Kochi.
We were happy to see that it was the typical Italian-style thin crust as opposed to the thick [equally delicious nonetheless!] American style ones you would find in most fast food joints. There was a good quantity of mushroom and cheese on top, and a decent but slightly lesser presence of chicken. All in all, rather authentic tasting pizza. In case you were wondering, it was a 10" pizza. 

Ravioli di Pomodori Secchi e Crema di Formaggi [Ravioli with Sun Dried Tomato and Cheese]

For those who don't know, ravioli is a type of pasta with a filling, akin to a dumpling. It is bears some similarities to wontons or similar types of dimsum. The outer layer is supposed to be made with (durum) wheat, and the filling can be anything. Okay. Now that we know what ravioli is, lets see what it tastes like. 
Ravioli at Elements
The ravioli came bathed in a nice tomato sauce, this combination worked really well, having the tartness of the tomato balanced with the richness of the cheese. The ravioli were nice and soft and did not feel like they had been prepared ages ago waiting for us to come here and order it before they splashed it with sauce. This is important as pasta dishes must be had as fresh as possible. 

All in all, it was a rather pleasant dining experience: we look forward to the next visit where we hope to try new items and come up with a much more comprehensive review. Until then, stay tuned for more!

Type of Cuisine: Italian, Indian
Location


Chittoor Road, Kacheripady.

Parking: Dedicated parking lot 
Ambience: Nice and comfy
Service: Good
What we liked/Recommended for:

  • Great quality Italian food. 
  • Very good pricing; affordable option for continental dining. 
  • Nice ambiance. 
  • Cocktail bar. 
Potential Shortcomings: 
Quantity of chicken in the pizza could be a tad better. Will update after another visit. 
Taxes: Included in price, fat tax not applicable
Phone Number: +91 97466 55355, +91 484 4066977
Timings: 12:00 - 23:00
Restaurant Website: elements.ooo
On Zomato:
      Elements Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato


Have you gone 'Back to the Elements'? What did you have? How was your experience? Tell us what you think in the comments below!

Saturday, September 24, 2016

New Dragon Chinese Restaurant: Enter the [New] Dragon!

New Dragon Chinese Restaurant Review

New Dragon first caught our attention when their ad came in the newspaper, boasting a complete lunch meal at an unimaginable price. Chinese food [though mostly Indianized!] being one of our favourite things to eat out, we just had to pay a visit to see for ourselves. 

We ordered three of the said lunch menus, which entitled us to a soup, a side dish, ‘Chinese Chapatti’, a main dish and lemon juice each

To clarify how this works and help you order, we have summarized the choices below:

  • A soup
  • One set of Chinese Chapati
  • Choice between Egg noodle or Egg fried rice
  • Choice between Chili Potato or Chili Cauliflower
  • Choice between Chicken Manchurian or Chicken Hong Kong
  • A glass of Lime Juice

Yep, you are entitled to all of the above. We discuss the options we chose below, mostly based on their recommendation:


Manchow Soup

First up was the Chicken Manchow Soup, which came with crispy noodle on top. 
The soup itself was delicious, with a decent quantity of vegetables and chicken to speak of. The crispy noodle brought an additional dimension to the texture.


Crispy Chili Potato

Then for starters, we went with Crispy Chili Potato. This saw fingers of potato not unlike fries[AME!]/chips[BRE!] coated with a light batter and fried super crisp, then tossed with some spring onion, bits of garlic, a few bits of green chili.
Probably something the Chinese would frown upon but it certainly tastes interesting! The crunchiness of the coating and softness inside the potato complement each other. Think of it as taking Fries/Chips and tossing them in a little ketchup mixed with the aforementioned condiments and you can kind of figure out what this dish is about, though it tastes better than I just described!


Chinese Chapati

Next up, they brought the Chinese Chapatti, which was something like a thick tortilla that was lightly fried. It was slightly chewy and was fine to eat with the dishes that follow; it isn’t meant to be eaten on its own. 
People accustomed to eating Indian foods like chapattis will feel right at home here!


Hong Kong Chicken

Next, we had Hong Kong Chicken, which saw pieces of crispy fried chicken tossed with green capsicum [pepper], onion and a few green chilies here and there. 
It was not spicy however and the dish worked fine. This was a good accompaniment for the Chinese Chapatti.


Egg Noodle

Next up, we decided to mix things up and order a different thing, one of which was the noodle. 
This had green capsicum [pepper], some spring onion, bits of carrot and a small piece of red chili, though it was not spicy.


Egg Fried Rice

We also got a portion of fried rice for one of the lunch menus, which came with perfectly cooked rice where each grain was separate from the other. 
It had beans, some spring onion, bits of carrot and a small piece of red chili, though again it was not spicy. This had a nice flavour and a good aroma.

