Narikelam Cafe

Shop no 5, Riverdale Suites, Riverfront Rd, Thite Nagar, Kharadi, Pune, Maharashtra 411014, India
$$$ Cafe
(53 Reviews)
Price Range ₹1–200

Narikelam Cafe in Kharadi offers a straightforward, no-frills setting focused on delivering classic South Indian flavors. Tucked inside Riverdale Suites on Riverfront Road, this café feels more like a local breakfast and lunch spot where the food takes center stage amid a clean and simple environment.

The menu is clearly centered around traditional South Indian staples, with items like crisp dosas, varied uttappams, and a variety of idli preparations standing out. The presence of dishes such as ghee podi thatte idli, Mysore masala dosa, and lemon rice highlights their commitment to familiar regional tastes rather than fusion or modern reinterpretations. Prices are modest, reflecting its appeal as an everyday eatery.

Visitors often come here for a relaxed meal that doesn’t complicate things — a place where you can sit down for a plate of well-made podi idli or enjoy a steady flow of filter coffee alongside a paper masala dosa. The atmosphere is clean and minimally decorated, which lets the vibrant South Indian flavors do the talking. It feels like a spot suited for quiet breakfasts or casual catch-ups during the day rather than a bustling evening hangout.

The clientele appears to be locals and working professionals from nearby offices or residents in Kharadi, looking for familiar comfort food that’s consistently prepared. The café’s straightforward setup suggests it’s well-suited for small groups or solo diners who appreciate a peaceful, no-nonsense ambiance without loud music or flashy design.

Service here tends to be polite and efficient, supporting a smooth dining experience without rush. However, seating and ventilation may feel a bit tight at times due to the compact space, so visiting during off-peak hours is a good idea if you prefer a quieter meal.

Overall, Narikelam Cafe works best for anyone craving authentic South Indian breakfast or light lunch within Kharadi who values taste and simplicity over elaborate aesthetics. Coming here in the morning or early afternoon, when the food is freshly prepared and the seating more relaxed, captures the essence of this local South Indian café experience.

Highlights
Great coffee
Popular for
Breakfast
Solo dining
What they serve
Coffee
Quick bite
Small plates
Best for
Breakfast
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

07:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Tuesday

07:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Wednesday

07:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Thursday

07:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Friday

07:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Saturday

07:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Sunday

07:00 AM - 11:00 PM

53 Reviews
Nandigam Viharika

05 Jan 2026

I visited this place after trying it at home. For home delivery I ordered ghee Podi thate idli and it tasted real good. At the restaurant I tried ghee Podi masala dosa and wasn’t disappointed at all. Tasted very South Indian. We also ordered Poori Kurma which is basically your poori bhaji. Poori was good not very thick and was perfect. Kurma tasted good. Neat and clean place. You can have some waiting but worth the wait.

sangeeta guha

21 Dec 2025

A go to place in my vicinity for Good old South Indian traditional taste.... We tried the 4ft long dosa ...which was crisp, with some delectable podi and aloo masala and some sambar n chutney to adorn as sides... One word...Foodgasmed .... The Tatte idli stands out to be my personal favourite with the ghee and podi masala lying cosy on the pillowy soft tatte idli ... Emanating the finest flavours and reminding you of Southern delicacies in all possible ways.... The kothimbir Vadi came out as a pleasant surprise ... Crispy inside and the medley of softness flavours and perfection inside....super yummilicious...u can't stop at one...n a fine parcel made of that as well to carry back goodness home.... Must say the packaging is great too...neat and hygienic ... important these days !! Bissebelle bhath followed ...reminding you of the simplicity of Southern cuisine ...where bissebelle is pure love and healthy food option...loved it totally Pineapple Sheera was done right but could hv been more ghee infused and hotter....to percolate the taste buds n sing a medley to the heart.. N how can the Southern Adventure end without a good filter coffee... It was a gud take on the coffee but could hv been a Lil more stronger ...my kinda u see... In gamut ...Narikelam Cafe at Kharadi does its best to serve you good food ... Service is impeccable with smiling faces and the owner Sharvari looking for feedback to serve you better and even better next time ... M a happy soul ...still Foodgasmed over the love served .... Afterall aint life all about eat ...pray...love....

Krishna Bajaria

27 Nov 2025

Visited the newly opened Narikelam Cafe in Kharadi and had such a good experience! We tried the Mysore Masala Dosa and Ghee Roasted Podi Idli — both were super tasty. The dosa was nice and crisp, and the podi idlis had that perfect ghee and spice combo. You can tell the food is made with love. The ambience is warm and welcoming — clean, minimal, and peaceful. Service was smooth and polite. A big shoutout and best wishes to Sharvari, the owner, for creating such a lovely space. Looking forward to coming back again soon!

Kini Prashantha

01 Oct 2025

Authentic south Indian food. I tried most dosas with friends. Podi dosa, pineapple shira, and filter coffee were very good. As this is a franchise and newly opened, request the owner to keep the same hygiene and quality for long run. As an improvement, ventilation and seating can be given relook as there is scope of improvement. Chutney and sambar can be benchmark with Ghatti chutney and FOM nearby.

Suresh Kumar Khatri

29 Sep 2025

Good tasty south indian dishes Paper masala dosa, Podi thete idli Wada Lemon rice. Good service

Vikram Dutt

28 Sep 2025

Had a wonderful dining experience at the Narikelam Cafe serving authentic South Indian food. We tried Ghee Roast Podi Idli, Podi Thatte Idli, Sabudana Vada, Piyush drink and Filter coffee. Their idli are just super soft and fresh. Sambar and nariyal chutney is also tasty. Ambience and seating space is well structured. Service is decently quick and staff is welcoming. Prices are pocket friendly. Only one point for consideration-Filter coffee can be improved a bit.

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