Based on 1.335 opinions finded in 3 websites
Based on 1.335 opinions finded in 3 websites
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Amazing food, great service. Try the Thali for the perfect Kerala experience. Just like being in the Indian South. I can also recommend the mango lassi.
Navigate28019254884 . 2024-03-02
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Sooo authentic. Not ‘produCtion line indian…excellent South Imdian food Sea food os a specialiaty. I recommnd sea food stee.
drj131260 . 2024-02-29
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First visit to Cochin. Very impressed with the choice and quality of the food. The service was very good; timely but unobtrusive.
Sheila D . 2024-02-24
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Amazing restaurant!! Delicious food, amazing staff and very well priced. Made a birthday meal feel very special. Thank you :)
Anna K . 2024-02-24
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such a wonderful evening . The atmosphere is so pleasant. Staff are very welcoming and the food ,as always, amazing. such a varied menu to suit all tastes
Christine M . 2024-02-23
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Great restaurant with delightful food and team could not rate this any higher. Have the Masala Dosa for a real treat!! Complimentary liquor to finish very old school
David W . 2024-02-17
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Went as I was craving for dosa, loved the flavours. The non veg thali was good too Enjoyed the atmosphere. Lovely staff too.
A K . 2024-02-17
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Most authentic Seafood Thaali (Keralan set menu meal with fisherman's soup, 3 seafood items, vegetarian dishes, paratta, rice and dessert) that I have tasted anywhere in the UK. Reasonably priced with a nice manager/owner (Jason). Keep up your standards ☺️👍🏽
drjoelpaul . 2024-02-16
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I think this is a very special place for food from Kerala; lovely menu choice on offer and I enjoyed a great prawn dish tonight.
Sarah S . 2024-02-13
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Went to The Cochin for my birthday meal with family. The food was great, really interesting flavours and very generous sized portions. The service was also very friendly.
AVIH2012 . 2024-02-11
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we returned after a few years and were delighted to find the food and service were as good as ever. delicious Keralan spices
Mayo W . 2024-02-05
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Had a fabulously tasty meal down at the Cochin. The staff were very attentive and so friendly, making it such a lovely evening.
Phil M . 2024-02-03
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If you want a truly unique curry experience, this is the place to come. The Keralan food is second to none, the service exceptional and all for a very reasonable price. Come and pay Cochin a visit, you won't regret it!
Cathy P . 2024-01-28
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Lovely food, lovely atmosphere & service was great. We came here with family for late lunch. It was all really good. Everyone loved their food. Really really nice. I would definitely come back her again.
jennyc845 . 2024-01-25
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Great as always. Never disappointed, the food is always delicious and served with a smile. Big fan of the lamb and spinach curry!
mikep602018 . 2024-01-15
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We really enjoyed the whole experience of this Keralan Indian restaurant . From the service provided by the particularly attentive and charming waitress Soorya, to the tasty Vegetable thali, accompanied with a Spicy aubergine curry. This is a very decent Indian restaurant and a little...
bigreg67 . 2024-01-06
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The food was amazing and great service. We would highly reccomend. We will come again very very soon.
Clare H . 2024-01-02
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This is my favourite restaurant in the area. Always tasty food and lovely service. I have something different each time but particularly like the fish dishes. The mango lassi is nice as well. And they have non alcoholic beer. Nothing to fault.
Sarah K . 2023-12-28
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AMAZING FOOD. A welcome change from your typical Indian restaurant cuisine. I appreciate how they specialise in one thing and do it well! More restaurants should follow an example. Also lovely and kind service.
jamesfE1509TV . 2023-12-27
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We visited Cochin for our pre Christmas treat for ourselves. Mini Dosas were excellent starters without being too filling. Both our vegetarian mains were very tasty and different from the usual options. The service was friendly and attentive from the moment we walked in, to...
Tulips500 . 2023-12-24
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Excellent flavours and good service. Menu is interesting and slightly different to traditional UK curry, and great!
