David Hall Gallery & Cafe
David Hall Gallery & Cafe
4.5
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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David Hall is a beautiful old Dutch bungalow that has been restored and has taken on a new life as a cultural centre with a gallery for contemporary art, with a focus on providing a platform for young artists. With its café serving authentic thin crust pizzas, delicious bites and beverages; and a space for performing arts, the historic building could be an inspiring, vibrant meeting place for fresh talent and lovers of art.
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anshul a
Dharamsala, India365 contributions
Jan 2023 • Solo
I wish i could give them more than 5 stars because I went there on 1st Jan and the staff was overwhelmed with orders but they made sure that they greet everyone with same warmth and smile. Their menu is too unique and elaborate to only visit once.
Written 9 January 2023
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R-W
4 contributions
Aug 2022
The ambience and the food choices. A great place to bring families. I took family there for breakfast as well as for dinner. The food was great. Kids loved the choices. Mora than that, there is not many places in Fort Cochin you can get a strong European style Espresso coffee at 9 am. The gallery was an added bonus.
Written 7 September 2022
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Nisanth N
New Delhi, India17 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
We had dinner - all veg meals! Dishes were awesome, especially pizzas. Ambience of the restaurant is superb! We spent some 30 min to enjoy the artwork as well. Property is kept well too
Written 28 June 2022
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JAZZZY
Madurai, India1,821 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
Been to david hall with family & friends, it had an art gallery at the entrance of the hotel . Ambience at the restaurant & bakery was good.
Staff were friendly & knew well what they were selling.
Their innovative probiotic juices were one of a kind and new to me. It was so nice to see the chef making pizzas live in front of our eyes.
Our favourite dishes were Korean chicken & their pizzas( thin but soft crust )
They pastries were one of a kind . Famous mattangerry plum cake was unique.
David hall fits in as a hangout joint for youngsters & a fine dining place.
Staff were friendly & knew well what they were selling.
Their innovative probiotic juices were one of a kind and new to me. It was so nice to see the chef making pizzas live in front of our eyes.
Our favourite dishes were Korean chicken & their pizzas( thin but soft crust )
They pastries were one of a kind . Famous mattangerry plum cake was unique.
David hall fits in as a hangout joint for youngsters & a fine dining place.
Written 21 June 2022
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The Gentleman Traveler
London, UK9 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
An excellent place to relax and enjoy the experience of Kochi. Also known as Pandhal café, this café combines an active gallery with indoor and outdoor café seating in a 17th century dutch mansion. Just a few minutes from the sea the café is central for any visitor coming to Fort Kochi. The atmosphere is relaxing and they always play the best 1970s rock music. Staff are attentive, the chef is excellent and I recommend the Sunny side breakfast and for those who like sweets the dark chocolate cakes and French press coffee are exquisite. Gentlemen traveler rates this five out of five.
Written 7 June 2022
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Shalini Kishore
4 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
The most beautiful cafe I have ever been to. The place and the food 🤌🏻🤌🏻🤌🏻 I don’t have words to describe the beauty of the place. And special should out to the staffs. The hospitality was just perfect! We visited them thrice just for their delicious garlic fries and coffee. A must visit !
Written 1 June 2022
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Born_to_travel_alone
Kochi (Cochin), India2 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
The food and services was top notch !! Must mention the waitress Ms.Daisy for her suggestions and services. The total ambiance in the evening also was really nice
Written 10 May 2022
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grlnclmb
colombo24 contributions
Mar 2022
Everything is tasty in this wonderful garden cafe. Great pastries, brilliant espresso, lovely meals. Charming staff.
Written 16 April 2022
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puchka
Bengaluru, India1,743 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
Wow! This is the place to visit not only for their art display but also to enjoy a meal over chilled beverages. They serve all cuisines but famously known for the pizzas made right in front of your table, if you happen to get that enviable table. They have plenty of beverages and food for the health-conscious. We ordered a glass of pineapple juice and berry lemonade followed by thin crust pepperoni
pizza, finger licking good. Service is excellent. Full marks for ambience, except for the smelly toilet with no ventilation. Beautiful place to spend with friends, over tea, snacks and a delicious meal.
pizza, finger licking good. Service is excellent. Full marks for ambience, except for the smelly toilet with no ventilation. Beautiful place to spend with friends, over tea, snacks and a delicious meal.
Written 10 March 2022
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Vikas Singh
Hyderabad, India4,039 contributions
Dec 2021
It was built in 1661 by Dutch East India Company. It is believed that Hortus Malabaricus was compiled by the Dutch governor Van Heede and the Ayurvedic physician Itty Achuden here. During the British Colonial period it came under the Jewish ownership and came to be known as David Hall. Today this place is a popular art gallery. A café used to run in the backside garden which has now closed down.
Written 24 January 2022
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bmgpjl4
France26 contributions
Hi
I'm the ex Head of Design for the Victoria and Albert museum in London..we are staying in Kochi for a few days: 20th-25th April at the Secret Garden hotel. We would like to ask if you have any special exhibitions on at the time of our visit and we certainly look forward to having lunch at your cafe.
kind regards. Mr Brian Griggs
iolo
Swansea, UK196 contributions
You’ll have missed the biennale it was excellent this year. Check out the GCH Website David Hall is part of that organisation. Enjoy Kochi we’ve visited 3 times in 2 years.
DAVID HALL GALLERY & CAFE (Kochi (Cochin)) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about David Hall Gallery & Cafe
- David Hall Gallery & Cafe is open:
- Tue - Sun 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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