2 Best Restaurants in Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), Kerala

A cobblestone pathway, fountain, and exposed brick walls set the tone for this pretty garden café, which has an alfresco dining area, a garden courtyard, a co-working space, and a private dining area. The menu includes Mexican, Mediterranean, and Southeast Asian cuisine, and the café serves single-origin coffee sourced from Chikkamagaluru in the state of Karnataka.  Its location in a residential area might make finding it a bit tricky; get good directions before heading here.

The food and buffet selection at the Hilton Garden Inn’s all-day dining restaurant is varied and delicious, with everything from Kerala classics like meen manga curry to North Indian specialties, Italian pastas, and pizzas, and even a fresh salad counter. Beyond the food, a major draw is its staff; executive chef Asmic Raj pays careful attention to diners' likes and dislikes and makes sure to stop by every table to ask about their dining experience.