Authentic Kerala Cuisine
പൊതിച്ചോറ്
Authentic Kerala Flavours
Experience traditional Kerala recipes crafted with passion, served with warmth, and inspired by generations of culinary heritage.
Our Story
Kerala comfort, served like home
Pothichor is built on the spirit of a Kerala family feast: food cooked slowly, spices balanced with care, and guests welcomed with genuine warmth. Every plate reflects traditional South Indian techniques, fresh ingredients, and recipes that honor generations of home cooking.
From banana-leaf inspired meals to comforting classics, we bring the depth of Kerala culinary heritage to Christchurch without compromise.
Signature Dishes
Crafted with tradition and heart
Pothichor Special Meal
Traditional Kerala meal served home-style.
Chicken Biriyani
Fragrant rice with tender, spiced chicken.
Beef Kothu Parotta
Shredded parotta tossed with spiced beef.
Puttu Biriyani
House-style fusion favourite with Kerala flavour.
Kallu Appam & Beef Curry
Soft fermented appam paired with rich, slow-cooked beef curry.
Masala Dosa
Crisp dosa folded over classic potato masala with chutney and sambar.
Idli
Steamed rice cakes served with house chutneys and warm sambar.
Chai
Spiced milk tea brewed in the traditional South Indian style.
Fried Fish Specials
Kerala-style fish fry marinated with robust spices and curry leaf.
More Than A Meal
The Kerala Experience
Authentic Spices
Small-batch spice combinations inspired by Kerala kitchens and family memory.
Traditional Technique
Slow simmering, careful tempering, and handcrafted prep done fresh each day.
Family Recipes
Recipes rooted in home cooking, preserved through generations.
South Indian Hospitality
Warm service that feels familiar, generous, and unmistakably Kerala.
Photo Gallery
Food, ambience, and experience
Guest Reviews
4.4 ★
431 Reviews
Arun K.
★★★★★
Feels truly authentic. The flavours reminded me of home in Kerala, especially the biriyani and appam.
Hannah M.
★★★★☆
Warm staff, generous portions, and incredible spice balance. A standout South Indian spot in Christchurch.
Vimal P.
★★★★★
The fish fry and kothu parotta were exceptional. Great place when you want real Kerala-style comfort food.
Visit Us
Pothichor
251B Riccarton RoadUpper Riccarton
Christchurch 8042
New Zealand
Bring Kerala Home Tonight
Contact
Plan Your Next Kerala Feast
Phone: +64 3 341 6700
Address: 251B Riccarton Road, Christchurch
Opening Hours
Monday – Saturday
12 PM – 3 PM
5 PM – 9 PM
Sunday
Closed