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Cafe Malabar - Victoria, British Columbia

Gluten Free Friendly, Group Friendly
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British Columbia, Victoria
Open Now Closed
1701 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 0C1 (British Columbia, Victoria)

Cafe Malabar offers a delightful culinary escape to the rich and vibrant flavors of South India right in the heart of Victoria. Known for its authentic Kerala cuisine, this charming cafe invites you to indulge in a variety of traditional dishes, expertly crafted with fresh local ingredients and aromatic spices. The warm, inviting atmosphere coupled with attentive service makes it a perfect spot for both a quick bite or a leisurely meal. Experience a taste of Malabar’s coastal delicacies and unique flavors.

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Overview
Menu

Menu

Disclaimer: Menu prices and items are subject to change and may differ from what is listed, as restaurants update their menus frequently. The menu provided is for reference only. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please contact the restaurant directly.
Malabar Dum Biriyani
Tastes of Malabar
Snacks + Bites
Dosa, Idli + Vada
Puttu + Rice
Hoppers + Bread
Land
Garden
Sea
Desserts
Sides
Beverages

Malabar Dum Biriyani

Chicken Malabar Dum Biriyani (GF)

$22
Regularly $22 - Served with Onion Salad, Date Pickle, Raita, and Pappadam.

Beef Malabar Dum Biriyani (GF)

$24
Regularly $24 - Served with Onion Salad, Date Pickle, Raita, and Pappadam.

Two Malabar Dum BEEF Biriyani = Free KFC or Payasam!

$50
Regularly $50 - Order 2 Malabar Dum Beef Biriyanis and receive a 1/2 Portion of our Kerala Fried Chicken or Palada Payasam

Two Malabar Dum CHICKEN Biriyani = Free KFC or Payasam!

$45
Regularly $45 - Order 2 Malabar Dum Chicken Biriyanis and receive a 1/2 Portion of our Kerala Fried Chicken or Palada Payasam.

King Fish Biriyani (GF)

$24

Lamb Shank Biriyani (GF)

$28

Tastes of Malabar

Parotta + Beef in Banana Leaf aka KIZHI PAROTTA

$23
A serving of our Kerala Pepper Beef and two Parottas. The dish is wrapped in a banana leaf, allowing the Parotta to soak in all the flavours of beef with onions and curry leaves.

KL10

$20
Favourite Evening Street food of Malappuram. A serving of ghee rice with Kerala Fried Chicken, chicken curry, seasonal pickle, onion salad and pappadum.

Kerala Rice Bowl aka CHATTY CHORU (V, GF)

$18
This rice bowl is fried with shallots, spices, and a touch of turmeric, chutney, seasonal thoran, mango pickle, buttermilk curry, and pappadam.

Fish Cooked in Banana Leaf aka FISH POLLICHATHU (GF)

$20
Succulent King Fish fillets are marinated in traditional Kerala spices, wrapped in a banana leaf, and roasted to perfection. It's a taste of coastal paradise on your plate. Served with Matta Rice and Malabar Slaw.

Kochi Kochi (GF)

$24
Tapioca cooked in coconut milk with fried prawns and prawn masala. A combination as vibrant as Kochi, a port city renowned for its picturesque backwaters, charming colonial architecture, and bustling spice markets! Substitue Prawn for Chicken or Beef!

Spicy Prawn Fried Rice aka KAYAL CHEMEEN CHATTY RICE (GF)

$18
A fried rice dish made uniquely in every home. Rice is tossed with fresh curry leaves, garlic and fried prawns. This mouthwatering dish can sway almost all biriyani lovers!

Paal Parotta

$25
This delightful fusion of our flaky, buttery parotta soaked in rich, sweet milk, cooked in a clay pot, and topped with savoury curry, is a must-try. Choose either Beef, Chicken, or Prawn to create the perfect sweet-and-savoury combination!

Snacks + Bites

Kerala Egg Puff (1 piece) (V)

$5
All Time Kerala Favourite! Enjoy this puff pastry filled with a savoury masala mixture and a boiled egg. Served with our spicy house tomato ketchup.

Veg Cutlet (2 pieces) (V, VG)

$8
A soft yet crunchy delicacy made with various vegetables, then coated with breadcrumbs and lightly fried. Served with our spicy house tomato ketchup.

Dosa, Idli + Vada

Idli (3 pieces) (V, VG, GF)

$10
Soft, fluffy, steamed rice cakes.

Kerala Gun Powder Dosa (V, GF)

$12
A crispy and savoury crepe cooked with a spicy coconut mixture

Chilli Butter Dosa (V, GF)

$14
A crispy and savoury crepe cooked with house chilli oil and butter

Savoury Lentil Donuts aka MEDHU VADA (2 pieces) (V, VG, GF)

$8
Crispy, golden-brown lentil donuts with a soft, fluffy interior seasoned with spices and herbs.

Kerala Morning Plate (V, GF)

$16
Vegetarian. Gluten-Free. One plain Dosa and two Idlis. Served with Chutneys & Sambar. Add Extras: Add Potato Masala or Gun Powder to your order!

Puttu + Rice

Puttu (V, VG, GF)

$8
A cylindrical-shaped soft rice cake layered with fresh shredded coconut. No oil is used in the preparation.

Palakkad Matta Rice (V, VG, GF)

$6
This short-grained rice is authentically from the Palakkad Region of Kerala: the unique nutty flavour and a slightly chewy texture.

Malabar Ghee Rice aka NEYCHORRU (V, GF)

$9
Cooked with Kiama rice, ghee, and whole spices and garnished with fried onions, cashews & raisins.

