Kerala Restaurant in Leeds

A good place to have Malayali food away from home. The place was neat and had enough room to accommodate at least 50-60 people at once. Tables are closer to each other than what we consider great, so not much privacy to be had, but not a deal breaker either. The menu had enough options to cater for anyone you could bring along. Veg options, chicken options, fish/seafood options, all there to choose from. Service was exceptional, they were polite and were able to answer all of our queries and doubts. Visited twice, had porotta with Kerala style chicken curry first time which was just wonderful; and Kerala style chicken biriyani second time, which was not good at all in my opinion. The porotta was flaky and tasty. The chicken curry had great texture, thick enough and went well with the porotta. Chicken biriyani did not have the gravy/masala like Calicut/Thalassery biriyani have within the biriyani. The chicken was kind of fried, while it had a different but nice texture to it, it did not have any flavor. It did not complement the rice at all. Also the raita that was provided along with biriyani had little to no onions, unlike we expect from a Kerala style biriyani. The lime juice I had along with the biriyani was average. It had a tinge of mint flavor to it but not enough to call it mint lime juice. I would still go to have porotta or other dishes, but I'll probably never try their biriyani again. 8/10.

We came all the way from London to try and it was worth it!🥰

Definitely a place worth to try if you want to try the cuisines of Kerala😍 I had Chatti Chor and it was delicious 🤤

We held our Onam event at Kerala restraunt. The chettai Mar where very friendly and helped us with running our event, cleaned the venue the day prior, and where at stand by if we needed help with food. Would recommend for events!!

I visited Kerala with my friends and we had an amazing time here. The food was fantastic and the taste was just fabulous. The highlight was the rasavada!! Would definitely visit again.

I walk past this restaurant and decided to stop in to try some Kerala food. I had the parotta with beef, which tasted authentic, and also tried an appam, which was really nice. The customer service was excellent, and my food arrived super quickly. I’ll definitely be going back!”

The porotta beef combo was exquisite. Loved it

Authentic food. Great prices (especially lunch times on weekends, had a whole meal with rice and dosa for 5£). The staff is amazing too!

Up the stairs and into the restaurant, Kerala is hard to spot on the Headrow. Had to wait to be seated then wait again for even a menu. This was indicative of the overall poor service even on a quiet evening. Starters were a bit meh to be honest, nothing to write home about. Mains of fish thali and chicken dhosa were eagerly anticipated. The thali was nice, but I've had better. The dhosa filling and as it should be (not as spicy as India). We enjoyed it but it's not a meal I'll remember. Unlike say a certain more upmarket Keralan restaurant not too far away. This one is far cheaper though. Highly recommend for a quick cheap tasty dhosa. Not recommended for a big foodie feast or for the lacklustre service.

Nice and good service by ratheesh

I went yesterday with my family.Unfortunately it was very bad experience.We were really disappointed.We ordered one chattichor , one bdf ,two mango lessi , two set porota and beef and one tea.Unfortunately all items are not delicious.sorry to say the honest review.Please try to improve your food quality.

Kerala restaurant.. Food was awesome and flavorful.. ambience and service was wonderful.. especially we liked the service of Mr.Rathish who was really helpful.. Thank you..

This seems to be the only spot in Leeds that offers crab curry. I ordered it through Uber Eats and it was fantastic - slightly spicy but full of flavor with sufficient quantity to cater atleast two. It really tasted like an authentic Kerala crab curry. Would love to order it again :)

I have been visiting this restaurant since 1 year I would highly recommend everyone for authentic South Indian foods with exceptional staff and would highly appreciate service from Rathish.

Great food! I loved all the flavours. Amazing ❤️‍🔥

Great food, great service, big portions, reasonably priced. Not your normal curry house as this is authentic South Indian Cuisine. Some of the dishes have a bit of kick from the spice which i loved. The Dosa, the Chattichor & the fried beef strips were lovely. Well worth visiting. When in Leeds again, will definitely go again.

Ritesh rajeet - Very polite Best service

I ordered onam sadhya , the packing is really good and coming to taste it's very delicious I will order again and I highly suggest this place

The Onam Sadhya from Kerala Restaurant was excellent, and delivered timely. Very prompt in responding thru Whatsaap and was very helpful.. I ordered from Kerala thru WhatsApp for a delivery in Leeds; they hv coordinated very well. Thanks to Kerala Restaurant..

We ordered Onam sadhya for lunch. Every dish was tasty and was very similar to what we have in Kerala, India. We also were served 3 varieties of payasam, which was delicious as well. Overall, a very good sadhya for Onam. Definitely recommend this restaurant.

