Lido Area

Experience the capital’s authentic Indian spice
By Huang Daohen

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If you are crazy for curry and seeking Indian food in the capital, there are only a few options. Most can hardly compare to authentic restaurants in Delhi, India, but the Ganges Indian Restaurant is an exception.

This popular Indian joint serves classic dishes such as chicken and lamb tikka masala, a traditional Indian chicken dish based on baked chicken or lamb chunks. As many as 20 vegetarian curries are also available.

Don’t be fooled by the modest exterior at its Lido branch. Walk inside to find a comfortable, quiet restaurant up to international standards. The over-stuffed furniture at the corner, Bollywood paraphernalia and music videos give the place a sense of elegance and comfort.

The menu, featuring 350 items, has all the Indian standards one would expect and require. The menu is filled with delectable treats, like addictive lamb, spinach curry and tasty snacks.

The vegetable samosa, at a price of 23 yuan, is crisp with just the right amount of kick. The palak paneer, costing 44 yuan, is an all-time favorite and does not disappoint.

All spices and many ingredients are imported, Tang Tianzhu, manager of the restaurant’s Lido branch, said.

The Ganges has been serving the Indian cuisine since 2005, and this Indian eatery is quickly making a name by serving up authentic flavors in colorful, Bollywood-themed decor and at relativly low prices.

Already being popular with the foreign student crowd in Wudaokou, the Ganges owners made a wise move by opening their second venue in the heart of the CBD and Lido area.

Ganges Indian Restaurant
Where: 5/B Hairun Apartments, 2 Jiangtai Lu, Chaoyang
Open: Daily 11 am – 11 pm
Tel: 5135 8353, 1391 0629 470