To finish things off, they provide a rather big glass of refreshing lime juice. This was perfectly salted and would have been really good to whet one’s appetite, maybe they could serve it at the start of the meal instead.

The portions of each part of the meal are really adequate to actually enjoy rather than just getting a taste. It provides just the right quantity to prevent oneself from getting bored. It all adds up to a full experience: this is a meal that will satisfy the hungriest and has plenty of variety to keep you engaged. In this day and age, it is hard to come across a place that offers such good food, in a clean setting, at such a low price. If you have never experienced Indo-Chinese food and wish to try it, this menu is the best ticket; it encompasses everything that defines Indo-Chinese cuisine [except maybe dimsum, which you will have to order separately]. This is definitely one of the most value-for-money meals in town, especially for Chinese and even in general. Highly recommended to at least give it a try: if you like it, you just found yourself a new place to go to when you don’t feel like cooking, want to have variety, or want to spend as little as possible on Chinese food but walk away with a full stomach. We know we will return soon.


Type of Cuisine: Chinese [Indo-Chinese]
Location
 
Opposite Naval Quarters, First Floor, Elamkulam, Kadavanthra. 


Parking: A few cars in front, should be sufficient but easily gets full on very busy days, area nearby has other commercial areas so it will become difficult. We only had trouble once.
Ambience: Typical dark and red, not too bad though. If you need light, get a seat closer to the windows at the end of the room. If you prefer a darker setting, there are tables with wooden paneling. 
Service: Good
What we liked/Recommended for:

  • Lunch menu is incredible value for money, even a reasonable amount of choice is provided for each dish. 
  • Food is also tasty and well made. 
Potential Shortcomings: 
A bit too similar to Golden Dragon in terms of variety; but not necessarily a bad thing.
Taxes: Included in price, no fat tax applicable
Phone Number: +91 9656470007, +91 9746855222
Timings: 11:00 - 16:00, 19:00 - 23:00
On Zomato:
      New Dragon - The Chinese Restaurant Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato

Have you Entered [The!] New Dragon? Tell us about your experience in the commments below!

Tuesday, June 21, 2016

WOW! Momo: More than just Momos!

WOW! Momo Review

Having various branches across the city, WOW! Momo as the name suggests, have a good selection of momos and also offer other things like soup, sizzlers, a burger with a predictable twist: it uses a momo instead of a patty and even chocolate filled momos for dessert


Steamed Momos

Starting out authentic, the steamed momos are available in chicken (three varieties), fish, prawn, mushroom, paneer and some other veg options. We like to keep it simple so we tend to go with plain chicken momos.
Steamed Momos with tomato chili and mint sauce at Wow Momo, Kochi.

These deliver well in terms of flavor. It comes with spicy red chili and green mint sauces for those who need it. This serves as a base for the other preparations of momos that follow. 



Pan Fried Momos

This is a twist on fried dimsum, it uses the standard momo base with the same choice of fillings as before but they are fried gently till the coating is slightly crisp and then slathered with a sauce. You can select between two different types of sauces, and we have tried both so that we can tell you about them.
Pan fried Momo served at Wow Momo, Kochi.

 

The Schezwan sauce is as expected, spicy with bits of red chili seed etc. to please Indian taste buds. This is Indo-Chinese leaning closer to the Indian side! If you love and live for spice, this is a no-brainer. We found it a bit too Indianized however.
The tomato garlic sauce seen in the photo is what we usually order, this comes with a light tomato sauce reminiscent of ketchup and a good hint of garlic. It is garnished with a little bit of chopped spring onion. This is a bit sweet, so you may want to choose this wearily; whenever we order the staff tend to tell us that it is meant for kids! This is how we ended up trying the Schezwan sauce in the first place. 
The choice of sauces is a bit unbalanced as one is pretty spicy and the other is pretty much sweet.


Sizzler

As the name suggests, the sizzler comes on a sizzler plate with a portion of noodle topped with momos prepared to your choice. The noodle is actually pretty good just like real Hakka noodle should be, and the momos as described above. It would make a decent meal thanks to the addition of the noodle, making it one of the few dishes you can actually order for a meal instead of an appetizer or snack. Of course, it looks interesting when it is served to you, all steamy and sizzling! It is reasonably filling too we should say. 

This is a nice place to have a light snack in a decent food court/restaurant setting and their momos are pretty good. We come here every once in a while. The steamed ones have decent flavour and can be considered a healthy option. The Pan fried ones may be a little too Indianized and the sauces are on two ends of the scale but altogether, a worthwhile place if you like momos and want to sample different types; of which they have a commendable variety. Not horrifically overpriced for the non veg options, though I can't say the same about the veg ones but then again, you get a restaurant setting [unless you are in LuLu] so the poor value for money is to be expected. Recommended for those who like momos, or are adventurous about trying new foods, or of course: both!!!



