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Chetana Veg. Restaurant & Bar (1946)
34, K Dubash Marg, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400023, India
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sh
Review β„–1

What an amazing time it was for me and my parents to have a fusion Thali at chetna! The food was served hot and tasted AMAZING 🀩. The place is super safe to visit.

Jy
Review β„–2

Good ambience and convenient location. Service was really good with polite and courteous staff. I wish I could say the same about food. But unfortunately it wasnt upto my expectation. One would expect a sort of richness of butter and sweetness in Rajasthani cuisine which was kind of absent here. Desserts were below average too. One thing I loved was the Jal Jeera which was the real deal. I believe there are better options if you want a Rajasthani meal.

MA
Review β„–3

Highly over priced for thalis.A la carte options are good. But the thali is not upto the mark at the price.

mi
Review β„–4

We ate Gujarati tali from Chetana. Tasty delicious food. The staff response was obliging. The rate is little high. I expected a cozy wash area in this premium place.

ni
Review β„–5

Awesome experience. We just entered this normal looking restuarant because we had nowhere else to go. But what an amazing experience it was ! Really authentic Rajisthani and gujarati food . Ordered gate ka saag, daal , khasta roti and normal roti.A must try - khasta roti. This will take 25 mins to bake. We were so awwed, forgot to click photos.

Sh
Review β„–6

Superb authentic thalis Maharashtrian, Gujarati, RajasthaniHygienic, beautifully presented

Sr
Review β„–7

The restaurant is highend and food served is of good quality. However, due to covid restrictions and limited timings; it appeared that the entire menu is not offered vis-a-vis the price of thaali.

An
Review β„–8

Great food. Multiple thali options. Each authentic in its flavour. Operationally sound. Helpful staff. The best part of the bookstore in the heart of the restaurant.

ch
Review β„–9

Ambience is good.But food taste is average..

IN
Review β„–10

UCHI DUKAN, FEEKA PAKWAN.....WORST EXPERIENCES......THIS RESTAURANT IS NOT HYGIENE. PLATE AND BOWL WAS NOT PROPER CLEANED.YOU CAN FIND THEIR SOME FIBERS OF CLOTHES IN BOTH. I FOUND HAIR IN FOOD TOO, THAT IS RIDICULOUS.

Ma
Review β„–11

Loved the ambiance n food. Staff too very polite...Gujarati mithi daal...too good

Tw
Review β„–12

Very tasty food... enjoyed everything we ate!!

Dh
Review β„–13

Good thali. Multiple thali options, Rajasthani, Gujarati, Maharashtrian, Health Thali. Not bad food.

Pr
Review β„–14

Loved it.. Good place to enjoy a thali... It was a lil sweet for my taste buds as I love to eat spicy stuff.. But the rest of the gang enjoy what was served to them.. The staff is great and highly responsive and are kind and know what they are serving. The ambience is good.. Theres nothing to complain when you get good food, service and ambience.

Su
Review β„–15

Visited Kala Ghoda festival...thats when i Thought of having the Variety of Thali...My target was the very famous Rajasthani Thali. Even ordered of Gujrathi Thali. Intially we were servedΒ  with Jaljeera and Chaas.Β  3Β  farsans...samosa, Batata Vada and Dhokla were same for all the thalis....One Dal and one Dahi Kadi...Finger licking Gatte ki Sabzi...too good Ker Sangri. Chole with paneer( a weird Combo) tasted ok ok. Roti and Bajra Rotla were served along. The Main dish of Rajasthani cuisine took a long time to come...rather had to ask 2-3 times for thr Dal Batti...it tasted yum no doubts for it. The Gujrathi Thali had Kala Chana...Cabbage vegetable and Aloo mutter. Dal(spicy) and Kadi(sweet) were served along. The rice there was khichadi and steam rice. The desert were fruit custard and gulab Jamun. For the food could give 10/10 but the service was less than 5 on 10. If anyone looking for proper Rajasthani Thali would advice do visit the place for food.

