Ultimate Spirited Trail For Best Toddy Shops In Kochi

By Rittwik Naskar

Toddy establishments are not just your regular old dive bars serving local liquor. In Kerala, they are family-run restaurants that serve spicy local food along with the state's beloved beverage. Locally known as "kallu", it was the Britishers who coined it "Toddy" which has stuck to date referring to the fermented beverage made from tapping the sap from coconut and palm trees. If you're in Kochi and want to visit a toddy shop, follow this trail.


  • Mullapanthal Toddy Shop, Kadamakudy

    The food at Mullapanthal toddy shop is heavenly and people from all around the world visit this joint to pair their toddy with a host of mouthwatering seafood and meat dishes. From fish kappa curry to duck roast, from beef fry to rabbit, pork, crabs, squids, prawns and much more, you would run out of options to choose from and feel like coming back for more.


  • Nettoor Toddy Shop

    This toddy shop is known for the ambience it provides during sunsets, as it is located on a waterfront surrounded by coconut trees that will make your experience even richer. The dishes served at this place are also wide-ranging and equally outstanding, and being on the outskirts of Kochi it is the quieter, more intimate setting, where you could enjoy your night away from the hustle and bustle of the city. 


  • Kadamakudy Toddy Shop

    Kadamakudy is also unique in its location, being that it is a village in the Ernakulam district. Once you've made your way through paddy fields, you'd be greeted by a humble shop overlooking the Kayal River that serves freshly caught produce of the day. Coddled by the mild breeze and the woozy buzz of the toddy, you'd leave your worries for the day and if you're fortunate enough, you might find yourself in the company of folk singers who would enliven the place up even more. 


  • Kudapuram Toddy Shop

    Kudapuram is the name of the toddy shop in the village of Eramallor, in Kochi that is known for its food, most of which is freshly caught and made in-house from the river right next to the establishment. Depending on the catch of the day you can choose from a variety of fish, crab and prawn kappa curries and if not, pork masala is also quite sought after at this place. 


  • Padippura Toddy Shop

    Padipurra might not have the ambience which the aforementioned establishments can provide but what it lacks in atmosphere, makes up for the variety of platter it has on offer. It is also family-friendly which makes it a go-to stop for food lovers and tourists alike who would like to experience the essence of Kerala while they're there. 


  • Chanakyans Kidangu Toddy Shop

    Chanakyans Kidangu Toddy Shop is among the best places to try toddy and pair it with your favourite South Indian delicacies. The restaurant has a small menu featuring duck curry, fish curry, prawns ulath, meen thala curry, karimeen curry, kozhuva fry, fish fry and more. Pair toddy with any of your preferred non-veg delights and enjoy your time with family and friends. 


  • Boche Toddy Pub

    Boche Toddy Pub is a fun place to be with your friends and family. From fish fry to chicken curry, this place offers a wide variety of non-vegetarian dishes that you can pair with toddy. Boasting vibrant interiors and a lively ambience, it is a must-visit in Kochi if you would to unwind and relax. The premise of this pub also features a small section where toddlers can play. 


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