10 Best Restaurants in Havelock Island

There are tons of restaurants in Havelock Island, especially near the jetty and Govindnagar area, but not all of them are created equal. Havelock is the haven for seafood in the islands. Thanks to its myriad of mouth-watering dishes made with fresh fish, crabs, and prawns caught near the seas surrounding havelock. It doesn’t get fresher than this. Moreover, most of the restaurants here are moderately priced and offer great service.

Here we have chosen some of the best restaurants in terms of overall freshness, taste, and service. See this list on Google Maps.

Fat Martins Cafe:

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One of the most famous restaurants in Havelock is Fat Martin. This raw and cozy restaurant is located near Andaman Bubbles, surrounded by forest and greenery along with a great ambiance.

The restaurant is most famous for Asian and Seafood, fish and chips being the most liked dish. Along with free wifi, and walls made of mat, fat martin is focused more on food than service and does a wonderful job with it. If you are looking for a content meal that tastes good and fills you up, this is the best choice for you.

Bonova Cafe:

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Besides having a great ambiance complemented by polished wooden walls, the Bonova cafe also pays special attention to its service. Being one of the best restaurants in Havelock, it offers the best seafood on the island without a doubt. Tandoori fish being the must-try one.

Combine this with live music and Dj and you have the recipe for a great dine-out experience. The ambiance is great, especially at night, and music is not blatantly loud, making it best for both families and couples. Overall a must-visit, if you pay attention to your dining experience.

Full Moon Cafe:

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From a simple shack to one of the most famous restaurants in Havelock Island, Full Moon Cafe has been consistently serving fresh and delicious seafood since 2006. A restaurant made of wood and mat, situated near a beach overlooking the sea and horizon, it gives out a vibe of tranquility and relaxation along with mouth-watering food.

With chef’s special dishes like Warm Prawn Salad and Grilled Fish, the cafe offers more than just great coffee. Overall a great place to be if you like casual dining along with a cup of awesomeness.

Something Different- A Beachside Cafe:

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Located near Beach No. 2, Something Different Cafe offers a tranquil view of the open sea surrounded by lush greenery on both sides. The restaurant is an open type that also comes with a bar and features a children’s play area that keeps everyone happy.

More on the fast-food side with its famous Pizza and Burgers, Something Different also offers Indian and Chinese dishes along with tasty desserts and ice-cream for your sweet tooth. With great seating capacity, this is the best restaurant in this list for large groups and families. The service is warm, the view is amazing, and the food is mouth-watering. What more could you ask for?

Anju Coco:

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Among all the cafes and small shacks of Havelock Island, stands Anju Coco with a proper meal that fills you up. Located right in the heart of Havelock, Anju Coco offers Chinese, Indian, and Seafood with amazing dishes like Grilled Tuna and Giant Prawns among other mouth-watering food that travelers swear by.

The best part is that it's family-friendly and offers all meals including after-hours special. The bar is cozy and the restaurant also offers vegetarian and vegan-friendly food that stands out from others. Overall a great place to be for a proper meal.

Sea Dragon Restaurant:

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Sea Dragon is an elegant restaurant located in Havelock Island Beach resort, which itself is in a remote area of Havelock. With a wonderful view of the sea and fine wood interior, the restaurant has provided an ambiance that is hard to compete with.

This eatery is famous for Chinese, Asian, and Indian cuisines with a mouth-watering lineup of carefully prepared dishes that taste better than they look. With other great services like candlelight dinner for honeymoon couples and a good amount of veg and vegan-friendly dishes, it is one of the best places to eat in Havelock Island.

Dakshin by Barefoot:

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Located conveniently near the jetty of Havelock Island, Dakshin Restaurant is the right combination of a great view and lip-smacking food. The restaurant was designed with special care to provide a direct view of the sea, surrounded by palm trees inspires a great meal. The menu is specifically designed to cater authentic South Indian Food including dosa and Fish Thali that travelers swear by.

The only thing that a mild drawback is the serving time, but Dakshin makes it up to you with its quality food that leaves you wanting more. Overall a decent place to visit, especially when you arrive at Havelock or are taking a return trip from Elephant Beach.

Golden Spoon Restaurant:

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Located very close to the Symphony Palms Resort, the Golden Spoon Restaurant is a great place to be if you adore fresh seafood. Made with just wood and mat, the interiors are nothing award-worthy but Golden Spoon makes up for it with its delicious food.

With a menu filled with Indian and Asian Cuisine the restaurants do Fish Fry and Prawns Masala just right. The pricing is moderate and the place is family-friendly. Overall a great place to visit and fill yourself up.

Kathmandu Restaurant:

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With a focus on Tibetian dishes along with Nepali and Indian cuisines, the Kathmandu Restaurant offers a myriad of unique dishes that can’t be found anywhere else in Havelock Island. The interiors although not very elegant, still provide a pretty appetizing ambiance that lets you focus more on food than the estate.

Great portions of food combined with super fast service and budget-friendly menu make this restaurant a must-visit if you are in close proximity to Govindnagar NH5.

Shakahaar Restaurant:

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Evidenced by its name, the Shakahaar is a pure veg restaurant that is located pretty close to Symphony Palms Resort that welcomes guests who’d like nothing less than carefully made veg food that takes care of your appetite.

The ambiance along with interiors is not something to look forward to but the restaurant offers simple dishes that take care of your hunger. With special to cleanliness and pricing that is perfect for budget travelers, the restaurant is one of the best places in Havelock for a full veg meal that fills you up fast. Overall a decent place to visit.