Sharad Navratri 2024: Special Navratri Thalis And New Navratri Menus To Explore At Restaurants Across India

The air is crisp now, with a festive spirit settling in every passing day. Why? Sharad Navratri 2024 is right around the corner, celebrated by praying to the nine forms of goddess Durga, observing fasts, participating in Garba dances and Pandal hopping. Food is a special element during Navratri festivities, and many people give up eating meat, onion, garlic and alcohol during these nine days. Well, along with the abstinence, comes some delightful pure vegetarian dishes people especially eat this time of the year. If you are looking for a place to enjoy a delicious Navratri thali, look no further. Here is a list of restaurants offering delicious Navratri thalis and meals this Sharad Navratri 2024:

Restaurants You Must Visit This Sharad Navratri 2024 For Delicious Vrat-Friendly Thalis And Special Navratri Menus:

Delhi-NCR

Cross Avenue, Radisson Blu

This Navratri, Cross Avenue at Radisson Blu Greater Noida is all set to elevate your festive experience with a specially curated Navratri Thali. Designed to meet the dietary preferences of those observing the sacred Navratri fasts, the special thali by Chef Anuj Kapoor offers a delicious blend of flavours while keeping in line with traditional fasting guidelines.

The delectable thali includes Kesari Lassi, Khatta Meetha Ananaas Phaldhari, Kale chana ka thecha, til mirchi ke safed aloo, Mewe aur Mawe ka paneer, Lauki aur Badam ka halwa. The Navratri Thali features a variety of delicacies, carefully crafted with premium ingredients to ensure that every bite is both delicious and in line with fasting traditions. Each dish has been thoughtfully prepared to balance taste, nutrition, and the festive spirit.

• Where: Cross Avenue, Radisson Blu Greater Noida
• When: 3rd October to 12th October from 07:30 PM – 11:30 PM
• Cost for thali: Rs 999 plus taxes

Yeti – The Himalayan Kitchen

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Yeti – The Himalayan Kitchen, the go-to destination for authentic Himalayan cuisine, is delighted to announce the launch of a specially curated Navratri Thali at its Connaught Place outlet, in celebration of the auspicious Navratri festival. The Navratri Thali is a thoughtfully prepared, sattvik meal that adheres to fasting guidelines while delivering the distinct taste and textures that Yeti is known for. The exclusive thali curated by Corporate Chef Anil Bangwal includes kuttu ke atte ki poori, Aloo Rassedar, Sabudana Papad, Roasted Makhana and Sama ki kheer.

• Where: Yeti- The Himalayan Kitchen, Connaught Place
• When: 3rd October to 12th October 2024
• Cost for thali: Rs 655 plus taxes

Sambarpot

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Come celebrate this Navratri with Sambarpot, with a wide array of lip-smacking entrees. Sambarpot, the iconic South Indian restaurant nestled in the heart of Delhi NCR region celebrates this delightful Occasion with Sambarpot Special Navratri Thali where you enjoy 3 different types of thali.

• Special Navratri thali: Dum aloo, Palak paneer, Sabudana kheer, Samak rice, Kuttu puri, Sabudana papad, Banana, Sabudana tikki, Roasted makhana, Salad, Buttermilk, Dry veg (sweet potato).
  Price: Rs 349
• Navratri Rice thali: Dum aloo, Palak paneer, Sabudana kheer, Sabudana papad, Banana, Samak rice
  Price: Rs 229
• Navratri Poori thali: Dum aloo, Palak paneer, Sabudana kheer, Sabudanapapad, Banana, kuttu puri
  Price: Rs.229

Where: i-1A, Ground Floor, 2, Road, Central Market, Lajpat Nagar II, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110024

Bobachee

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Bobachee Restaurant proudly introduces its specially curated Navratra menu, offering a delightful range of fasting-friendly dishes that blend tradition with contemporary flavours. The menu features refreshing soups like Watermelon Gazpacho and Sago Soup, followed by a selection of delicious starters including Sabudana Cutlet, Sweet Potato Chaat, Roasted Makhana, and Raw Banana Cutlet. Options like Fresh Fruit Chaat and Potato Wafers are also available for those craving something lighter. The main course presents a variety of wholesome dishes such as Sabudana Khichri, Arbi Curry, Satvik Aloo Tamatar Ki Sabji, and Rajgira Kadhi, along with sides like Beetroot Raita and Cucumber Raita. Guests can also enjoy traditional breads like Kuttu Ki Poori and end their meal with indulgent sweets like Sabudana Kheer and Fruit with Ice Cream.

