Pondicherry is not a party city, but with so many bars nearby, you're bound to have some exciting nights. You must have a list of cafes handy if you have a hangover or want to enjoy a satisfying breakfast in this French town of India. We’re talking about places that serve delicious milkshakes, coffee, and a side of lip-smacking dishes. We’ve picked the cafes that open their doors early in the morning, so you don’t have to go running around in a new city. Plus, these are located in the nooks of some famous parts of Puducherry, so hopefully you don’t have to make a long trip. Here we go, bookmark them all for a hearty meal.
Smoothies To Sandwiches: Here Are 5 Cafes In Pondicherry For A Hearty Breakfast
The Smoothie Bar
This quaint place has a casual dining experience with maple wood-like interiors and a hint of greenery. Their healthy juices and smoothies will replenish your energy. The Smoothie Bar has everything delicious that will satisfy your taste buds, from sandwiches to croissants. If you're not a morning person or you're looking to energise for a day full of travel, they also have an extensive menu of coffee and coffee-based beverages.
Where: White Town, Puducherry
Timings: 10 am to 10 pm
The Indian Kaffe Express
With a chic setup and a semi-casual dining scenario, The Indian Kaffe Express is a go-to brunch place. Though, considering it opens very early in the morning and has a sumptuous menu, we are giving it a thumbs up to enjoy your brekkie! They have all things English, from omelettes to French toast. The Indian Kaffe Express' beverage menu has many options for coffees, juices, and shakes. If you go a bit late in the day, you can have their parathas or stuffed rolls.
Where: White Town, Puducherry
Timings: 7.30 am to 9 pm
Cafe Ole
A quaint little place, Cafe Ole is perfect if you want to have a quick bite. Their limited menu has just the right things to satisfy your morning hunger. Sip on their flavourful coffees, hot chocolate, milkshakes, and sandwiches. Take pleasure in a no-fuss quiet morning here, with old-school decor and the rejuvenating smell of coffee.
Where: Mission Street, Puducherry
Timings: 9 am to 10 pm
Pondy Bucks
This place is especially for all the sweet lovers! Pondy Bucks will be a sweet start to your day if your guilty pleasure is to enjoy some chocolatey beverages and pastries in your breakfast. I mean, of course, if you're on vacation, you can have desserts like there's no tomorrow. To balance out the taste, you can also get their sandwiches, for which they have ample vegetarian and non-vegetarian options.
Tip: Pondy Bucks also bakes delicious cakes, so if you're in Pondicherry to celebrate a birthday, here's where you can sort out your cake from.
Where: Canteen Street, Puducherry
Timings: 9 am to 10 pm
PY Cafe & Restaurant
PY Cafe & Restaurant is a boho-chic space that by day is a pastel cafe and by night is a fun, music-filled restaurant. It's a must-visit cafe for some Insta-worthy photos, while you gorge on your morning meal. Their menu has a "The Wake Up Call" section that will be perfect to energise you with a dose of caffeine. Go for their All Day Breakfast which includes options like English breakfast, eggs, and even crepes (again, it's a vacation, so, don't hold back). Apart from these, their soups, starters, sandwiches, and pastas would be great for a brunch at a cute cafe in a French town (call it a date!).
Where: Heritage Street, Puducherry
Timings: 10 am to 10 pm