Kerala meals
The Kerala lunch is praised for traditional rice, curries, sides and chutneys, with mathi fish fry a standout for one reviewer.
King Chef Restaurant - International City
Italy
In the Italy neighbourhood of International City, King Chef is a Kerala-leaning Indian restaurant with family seating and a broad menu. Reviews point especially to its mutton biryani and Kerala meals, while delivery and private catering give regulars ways to enjoy the food beyond a standard dine-in visit.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
1,053 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Biryani range
Mutton, beef, dhum and Mangala biryanis all receive specific praise, including a Mangala combo with Aleesa, chicken 65 and fruit salad.
Family seating
Several reviews describe clean, comfortable dining areas, including a family hall and enough space for family meals.
Breakfast options
Breakfast reviewers specifically enjoyed Mathi Mulakittathu, Kerala porotta and fish curry rather than limiting the meal to typical breakfast staples.
Catering
A home party catering order included a buffet with tawa beef, paal kappa and biriyani, all described as appetising.
Delivery
Regular delivery customers report fresh, well-packed food, generous portions and consistently punctual service.
What to Eat at King Chef Restaurant - International City How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For King Chef Restaurant - International City, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at King Chef Restaurant - International City got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Appam with stew Net +1
“If you’re looking to indulge in the authentic flavors of Kerala, this Kerala restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience. With dishes like Malabar biryani, appam with stew, and ghee roast , the restaurant captures the true essence of Kerala’s rich culinary tradition. The food is freshly prepared, beautifully spiced, and full of flavor. Diners often praise the balance of coconut and spices, which makes each dish stand out. The ambiance is warm and inviting, reflecting Kerala’s vibrant culture. Whether you’re looking for a taste of home or exploring Kerala cuisine for the first time, this restaurant delivers a fantastic meal with exceptional service.”
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“If you’re looking to indulge in the authentic flavors of Kerala, this Kerala restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience. With dishes like Malabar biryani, appam with stew, and ghee roast , the restaurant captures the true essence of Kerala’s rich culinary tradition. The food is freshly prepared, beautifully spiced, and full of flavor. Diners often praise the balance of coconut and spices, which makes each dish stand out. The ambiance is warm and inviting, reflecting Kerala’s vibrant culture. Whether you’re looking for a taste of home or exploring Kerala cuisine for the first time, this restaurant delivers a fantastic meal with exceptional service.”October 2024
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Beef biriyani Net +1
“Good food, especially beef biriyani and their workers and delivery person Talha mirza very nice service👍👍”
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“Good food, especially beef biriyani and their workers and delivery person Talha mirza very nice service👍👍”May 2026
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Chicken biriyani Net +1
“We also tried the chicken biriyani which feel like kerala kalyana biriyani”
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“We also tried the chicken biriyani which feel like kerala kalyana biriyani”November 2023
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Creamy chicken soup Net +1
“The creamy chicken soup was also good”
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“The creamy chicken soup was also good”November 2023
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Deer pepper roast Net +1
“Deer pepper roast must try. We tried both rice and wheat puttu both taste awesome.”
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“Deer pepper roast must try. We tried both rice and wheat puttu both taste awesome.”April 2023
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Dhum biriyani Net +1
“Must go. It is an experience that you should enjoy real taste of South Indian food.. specially dhum biriyani,and mango curry..”
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“Must go. It is an experience that you should enjoy real taste of South Indian food.. specially dhum biriyani,and mango curry..”February 2026
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Fish curry Net +1
“I usually never order fish for breakfast, but the fish curry here was so tasty and flavorful that I really enjoyed it. Highly recommended!”
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“I usually never order fish for breakfast, but the fish curry here was so tasty and flavorful that I really enjoyed it. Highly recommended!”June 2026
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Fish mango curry Net +1
“We tried Fish Mango curry with spring hoppers. Fresh food.”