Type of Cuisine: Momos, Chinese [Indo-Chinese]
Locations



Food Court on Third Floor, LuLu Mall, Edappally.

Emir Plaza, Kaloor Kadavanthra Road.
Food Court, Centre Square Mall, MG Road.

Parking: Mall parking at LuLu (chargeable) is fine except on very busy days and weekends. Other outlets have some parking space in front. 
Ambience: Typical mall ambience, love it or hate it! The restaurant ones are quieter.
Service: Good.
What we liked/Recommended for:
Plenty of variety of momos. Have alternate dishes too.
Potential Shortcomings: 

  • Sauces for pan fried momos are unbalanced. 
  • Momos tend to be expensive for the quantity provided even considering the restaurant setting. 
  • Taste is average to good. 
Taxes: Included in price, no fat tax applicable.
Phone Number: +91 484 4064888
On Zomato:
      WOW! Momo Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato



Have you been to WOW momos? What did you have? Please share your experience in the comments below!

Sunday, February 21, 2016

Burger Spot: Taking the Spotlight!

Burger Spot Review

Burger Spot is the latest addition to the various joints in Kochi that offer the eponymous dish. So what makes this place different? Read on to find out!
Burger spot has a few branches around town. I had noticed them but shrugged them off as another attempt at taking a bite out of the already solid burger scene in town. It wasn’t until my friend recommended this place that I decided to go see for myself. I found that they sell different kinds of burgers, mojitos etc. On to the food review:

Fries[AME!]/Chips[BRE!]

The burger arrived with a small serving of fries [to be precise: three, I’m not joking, look at the picture!].
Chicken Burger with fries at Burger Spot, Kochi.
I tried the fries, which turned out to be really good: they were nice and crisp outside but the highlight was the fluffy center, just as it should be! Moreover, they were perfectly seasoned with salt and a little black pepper. It was so good I knew it deserved a special mention so we ended up ordering a plate. This came with a dip, as shown below. 

Chips/Fries with garlic mayonnaise dip at Burger Spot, Kochi.

The dip was basically a mayonnaise: smooth and delicious with a good hint of garlic which will please garlic lovers [and may put off those who are not so fond of it! Jokes apart though, it was not too strong for me but I do like the flavor so I guess it may be intolerable for a select few].

Burgers

I opted for a medium range chicken burger [the V2.0 or something to that name] to see how the place performs on average. 
Chicken Burger with fries at Burger Spot, Kochi.

Examining it, the burger came with cheese, an adequate dollop of mayonnaise and of course the prerequisite sesame bun. I took a bite and realized this was my new favorite joint [or should I say, spot?!]. The patty was soft and juicy, perfectly cooked. The best part was that it was really moist thanks to the mayo and the cheese added to the richness. The lettuce too was fresh and crisp. Don’t get me wrong: I like the burgers in other fast food joints like KFC, ChicKing, SFC etc. for their own flavor as well but this burger simply has so much more moisture it’s in a league of its own.

Mojito

I ordered a kiwi mojito. I must mention I was happy to see bits of kiwi seed floating around. You can see for yourself in the picture. 
Kiwi Mocktail at Burger Spot, Kochi.

I took a sip and was pleased with the result. It is extremely cheap yet manages to taste like the real thing, just the right balance of sweetness and flavour. I usually refrain from ordering any drinks from any place because I don’t like having too much to drink while eating but this is one place where I will make the exception. 

We have also tried their lime and mint mojito, which was topped with mint leaves and a wedge of lemon. This was also really refreshing and has the added benefit of aiding digestion. Highly recommended.
For the price, they deliver well.

My family and I have already gone back a few times afterwards to enjoy the food there and we have been satisfied every time. I can safely recommend this to anyone who likes to have good quality burgers and generally chill out without having to break the bank.

Type of Cuisine: Fast Food, Burgers
Locations
Near Sunrise Hospital, Seaport Airport Road, Kakkanad.
University Road, Sheba Square, Kalamaserry. 
Near Al-Ameen/Lulu Mall, Edappally. 

Parking: Most branches have decent space nearby. Can be a problem for the one near LuLu mall though we’ve never had issues.
Ambience: Good. The one near LuLu mall is small but reasonably good regardless.
Service: Good.
What we liked/Recommended for:

  • Great tasting burgers. 
  • Reasonable prices. 
  • Well priced mojitos. 
  • Great potato fries/chips. 
  • Good for garlic lovers. 
Potential Shortcomings: 
Parking at the outlet near LuLu mall may be challenging. 
Taxes: Included in price
Phone Number: +91 94968 16666
On Zomato:
      Burger Spot Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato



Have you been to Burger Spot? Don't forget to share your experience in the comments below!