I had the pleasure of enjoying the Onam Sadhya at Kerala Restaurant, and it was a truly authentic experience. The taste of each dish were exceptional, staying true to the traditional flavors of Kerala. Every element, from the crispy banana chips to the rich and flavorful curries, was delicious. Special thanks to Sanika for her excellent service—she was attentive, warm, and made the dining experience even more enjoyable. I would highly recommend Kerala Restaurant for anyone looking for a proper and authentic Sadhya.

We had an amazing onam sadhya at this restaurant. It was much better than expected and it was served in banana leaf too. The service was excellent and I would like to mention about Sanika who was great at what she does. Would surely recommend.

Very bad Service no one to attend.very bad customer experience. It was Onam and eager to have Sadhya the experience was very bad.

Ordered onam sadhya from kerala restaurant; Sadhya was delivered neatly packed , organised very well, delivered on time. We loved the food and had a wonderful experience.

The food tasted soo good and Sanika’s hospitality was amazing.

A highlight of the experience is the exceptional service, particularly from Sanika, whose warm hospitality and attentive service make guests feel welcomed and valued. Her passion for ensuring a memorable visit adds a personal touch that leaves a lasting impression. Overall, Kerala Restaurant is a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy delicious South Indian cuisine in Leeds, with the added bonus of outstanding service from staff like Sanika.

Excellent service and authentic Kerala food.

Went today to have onam sadya. I love it. I went there with few of my friends who never had onam sadya before. They absolutely loved it and I felt so happy that Kerala restaurant could meet our expectations. Proper Trivandrum style sadya served in fresh banana leaves. I felt really happy and emotional. My tummy and heart was happy with the yummy food and really good experience. The sambar was amazing. Sambar, pineapple pachadi and olan are my favourites from todays sadya and so is parippu payasam. I can confidently take rest of my friends and colleagues here as I am sure this will be good experience for them. Highly recommend this place for anyone who is planning to have onam sadya and Kerala food (I have tried chicken Biriyani and kappa and fish curry - all where spot on). Excellent customer service and good choice of music. Very friendly staffs. Best part: they served payasam again when we requested 😁

Recently went to dine in for Onam Sadhya. Well, it was a really terrible experience. I will say service was very horrible and unhygienic. When I asked for extra poppadoms, the staff girl was carrying poppadoms on the hand instead of on the plate. Onam sadhya food tasted old, stale and horrible. And ordered sambar vada, it was frozen vada with no taste and quality. I would not recommend this place for onam sadhya and other food options as well. The restaurant atmosphere is good but not the food and service.

I had a poor experience at this restaurant. The sambarvada I ordered was hard, and after only three bites, I complained. The waitress took it to the kitchen but returned saying the chef claimed it had been mostly eaten. This wasn’t true, and the staff's response was dismissive. I won't be coming back.

Lovely food, with amazing service and ambiance. It’s at the edge of Leeds city center, and the dishes are tasty and so well prepared. A big thanks to the staff for being so welcoming and the food sated our hunger for delicious South Indian food. Would visit again!

Delicious food and great ambiance

I’ve had the pleasure of dining at many Indian restaurants around the world, but unfortunately, my experience at Kerala Restaurant was far from satisfying. The food lacked authentic flavor, and neither the spices nor the taste lived up to what I expect from Indian cuisine. The service was mediocre, and the atmosphere did little to make up for the disappointing food. There are much better Indian restaurants out there, and I cannot recommend this one based on my experience. Hopefully, they can improve both the food quality and overall dining experience moving forward.

Had chatti choru here today. Must say fabulous,service was top notch by siby . Definitely going to comeback and try other dishes on the menu.Menu is the variety🙌

Great food ,very very tasty.. true to its name .. you feel like you are in Kerala.. when you have that parotta and chicken chetinnad curry.. even nanari sarbat was nice.. Mr. sibi offered amazing service and special shout out to chef for such great meal.. highly recommended.. go for it guys.. also try chicken Thali ..

Can't fault anything with this restaurant. We had the chicken Tika, chicken Korma, coconut rice and Garlic Nann. Food was outstanding and service was lovely.

Why is this place not busier? It's my favourite lunch spot in Leeds at the moment. The lunch deal is an absolute bargain and delicious to boot. £6 for chicken or lamb lunch special or £5 for a veggie option. Comes with Dosa, rice, curry, dahl, thoran and a little chutney. Can't wait to go back.