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“We tried Fish Mango curry with spring hoppers. Fresh food.”March 2026
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Ghee roast Net +1
“If you’re looking to indulge in the authentic flavors of Kerala, this Kerala restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience. With dishes like Malabar biryani, appam with stew, and ghee roast , the restaurant captures the true essence of Kerala’s rich culinary tradition. The food is freshly prepared, beautifully spiced, and full of flavor. Diners often praise the balance of coconut and spices, which makes each dish stand out. The ambiance is warm and inviting, reflecting Kerala’s vibrant culture. Whether you’re looking for a taste of home or exploring Kerala cuisine for the first time, this restaurant delivers a fantastic meal with exceptional service.”
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“If you’re looking to indulge in the authentic flavors of Kerala, this Kerala restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience. With dishes like Malabar biryani, appam with stew, and ghee roast , the restaurant captures the true essence of Kerala’s rich culinary tradition. The food is freshly prepared, beautifully spiced, and full of flavor. Diners often praise the balance of coconut and spices, which makes each dish stand out. The ambiance is warm and inviting, reflecting Kerala’s vibrant culture. Whether you’re looking for a taste of home or exploring Kerala cuisine for the first time, this restaurant delivers a fantastic meal with exceptional service.”October 2024
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Hawaiian salad Net +1
“I also had the Hawaiian Salad, which was fresh and wonderful.”
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“I also had the Hawaiian Salad, which was fresh and wonderful.”July 2026
Honorable mentions (15)
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Kadai paneer Net +1
“Here the Food are Hygienic with Delicious taste. The staff are friendly, the service are quick and the atmosphere are pleasant. I really enjoyed different types of food here, Specilly to my favorite KADAI PANEER. So, I would highly recommend this restaurant.”
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“Here the Food are Hygienic with Delicious taste. The staff are friendly, the service are quick and the atmosphere are pleasant. I really enjoyed different types of food here, Specilly to my favorite KADAI PANEER. So, I would highly recommend this restaurant.”July 2026
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Kerala porotta Net +1
“Had breakfast here and it was really good. The Mathi Mulakittathu and Kerala porotta were awesome — definitely a must-try.”
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“Had breakfast here and it was really good. The Mathi Mulakittathu and Kerala porotta were awesome — definitely a must-try.”June 2026
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Malabar biryani Net +1
“If you’re looking to indulge in the authentic flavors of Kerala, this Kerala restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience. With dishes like Malabar biryani, appam with stew, and ghee roast , the restaurant captures the true essence of Kerala’s rich culinary tradition. The food is freshly prepared, beautifully spiced, and full of flavor. Diners often praise the balance of coconut and spices, which makes each dish stand out. The ambiance is warm and inviting, reflecting Kerala’s vibrant culture. Whether you’re looking for a taste of home or exploring Kerala cuisine for the first time, this restaurant delivers a fantastic meal with exceptional service.”
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“If you’re looking to indulge in the authentic flavors of Kerala, this Kerala restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience. With dishes like Malabar biryani, appam with stew, and ghee roast , the restaurant captures the true essence of Kerala’s rich culinary tradition. The food is freshly prepared, beautifully spiced, and full of flavor. Diners often praise the balance of coconut and spices, which makes each dish stand out. The ambiance is warm and inviting, reflecting Kerala’s vibrant culture. Whether you’re looking for a taste of home or exploring Kerala cuisine for the first time, this restaurant delivers a fantastic meal with exceptional service.”October 2024
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Mango curry Net +1
“Must go. It is an experience that you should enjoy real taste of South Indian food.. specially dhum biriyani,and mango curry..”
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“Must go. It is an experience that you should enjoy real taste of South Indian food.. specially dhum biriyani,and mango curry..”February 2026
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Mathi fish fry Net +1
“Loved the Kerala lunch here – especially the mathi fish fry 🔥 Perfectly spiced and super tasty!”
