Where to Eat in Somnath
Eating out in Somnath is easy to fit around your temple visits. Most restaurants, thali places and farsan shops are in the streets around Somnath Temple, so you can eat between the morning darshan and the evening aarti without going far. Almost all of them are pure vegetarian.
For fish and seafood, go to Veraval, about 7 km away, where the catch comes in at one of India's major fishing ports. If you are not sure what to order, start with what to eat in Somnath.
3 places
Veraval
1 place
Veraval Rural Area
Not sure what to order? The Somnath food guide starts from the dishes — what each one is, when to eat it, and which of these kitchens is known for it.
Tips for Eating in Somnath
- The streets around the temple have the most choice, from farsan counters to thali restaurants, all within walking distance.
- Veraval is the place for fish curry and seafood; take an auto-rickshaw or taxi.
- A thali makes a good lunch between your morning and evening visits to the temple.
- Plan dinner around the 7 pm aarti and the 8 pm light-and-sound show, which together fill most of the evening.
- Expect queues at meal times on Mondays, weekends and festivals such as Mahashivratri and the Kartik Purnima fair.
- Gujarat is a dry state, so do not expect alcohol with your meal.
- Carry some cash for small eateries and snack stalls.
- Ask for Jain food if you avoid onion and garlic, as many kitchens are used to making it.
Questions
Somnath — FAQ
Where should I eat in Somnath?
4 places are listed here, across 2 areas. Each entry says what that kitchen is known for rather than reprinting its menu, so pick by the dish you want and the area you'll be in.
What should I order in Somnath?
Start from the dishes rather than the restaurants — the Somnath food guide covers what each dish is and when to eat it, then links to the places that do it well.
Can I get seafood near Somnath Temple?
Not easily. Food around the temple is almost all vegetarian. For fish curry and other seafood, go to Veraval, about 7 km away, which is one of India's major fishing ports.
Do restaurants in Somnath serve alcohol?
No. Gujarat is a dry state, so restaurants in Somnath do not serve alcohol.
Is eating out in Somnath expensive?
No. Somnath suits a small budget. Most places near the temple are simple vegetarian eateries, and farsan snacks and thalis are good value.