A complete royal feast — multiple dishes, fresh rotis, rice, dal, curries, sweets, and more. All on one platter. Unlimited refills on select items.
A Thali is one of India's oldest and most celebrated ways of eating — a large round platter arranged with small bowls (katoris) of different dishes, all served together. The word "thali" simply means plate in Hindi, but the experience is anything but simple.
Every element on the platter is intentional: a balance of flavors (spicy, sweet, sour, salty), textures (soft curries, crispy farsan, fluffy roti), and nutrients (proteins from dal and kathol, carbohydrates from rice, vitamins from vegetables). A proper Thali is a full meal — not a sampler.
At Vatan, our Thali is rooted in the Gujarati and Kathiyawadi tradition — fresh, lovingly prepared, and served the way it's been served across generations of Indian families.
3 vegetables, one kathol, rice, khichdi, kadhi, dal, pickle, jaggery, garlic chutney, sweet, raita, papad & farsan. Choice of 2 rotla / 5 roti / 5 poori / 3 methi thepla / 3 puran poli.
2 vegetables, one kathol, rice, khichdi, kadhi, dal, pickle, jaggery, sweet, raita, papad & farsan. Prepared without root vegetables per Jain dietary guidelines.
2 vegetables, one kathol, rice, khichdi, kadhi, dal, pickle, jaggery, sweet, raita, papad & farsan. Prepared per Swaminarayan dietary guidelines.
2 veg curries, Dal fry, Jeera rice, Butter Naan, Gulab Jamun, Achar, Chaas, papad & salad. North Indian flavors on a classic platter.
Three pieces of pani puri, bhel, one piece of ragda pattice & three pieces of dahi puri. A street food feast on a single platter.
Prices subject to change. View the full menu for the latest pricing.
Every dish, every day — no meat, no cross-contamination. Safe and trusted by Jain and Swaminarayan communities. Learn about our Jain & Swaminarayan options →
Gujarati and Kathiyawadi home cooking traditions — the kind of food you'd find at a grandmother's table in Saurashtra.
Select Thali items are refillable — eat until you're truly satisfied, not just full. That's the spirit of a real Thali.
Jersey City (open daily) and East Windsor (Tue–Sun), near BAPS Akshardham. Conveniently located for diners from Plainsboro, South Brunswick, Princeton, West Windsor, Robbinsville, Hightstown, Monroe Township & Princeton Junction. Edison coming soon.
What is an Indian Thali?
A Thali is a traditional Indian meal served on a large round platter with multiple small dishes — curries, dal, rice, breads, pickles, chutneys, and sweets — representing a complete, balanced meal in one sitting.
Does Vatan offer a Jain or Swaminarayan Thali?
Yes. We offer both a Jain Thali ($20.99) prepared without root vegetables, and a Swaminarayan Thali ($21.99) following Swaminarayan dietary guidelines. Our kitchen is 100% vegetarian.
How much does the Thali cost at Vatan?
Thali prices start at $16.99 for the Chaat Thali. Full meal Thalis (Vatan Special, Punjabi, Jain, Swaminarayan) range from $20.99 to $21.99 per person.
Where can I get an Indian Thali near East Windsor or Jersey City NJ?
Vatan serves authentic Indian vegetarian Thalis at 808 Newark Ave, Jersey City (open Mon–Sun) and 761 NJ-33 West, East Windsor (open Tue–Sun, closed Mondays). The East Windsor location is a short drive from Plainsboro, South Brunswick, Princeton, West Windsor, Robbinsville, Hightstown, Monroe Township, and Princeton Junction. Call ahead or reserve a table online.
Can I order the Thali for takeout or catering?
Yes — Thalis are available for direct pickup via our online order form. For catering, visit our catering page to get a quote for events and gatherings.
Nothing describes a Thali like eating one. Reserve your table at Vatan and let us bring the full spread to you.