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About this place
In Kyoto’s Kita Ward, Indian restaurant Ganesha serves plain naan fresh from a charcoal tandoor oven alongside an expansive selection of curries. For those seeking rich, mellow depth, the butter chicken blends fresh cream, cashew paste, and honey into a smooth, comforting gravy. The kitchen also turns out dishes with pronounced spice and savory meat profiles, including chicken tikka masala made with charcoal-roasted boneless chicken simmered in a tomato base, as well as a light, fragrant classic chicken curry.
Vegetarian Staples and Charcoal-Baked Naan
Beyond meat dishes, the menu offers a strong lineup centered on plant-based ingredients. Paneer saagwala combines spinach puree with Indian cottage cheese, a vibrant green curry popular among travelers and vegetarian diners alike. Other wholesome choices include chana masala with tender stewed chickpeas, a gentle homestyle dhal made with split lentils, and a mixed vegetable curry featuring okra and lotus root. To accompany the dishes, diners can choose from chewy plain naan baked directly against the tandoor walls, cheese-stuffed naan, garlic naan, or Japanese rice cooked with sauteed turmeric, making mixing and matching part of the appeal.
From Sizzling Tandoor Plates to Takeout Bento
The sides provide plenty of variety, from bone-in tandoori chicken marinated in spiced yogurt to skewered chicken seekh kebabs and crisp, spiced potato samosas—ideal partners for an evening beer or glass of wine. The dining room is comfortably spaced with booth seating, accommodating solo diners, families, and small groups with equal ease. In addition to daytime lunch sets, Ganesha offers takeout bento boxes packed with curry, cheese naan, chicken tikka, lotus root pakora, and turmeric rice, making it a handy stop for a casual meal or food to take on the road.