Ek
Review β„–16

A very good experience. Very homely feeling with the staff. Food was served fresh and hot. Quality was good. Best part is we had tawa chapati. Served with love and patience. We had a great experience.Must try their dam aloo and butter paneer masala

Na
Review β„–17

The best maharashtrian thali that you get around.You will be served 3 sweets firstAnd a kadiThen 5 types of veg side dishes3 different type RotiMaharashtrian rice, kitchadi and plain riceAnd finally two deserts

Pa
Review β„–18

Superb Dining Experience. Courteous staff. Maharashtrian food is really nice and tasty.

ev
Review β„–19

Chetna was always on my bucket list and it definitely didnt disappoint me. we preferred a la carte since we werent in the thali mood. ordered paneer makhanwala and rajasthani ker sangri sabzi which was a delight. bit on the heavier side calorie wise though. i had all the plans to order choorma laddu but cudnt dare to aftr having the main course. personally suggest to order phulkas rather than those heavy parathas. amritsari tikke were average. raita cud hv been less salty. nonetheless enjoyed chetna for sure. perfect for a family dinner but wit a good apetite for rich Gujarati Rajasthani n Maharashtrian food. last one i need to try next time

An
Review β„–20

Superb food as specially Rajasthani Thali & Guju Thali .as well as A-la - carte also.And also they have social distancing, body temperature machine. Great .

An
Review β„–21

I visited Chetana for the first time on a hot afternoon, in the month of May, 32 years ago, in 1988. I was two months away from turning 20. Thereafter started a love affair with this restaurant that has endured without blemish; bereft of stain.Ive eaten here, in the 90s, almost every day. It is here that I grew fat and happy; it is here that me, a non-vegetarian, learned to understand, accept and eventually love vegetarian fare above all.Chetana begun growing aware of its expanding brand quite early in the 90s. It discovered that it could raise costs that people would not only pay, but would happily treat as a positive, essential part of their own personal brands.Yes, the Thali at Chetana continues being expensive; but the restaurant amply redeems itself in its pledge to offer food that is far beyond the ordinary both in produce as well as in quality. This is an astonishing achievement.I shall go back to Chetana as soon as the ongoing pandemic recedes; I shall again eat there, to my fill, even as I recall every moment of nostalgia in its surroundings.I give Chetana 5 Stars. If you visit, I believe that so would you.

Sa
Review β„–22

Priced high. But I believe its for the prime location. Staffs are very polite and friendly. They serve only thali on lunch but I requested them to serve roti as we cant eat thali. So they agreed and they helped us to select our food items. Food was good. Taste and presentation was pleasing. Ambience is also good. Would love to visit more than once.

Ni
Review β„–23

Very attentive and nice waiters and excellent food! For Europeans who like spicy food the β€žlittle spicyβ€œ thali is a good choice. They are trying to sell their cookbook for 10 seconds but this didn’t change our opinion about the quality:)

Om
Review β„–24

We visited Chetana after a long break due to Covid lockdown, and were not so happy with the food. We had ordered for Puri Bhaaji, Aloo Tikki, Veg Biryani, and beer. The potatoes in the puri bhaaji were not cooked fully. The bhaaji was also quite insipid in itself. The biryani was almost like tomato rice. The Aloo Tikki and beer were saving graces.I personally did not like the waiter asking if we wanted a tip to be added on the machine, while doing card payment. Giving a tip is not a mandatory function. I may or may not have wanted to give one, depending on the quality of service received. However, it gets dicey when faced with such a situation.

Ka
Review β„–25

Chetana restaurant is known for its authentic Gujarati and Marwadi food which is why their thali is based on these two cuisines completely.It is also famous for its kulfi. You must try their Thali and kulfi.

Ra
Review β„–26

Gujrati thal, undiya is really delicious and custard was the best part. The staff and hygiene protocols are up to the mark. All in all really good service.

Sr
Review β„–27

Frankly had great expectations with the food but the amount of water that we drank afterwards was terrific !! So much Soda !! Extremely disappointed !!

vi
Review β„–28

Its good and ambient...with special thali fulfilling all hunger pangs with a mix of gujarati and Maharashtrian dishes.

