The short answer
The Chowk - Indian Gourmet House: what visitors should know first
Go if you want a familiar Indian meal in Sanur and are happy to order from a mixed veg and non-veg menu. Ask for vegetarian dishes clearly, and confirm opening hours and any Jain request with the restaurant before you travel there.
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
The Chowk - Indian Gourmet House facts at a glance
- Location
- Jalan Danau Tamblingan No. 51
- Dining style
- Indian restaurant, outdoor seating
- Price signal
- Mid-range
- Cuisine
- North and South Indian, Indo-Chinese
- Good for
- Familiar Indian food, mixed groups
Why it matters
Why The Chowk - Indian Gourmet House is worth your time
Sanur's restaurant street is dominated by Italian, seafood and cafe food, so a proper Indian menu is a practical comfort for families who miss home cooking. The Chowk is one of several Indian places on the same road, which makes it easy to pair with a beach walk.
It will not suit a strictly vegetarian household that needs a separate kitchen, because meat dishes are served here too. Treat it as a dependable Indian-style meal for mixed groups, and judge the day by how clearly the staff answer your questions about ingredients.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Veg thali
The restaurant's website mentions a veg thali and vegetarian choices.
- 02
Indo-Chinese dumplings
Spinach lists Chinese-Indian dumplings as a recommended dish.
- 03
Breads and rice
Garlic naan and peas pulao are named by one Sanur Indian-restaurant guide.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
The Chowk's own website describes North Indian curries, South Indian dishes, Indo-Chinese fusion, street food and sweets, with a veg thali and vegetarian options mentioned alongside non-veg buffet choices. Spinach lists this Sanur branch at Jalan Danau Tamblingan 51 with outdoor seating and Indo-Chinese dumplings among its recommended dishes.
Because the menu is mixed, say at ordering time that you eat no meat, fish or egg, and ask for vegetable curries, dal, naan and rice. Peas pulao and garlic naan are named on one guide, and a veg thali is mentioned on the restaurant's site. Do not assume the kitchen can cook without onion or garlic; ask the staff directly if you follow Jain rules.
Come for lunch if you prefer a quieter table, or for an early dinner when the street is cooler. Share a few dishes between the family so older travellers can choose milder gravies and breads.
Plan with confidence
Small checks that make a better meal.
- Tell staff clearly that you eat no meat, fish or egg
- Ask about onion and garlic if you avoid them
- Confirm opening hours before travelling
- Share dishes to try more variety
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Jalan Danau Tamblingan No. 51, Sanur
- Time needed
- 1 to 1.5 hours
- Best time
- Lunch or an early dinner
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- Listed with outdoor seating on the main street, so expect traffic noise and warm evenings. Ask for a table near a fan or the shade if heat bothers you.
- Tickets and access
- Walk-ins are normal. Phone or message ahead for groups or for a Saturday event. Opening times vary between listings, so confirm hours before you go.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
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Travelling with parents?
Listed with outdoor seating on the main street, so expect traffic noise and warm evenings. Ask for a table near a fan or the shade if heat bothers you.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Is The Chowk fully vegetarian?
No. Its site mentions veg and non-veg buffet choices, so ask for vegetarian dishes specifically.
Is it open daily?
One listing says daily 8 am to 11 pm, but hours were not on the restaurant's page. Confirm before you go.
Does it do Jain food?
This was not stated. Ask the staff before ordering.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
