Kerala's 75-year-old puttu & mutton | Served Since

Walk into Kannur Market as early as 5:00 AM, and you’ll find a 75-year-old eatery—even without a signboard.
In this episode of Served Since, we travel to Onakkan Bharathi, an iconic eatery nestled in the central part of Kannur that has been serving generations of market workers, commuters, and food lovers for over three quarters of a century.
Originally known as Bharathi Vilasam, everything changed when a man named Onakkan stepped in, creating a legacy now carried by third-generation owner, Sumesh. From the sounds of Akashvani playing on the radio to the aroma of traditional bamboo-steamed puttu and spicy mutton curry, Onakkan Bharathi is more than just a breakfast spot—it’s where Kannur’s day begins.