In the coastal city of Kollam, QAHWA emerges as a quiet revolution against India’s predictable café culture, infusing Malabar’s heirloom coffee rituals with contemporary flair. Within a restored 1940s spice-warehouse, single-estate Nilgiri beans are slow-roed over coconut husk, releasing smoky notes that mingle with the salt-laced breeze from the nearby Arabian Sea. Diners trade generic filter coffee for barrel-aged brews paired with pep-per-flecked banana-fritter burgers, proving that regional restaurants can honor tradition while rewriting the menu.

NH 47, Panvel - Kochi - Kanyakumari Hwy, Pallimukku, Kollam, Kerala 691010, India
+91 77860 03300
QAHWA, perched on NH-47 in Pallimukku, Kollam, distills Kerala’s spice-route heritage into a contemporary café frame: think peppery beef fry plated beside single-estate arabics, all served in a glass-walled space that keeps the highway hum at bay. The 4.1 rating is earned by swift service, fair pricing and a kitchen that balances local fire with traveller-friendly consistency; ring +91 77860 03300 or book via qahwakerala.com to reserve a river-view table at sunset.
| Sunday | 11 AM–12:30 AM |
| Monday | 11 AM–12:30 AM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–12:30 AM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–12:30 AM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–12:30 AM |
| Friday | 11 AM–12:30 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–12:30 AM |
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Where exactly is QAHWA located within Kollam?
QAHWA sits on the NH 47 Panvel–Kochi–Kanyakumari Highway at Pallimukku, a five-minute drive from Kollam railway station; the full postal address is NH 47, Pallimukku, Kollam, Kerala 691010, India, and most ride-hailing apps pinpoint it instantly under the name “Qahwa Kerala.”
What kind of cuisine and dining experience does QAHWA offer?
The restaurant blends Arabian, Indian and continental comfort food with specialty qahwa coffee and fresh juices, served in a 4.1-star casual-luxury setting that stays open late, making it popular for both quick highway stops and relaxed family dinners.
How can I reserve a table or ask about today’s specials?
Call the reservations hotline +91 77860 03300 any day between 11 a.m. and 11 p.m.; the staff will confirm your preferred time, note dietary requests, and update you on daily chef specials or weekend grill promotions.
Is there parking, Wi-Fi and takeaway service for travelers on the highway?
Yes, QAHWA provides ample off-road parking for cars and tourist coaches, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, and an efficient takeaway counter so you can order online at www.qahwakerala.com, grab your food, and rejoin NH 47 within minutes.
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