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“Loved the Kerala lunch here – especially the mathi fish fry 🔥 Perfectly spiced and super tasty!”April 2026
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Mathi mulakittathu Net +1
“Had breakfast here and it was really good. The Mathi Mulakittathu and Kerala porotta were awesome — definitely a must-try.”
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“Had breakfast here and it was really good. The Mathi Mulakittathu and Kerala porotta were awesome — definitely a must-try.”June 2026
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Mutton biryani Net +1
“I tried the Mutton Biryani, and it was absolutely fantastic—full of authentic flavors and incredibly delicious.”
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“I tried the Mutton Biryani, and it was absolutely fantastic—full of authentic flavors and incredibly delicious.”July 2026
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Nadan chicken roast Net +1
“I highly recommend King Chef Restaurant in International City for their delicious NADAN CHICKEN ROAST and the flavorful dhum biriyani, (mutton and beefmy favourite)..all served with excellent service in a hygienic environment. 10/10...❤️❤️”
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“I highly recommend King Chef Restaurant in International City for their delicious NADAN CHICKEN ROAST and the flavorful dhum biriyani, (mutton and beefmy favourite)..all served with excellent service in a hygienic environment. 10/10...❤️❤️”June 2026
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Paal kappa Net +1
“Tawa beef, Paal kappa, biriyani all tasted so good.”
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“Tawa beef, Paal kappa, biriyani all tasted so good.”May 2026
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Rice puttu Net +1
“Deer pepper roast must try. We tried both rice and wheat puttu both taste awesome.”
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“Deer pepper roast must try. We tried both rice and wheat puttu both taste awesome.”April 2023
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Special chicken fry Net +1
“Their special chicken fry is very delicious”
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“Their special chicken fry is very delicious”November 2023
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Spring hoppers Net +1
“We tried Fish Mango curry with spring hoppers. Fresh food.”
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“We tried Fish Mango curry with spring hoppers. Fresh food.”March 2026
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Suttakozhi dish Net +1
“Sajan waiter recommended the Suttakozhi dish, and it was an excellent choice. The taste was superb—well-cooked, flavorful, and perfectly spiced. My friends also enjoyed it a lot.”
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“Sajan waiter recommended the Suttakozhi dish, and it was an excellent choice. The taste was superb—well-cooked, flavorful, and perfectly spiced. My friends also enjoyed it a lot.”December 2025
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Tawa beef Net +1
“Tawa beef, Paal kappa, biriyani all tasted so good.”
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“Tawa beef, Paal kappa, biriyani all tasted so good.”May 2026
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Wheat puttu Net +1
“Deer pepper roast must try. We tried both rice and wheat puttu both taste awesome.”
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“Deer pepper roast must try. We tried both rice and wheat puttu both taste awesome.”April 2023
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Fresh milk tea Net +2
“Their fresh milk tea (karak) is excellent and one of the best in the area.”
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“Their fresh milk tea (karak) is excellent and one of the best in the area.”December 2025
What to Avoid (7)
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Biryani Net −1
“Highly disappointed with the Biryani and the overall experience. The rice was served cold and the chicken was undercooked and tasteless.”
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“Highly disappointed with the Biryani and the overall experience. The rice was served cold and the chicken was undercooked and tasteless.”June 2026
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Chicken fry Net −1
“4. Ordered chicken lollipop and what we got was chicken fry dipped in sauce 5. The food quality was very bad”
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“4. Ordered chicken lollipop and what we got was chicken fry dipped in sauce 5. The food quality was very bad”March 2026
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Chicken lollipop Net −1
“4. Ordered chicken lollipop and what we got was chicken fry dipped in sauce”
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“4. Ordered chicken lollipop and what we got was chicken fry dipped in sauce”March 2026
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Fish fry Net −1
“Meals and biriyani were great. Loved the sides that came with kerala meals, but the fish fry did not meet my expectations, masala could have been better.”
