In the heart of Junagadh, Patel Restaurant Dining Hall stands as the city’s culinary crown, where the aroma of sizzling ghee and sun-dried spices greets every visitor. Locals and travellers queue for its legendary Kathiyawadi thali—an endless parade of smoky baingan bharta, buttery rotla, sev-tomato curry, and dal tempered with red chillies from the surrounding hills. Served on gleaming steel plates, the meal captures the earthy soul of Saurashtra, turning lunch into a vibrant celebration of Gujarat’s generous, flavour-packed hospitality.
First floor, Junagadh Bustand Rd, opp. Bus Stand, Balotra, Junagadh, Gujarat 362001, India
+91 70438 38388
4.2/5 (Read the Reviews)
Perched above the bus stand on Junagadh Bustand Road, Patel Restaurant Dining Hall turns the humble Gujarati-Kathiyawadi thali into a neat, speedy showcase: unlimited seasonal vegetables, smoky bajra rotlas, and sweet-sharp dal poured tableside, all refreshed before you finish the last bite. The 4.2-star crowd values the spotless buffet line, brisk service that gets travellers back to their buses, and prices that leave room for a pouch of their fresh gur.
| Sunday | 10:30 AM–3:30 PM, 6:30–10:30 PM |
| Monday | 10:30 AM–3:30 PM, 6:30–10:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM–3:30 PM, 6:30–10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM–3:30 PM, 6:30–10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM–3:30 PM, 6:30–10:30 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM–3:30 PM, 6:30–10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM–3:30 PM, 6:30–10:30 PM |
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What makes Patel Restaurant Dining Hall the best place to enjoy an authentic Kathiyawadi thali in Junagadh?
Patel Restaurant Dining Hall has earned its 4.2-star reputation by serving an unlimited Kathiyawadi thali that stays true to the bold, rustic flavours of the region—think baingan bharta, sev tamatar, bajra rotla, and ghee-laden khichdi—all prepared fresh in pure desi ghee and brought to your table in endless rounds, exactly the way locals expect when they walk into the first-floor hall opposite Junagadh Bus Stand.
How much does a full Gujarati thali cost at Patel Restaurant, and does the price change on weekends?
At Patel Restaurant Dining Hall the unlimited Gujarati thali is priced at an affordable flat rate every day of the week, so you can enjoy dal-dhokli, undhiyu, rotli, kadhi, and shrikhand on weekdays or weekends without any surge pricing, making it a budget-friendly option for families and solo diners alike.
Is Patel Restaurant Dining Hall convenient for travellers arriving at Junagadh Bus Stand?
Yes, the restaurant sits directly opposite the main bus stand on Junagadh Bustand Road, so travellers can simply cross the road, climb to the first floor, settle in, and be served a steaming thali within minutes—perfect for those who want a quick yet hearty meal before catching the next bus.
Do I need to reserve a table in advance, or can I walk in any time?
While walk-ins are welcome throughout the day, calling +91 70438 38388 ahead of your visit is recommended during peak lunch hours (12–3 p.m.) and dinner rush (7–9 p.m.) to secure a comfortable seat in the spacious dining hall and avoid waiting in the queue that often forms for the unlimited thali experience.
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