Where: 3rd Floor, D Block, D-14, South Extension II, Delhi, 110049

Westin Sohna Resort & Spa

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This Navratri, Westin Sohna Resort & Spa invites you to indulge in a specially curated Navratri Bhog Thali, offering a delightful blend of authentic and festive flavours. The Navratri Bhog Thali begins with a fresh and flavorful Shakarkand Ki Chaat, setting the stage for an array of delectable dishes. For starters, enjoy the crispy goodness of Sabudana Vada and Kutta Aur Aloo Ke Pakode. The main course features classic Navratri dishes, including Aloo Moongphali, Kaddu Ki Sabzi, and Dahi Wale Singhade. These traditional flavours are complemented by Sabudana Ki Khichdi and Kuttu Ki Poori. Accompaniments such as Kheere Ka Raita, Dahi, and Sabudana Papad add a perfect balance to the thali, while desserts like Badam Ka Halwa and Sabudana Kheer provide a sweet ending to your festive feast. Cut fruits are also available for a light and refreshing touch.

• Where: Westin Sohna Resort and Spa
• When: 15th October to 23rd October 2024
• Cost for thali: Rs 1299 plus taxes per person

Gulati Restaurant

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Gulati Restaurant, one of those eateries that started the concept of the Navratri food fiesta in Delhi around 33 years back, is making no exception this year. From Navratra Khas Thali to Navratra Khas Platter to Chaat Platter to Shakarkandi Galouti to Sabudana Bhel Puri to Sabudana Tikki to Kuttu ki puri, Malai Kofta Punjabi to Kele ki sabzi to Paneer Makhani to Badam Thandai to Sanwak Kheer, they are serving more than 40 Navratra Delicacies for fasting made without onion and garlic. 

Regular Al-a-carte dishes are also available for one to enjoy. Non-vegetarian food is strictly abstained from during this time at both the outlets, so they make it a point that the food served to the customers is completely pure, and so, a day before the commencement of the festival they make sure all the utensils are properly cleaned and their kitchen is completely steered off non-vegetarian food, garlic and onions.

• Where: 6, Pandara Road Market, New Delhi – 110003 (Pandara Outlet) and Upper Ground Floor, Mega Mall, Sec 28, Golf Course Road, Gurugram, 122002 (Gurugram Outlet)
• When: 3rd October to 11th October 

Dana Choga 

Dana Choga, a beloved name synonymous with North Indian culinary greatness, is set to make this Navratri even more flavourful with its specially curated Navratri Thali. What makes this thali truly special is the attention to detail in ingredient selection. Sendha Namak (Rock Salt) replaces regular salt, and Singhare ki Poori, made from Singhara Atta (Water Chestnut Flour), shines as a healthier and more flavourful alternative to the commonly used Kuttu Atta (Buckwheat Flour). This wholesome dish is paired perfectly with Aloo Paneer Cutlets, Paneer Tamatri, Jeera Aloo, Pineapple Raita, and the delightful Kesari Coconut Laddoo for a satisfying end to the meal.

Beyond the traditional thali, Dana Choga offers a few extras for those looking to relish further. The menu features fan favourites like Paneer Tikka Makhmali and a second helping of Singhare Pooris. This ensures that every guest can discover something to enjoy during their Navratri celebrations. 

