Ulsavam
12 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/kozhikode·15 comments quoted below
What people say, in short
Ulsavam near the stadium is repeatedly recommended for vegetarian meals, sadya and dosa. One diner particularly likes the banana-leaf-wrapped vegetable biryani, while another praises its Kerala-style paneer and mushroom dishes. A diner particularly likes the ghee dosa. Views on value differ: some find it expensive, while one diner feels the taste justifies the cost. A couple of commenters dislike the food, so the enthusiasm is not unanimous.
Address
Druva, Ulsavam Restaurant in Kozhikode, Komappas, Rajaji Road, beside Mathrubhumi Books, opposite EMS Stadium, Arayidathupalam, Kozhikode, Keralam 673004, India
At a glance
- Signature dishes
- Banana leaf wrapped veg biryani, Sadya, Ghee dosa
- Best for
- Vegetarian
- Opinions divided
- Yes
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
Offers rare nadan-style paneer and mushroom veg delicacies in Kozhikode
Considers it among Kerala's best veg hotels, with rare nadan Kerala veg items plus good service and ambience.
Lists it among the better current choices for idli and dosa in the city.
Advises avoiding it, complaining they load their sandwich with too many curry leaves.
Lists it among recommended vegetarian restaurants.
Praises a special veg biryani wrapped in banana leaf for its flavour, though the potato piece is too big.
Ranked Ulsavam first among places for sadya.
Named among the best vegetarian hotels
Economical but great vegetarian food
Calls it trash
Good place to hang but very expensive.
Tried biryani and meals and the food was very good.
Finds the prices steep but the taste worth it, praising the ghee dosa and the range of varieties on offer.
Lists it among the veg options in Kozhikode.
Recommends it for vegetarian food.
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Last verified 20/10/2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.