I tried masala dosa which was absolutely amazing just like back in home. 100% recommend. The staff was also really polite & helpful

Recently I dined at Kerala restaurant and I can easily say they serve really authentic South Indian food. Their sambhar and tomato chutney was spot on with flavours. Masala Dosa was really good and crunchy and the potato filling was soft and flavoursome. Beef biryani is one thing that really took me off by surprise. It was nice not too high on spices and perfectly balanced. Meat was perfectly cooked and the rice was aromatic. The staff was really friendly and had an opportunity to speak to Anoj who was very courteous and helpful.

I had a wonderful dining experience at Kerala Restaurant in Leeds with my family. The ambience was truly authentic, making me feel like I was in the heart of Kerala. The food was delicious and reasonably priced, offering great value for money. The service was excellent, with attentive staff who made the experience even better. I will definitely visit again when I’m in Leeds. Highly recommended!

Awesome food, great restaurant to taste the cuisine of India and go with friends

I recently had lunch at Kerala Restaurant in Leeds and was thoroughly impressed. The squid fry starter was perfectly crispy and flavorful. For mains, we had masala dosa, Kottayam fish curry, appam, and Kerala porotta, all of which were delicious and authentic. The fish curry, in particular, stood out with its tangy, spicy gravy. We were pleasantly surprised with a complimentary Kanathari chicken dish, which was a delightful addition. The service was excellent, making for a wonderful dining experience. Highly recommended!

Really lovely restaurant. The staff are so attentive and friendly and the food is fantastic. Love going there whenever we are in Leeds.

What a gem 💎 ✨️ a great find!! Absolutely delicious and authentic South Indian food 😋😍

Fabulous food, first class service. This is our first but not last visit. Do not hesitate to pay this hidden gem a visit. Perfect meal in lovely surroundings

This hidden restaurant is a wonderful place. The food is excellent & freshly cooked and at a fantastic price. The service is so friendly. The surroundings are beautiful & authentic. We are so pleased to have found this little hidden gem. Do not think twice about paying it a visit.

Pros: Came to have some good South Indian Vada and Masala Dosa. Was very yum! Sambar was really good - felt like home. The serving staff was really friendly and nice too. Recommend this place! Con: Could be a little cooler( AC was kept off) n it’s really hot right now.

Very tasty food and very hygienic.

The food was okay . But the service and atmosphere was a bit disappointing

Excellent authentic kerala food😍😋Very tasty food with good portion. Felt like we were eating in a restaurant in kerala😋The restaurant has an amazing ambience with some authentic kerala interior decors with a soothing malayalam film music played in the background. Anybody who loves south indian food , especially, keralite food, this place is a must try.

In their website the curry says £9 ordered but while collection payment they said £15. I paid £3.5 for parking. Almost £20 just for a small box of curry and driving to city centre. Pathetic. Never ever try this restaurant. The curry is watery. They said they haven’t updated the menu on their website. Update: since no option to reply to replies. The curry wasn’t enough for two people and it had only one piece of Salmon in it and mostly colourful water in it. It lacks the taste. It neither spicy nor tangy nothing like a proper fish curry.

Good food, reasonable cost. We ordered Masala Dosa, Wada and Idali.

Biryani was awesome 👌 and i would recommend to my friends and family for sure.I would suggest you to try the biryani here.

Food was slow forgot to give me my drink that I’ve ordered, after waiting for nearly 20mins I have to cancel it on top of that we ask for the service to be taken off since the service was that up to standard, but the refuse to do so after I talk to the guy, he did say it was optional. Very bad please avoid doing this to other people it’s not a good reputation for a South Indian restaurant.

It’s always a pleasure to come to Kerala. The food is excellent and the staff members are always very friendly and helpful. The atmosphere and the decor are also really nice!

Food was just alright and made us pay full service charge, when we asked isn’t it optional he said no you have to pay it full which is not legal.

Good place. Good food. Nice vibe.

I almost have food at this restaurant every day. Very much comfortable authentic Indian food. Very hygienic and delicious. I highly recommend their lunch meals for city center office goers which is just 5pounds and the quality and quantity is so great. Mr. Sibi and Ratesh are excellent guys from kerala, very friendly and supportive.

Restaurant cleanliness was not up to mark.

I recently visited Kerala Restaurant in Leeds and was thoroughly impressed by the experience. The hospitality was outstanding, and the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. We ordered a variety of dishes including the fish thali, appam and egg curry, and chicken biriyani. The fish thali and appam with egg curry were simply amazing, bringing authentic flavors that transported us back to Kerala. The fish was cooked to perfection, while the appam was light and fluffy, pairing wonderfully with the rich and savory egg curry. However, the chicken biriyani was a bit disappointing. The strong mint flavor overpowered the dish, masking the traditional biriyani taste we were expecting. Additionally, the rice used did not seem to be the authentic jeerakasala rice typically used in Kerala biriyani. Instead, it appeared to be a long grain variety, possibly basmati, which altered the texture and overall experience of the dish. We provided our feedback to the staff, who were receptive and appreciated our comments. Hopefully, they will make adjustments to ensure the biriyani aligns more closely with traditional Kerala flavors. Overall, despite the biriyani mishap, the rest of the meal was fantastic. The authentic flavors of the other dishes and the exceptional service make Kerala Restaurant a great choice for anyone craving genuine Kerala cuisine in Leeds.

