Lila - Curated Experiences

"Review: Lila – Curated Experiences, Fort Kochi Stepping into Lila – Curated Experiences in Fort Kochi feels like entering a living piece of history — a beautifully restored 200+-year-old Dutch mansion where art, culture, food, and creativity mingle effortlessly. From the moment you arrive, the ambience steals the show. Natural light floods the courtyard and indoor spaces, exposing vibrant artwork and eclectic curated pieces that make dining here feel more like a cultural outing than just a meal. Whether you’re seated on the verandah or inside surrounded by art and boutique displays, the setting is undeniably charming and quintessentially Fort Kochi. The food at Lila tends to be a highlight with a blend of Kerala-inspired flavours, global brunch options, artisanal coffee, and delightful baked goods like croissants, cinnamon rolls, and specialty desserts. Their seasonal Sunday brunches and buffet spreads are especially popular, offering a generous mix of local delicacies alongside international favourites. ⭐ What stands out: ✨ Ambience & heritage charm — a perfect place to unwind, sip coffee, and enjoy a relaxed meal. 🍽️ Creative menu with local and global touches 🔶 Areas for improvement: Timing and consistency of food service can vary. Some dishes can be improved on seasoning and delivery speed. 💡 Who it’s best for: Art lovers, brunch enthusiasts, tourists and anyone who appreciates a laid-back, creative dining experience in a unique heritage space"

"Lila restaurant offers delicious croissants, kandhari prawns, and a variety of cakes, as well as a full English breakfast and other brunch options. They also highlight the beautiful, traditional building with a cozy and inviting ambiance, and the friendly and welcoming staff. It's the perfect spot to enjoy a great meal and soak in some creativity. The Lila cafe, a 200 year old dutch mansion converted to a heritage restaurant blending art, culture and a boutique shop is more than just food. The spacious & quant ambience resonates with the old worldly charm of fort kochi. With more than 25 non-veg dishes handpicked for the spread, the effort of the team upfront had to be admired and praised. The lack of suitable parking space was a downside. The decor and ambiance of Cafe Lila are incredibly beautiful and artistic, making it feel like a gallery."

"Beautiful spaces to sit and work from. The service is good and the food is excellent, from the eggs benedict with beef to pastries and granola bowl. They don't have many black coffee options, but the coffee they serve is good. We visited in December. Not sure how comfortable the space will be during summer."

"Lila curated experience located in fort Kochi is an amazingly delightful café the the place is absolutely amazing to unwind and relax The service was very good and the menu was varied from kerala cuisine to international ones. The food was excellent it simply must try for the experience of the the place you can really spend hours just chit chatting or just relax on your own in this wonderful cafe. I had shashouka, ramen, chocolate cake and cappuccino all very excellent Overall a Must try care in fort Kochi"

"Saw Lila Café all over Instagram and decided to try it with my family. The place is lovely — a 400-year-old Dutch building with a menu influenced by Portuguese, Dutch and Kerala cuisine. It definitely sets the mood well. We booked for 7.30 pm through EazyDiner. But the experience did not really match the buzz online. We wanted to check a couple of dishes before ordering — just to know what they were like or how spicy they would be. The answer we got was simply “these are running items,” with no real guidance. So we ordered a little blindly. The menu mentioned that you can upgrade to a pitcher for Rs 150 extra. When we asked for it, we were told pitchers cannot be served because “glasses are not available.” That was confusing, to say the least. Also, despite EazyDiner showing multiple card offers, the café said they accept only Google Pay. Overall, it is a pretty space to visit once, but for us, the experience felt quite average and not worth the hype."