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“Meals and biriyani were great. Loved the sides that came with kerala meals, but the fish fry did not meet my expectations, masala could have been better.”August 2024
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Fish pollichathu Net −1
“Had nice pathiri and fish pollichathu recently, but I would not recommend it at all. The nice pathiri they served was very hard and had a bad smell. When we informed the staff, they refused to take it back and kept defending it, saying that this is how it is supposed to be. Very disappointing response. The fish pollichathu was also very bad. It tasted more like fried fish dipped in tomato curry or fish curry, with a very sour taste. Definitely not what fish pollichathu should be.”
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“Had nice pathiri and fish pollichathu recently, but I would not recommend it at all. The nice pathiri they served was very hard and had a bad smell. When we informed the staff, they refused to take it back and kept defending it, saying that this is how it is supposed to be. Very disappointing response. The fish pollichathu was also very bad. It tasted more like fried fish dipped in tomato curry or fish curry, with a very sour taste. Definitely not what fish pollichathu should be.”June 2026
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Pathiri Net −1
“Had nice pathiri and fish pollichathu recently, but I would not recommend it at all. The nice pathiri they served was very hard and had a bad smell. When we informed the staff, they refused to take it back and kept defending it, saying that this is how it is supposed to be. Very disappointing response.”
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“Had nice pathiri and fish pollichathu recently, but I would not recommend it at all. The nice pathiri they served was very hard and had a bad smell. When we informed the staff, they refused to take it back and kept defending it, saying that this is how it is supposed to be. Very disappointing response.”June 2026
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Plain dosa Net −1
“The current condition of the restaurant is getting worse in teams of delivery and service staffs. The food quality is also getting low day by day. Plain dosa was disappointment. Waited for almost 25 mins for a coffee.”
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“The current condition of the restaurant is getting worse in teams of delivery and service staffs. The food quality is also getting low day by day. Plain dosa was disappointment. Waited for almost 25 mins for a coffee.”April 2023
Tips for a Better Visit
Try lunch. Lunch is a useful starting point: reviewers highlight the Kerala meals, biriyani and mathi fish fry during midday visits.
Plan parking. Allow extra time for parking on weekends; the lot in front may be full even when it is free.
Explore breakfast. For breakfast, consider Kerala porotta with fish curry or Mathi Mulakittathu, which received unusually specific praise.
Check parcels. For delivery, check the curry packaging when it arrives; one order reportedly leaked across the bag.
Ask recommendations. If you want something beyond biryani, ask about the day's suggestions; one diner found the recommended Suttakozhi well-cooked and well-spiced.
Plan the visit
Practical details
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| Mon | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Inconsistent meals
One reviewer received cold rice and undercooked, tasteless chicken in a biryani, alongside complaints about dirty tables and utensils.
Slow service
A quiet visit reportedly involved 20 minutes to clear the table, 15 more to take the order and another 30 to serve food.
Difficult parking
Weekend parking can be difficult, with nearby spaces and the free lot in front reportedly filling up.
Delivery spills
One delivery arrived late with an open curry package that spilled through the bag, leaving much of the order wasted.
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The Bottom Line
King Chef is a Kerala-focused Indian restaurant in the Italy neighbourhood of International City, with family seating, a wide menu and options for dine-in, delivery and private catering. The strongest pattern in the reviews is the South Indian and Malabari cooking: Kerala meals with rice, curries and sides, mutton or beef biryani, appam with stew, and breakfast dishes such as Kerala porotta and fish curry all get specific mentions. There is plenty to explore beyond the headline dishes.
The Mangala biriyani comes as a combo with Aleesa, chicken 65 fry and fruit salad, while one catered home party featured tawa beef, paal kappa and biriyani. Fresh milk tea and snacks are also popular for an evening stop. Several diners describe the atmosphere as clean, comfortable and welcoming, and families have used the separate family hall.
The experience is not perfectly consistent. A few recent reviews report cold or undercooked biryani, hard pathiri, slow service and poor responses to complaints. Delivery is often praised, but one order arrived late with spilled curry.
Parking is another practical headache, particularly on weekends, so allow extra time or consider ordering ahead.