Have been meaning to go here for a while after seeing great reviews and it didn’t disappoint! Best meal out in years, authentic dishes and flavours. Great menu options and service too! Would 100% recommend and plan to go back!

Really tasty food and great service. Five stars!

I have tried Killi parotta... Delicious 😋 😋 😋 😋 😋 Must try

Ratish very nice guy. Authentic food with delicious taste.

Very good food , after a long time good dosa and sambhar in Leeds. There malabari parothas are they best I can bet. I hope they remain same.

I recently dined at a Kerala restaurant and had an amazing experience. The food was absolutely delicious, with authentic flavors that transported me straight to Kerala. The dishes were well-prepared, full of spices, and incredibly tasty. The ambiance was cozy, and the service was friendly and prompt. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy genuine Kerala cuisine!

It's a great atmosphere, beautiful music and decorations but unfortunately food is not as good as service. Grilled meats very dry and burnt, and Tikka masala tastes very poor. We also had two additional meals, which were very good. Mango lassi perfect and south Indian rice together with Appam pancakes also good. The service was great!

Date- 23/06/2024 Day- Sunday I am one of the regular customer. I usually visit there twice or thrice a month But today literally had a very bad experience. They served HAIR with MASALA DOSA. And when I informed them about it they were very normal with it. And in the end they asked me to PAY FOR THE MASALA DOSA having HAIR IN IT and excused that its not our hair. Indirectly trying to say that it is your hair. Although the hair was inside the MASALA made of potato then how come it be my hair?? I did pay for the dosa but got very disappointed with the behavior of the members as they don't care even about the REGULAR CUSTOMERS.

Really tasty interesting food. I recommend looking at the specials menu.

I like the food they serve. Especially Biriyani and kizhi porota. They are serving 15£ Biriyani for 2 people as lunch, I think 1 to 3 pm only.

I recently dined at Kerala Restaurant in Leeds and had a pleasant experience overall. The ambience was welcoming and the staff provided attentive service throughout our meal. We tried the Chatti Choru and the biriyani. The Chatti Choru was average, lacking the robust flavors I was hoping for. However, the biriyani was a highlight – it was well-seasoned and flavorful, with perfectly cooked rice and tender pieces of meat. Despite the average Chatti Choru, the overall dining experience was enjoyable, and I would recommend Kerala Restaurant for its authentic South Indian dishes and excellent biriyani.

Amazing food and excellent service..really recommend

Great food at sensible price, 2nd time here didn't disappoint

Good good good service form Siby he smart intelligent and well know how to do service

We attended this restaurant as a group of four, having no knowledge about the place. It turned out to be excellent food & service. As many of the dishes were unknown to us, the waiter was able to give lots of advice and guidence on the different dishes, which proved to be excellent choices for each of us. We found the prices of both food & wine very reasonable. You have to go to judge for yourself. Apologies for posting no photos of the food🫢

I recently visited Kerala Restaurant to pick up a takeaway order, and overall, the experience was mixed. The restaurant itself looked clean and well-maintained, which was a positive first impression.We ordered the Kerala chicken curry and parotha. The parotha was delicious—flaky, soft, and perfectly cooked. The chicken curry had a good flavor, with a nice blend of spices that was authentic to Kerala cuisine. However, the curry was extremely oily, to the point where we had to discard a significant amount of the excess oil before we could enjoy the dish. This was a bit disappointing as it detracted from the overall enjoyment of the meal. The taste of the food was good and the restaurant maintained a clean environment, the excessive oil in the curry was a downside. With some adjustments to the oil content, Kerala Restaurant could provide a much better dining experience.

It was great to find this restaurant open mid afternoon whilst many others were closed. The food and service were both excellent. The restaurant was well laid out and spacious. The restrooms were very clean. Highly recommended!

Today I was visited Kerala Restaurant and I ordered thali And after 5 minute I have received my order and I enjoyed the food And food was delicious and service was very Good .Next time when I get chance then i will visit there .

First customers of the day. Food was superb.

