Taste the best local dishes and street foods that define Kodaikanal’s charm.

No trip to Kodaikanal is complete without savoring its local food — a mix of traditional South Indian flavors and hill station comfort eats. The cool climate makes every meal more delightful, whether it’s a hot dosa breakfast or a cup of filter coffee overlooking the misty lake.

Start your day with steaming idlis, crisp dosas, and spicy vadas served with coconut chutney and sambar at local eateries near the lake. For lunch, you can enjoy South Indian thalis or explore multi-cuisine restaurants serving North Indian and Chinese dishes.

Don’t miss Kodaikanal’s famous homemade chocolates, handcrafted in small shops with flavors like almond, fruit & nut, and dark cocoa. Pair them with a cup of locally grown hill coffee or herbal tea for a perfect mid-day treat.

Street food lovers can try corn cobs, hot soups, and bhajjis from vendors around Bryant Park and Seven Roads Junction — best enjoyed on a rainy evening.

Guests staying at Pears Garden Holidays can relish freshly cooked home-style South Indian meals, made with local ingredients. From fluffy chapatis to spicy chicken curry, the menu offers comfort and flavor that feel just like home.