• Where: Across all Dana Choga outlets in Delhi and NCR
• When: 3rd to 11th October, 2024 
• Cost for thali: Rs 425

Andaz Delhi, by Hyatt

This Navratri, indulge in an authentic experience like no other at AnnaMaya, the modern food hall at Andaz Delhi. This year’s Navratri thali is a testament to tradition and innovation. The highlights of the thali are ‘Falahari Shakarkandi Ki Chaat’, a refreshing blend of sweet potatoes with creamy yoghurt, ‘Kacche Kele Ki Shammi’, a delectable mix of raw banana, paired with potato, cardamom and green chilli, ‘Pethe Ki Khati Meethi Sabzi’, a tangy and sweet pumpkin preparation with tamarind and ghee, ‘Makhana Moongphali Ki Kadhi’, fox nuts and peanuts simmered in a lightly spiced yellow curry, and ‘Samak Chawal’, which is nothing but Barnyard millet cooked to perfection. The chefs have also curated divine Satvik desserts that perfectly conclude the meal, such as ‘Makhana Kheer’ and ‘Badam Gulab Ki Barfi’, a rich almond barfi infused with rose petals and milk. To complement the meal, guests can pair their Thali with refreshing beverages like Lassi or Chach.

• Where: AnnaMaya, Andaz Delhi
• When: 3rd October to 12th October 2024, the Thali is served during both lunch and dinner.
• Cost for thali: Rs 2000 plus taxes per person

Mumbai

ITC Maratha’s Peshwa Pavilion

As the city lights up with the vibrant hues of Navratri, ITC Maratha’s Peshwa Pavilion invites you on a celestial culinary journey with its divine Navratri Thali. The Navratri Thali offers an array of fasting-friendly dishes, perfect for celebrating the festival with flavour. Imagine savouring the comforting embrace of Kaddu ki sabzi, the delightful crunch of Kuttu ki poori, Samak ke Chawal and the velvety richness of dahi wali aloo. Treat your tastebuds with Rajgira Laddoo or Shakarkandi chaat.

• Where: ITC Maratha’s Peshwa Pavilion, Ashok Nagar, Andheri East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400059
• When: October 3rd to October 12th

Sofitel Mumbai BKC

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This Navratri, Sofitel Mumbai BKC, the elegant luxury hotel in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex, invites guests to embark on a culinary journey of traditional flavours with its specially curated Navratri Thali. Available at Tuskers, the hotel’s speciality vegetarian restaurant, this thali promises a delightful experience for your palate and soul. The Navratri Thali features Sabudana Vada, Kuttu Ke Pakode, and Farali Pattice for starters. The main course includes flavorful dishes like Aloo Peanut Bhaji, Suran Ka Bhaji, Rajgiri Kadhi, Sama Ka Khichdi, and Sabudana Khichdi. Accompaniments include Dahiwala Arvi, Indian breads like Singada Ka Poori and Kuttu Ki Roti, along with refreshing salads of mixed cut fruits, sweet curd, and Khajur ka Chutney. For a sweet ending, guests can savour desserts like Paneer Makhana Kheer and Shakarkand Ka Halwa.

• Where: Tuskers, Sofitel Mumbai BKC, C 57, G Block BKC, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai – 400051
• When: October 3rd to 12th, 2024, 12 pm – 3:00 pm
• Cost for thali: Rs 2750++ per person

Bengaluru

Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel

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Invite the blessings of Goddess Durga and celebrate this Navratri with a hearty thali-style feast at Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel. The specially crafted delicacies Paneer Makhana, Kaju Makhana, Kuttu Puri, Sabudana Wada, Makhana Payasam honour authenticity and promise a wholesome meal. Every dish tells the story of age-old customs while every bite is a burst of flavors that delight your palate. Gather your loved ones and head over to Lush for an unforgettable Navratri.

• Where: Lush, Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel
• When: October 3rd – October 12th, 7:00 PM-11:00 PM
• Price: INR 1200 + per person

Salt Indian Restaurant

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Salt Indian Restaurant proudly presents a meticulously curated Navratri Special Menu. The special vegetarian menu, designed without onion and garlic, ensures that guests can celebrate the festival while enjoying an exquisite dining experience. Begin the journey with refreshing Tokri Chaat, a chaat basket filled with sweet potato, papdi, peanut, chutneys, and yogurt, or savour the delicate Beetroot Galouti Kebab, a melt-in-the-mouth treat with a beetroot and cheese filling. Other starters include the crispy Lotus Stem Bezule and the hearty Warm Barley & Avocado Salad.

For the main course, guests can have flavourful curries such as the indulgent Palak Corn Kofta Curry or the Aloo Kale Chane Rasedar served with fluffy pooris. Other highlights include the Navratri Subzi Korma and the festive favourite Foxtail Millet and Lentil Khichdi, topped with grilled paneer tikka. To complete the experience, the dessert section features Chironji Aur Makhane Ki Kheer and Malpua with Rabdi, served with vanilla ice cream.