Good ampients and and verry tastey food,especially the chutty chore😋😋the quantity is too large than expected .we order the chutty chore and dum biriyani

Food was awesome 👌👌 We really enjoyed it. Thanks for the hospitality. Looking forward to comeback again with the whole family 😍

Amazing food and good customer service. Very friendly staff and good atmosphere. Food was really good and tasty. So many items on the menu.

I am very satisfied and nice atmosphere so tasty food remember my homemade food taste I am happy to service and so happy at the moment

Spot was great and the staff is very friendly. Must visit😍 Try their coconut rice and fish and parotta and mutta curry and biriyani.....and the list goes on...Must visit 🤩🫰🏻

Authentic Taste of Kerala in Leeds! I recently had the pleasure of dining at the Kerala Restaurant in Leeds, and I must say, it was an unforgettable culinary experience. From the moment I stepped in, I was greeted with warm hospitality and a cozy ambiance that transported me straight to Kerala. The menu boasts a delightful array of traditional Kerala dishes, each bursting with authentic flavors and spices. I highly recommend and we started our starters with the crispy beef deep fry (BDF) and vada (rassa vada) served with a variety of delectable chutneys. For mains, the Chatti Chor, Kerala-style crab curry was an absolute standout. My favourite was Pal Kappa with Lamb shank and rice, the tapioca in a rich coconut-based sauce that was perfectly balanced in terms of spice and creaminess. The attentive staff made sure every need was catered to, and their knowledge of the menu helped guide us to some fantastic choices. The portion sizes were generous, and every dish was beautifully presented. Overall, Kerala Restaurant in Leeds exceeded my expectations in every way. Whether you’re a fan of South Indian cuisine or simply looking to explore new flavors, this gem of a restaurant is a must-visit. I can’t wait to return and sample more of their tantalizing dishes!

In Leeds on a very busy Saturday night and realised every restaurant was packed! Saw a sign for this 1st floor restaurant and decided to give it a try. First impressions were not great. It’s pretty basic but we persevered. Waiting staff were lovely and gave us some hints on spice levels (thank goodness). My fish curry was spicy and delicious and my guests meal was amazingly flavoured. It had become obvious by looking around that we were the only non Asian customers but I think that just proved how good and authentic the food was. When paying the bill the waitress commented that they were trying to attract a more diverse clientele so if you fancy a taste of souther India and a change from the normal Indian food on offer locally please try this place. 10/10

A great spot to enjoy the food for those who crave our kerala style food . Also a good place to try out new taste. I had a great experience in here.

Great food and nice customer service. Anoj chettan the owner and the staffs are very caring. Must visit for everyone looking for authentic kerala taste

Excellent experience. Good service Homely feeling Nice ambience Delicious food Lovely menu. One of the best restaurants in Leeds.

Avoid at any cost. Just paid unjustifiable prices : 3 sets (6 half portions) of pazhapori £23.85 served in two plates for 3 guests (they offered 2 extra half pieces as well) Tasted below average.

A very friendly restaurant in the middle of Leeds. The staff were attentive without being pushy and the food was excellent. Being south Indian there were more seafood dishes on the menu which was a nice change from the usual chicken or lamb. Looking forward to visiting again.

Top quality South indian cuisine. Loved it! Highly recommended 👌

A great spot for authentic Kerala and South Indian cuisine. The staffs were so pleasant and made sure the customers are taken care well… They have a good number of menu items and I have personally noticed that they kept enhancing the menu based on the customers request..

The food here has something irresistible about it, it has many different varietys of food and each one has a unique taste to it. WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE TOTALLY RECOMMEND.

The Perotta beef curry at Kerala restaurant is really tasty. The beef is tender and full of flavor from the spices. It's not too spicy, just right. You can have it with rice or Kerala parotta. The restaurant is nice and the people who work there are friendly. If you like Kerala food, you should try it!

Lovely food . Literally just like it’s home made and lovely customer service as well! Definitely recommend it ! I go here atleast once a week and it’s worth it !

The chicken biryani seasoning was quite mild. However, the parotta and egg curry saved the day! The flaky parotta was ideal for soaking up the flavorful, comforting curry. Service was friendly. Overall, a decent choice if you're craving Kerala flavors, especially if you prefer milder dishes.

It was good food and good hospitality. I had keep parotta and good Kerala tea. Good ambience and good music. I would recommend everyone to come and enjoy the experience here.

First time ever visit. This was a birthday treat for my husband. The staff were very attentive and friendly with a warm welcome. The 2 courses we had was really nice and tasty with generous portions. Highly recommended and we will visit again in the near future.

Beautiful authentic Indian food. Well presented and cooked to perfection. Service was polite and discreet. Very friendly.