Hoppers + Bread

Hopper’s aka APPAM (2 breads) (V, VG, GF)

$5
A thin bowl-shaped fermented rice and coconut pancake. Minimum order 2.

Egg Hopper’s aka EGG APPAM (1 bread) (V, GF)

$5
Vegan. A distinctive flatbread with crispy, flaky layers that is cooked on a tawa. Famous in the streets of Southern India.

Kerala Parotta (1 bread) (V)

$3
Iconic Kerala Dish! Distinctive flatbread is crafted from kneaded dough that’s stretched, folded, and repeatedly beaten to create crispy, flaky layers!

Land

Egg Stew aka EGG MAPPAS (2 Eggs) (V, GF)

$16
Mappas is a typical Kerala Christian delicacy where coconut milk is stewed with tomato and aromatics.

Chicken & Roasted Coconut Curry aka VARUTHARACHA CHICKEN CURRY (8 oz) (GF)

$18
Very authentic to Kerala! The 15 different spices are ground and roasted with coconut to create the essence of this dish

Chicken Stew aka CHICKEN ISHTU (8 oz) (GF)

$19
A fragrant, creamy chicken stew cooked in mild coconut milk with potatoes, carrots and whole spices.

Kerala Pepper Beef Roast (6 oz) (GF)

$19
This is a staple dish in Kerala! The semi-dry beef is slow-cooked and layered with spices and aromatics, creating the final product of a delicious, soft beef preparation.

Coconut Beef Curry (6 oz) (GF)

$20
Succulent beef pieces marinated in a blend of spices and slow-cooked in a coconut-based sauce.

Goat Stew aka Mutton Ishtu (GF)

$20
This coastal preparation of succulent chunks of mutton is simmered in delicate southern flavours of coconut milk, curry leaf, and cinnamon.

Garden

Vegetable Stew aka Vegetable Ishtu (V, VG, GF)

$15
Coconut milk-based vegetable stew with sweet spices and freshly ground peppercorn.

Chickpea Curry aka KADALA CURRY (V, VG, GF)

$15
Black chickpeas in roasted coconut and coriander base sauce. Best enjoyed with Puttu

Mushroom Pacha Masala (V, VG, GF)

$16
Local BC mushrooms are cooked in a green masala made from cilantro, mint, green chillies, and spices.

Coconut Sambar (V, VG, GF)

$8
Medley of vegetables in a roasted coconut, lentil, and tomato gravy

Buttermilk Curry aka MOORU CURRY (V, VG, GF)

$8
This creamy plantain curry is slow-cooked with buttermilk and turmeric.

Tapioca aka Kappa (V, VG, GF)

$12
Slow-cooked tapioca tossed with mustard seeds and curry leaves. Served with shallot chamanthi. Best enjoyed with Alleppey Fish Curry.

Seasonal Vegetable Thoran (V, VG, GF)

$6
Seasonal stir-fried vegetables with grated coconut and mustard seeds. Simple yet delicious.

Sea

Alleppey Fish Curry (6 oz) (GF)

$19
preparation is made with fruit tamarind, dried chillies and coconut oil. Tuna is poached in this curry and finished with mustard seeds and curry leaves.

Koyilandi Fish Curry (5 oz) (GF)

$16
This King Mackerel Curry has a delicious, rich flavour due to the blend of spices & fresh coconut. Celebrated in the coastal city of Koyilandi.

Fish Molle (GF)

$16
King Fish is semi-fried and simmered in a coconut-based sauce with sweet spices and black pepper.

Malabar Tiger Prawn Masala (5 pieces) (GF)

$20
Succulent prawns cooked in a rich coconut milk-based gravy infused with traditional Malabar spices. A perfect balance of flavours, with the sweetness of the prawns complementing the bold spices and tangy tomato base.

Crispy Fried King Fish aka PORICHA NEYMEEN (5 oz) (GF)

$12
A mouthwatering delicacy featuring fish marinated in a unique blend of spices and herbs, then pan-seared to perfection. Traditionally enjoyed extra crispy! Served with a lemon and Malabar slaw.

Tiger Prawn Fry aka CHEMEEN CHATTY FRY (5 pieces) (GF)

$15
Juicy prawns marinated in a zesty blend of coastal spices then pan-fried in a traditional iron skillet foran irresistible crunch. Served with a lemon and Malabar slaw.

Mussel Coconut Fry aka PORICHA KALLUMAKAYA (GF)

$14
Local BC mussels seasoned with spices and roasted to perfection, capturing the authentic flavours of Kerala's coastal cuisine. Served with a lemon and Malabar Slaw

Desserts

Palada Payasam (V, GF)

$5
Delicate broken rice noodles slowly cooked in sweetened milk, infused with cardamom. This dish takes several hours to prepare and is unique due to its caramel colour.

Tender Coconut Creme Carmel (V)

$12
A creamy caramel custard infused with tender coconut, topped with a coconut tuile and dusted with coconut sugar.

Sides

Mango Pickle

$2

Coconut Chutney

$2

Shallot Chamanthi

$3

Date Pickle

$4

Onion Salad

$2

Garlic Dipping Sauce

$2

House Tomato Ketchup

$2

Tomato Chutney

$2

Mango Chamanthi

$3
Popular

Raita

$2

Beverages

Dasani Water

$2

Coke

$2

Coke Zero

$2

Ginger Ale

$2

Reviews for Cafe Malabar in Victoria, British Columbia

4.6
Yelp
4.6

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