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Summary
This “interesting little restaurant” in a residential Peckham street was opened in 2004 by Claire Fisher, to replicate the tastes she had experienced travelling in southern India. “As Peckham’s food scene continues to develop, this isn’t quite as all-conquering as it once was” – but it still rates highly for the food freshly made in-house. Ganapati is another name for the elephant-headed god, Ganesh.
Summary
For “ace food” and “an upbeat local boho vibe” – “Ganapati does it every time”. Chef Claire Fisher opened this small Peckham venue 15 years ago after travelling around South India. “Everything is home-made from the pickles to the parathas and you can even buy jars of pickle to take home” – and there’s a “fantastic choice for veggies and vegans too”. Top Tip – “great lunchtime thali for £8.50”.
Summary
For “ace food” and “an upbeat local boho vibe” – “Ganapati does it every time”. Chef Claire Fisher opened this small Peckham venue 15 years ago after travelling around South India. “Everything is home-made from the pickles to the parathas and you can even buy jars of pickle to take home” – and there’s a “fantastic choice for veggies and vegans too”. Top Tip – “great lunchtime thali for £8.50”.
Summary
“The home-made parathas, masala dosas and pickles are the stuff of dreams” at this early pioneer of the Peckham food scene – “a favourite for many years”. The “delicious South Indian regional food” comes courtesy of Claire Fisher, who was inspired to open the venue after her travels. One or two reporters, though, feel that while it’s “a nice neighbourhood restaurant”, it “never quite lives up to our high expectations” nowadays.
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Ganapati Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Great food , well worth the visit to Peckham Rye. Space is a little restricted but service is warm and friendly. "
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £23.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £0.00 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £3.75 |
| Service | 12.50% |
38 Holly Grove, London, SE15 5DF
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Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑2:45 pm, 5:30 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑2:45 pm, 5:30 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑2:45 pm, 5:30 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑2:45 pm, 5:30 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
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