Za
Review β„–29

Such a great experience. They provide really Good service.

bo
Review β„–30

Amazing amazing Indian food. Went there two times and had the daal baati thali and the classic thali and it was the best Ive had. So full of flavor. The classic thali was sooo much food!. Quite pricey for a thali though. Attentive servers. Clean and hygienic. They have alcohol.

Bh
Review β„–31

This place has almost 3 thalis served... Rajasthani, Gujarati and Maharashtrian... For me it was ok cus didnt enjoy the taste so much.. and also that they has same desert for the three thalis... No speciality there...But yeah.. the service was fast.. kudos to that...

Sa
Review β„–32

Very bad experience...Recently I went to Chetana in dec,2020 and the food quality was very bad. I ordered a rajasthani thali and it was very bland and nothing like authentic rajasthani food.The food quality has degraded very much in the recent years and I am very disappointed for receiving such a bad experience.

N.
Review β„–33

Good food, warm hospitality and a nice experience. Ample parking space available

Sh
Review β„–34

Never had a Rajastani thali before. What a delight. A great place to try a variety of thalis. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable about the dishes. Ill certainly return to try the other meals.

Mo
Review β„–35

Good value for money.

Fa
Review β„–36

Must try copper chimney and Ayub in the next lane

pr
Review β„–37

Food is good . Service is ok .

ri
Review β„–38

Food is really good and the Maharashtran thali is really good....πŸ˜‹πŸ˜‹

P.
Review β„–39

Excellent service, delicious food.

Pr
Review β„–40

Food quality is worst. They serve Uncooked rice

Su
Review β„–41

The place to go if you want to experience Gujarati and Rajasthani Thali.

M
Review β„–42

Good quality Thalis. Rajasthani, maharastrian, Gujarati etc . authentic taste. Good atmosphere.

vi
Review β„–43

Food was awesome....enjoyed Thali after long time!!!

Dy
Review β„–44

Was recommended so went for lunch. It apparently specialises in Thali so we had the Kala Ghoda. It was really delicious, a selection of tasty dishes. The staff kept walking around with pots of food to top up your trays. The Pokhara were especially good. Highly recommend.

Yo
Review β„–45

Good food.

ki
Review β„–46

Superemely good place.to enjoy food and service.

Sa
Review β„–47

Spicy food but if u ask nicely they will give you options. Very polite and cooperative manager. Decent thali. On the simpler side but satisfying.

Di
Review β„–48

Tasty food, polite staff and quick service..!!

MA
Review β„–49

Nice food

G
Review β„–50

Chetana has been there before we even got our independence.& Has been doing a commendable job in the field of Arts and Crafts & brought about an awareness of the rich cultural heritage of India. Its been one of the first ever to hold an Art exhibition of the top artists of today. So obviously the food too speaks of the varied richness of India.

ni
Review β„–51

Staff is very rude, parking is paid, food is below average and price is very high

As
Review β„–52

Ambience is good. Captain is unhygenic. Food taste is average compared to the costing.

Ja
Review β„–53

The restaurant manager Anil was very kind to let me shop at the book store even after the shop was closed. I told him I came to visit all the way before going to the airport on my last day in India, he was very attentive and let me get the books and singing bowl which I really wanted to buy before leaving India. The first time when I came here for lunch was also an amazing experience. Thank you for your wonderful hospitality!!!

Jo
Review β„–54

This was my introduction to North Indian Thalis and couldnt have been a better place. You enjoy the finest flavours, all you can eat and topped off with gulab jamun (again all you can manage!) This seems to be an institution and Id recommend to anyone especially if youre visiting and want to find an unmissable dining experience in the downtown area.

Wa
Review β„–55

Ive been a regular here because of the excellent food quality. But the staff needs to learn a few lessons on courtesy. They are not discourteous but for a prime restaurant, they have to improve.

Au
Review β„–56

Outstanding as ever...

