The short answer
Gateway of India Sanur: what visitors should know first
Try it for a South or North Indian meal on the main strip, choosing from its vegetable dishes. The menu includes chicken, so state your diet clearly, and check opening hours and prices before going.
Diet
What we checked
- Indian. An Indian restaurant outside India. Checked November 2026 · Source
Menus and kitchens change. If you follow a strict diet or have an allergy, confirm with the restaurant before you order.
Useful facts
Gateway of India Sanur facts at a glance
- Location
- Jalan Danau Tamblingan No. 103
- Dining style
- Indian restaurant
- Price signal
- Mid-range; one source says slightly high
- Signature order
- Try: masala dosa, paani puri, vegetable butter masala
- Good for
- South Indian snacks
Why it matters
Why Gateway of India Sanur is worth your time
A masala dosa is the dish many South Indian families look for abroad, and Sanur has few places that put it on the menu. Gateway of India gives travellers a familiar snack-and-main combination within walking distance of the beachfront hotels along the same road.
It is a mixed restaurant, not a vegetarian one, so it suits groups where some members eat meat. For older travellers it offers soft, known dishes such as dosa and curries, which can be easier on the stomach than unfamiliar local street food.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Masala dosa
Named in two sources as a dish worth ordering.
- 02
Paani puri
Listed among the recommended dishes in the Sanur Indian guide.
- 03
Vegetable butter masala
A vegetarian curry to share with bread or rice.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
The 30 Sundays Sanur guide lists Gateway of India among Indian restaurants and recommends chicken tikka masala, paani puri, vegetable butter masala and masala dosa. Another blog mentions a good masala dosa here, while a different source says prices may feel a little high.
Vegetarians can build a meal from paani puri to start, masala dosa as a main, and vegetable butter masala with bread or rice. Say plainly that you avoid meat, fish and egg, because chicken dishes are on the same menu. The guide does not say whether Jain requests are possible, so ask about onion and garlic before ordering.
Go at a quiet hour for a calmer table, and agree the total with the staff if you are ordering several dishes to share.
Plan with confidence
Small checks that make a better meal.
- Say you eat no meat, fish or egg
- Ask about onion and garlic if needed
- Check hours and prices first
- Share dishes to keep portions manageable
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Jalan Danau Tamblingan No. 103, Sanur
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Best time
- Lunch or dinner
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- On the main street with no stairs reported, but the pavement is uneven. Choose a table close to the entrance if walking is slow.
- Tickets and access
- No reservation is needed for small groups. Hours were not listed in the guide, so confirm by phone or through your hotel.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
Hotels near Gateway of India Sanur
Staying close keeps journeys short — useful for early starts and for anyone who tires quickly.
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Travelling with parents?
On the main street with no stairs reported, but the pavement is uneven. Choose a table close to the entrance if walking is slow.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Does Gateway of India serve vegetarian food?
Yes, the guide names masala dosa, paani puri and vegetable butter masala, but the menu also has chicken.
Is it a Jain restaurant?
No evidence of that was found. Ask staff about Jain requests.
Is it expensive?
One source says prices may seem a little high. Check the menu first.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
