Namma veedu vasanta bhavan — Restaurant in Kerala

Today, we visited Namma Veedu Vasantha Bhavan at the Kuravankonam branch for lunch, but the experience fell short of our expectations.

The service felt somewhat distant, with minimal engagement from the waitstaff. Our orders were brought to the table with little interaction, giving the experience a rather impersonal feel.

We ordered a mix vegetable noodles for the kids, though it was quite bland and lacked flavor, leaving it largely untouched. My wife and I opted for the thali meals, which had an impressive presentation. The meal was beautifully laid out, with a generous variety of stainless-steel bowls filled with different dishes that made the meal visually inviting. It included a chapathi, Keerai Masiyal, a yam-based poriyal, two other varieties of poriyal (which were particularly enjoyable), a tangy sambar, pulishery, rasam, a large bowl of rice, a pickle, a big applam, a payasam, and a sweet (likely a laddu). While the thali was well-crafted and thoughtfully varied, the flavors overall were more subtle than anticipated.

Another notable issue at this branch is the bathroom setup. The restroom is located downstairs, quite a distance from the main dining area, which could be challenging for elderly patrons or those with mobility concerns. Additionally, there is only a single wash basin in the dining area, leading to wait times during peak hours.

Given the brand’s reputation and pricing, we expected a higher standard of both food quality and customer service. The thali setup itself was appealing, though, and with some added attention to flavor, accessibility, and service, this branch has the potential to offer a more...

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