Dr
Review β„–57

Loved the food. Good variety in Indian desserts. Delicious thali food

MA
Review β„–58

Delicious food and great ambiance

Am
Review β„–59

Great place, amazing food, polite staff. Lot of variety. I definitely recommend it.

P
Review β„–60

Lovely ambience. Food is awesome, choice thali cuisines and a wide range of snacks. They have a well stocked bar too. Service is friendly and efficient. In winter months do try their undhiyo.

Ch
Review β„–61

The best Thali in South Mumbai. They have a few vegetables that are constant and keep changing a few items here and there. Been a regular for week day lunches over the years. Great food always.

an
Review β„–62

Hopeless staff , worst serving, same test in all dishes ,we have ordered 3-4 different main course n they all had same masala test just difference was name , uncooked starters n main course ,Experience was a disaster. And hight was staffs unprofessional behavior .Dirty dishes , Horrible toilet , congested place . It was all bad. We left all food as it was . They really ruined my dinner with family.

Ha
Review β„–63

Brilliant place.

As
Review β„–64

A variety of thalis- Rajasthani, Gujarathi and a hybrid of both. The food is standard fare, nothing exceptional but the restaurant is comfortable and the Thali pricing ensures place 8s always available

Sa
Review β„–65

I love this place. Their high tea is also recommended. The view one gets from this place is spectacular.

qa
Review β„–66

Hi friends, my husband had heard a lot about this vegetarian thali restaurant called CHETANA at kala ghoda, mumbai and had been wanting to dine here for a long time now. So tonight we ventured out to this place. And what a disappointment it was. We’ll never ever visit this place again.My husband chose the Gujarati thali and I opted for Maharashtrian thali. Starters are the same whichever of the 4 thalis you choose. 2 of the 3 starters served were dry and stale: mini batata wada or potato balls which were good, patrel and dhokla were so dry it seemed as if they were out of the microwave oven, the vegetables were not upto the mark.Except for it’s manager Mr. Anil who was so very courteous and ready to help us. Twice he went into the kitchen himself to get us fresh patrel and then again to get us dahi kadhi with extra baghaar and garnishing, which made all the difference for the rice to have.So that one star is for Mr. Anil’s service, otherwise only 2 stars from me for this so very hyped Chetana thali restaurant.Other vegetarian thali restaurants you can try is golden star thali at Charni Road near saifee hospital and rajdhani thali at market city mall in kurla. These 2 are not so grand looking but the food is awesome if that interests you more.

Ne
Review β„–67

Its ok. I had tried rajasthani thali here which was good but nothing megical. Little costly.

Us
Review β„–68

Regional and state specific food is served with good quality and amazing service.

Ji
Review β„–69

The taste is good...but not worth the cost.

so
Review β„–70

Tempting and yummy food

RI
Review β„–71

Too expensive.. only different types of thali available.. taste is ok.. sweets were delicious. My opinion.. don’t try if you are on budget trip

pr
Review β„–72

Definitely good.Hospitality great.But not worth the amount.The pricing is as per the location.

Ma
Review β„–73

Good cozy place, mouth littering food, but pure veg, wonderful service, best location, all in one, one must try....

SH
Review β„–74

Rajasthani and gujrati thali is great. Little expensive for a thali restaurant but the location is what makes it expensive

Mu
Review β„–75

Good food worth for money ...excellent service

vi
Review β„–76

Quick service. Average thali. Not so authentic rajasthani and gujrati thali.Loved jal jeera.Seating arrangement slight conjusted.

K
Review β„–77

We had the Maharashtrian thali. The food was really good. Great variety and taste. Service is super friendly as well. At β‚Ή520, it is a somewhat expensive for a thali. The only reason I give 4 points is that the toilet is not in the best condition, and the kitchen is too near the toilet.

Sh
Review β„–78

Excellent Thalis- Rajasthani and Gujarati. Went with office colleagues for lunch.

