Pondicherry prides itself on being a melting pot of so many different cultures. Naturally, this reflects in the local cuisine. It is in the southern part of India, and so has a lot of Tamilian influence but it also has a history of being a French colony, and so is home to some of the best croissants in the country!
Pondicherry is a town that’s bustling with tourists from all over the world year-round and so caters to a variety of palates. Read on to find out where Pondicherry eats!
Les Saveurs
This place with a cozy with a modern European aesthetic is one of the most-visited restaurants of Pondicherry—and one of the most loved, too! They serve up some scrumptious pizza, paninis, baguette sandwiches, and much more.
Where: 36, Dumas Street, Rue Dumas, White Town, Puducherry.When: Opens at 12 noon
Margarita’s Mexican Restaurant
This red-walled restaurant is close to the sea and serves the best Mexican fare and American finger food in town. Hit them up if you’re feeling like some taco salad, tangy chimichangas, or just some tortilla soup.
This red-walled restaurant is close to the sea and serves the best Mexican fare and American finger food in town. Hit them up if you’re feeling like some taco salad, tangy chimichangas, or just some tortilla soup.
Where: 1, Aurobindo Street, Gingee Street Junction, White Town, Puducherry
When: Opens at 12.30 PM
Bay of Buddha
The view from this discreet restaurant situated on the rooftop of The Promenade is a sight to behold! They are the best choice for those that are feeling like splurging a little on their loved ones tonight. They serve Pan-Asian food including Vietnamese, Korean, Thai and Indonesian cuisines and have the most courteous staff manning this date-night-perfect setting.
Where: 23, The Promenade, Goubert Ave, White Town, Puducherry, 605001
When: 7 to 11 PM
1 Rue Suffren
This quaint place serves a wide palate of food from Chicken Stroganoff to whole Tandoori Chicken! Continental and North-Indian delicacies are the top-ordered delicacies in this spot that’s best known for its ambiance and courteous staff.
Where: 1, Suffren Street, Chamber De Commerce Building, Near Bhartidasan Park, White Town, Puducherry.
When: 11 AM to 11 PM
Mission Street
What’s a trip to Pondicherry without tasting some of the delicious street-food the town has to offer? Situated just a kilometer away from Seethala, Mission Street is filled with hawkers and kiosks that serve the best of local street-food. Should you choose to embark on Mission Street Food, be sure to check out the Khowsuey, Mutton rolls, Pakoras, Samosas and so much more! We also highly suggest the Mushroom Bondas dished out by a kiosk located right opposite Café Xtasi.
Where: Mission Street, Pondicherry
When: Most kiosks open in the evening but are sold-out before night!
Mutton Samosa Café
The usually-vegetarian samosa gets a finger-licking twist in this affordable eatery located in the Colas Nagar locality of Pondicherry. Stuffed with juicy minced mutton and fried to crispy perfection, these samosas are a must-try. They also serve Tamil-style mutton soup that’s to die for!
Where: South Boulevard, Colas Nagar, Puducherry, 605001
When: 5.30 PM onwards
Whether you choose to dine at the grandeur of The Promenade or bite into some crispy street-food, we hope you have a pleasant stay at Pondicherry!
