A large, polished thali house on the Sarkhej-Gandhinagar Highway opposite Rajpath Club, widely rated among Ahmedabad's best value unlimited Gujarati thalis. The platter runs to twenty-plus items including multiple shaak, farsan, dal, kadhi, hot rotli off the tawa and two sweets. It is efficient, air-conditioned and built for families, and queues form at weekends.
Gordhan Thal on the Sarkhej-Gandhinagar Highway, opposite the Rajpath Club in Bodakdev, is the thali house most Ahmedabad residents name when asked where to send a visitor who wants the full Gujarati platter without the heritage-hotel price tag. The restaurant is large, air-conditioned and briskly run, with servers circulating continuously to top up every bowl. A standard thali carries twenty or more components: three or four shaak, dal and kadhi, rice or khichdi, farsan such as dhokla or muthiya, fried snacks, chutneys, pickle, salad, papad, chaas, hot rotli and bajra rotla delivered straight from the tawa, and two sweets that rotate through basundi, shrikhand, mohanthal and seasonal specialities. Pricing sits around INR 375-475 per person (~$3.90-4.95) depending on season and day, so two people eat fully for roughly INR 750-950 (~$7.80-9.90). The menu shifts with the calendar, with undhiyu appearing in winter and aam ras in the mango months, and a Rajasthani slant to some of the dishes. The dining room is functional rather than romantic, and the mood is loud, family-heavy and fast at peak service. Weekend evenings and festival days draw long waits, so arriving at the start of a service, around 11AM or shortly after 7PM, is the practical approach. The restaurant is dry, like all Gujarat restaurants. Its SG Highway position suits travellers staying in the western business districts, and it is an easy auto-rickshaw or cab ride from Navrangpura and Prahlad Nagar. The telephone line for tables and catering is +91 79 2687 3555.
| Price | $$ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily 11AM-3PM and 7PM-11PM |
| Reservations | Walk-in; phone +91 79 2687 3555 for groups |
| Address | Sapath Complex, Ground Floor, Sarkhej-Gandhinagar Highway, Opposite Rajpath Club, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380052 |
Signature dishes
- Unlimited Gujarati thali
- Seasonal undhiyu
- Bajra rotla with white butter
- Basundi and shrikhand
Good to know
- Known for
- Gujarati and Rajasthani thali; known for the unlimited twenty-plus item platter
Location
Sapath Complex, Ground Floor, Sarkhej-Gandhinagar Highway, Opposite Rajpath Club, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380052
23.0350, 72.5090 View on map
Highlights
- Twenty-plus item unlimited Gujarati thali at a fraction of heritage-restaurant prices
- Hot rotli and bajra rotla delivered straight from the griddle throughout the meal
- Seasonal rotation: undhiyu in winter, aam ras in mango season
- Air-conditioned, family-oriented dining room on the SG Highway
Tips for visiting
- Arrive at 11AM or 7PM sharp; weekend and festival waits can run past an hour
- Phone +91 79 2687 3555 ahead for large groups, which the restaurant handles regularly
- Pace the farsan and fried items so there is room for the shaak and sweets
- Ask for the bajra rotla with white butter, which is not always offered automatically
When to visit
Start of a service, around 11AM for lunch or 7PM for dinner, to avoid the queue; visit in winter for undhiyu on the thali.
Accessibility
The restaurant is on the ground floor of a commercial complex with level entry from the car park, making it one of the easier thali houses in Ahmedabad for wheelchair users. Telephone +91 79 2687 3555 in advance to confirm accessible washroom availability.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the thali at Gordhan Thal?
Around INR 375-475 per person (~$3.90-4.95) depending on the season and day of the week, unlimited, with two people typically spending INR 750-950 (~$7.80-9.90).
Is it pure vegetarian?
Yes. The restaurant serves only vegetarian food and, like every restaurant in Gujarat, is completely dry.
Do I need to book?
Walk-ins are standard but weekend evenings involve a wait. Phone +91 79 2687 3555 for groups or to check the current thali price.
Where is it?
In the Sapath Complex on the Sarkhej-Gandhinagar Highway, opposite the Rajpath Club in Bodakdev, western Ahmedabad.