Ginger House Restaurant
Hidden among the fragrant spice warehouses of Fort Kochi, Ginger House Restaurant invites diners to taste Kerala’s culinary soul in a 200-year-old godown turned riverside sanctuary. Here, ginger—fresh, pickled, candied, and ground—stars in every dish, from fiery mango-ginger fish curry to velvet ginger payasam, each plate narrating the port city’s centuries-old romance with maritime spice routes.
Jew Town, Kappalandimukku, Mattancherry, Kochi, Kerala 682002, India
+91 484 221 3400
4/5 (Read the Reviews)
Tucked inside Jew Town’s spice-scented lanes, Ginger House Restaurant pairs Keralite staples with subtle global tweaks—think pearl-spot pollichathu finished in banana leaf or ginger-laced prawn masala—served on a river-facing patio where Chinese fishing nets silhouette against sunset; service is unhurried yet attentive, prices fair, and the in-house ginger products make for edible souvenirs.
| Sunday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–10 PM |
More information
Where exactly is Ginger House Restaurant located?
Ginger House Restaurant sits on the historic Jew Town pier at Kappalandimukku, Mattancherry, Kochi, Kerala 682002, India, directly behind the Paradesi Synagogue, making it a convenient culinary stop after heritage walks.
How can I reserve a table or ask about the menu?
You can reach the front desk at +91 484 221 3400 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.; while the restaurant does not offer online booking, a quick call ensures your waterside seat is held, especially on weekends.
Is Ginger House purely vegetarian or does it serve seafood?
Although the heritage building is centuries-old, the kitchen is non-vegetarian friendly, celebrated for its fresh Kerala prawns, ginger-flavoured karimeen and spicy squid, all plated on ginger-root-shaped terracware.
What are the current opening days and star rating?
Ginger House opens Tuesday to Sunday, 11 a.m.–7 p.m., remains closed on Mondays, and consistently earns a 4-star average across major travel platforms for its river-view dining, ginger-based desserts and attentive service.