Ian S . 2023-12-23
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Delicious authentic keralan food served with beautiful smiling staff. So tasty. Thoroughly recommend. We will be back
usieP66 . 2023-12-19
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Excellent crispy dosa, with both meat and vegetarian options. Nice to have curries that are different from most (different part of India!). Staff are wonderfully friendly and helpful. Do try it!
Mary H . 2023-12-17
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We had a table booked for 7pm and we were greeted with a smile from the staff which were very attentive. The food was very good, this was the first time in this restaurant and my first time trying South Indian mixed platter which was...
Christopher G . 2023-12-17
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Really enjoyed our family meal at Cochin. Amazing southern Indian food and great service. Would definitely visit again
Greg M . 2023-12-16
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I came for lunch with my son at this lovely friendly restaurant. We shared dosa and chicken biryani and both were excellent. The service was quick and really friendly. We will definitely be back.
JSJMock . 2023-12-16
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We had a delicious meal as usual with friendly efficient service - great local Indian with a difference
Alex J . 2023-12-16
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Lovely food. The chicken mini dosa was tasty and not so mini! The main course dosa where huge, everything very tasty, subtle spices, ideal for an evening meal.
Copsham789 . 2023-12-15
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Where do I start I only had a main course It was magical As recommended by the house Garlic Lamb curry Try the southern Indian blend of curries Amazing
DavidL736 . 2023-12-12
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First visit to this restaurant and the staff were very helpful with advice and suggestions, I'd not tried southern Indian cuisine before and it was delightful. Strong emphasis on fish that I like but lamb and chicken dishes were also on the menu. My only...
Barry D . 2023-12-09
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Called to book last minute. Our third visit since we moved into the area a year ago. Never disappointed!!! Such wonderful food and so very very tasty and authentic 🥰 Highly recommended for a real taste of Kerala 🥰
romaant53 . 2023-12-08
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Lovely staff very attentive and friendly. And very good food. Been there twice and will definitely return.
Calum B . 2023-12-05
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I highly recommend this restaurant as It offers the customers a friendly and welcoming experience as the food here represents India at its finest experience by visiting cochin (hemel hempstead)you will be guaranteed to come out the restaurant with a full belly 😀.
Compass20871332744 . 2023-12-02
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Amazing food and amazing staff! It was my first time trying authentic Indian food and I couldn’t have chosen a better place! Thank you Cochin Restaurant for this amazing experience!
Yuri F . 2023-11-26
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We went for the first time with friends who recommended it . The food and service were both excellent and we will definitely be going back.
Philip N . 2023-11-20
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Always had a fantastic meal in here. I’ve been with my wife and as couples and never had a bad meal or bad service. No doubt will come again
Aj H . 2023-11-19
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One of the best Indian restaurants that we have been to in recent times! The service was impeccably charming and the food was so tasty! The portions were great- just enough, not too much or too little and with plenty of meat. Highly recommend kind...
Jack S . 2023-11-17
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I eat at my Indian restaurants, it’s my favourite food. Often I am disappointed because it’s run of the mill. I am never disappointed here because the food and service is excellent. The Thalis are a must to try, amazing value for money and delicious....
Ruth D . 2023-11-15
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I love South Indian food having spent a bit of time working there. Cochin doesn’t disappoint. Particularly like the dosas and breads which you don’t get in standard Indians. Service from the efficient and very friendly Soorya was great. Big car park nearby (gets busy)...
Martin G . 2023-11-10
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A lovely evening meal! Food was delicious and service was fantastic with friendly members of staff. Would definitely recommend
128Ellen . 2023-11-10
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Great food and fab service, food very authentic and tasty. Left full and happy Good atmosphere in busy restaurant Very good value in todays times
Nomad08542005856 . 2023-11-10
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This Cochin Restaurant is a five-star gem! The authentic flavours and excellent service make it a must-visit. I have visited with my family and the staff were extremely friendly and dishes were super tasty!
