Barbeque Nation (Parle Point)

Barbeque Nation at Parle Point is the Surat branch of an Indian national chain built around the table-top grill buffet, located at the Parel Point flyover in the Athwa area of Surat, Gujarat. Each table has a built-in grill at its centre, and staff bring skewers of marinated kebabs, paneer, vegetables and tikkas which diners cook to their own preference, alongside a buffet of curries, rice, breads and desserts. The menu is split into vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, a practical feature in a city where many households eat vegetarian food and mixed-diet groups are common. Table-top grilled kebabs and the live-grill buffet are the signature draw, with starters arriving continuously until diners signal that they have had enough, usually by flipping a marker on the table. Desserts typically include a live counter and a set of Indian sweets. The dining room is large, bright and family-oriented, with a lively, noisy atmosphere on weekend evenings and a calmer pace at weekday lunch. There is no dress code beyond neat casual wear, and the restaurant is a popular venue for birthdays and group outings. Alcohol availability depends on local rules, as Gujarat is a prohibition state, so visitors should not expect a wine or cocktail programme; soft drinks, mocktails and juices are the standard beverages. Prices run roughly INR 900-1,700 per person depending on the day, meal and menu tier, with weekend dinner at the upper end and weekday lunch generally cheaper. Reservations are recommended on weekends and holidays, and booking a day or two ahead is sensible for groups of six or more. Parle Point is a central, well-connected junction near the Surat Marriott Hotel and several malls, so the restaurant is easy to reach by auto-rickshaw or ride-hailing from Athwa Lines, the Citylight area and the main railway station. It works well as a meal for families, groups of friends and visitors who want an uncomplicated, predictable dinner after a day of sightseeing in the city.