Hotel Kalyani, Sama
14 people recommendvia r/vadodara·15 comments quoted below
What people say, in short
Hotel Kalyani in Sama is a small Kerala-style eatery that locals strongly recommend, especially for its biryani, porotta and chicken dishes. One Keralite commenter calls it a saviour for people from Kerala staying in Vadodara, and one diner says it deserves more recognition than it gets. One diner found the mutton undercooked though the chicken was nice, and another admits some might find the biryani average. Prices are budget-friendly, and one diner suggests calling ahead to ask about specials like roasts, shrimp or fish fry.
Address
SB-3, Hotel Kalyani, Centurian Apartment, opp. Kalyan Hall, Opposite Kalyan Hall, New Sama, Vadodara, Gujarat 390008, India
At a glance
- Price
- Budget
- Signature dishes
- Biryani, Porotta, Chicken dishes
- Best for
- Budget
The evidence
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Keralites living in the city consider this place a saviour.
Lists Kalyani as a place they liked for Kerala food.
Used to travel from Gotri every weekend just for the biryani and porotta with curry.
Lists Hotel Kalyani in Sama for lunch and dinner.
Simply recommends Kalyani.
Recommended for Kerala non-veg food.
Recommends Hotel Kalyani for porotta and chicken.
Malayali friends recommended this place.
Rates it 7/10: the mutton wasn't cooked well, though the chicken was nice and the price was good.
Lists it among their three picks for Kerala-style food in Vadodara.
Best option for Kerala food.
Lists it as good for non-veg, biryani and starters.
Expresses high approval of Kalyani.
Very good food and friendly staff; call ahead to ask specials.
Loves their biryani and Kerala dishes, though admits some may find it average.
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Last verified 18/10/2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.