Rajwadu — Restaurant in Gujarat

The place: advance bookings highly recommended for a meal at Rajwadu, conveniently located in the city centre more or less. It's an open-air restaurant which tries to recreate a village-like ambience. There are narrow lanes, culverts, tiny wooden bridges, and plenty of greenery. For those interested in things other than food, there are also museums on the property, along with a variety of performing artists for entertainment. The entire place is segregated into zones, with each 'zone' being secluded from the others, so if you're looking to book a place for a group of up to 50 or so guests, I suppose you can have an entire zone to yourself. The place is popular among locals for weddings and such...with the capacity to accommodate upto a 1000 guests I'm told (not confirmed). About the food: it's a sumptuous, multi-course meal/thali, served in traditional style (pangat), and most of the items are from either Gujarati or Rajasthani cuisine. I found the food delectable! The sweet dishes were divine, to say the least. All rounded off with a pan and mukhwas at the end! Visit this place if you like or want to try authentic Gujarati food. Service was quick and generous. If you're visiting after sunset ( for dinner), beware that the lights are very dim not just in the seating area, but all along the paths and in the common/open areas. For those who have trouble sitting cross-legged or on the floor, there is an improvised stone table with stools to sit on - not very comfortable - in limited numbers (8-10 in an alcove). Place tends to get a little messy during the rains, but would be perfect on a winter afternoon! The performances were entertaining, and you can while your time away after dinner, watching jhoomar dance performed with live Rajasthani music, puppet shows, and/or other...

Nestled in the middle of the bustling city of Ahmedabad is this sprawling campus of Rajwadu. I must say that the design of this campus is well thought out and they have given it an authentic rustic look of the villages of Gujarat. You first have to go in and pay upfront we visited on the New Year so I guess the prices were up. We had to pay ₹1000 each for our meal, once we entered the campus, we saw a number of activities going on. There was puppet show. Mehndi, they were also live performances. Fortune teller. The seating area is also well planned. You have both options of sitting on the ground as well as sitting on chairs. This place is suited for large groups and big families. You can spend some time here watching the performances before your name is called out and you are asked to be seated. It’s a dining experience. Overall they let you wash hands in the traditional style. Then they start with the salads which is a huge variety along with the chutney and they also have a huge vegetarian menu coming for you. You have to wait at least for five minutes for every item to be served. They will serve you 3 to 4 types of vegetables and starter Farsan. The sweets are also amazing. They have a variety of papads and wheats. They also have khichadi towards the end of the meal. each item is served piping hot and the taste is authentic. They take the efforts to ensure that the taste suits the requirements. It is not very spicy and at the same time not too bland. I simply love the Gujarati kadi and would have had more if if I had more space left to eat. This place is definitely worth a visit...

I had the pleasure of experiencing a traditional Indian village dining experience and it was absolutely amazing. From start to finish, the entire experience was filled with warmth, hospitality, and the most delicious food. The village was nestled in the heart of the ahmedabad, surrounded by lush greenery and serene beauty. As we walked through the village, we were greeted by friendly hosts who welcomed us with a drink. We were taken to a dining area, beautifully decorated with dim lights. The meal was served on banana leaves, a traditional and eco-friendly way of serving food in India. The food was a true feast for the senses - each dish was bursting with flavor and aroma, made with fresh and locally sourced ingredients. We even got to participate in a traditional dance and music performance, which was a highlight of the evening.

The entire experience was a wonderful glimpse into the rich culture and hospitality of India. I left feeling full, happy, and grateful for the opportunity to have such a unique and memorable dining experience.

If you're looking for an authentic and unforgettable dining experience in India, I would highly recommend a traditional village dining experience. The food, hospitality, and sense of community make it an experience...