Harden's survey result
Summary
“A South London gem” – Claire Fisher’s “authentic, fresh and delicious South Indian food” has been a “stalwart” of Peckham dining since 2004 (well before the area’s gastro scene took off). It’s a “lovely little restaurant”, “if a bit cramped”, especially if you “quite enjoy the fairly communal dining”, and “its regularly changing menu still entices and surprises”. Top Tip – “you must buy some jars of divine home-made pickles and chutneys to take home!”.
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”.
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Restaurant details
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £9.75 |  |
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| Starter | Main | Veggies | Pudding |
|---|---|---|---|
| £3.30 | £10.00 | £3.30 | £6.75 |
| Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £23.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.50 |
| Extras |
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| Bread | £2.75 |
| Service | 10.00% |
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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