Hidden among Kannur’s spice-laden backstreets, The Tibetan defies Kerala’s coastal clichés, serving momos that steam like Himalayan mornings and thukpa that warms faster than the Arabian sun. In a city where Malabar biryani once ruled, this modest shack proves India’s restaurant scene still has altitudes left to climb.

Beach Road, Park, near Payyambalam, Payyambalam, Kannur, Kerala 670001, India
+91 74061 11184
Perched a stone’s throw from Payyambalam Beach in Kannur, The Tibetan brings the high Himalayas to Kerala with momos that arrive cloud-soft and chili-kissed, thukpa bowls fragrant with hand-pulled noodles, and clay-oven roasted meats punched up with Tibetan spices; the simple wood-and-prayer-flag dining room is tiny, yet service is swift, prices gentle, and the 4.8-rating feels earned when sunset light rolls in off the nearby park.
| Sunday | 12–10 PM |
| Monday | 12–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–10 PM |
| Thursday | 12–10 PM |
| Friday | 12–10 PM |
| Saturday | 12–10 PM |
More information
Where exactly is The Tibetan located in Kannur?
The Tibetan sits on Beach Road, directly opposite the Payyambalam Park and a two-minute walk from the main Payyambalam Beach entrance; the full postal address is Beach Road, Park, near Payyambalam, Kannur, Kerala 670001, India, making it easy to spot after a sunset stroll.
How can I reserve a table or ask about the menu?
Call the restaurant directly on +91 74061 11184 between 11 a.m. and 10 p.m.; the staff speak fluent English and will confirm your preferred time, note any dietary restrictions, and even hold a seaside-view table if you mention it while booking.
Is there parking available nearby?
Yes, guests can use the Payyambalam Park pay-and-park lot just 50 m away; it is secure, costs about ₹30 for two hours, and from there the restaurant’s Tibetan prayer-flag façade is visible, so the short walk doubles as a pleasant beach-road amble.
What rating does The Tibetan have, and is it reflected in the prices?
The Tibetan proudly displays its 4.8-star average from hundreds of reviews; despite the exceptional rating, mains typically range ₹180–₹320, so you enjoy authentic momos and thukpa at street-friendly prices with sea-breeze ambience included.
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