• Where: Salt Indian Restaurant
• When: 4th October to 13th October 2024

Radisson Blu

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Radisson Blu, Bengaluru Outer Ring Road invites guests to elevate their fasting experience this Navratri with the specially curated Upvas Thali at its renowned North Indian restaurant, Saffron. The thali includes a refreshing Papaya aur Kele ki Lassi as a welcome drink, followed by an assortment of Navratra condiments, Sabudana Papad, Aloo Tikki, Paneer Aloo Roll, Sabudana Khichdi, Kadhu ki Subzi, Plain Dahi or Cucumber Raita, Kuttu ki Poori or Kuttu ka Chila, and Sawang ke Chawal ka Pulao. The meal is beautifully rounded off with a fresh Fruit Salad and indulgent Apple Kheer.

• Where: Radisson Blu, Bengaluru, Outer Ring Road, 90/4, Outer Ring Road, Marathahalli Village, Marathahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560037
• When: October 3rd to 12th
• Cost for thali: Rs 1250 + taxes per person

Multiple Cities

Punjab Grill

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As the nine-day festival of Navratri unfolds across India, many embrace the joy of satvik cuisine, opting for pure, wholesome foods that nourish the body and soul. For those fasting or seeking to indulge in a pure, nourishing spread, Punjab Grill’s Navratri Thali offers the perfect choice, offering a delectable and satisfying feast. The thali features an array of delectable dishes such as Khoya Paneer Makahana, Anari Shahi Jeera Aloo, Khatta Meetha Kaddu, and Chironji Ki Dal. The light and fluffy Samak Rice, a fasting staple, pairs perfectly with these dishes, accompanied by crispy and delicate Sabudana Papad for added crunch. For dessert, the thali offers the indulgent Dudh Halwa and the fragrant Kesari Rasmalai. In addition to the Navratri Thali, Punjab Grill is offering an exclusive pure vegetarian menu* during the festival at its restaurants in Kanpur, Indore, Lucknow and Ahmedabad.

*All vegetarian menu is available only in select restaurants at these cities.

• Where: Punjab Grill in cities including Delhi, Gurgaon, Faridabad, Noida, Ghaziabad, Ludhiana, Mohali, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Kanpur, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad
• When: 3rd October to 12th October
• Cost for Thali: Rs 999+ taxes

 Rajdhani – The Vegetarian Thali Restaurant

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This Navratri, experience the festival like never before as Rajdhani, the iconic vegetarian dining destination, brings you the ultimate feast for your fasts! Rajdhani’s  Upwas Thali is a grand spread of fasting-friendly dishes that rotate daily, ensuring each visit is a delightful surprise. Expect crispy Sabudana Vada, flavorful Farali Pattice, Samo Rice with Tomato Dal, Kele ki Sabji, and sweet endings like Fruit Shrikhand and Sabudana Kheer. Every bite is a celebration of Navratri!

• Where: Available at all Rajdhani outlets across India – Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Chennai
• When: 3rd October to 12th October 2024
• Cost for thali: Rs. 699  (taxes extra) 

Cafe Delhi Heights

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Cafe Delhi Heights is thrilled to announce the launch of its exclusive Navratri menu. The highlight of the offering is the Navratri Thali. The thali includes signature items such as Sabudana Khichdi, a delicious take on the traditional pulao; Makhanwala Paneer, prepared in a creamy gravy of tomatoes and spices; and Chatpata Aloo Chaat, a spicy and flavorful potato dish balanced with cumin seeds. Other delicacies include Kuttu Ki Roti, Seb aur Anar Ka Raita, and the decadent Phalahari Kheer.

To complement the thali, Cafe Delhi Heights also offers a variety of a la carte options, such as the rich and sweet Kesari Malai Mawa Lassi, and the refreshing Phalahaar.

• Where: All outlets Pan India
• When: October 3rd to 12th
• Cost for thali: Rs 595+ taxes

Enjoy tasty Navratri foods this Sharad Navratri and immerse yourselves in the festive spirit. Happy Navratri 2024!