Dr_Ansari_07 . 2023-11-08
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I have been here a few times and really enjoyed the food and atmosphere. This time I came with 5of my friends to celebrate my birthday. One dish of calamari we asked to be replaced as it was soggy and undercooked. Generally the rest of...
beckyellis3110 . 2023-11-07
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Awesome! When they say tap the plastic beer mat to leave a review, don't use your finger! Perhaps one too many Cobra's! 🤣
Extraordinary786747 . 2023-11-04
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Unique and amazingly tasty food. Never disappoints! We had the 7 course thali and it was lovely A***
gary t . 2023-11-04
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Wonderful evening and fantastic food, so different from the traditional Indian , well worth the visit and very reasonably priced
Helen T . 2023-11-04
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The food and ambience were excellent. The manager and staff were friendly, efficient and truly caring. Cochin is our family favourite. Thank you so much 🙏
En J . 2023-11-03
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The Cochin is a first class southern Indian food restaurant, my favourite local place to eat for decades; Jason and the team are professional warm and considerate in their attitude. The amazing and delicious food always arrives on time and piping hot. The team are...
Claudia F . 2023-11-02
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We felt welcomed the moment we walked through the door and were recognised from previous visits. The food was incredible and the service was faultless. I can't wait to come back again.
Fuzzy R . 2023-10-31
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Amazing experience. Amith was very friendly and kind to us. Very good service. Thanks for an awesome day.
Mohammed S . 2023-10-28
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The food was amazing, the staff were just the right level of attentive, really helpful, warm and friendly. We had an Indian Sauvignon blanc which was lovely and just a perfect evening. Thank you so much and we’ll be back again soon :-)
Sightsee758797 . 2023-10-26
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Amazing authentic south Indian cuisine. We have been coming here for several years and have never been disappointed. Would highly recommend.
Clare H . 2023-10-25
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Our favourite restaurant in the area by far. Always assured of a warm welcome and an excellent meal whatever you order. We love the Cochin!
Tom W . 2023-10-24
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We saw three Indian restaurants on the High Street Hemel. We are delighted we chose this one. The friendly, welcoming and efficient service made our dining that bit more special. The food was fragrant, tasty and excellent value for money, It was great to have...
Sally A . 2023-10-24
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Service with a smile and helpful suggestions made us feel we really mattered. The Keralan food was delicious and a new experience, not like the the run of the mill Indian restaurant menu. Very affordable prices, quick service, and a perfect size dining room for...
lindamedhina . 2023-10-23
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Superlative Perfection Flawless in every way A welcoming team of wonderful friends Go really make your day Gifted cooks are present Admirable and true Cochin’s jewels apparent Going there I do Fresh and tasty classic dishes Impeccable I’d say Spice blends that just blow your...
rextyler . 2023-10-22
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Had a seafood Thali and a vegetarian Thali. Both were excellent. Served by very friendly and attentive staff
Simon P . 2023-10-21
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Great food, had a Thali to try a little of everything which was a great experience. Service was great, our waitress couldn't have been more friendly. My only pointer would be it would be nicer if the lights were dimmed more as it was a...
Abbie L . 2023-10-21
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This is the best restaurant for authentic Indian food. Absolutely delicious! Always met with a smile and friendly staff.
crljulian . 2023-10-20
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Service was good and friendly. Complimentary drinks were appreciated. Dosa was nice and crispy & flavourful. Fast service and food came out hot and quick. Very tasty & nice atmosphere. Reasonably priced.
Chloe W . 2023-10-18
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We have been visiting this restaurant now for a few years and it is always of a very high standard and last night was for my wife’s birthday From the time you arrive they make you so welcome always friendly and provide excellent service You...
marky17168 . 2023-10-15
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One of the worst worst restaurant I ever been.. The behaviour of the staff were so rude.... We were disappointed by the behaviour of the staff... I felt really uncomfortable... Nd they made fun of me in their native language....