Vi
Review β„–79

Overpriced menu (Classic Thali Rs. 655 + GST, Gujarati / Rajasthani / Maharashtrian & Diet Thali is priced Rs. 519 + GST) and just okay okay taste...

To
Review β„–80

Amazing thali’s! Treat yourself. But you may need to skip lunch ;) friendly staff too

Lo
Review β„–81

Wow - this was a wonderful lunch destination. A delicious veg thali with excellent service to much. A great choice.

SA
Review β„–82

I went as per the reviews but i didnt find anything special at this placeAt such an outstanding location with such good gentry and at that price tag, thali could have been way betterA very average experienceNot up to the expectations

Sa
Review β„–83

This is the best place if you want to have thali.. be it gujarati. maharashtian or rajasthani... please have pakoda and tea of you go after 4..

Jo
Review β„–84

Good veg thali and efficient service in a clean atmosphere.Unfortunately I wont be going back because of the way the manager and a couple of servers tried to push their cookbook on me during and after my meal. Their thalis, which range from 499-650 rs, arent the cheapest, and after paying that amount, one should be allowed to eat in peace without the employees pushing their goods like street hawkers while Im trying to enjoy my food. I also think they were doing this to me because they assumed I was a tourist, which makes their behavior even worse. Its a shame, because the rest of the service, especially the head waiter, was excellent, and the food is really good.

Ni
Review β„–85

Nice food... Quiet place... Good Ambience... Kind staff

Am
Review β„–86

Very costly and the food quality is also not upto the mark

an
Review β„–87

Excellent place for veg thali lovers .Gujrati Rajasthani and Maharastrian thali available.Yummy taste.

Ru
Review β„–88

A very good traditional food from various places, atmosphere is very friendly,staff is very cooperative

Mi
Review β„–89

Have always loved this place since the 1990s and I visited this place after a very long time. Good to see that Chetna has evolved over the years without compromising on the food . Kudos to you

Ud
Review β„–90

An average fare with pretty average daal baati churma. Highly priced due to its location.

Ni
Review β„–91

One of the most stylish places serving Thali. Theres a small bookstore as well in there. Good food. Decent prices for the location. Bang opposite Kala Ghoda. Washroom is not that great though. Parking is at the Kala Ghoda parking spot. Near to Jehangir Art gallery. Many office goers come here. Multiple Thali options available. Been here many times.

Ni
Review β„–92

Superb Gujarati/ Rajasthani / Marathi style tasty veg food served... rates are little exclusive though...

Am
Review β„–93

Taste was not so good, manageable. You cant say that u really enjoyed the food. Even if you order for thali, they expect you to finish fast, they serve accordingly. Items are repeated only once and you hav to keep calling if you want to repeat more.I feel samrat and status are much better

Ad
Review β„–94

Good variety of Thali, loved the Maharashtrian Thali. Good service too

Sh
Review β„–95

Best authentic Gujarati, Maharashtrian and Rajasthani thaalis!

Bi
Review β„–96

Ambience is good. Services are quick. As far as test is concern, not satisfied.

sa
Review β„–97

Delicious food in par with the price.

Ha
Review β„–98

Quality is slowly going down!Suggestion to management-Pls serve- warm Puran Polis- fresh Salads- soft Phuolkasand keep Chutneys n Aachars in covered containers/utensils+ves - Polite/helpful staff

sa
Review β„–99

Good food...rates too high

Ma
Review β„–100

Really nice food and amazing staff!

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  • Address:34, K Dubash Marg, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400023, India
  • Site:http://www.chetana.com/
  • Phone:+91 22 2284 4968
Categories
  • Restaurant
  • Gujarati restaurant
  • Marathi restaurant
  • Rajasthani restaurant
  • Vegetarian restaurant
Working hours
  • Monday:12–3:30PM
  • Tuesday:12–3:30PM
  • Wednesday:12–3:30PM
  • Thursday:12–3:30PM
  • Friday:12–3:30PM
  • Saturday:12–3:30PM
  • Sunday:12–3:30PM
Service options
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:No
Offerings
  • All you can eat:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
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