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Some of Fort Cochin's best dining can be found in the homestays, but there are lots of
good restaurants and cafes. Covert beer consumption in teapots is de rigueur in many of
Fort Cochin's cheaper restaurants, and more expensive in the licensed ones.
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Fort Cochin
Behind the Chinese fishing nets are several
fishmongers
, from whom you can buy fish (or
prawns, scampi, lobster), then take your selection to one of the row of simple but popular
restaurants on nearby Tower Rd where the folks there will cook it and serve it to you for
an additional charge. Market price varies.
Kashi Art Cafe
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(Burgher St; breakfast & snacks ?80-110; 8.30am-7.30pm)
An institution in Fort Cochin, this natural
light-filled place has a zen-but-casual vibe and solid wood tables that spread out into a
semi-courtyard space. The coffee is as strong as it should be and the daily Western break-
fast and lunch specials are excellent. A small gallery shows off local artists.
Teapot
(Peter Celli St; mains ?60-250)
This atmospheric cafe is the perfect venue for 'high tea', with 16
types of tea, sandwiches, cake and full meals served in chic, airy rooms. Witty tea-themed
accents include loads of antique teapots, tea chests for tables and a gnarled, tea-tree-based
glass table.
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Loafers Corner
(cnr Bastion & Princess Sts; ?40-90; 11am-10pm)
If you can grab one of the three window seats
there are few better people-watching spots than this corner cafe with a beautiful timber
ceiling and earthy tones. The menu is mostly snacks like dosas and kati rolls, as well as
shakes, juice and lassis.
CAFE
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Dal Roti
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