Andrea J . 2023-10-14
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Great authentic south Indian food!!!! Really tasty, with fresh ingredients! Really liked the dosa and cabbage thoran!
christinabD1337RL . 2023-10-13
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Excellent food with superb service. Highly recommend this little Gem in the Old Town of Hemel Hempstead. We will definitely return very soon.
Camper59045150377 . 2023-10-13
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Delicious food as always, friendly staff and a relaxed atmosphere. We’ve eaten at Cochin on many occasions and it’s never been a disappointment.
anthea s . 2023-10-09
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There's not many South Indian restaurants outside of London and usually they would be watered down version of the cuisine. This was a wonderful find during our brief stay here. Food was delicious, staff were attentive and friendly. The dishes were not of the usual...
SunnyJ007 . 2023-10-08
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The loveliest staff served us the most delicious, fresh meal. It was our first visit but definitely won’t be our last. A real gem.
LizziHodg . 2023-10-05
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Good customer service , food where really tasty , good ambience,staff were friendly and fast delivery
Vrindha D . 2023-10-04
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Very nice food, and great service 😇Will definitely be back. Absolutely loved it. Thank you so much
Shruti K . 2023-10-04
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Fabulous food! Lovely atmosphere. Great selection of meals. Wonderful service. So looking forward to visiting again.
Karen B . 2023-10-04
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Superb birthday dinner for my mum. Second time we’ve been here and will definitely be back for a third. Fish is very fresh, mussels are fantastic. Chicken dishes are also so tasty for those who aren’t into their fish! Unique menu and flavours, highly recommend,...
George B . 2023-10-04
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Fantastic food and the staff arè lovely. Very friendly restaurant. Interesting and unique menu. A wonderful evening.
Denise C . 2023-09-30
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The Cochin is my favourite Indian restaurant around me, and one of our favourite restaurants in Hertfordshire full stop. The service is great, and the food is filling yet light. I recently went there with my partner to a vegetarian feast served on a banana...
David H . 2023-09-27
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They are always so incredibly polite in there, so attentive and efficient. The food is always delicious and this time they went above and beyond to make my dads birthday feel special.
Marianne B . 2023-09-23
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I really don’t like the service . I feel they didn’t treated us equally like they treat English people with more love and respect like they open the doors for them, Come around them couple of times to check that they like the food or...
Shabnam s . 2023-09-16
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Super food and super service. Brilliant!! I travelled down from Cambridge to dine with friends. It was well worth the trip!!
TGandJG . 2023-09-14
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Sadly I had not been to The Cochin for 15 years before last night but the delicious food i remembered was still being served up with passion. It is important to note how welcoming the staff are at cochin and how they can advise you...
T6119WFandyb . 2023-09-13
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My recent visit to the Cochin Restaurant in the Old Town at the Hemel Hempstead was an absolute delight 😊. It left my taste buds wanting for more. The dishes are light, flavoursome, rich and robust. Kudos to the owner & chef, Ajmal and his...
Kamal K . 2023-09-11
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Amazing food as always. Wonderful kind staff and fantastic service. Lemon rice was delicious, highly recommend.
Saggy P . 2023-09-03
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We went yesterday for Onam Sadhya and loved the each and every food item. It has unique taste. We enjoyed food as well as the service of all their friendly staff. Aditya, a staff member was so sweet and kind. She offered food with smile...
Manasi P . 2023-08-30
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Very pleasant environment, friendly staff. Great variety of food, tried something new and loved it. Would recommend
Emily S . 2023-08-23
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I never miss my home land because the Cochin is in my town,I am a huge fan of Kerala food and I always choose cochin.strongly recommended.Must visit place.
