A Delicious 3-Day Foodie Itinerary in Dandeli

  1. Day 1: Breakfast at Hornbill Restaurant
    10 minutes (2.5 km) from Dandeli bus stop

    Start the day with an extensive breakfast at the Hornbill Restaurant. This place serves delicious South Indian breakfast, including idlis, vadas, sambar and chutney, Puri Bhaji, and more. The interior is cozy and welcoming, and the staff are friendly.  

  2. Day 1: Lunch at Amara Restaurant
    17 minutes (9.9 km) from Hornbill Restaurant

    For lunch, visit the Amara Restaurant which serves authentic coastal Indian cuisine. The outdoor seating area is perfect for a relaxed lunch break amidst natural surroundings. You can't miss the prawn ghee roast and the seafood biriyani!

  3. Day 1: Dinner at Panther Jungle Stay
    45 minutes (15.8 km) from Amara Restaurant

    End your day with dinner at the Panther Jungle Stay, which offers a unique open-air dining experience. Apart from the excellent food, you'll also get to enjoy the scenic beauty of the forest and the sound of animals. A perfect way to conclude your first day in Dandeli!

  4. Day 2: Breakfast at Ganesh Juice Centre
    20 minutes (8.2 km) from Panther Jungle Stay

    Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the Ganesh Juice Centre. The menu includes juices, milkshakes, sandwiches, and fast food, but what sets this place apart is its yummy chat items and Poha.

  5. Day 2: Lunch at Sai Garden Restaurant
    35 minutes (13.9 km) from Ganesh Juice Centre

    Sai Garden Restaurant is famous for its North Indian thali. The unlimited supply of food includes delicious vegetable dishes, lentils, raita, Indian bread, rice, and dessert. The outdoor garden seating and the traditional music playing in the background add to the dining experience.

  6. Day 2: Dinner at Jungle Cafe
    22 minutes (7.1 km) from Sai Garden Restaurant

    The Jungle Cafe is known for its chilled-out ambiance and delicious fusion food. Try their Paneer and Chicken Tikka Pizza, Mushroom Cream Pasta, and Tandoori Momos. Nothing beats the combination of good food and good music under the stars.

  7. Day 3: Breakfast at Hotel Amigos
    15 minutes (4.8 km) from Jungle Cafe

    A fan favorite, the Hotel Amigos is known for its South Indian Breakfast, especially Dosa varieties, such as the Masala Dosa, Plain Dosa, Mysore Masala Dosa, and Rava Dosa. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating, and the staff provides friendly service.

  8. Day 3: Lunch at Bamboo Hut
    23 minutes (9.6 km) from Hotel Amigos

    The Bamboo Hut offers a serene ambiance to its visitors. The menu includes Chinese and Indian cuisine, but the restaurant is famous for its freshly caught fish dishes. You can enjoy the food while sitting over a small pond and gazing at the lush green forest surroundings.

  9. Day 3: Dinner at White Elephant
    15 minutes (5.0 km) from Bamboo Hut

    The final meal of the itinerary should be at the White Elephant, which provides a multitude of cuisines under the same roof. Their a-la-carte menu serves Lebanese, Continental, Indian, and Chinese cuisine, but be sure to order their wood-fired pizza. You can dine in the cozy indoor seating or the outdoor rooftop seating area with a panoramic view of the forest.

Time and Cost Estimates:

  • Hornbill Restaurant (1 hour, $5)
  • Amara Restaurant (1.5 hours, $10)
  • Panther Jungle Stay (2 hours, $20)
  • Ganesh Juice Centre (1 hour, $5)
  • Sai Garden Restaurant (1.5 hours, $7)
  • Jungle Cafe (2 hours, $15)
  • Hotel Amigos (1 hour, $5)
  • Bamboo Hut (1.5 hours, $10)
  • White Elephant (2.5 hours, $20)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $97

Useful Tips

For those with more time, consider taking a guided tour of the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary or trying out river rafting in the Kali River. For those with less time, combine Day 2 and 3 into a single day.  Note that many of these restaurants have limited seating, so plan to arrive early during peak hours.

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