Athulya M . 2023-08-10
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Food was soo soo tasty and staffs were so friendly and totally it was a good experience. I definitely gonna visit again. Loved it 😍
Wander45681846537 . 2023-08-10
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A good place to feel you're back in India. The food combinations were decentThe food tasted very much like what we have in kerala making me want to go back for more. . PS: The beef roast is a must have thank me later
Vishnu K . 2023-08-10
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Again &again It just amazing.This was my second time still the food quality and quantity is just superb.My family was so happy with the service and food.
814shamsudheent . 2023-08-10
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Lovely cosy restaurant, good quality food and delightful staff! Decor is considered to give a rustic look matching the style of food. The girls who served us couldn't do enough to please. Different to the usual Indian experience.
marieaC7738BB . 2023-08-09
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Ordered their special biriyani and found a hair on my food. Absolutely shocking customer service from them as I was told to wait for the replacement and seems like one of their staffs just removed the hair from it and gave me the same biriyani...
deeshika . 2023-08-06
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The mouthwatering aroma of its Kerala cuisine filled my tummy in the first go...felt back at Cochin my birthplace.. The food tasted so nice..
lizebeth j . 2023-08-06
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The food was distinctly average with some starters with cold water. Service here was poor, had to keep asking when food was coming. When the food came it was looking good unfortunately it didn't taste as good as it looked...
Andrea J . 2023-08-05
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Excellent southern Indian food with very friendly and attentive service. Many dishes that you don't find in a typical "British" Indian restaurant. We have always enjoyed out trips to The Cochin.
Eoin1442 . 2023-08-05
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This is a great spot for Authentic Indian dishes. Very good ambience and very Friendly staffs. It was great to see smiling faces of the staffs.
282linod . 2023-08-01
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This is my 3rd visit in cochin,I always wondering for having fish in banana leaf..it just amazing always..and the combo with the Appam is just made in heaven and the service is so so nice.I always wish to be back.
thrillaxixx . 2023-07-30
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A fine dine restaurant with amazing staff and ambience! Just go for any dish in the menu and you won't regret. All the kerala bread,rice and dishes is worth the price and taste. I been there once in a while to taste everything in the...
Anila B . 2023-07-30
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This is my often go to place with friends and family. They had a big fat menu with mouth watering recipes. A great ambience with awesome staff. This place has my heart to go for a healthy kerala cuisine especially dinner in the heart of...
Soorya S . 2023-07-30
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One of the worst worst restaurant I ever been in Hemel. The food was so oily and bit expensive while comparing with other restaurants. Never ever recommend this to anyone. I would have gone for zero star if there is an option for it
Alan B . 2023-07-29
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Best Indian food and great service. Every dish was superb. We went with the recommended dishes and were not disappointed
Kevin K . 2023-07-26
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The veg Thali and the Dosa are fabulous. Lovely view of the church from the table at the front. Great staff.
Jude M . 2023-07-26
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This restaurant is most certainly the best in Hertfordshire, Cochin always provides the very best for choice and quality. Most importantly every member of staff have the most wonderful smile 😃, and always happy to please.
Neil M . 2023-07-22
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Excellent restaurant and tasty food. Staff extremely friendly and helpful. Have been there twice now and will definitely be coming back
Michelle D . 2023-07-14
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Great little Indian joint with free parking after 6 pm nearby. The taste is quite anglicised so make sure to ask for spicy version of your dishes.
Rohit S . 2023-07-12
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Absolute brilliant time. Phoned up. Booked us straight in. Top notch food. Had a nut allergy and accommodated me just fine. Was a great experience. No fraught beer at that time but had a bottled beer was really cold and refreshing. Lovely staff livery food well done chef. Needs a massive pat on the back. Highly recommend. Well done team!
chickenvegetablemeatcurrycookedprawnoldlambmustspicybananaricecoconutfishsoupAbsolute brilliant time. Phoned up. Booked us straight in. Top notch food. Had a nut allergy and accommodated me just fine. Was a great experience. No fraught beer at that time but had a bottled beer was really cold and refreshing. Lovely staff livery food well done chef. Needs a massive pat on the back. Highly recommend. Well done team!
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