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Poona Guest House

Name: Poona Guest House
Address: 100 Laxmi Road Near Dagadusheth Halvai Ganpati, Pune, 411002, IN
Telephone: +919881257661
Price range: $$
Rating: 3.8

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Poona Guest House specialises in homestyle Maharashtrian food. It boasts of a simple, delicious menu and a rich past.

Standing tall for the past 86 years, Poona Guest House is one of the oldest food joints in the city. It has been one of the most favourite Maharashtrian eateries for people from Pune and those from outside the city too, especially film and theatre personalities like Dev Anand, Sulochana, Lalita Pawar, Bal Gandharva, Dr Kashinath Ghanekar, Jayashree Gadkar, Dada Kondke and Yogacharya BKS Iyengar Gu

ruji, to name a few. Late film producer-actor-director and writer of silent movies Nana Sarpotdar started the the guest house in 1935 in order to cater to the staffers working in his movies and film studio. In 1936, he started a lodging facility too to provide accommodation for film personalities. Since then, the Sarpotdar family has been running the guest house at the same place on Laxmi Road — near Dagdu Sheth Halwai Ganapati — with the same passion. Typical Maharashtrian food, along with Bajirao Chiwda and Mastani Misal, are the specialty items on PGH’s menu. Nanasaheb was the first restaurateur in the city who started serving food in steel plates and bowls. After Nanasaheb passed away, his wife Saraswati bai took charge of PGH and opened a branch in Matheran in 1940 to expand the business. All this while, she was managing a family of seven children! Saraswati Bai’s elder son Bandopant later opened one more PGH in Delhi’s Karol Baug area on the request of top Congress leader and Union Minister late Yashwantrao Chavan. Here, Chavan introduced the Maharashtrian food to the then prime minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi. “They often came to PGH in Karolbagu to eat Aluwadi (a deep-fried delicacy made from colocasia leaves) and Alu bhaji (a thick veg made out of the same) and Ukadiche Modak (rice flour dumplings with fillings of fresh coconut and jaggery),” Kishor said. Delhi’s PGH served Delhites for almost 50 years, till 1995. During the India-Sino war in 1962, PGH started dishing out rice plate as the ration system was introduced by the government, but not before starting outdoor catering services in the name of Sarpotdar Caterers in 1960. “After introducing several new changes in the food business, we started the buffet system in 1980 and served a gathering of Congress Convention held at Congress Bhavan in 1982 and around the same time, we also catered to some 40,000 RSS volunteers who had camped at Taljai then
In 1985, PGH introduced Gramin Thali with special food items like stuffed brinjal, zunka-bhakar, green chillie kharda and garlic chutney and so on. “We survived for all these years because of sheer hard work to maintain quality, and because we serve good food at reasonable rates with the attitude of Grahaka Devo Bhava (The guest is god).

02/06/2024

Food at Puna Guest house is not only tasty but authentic and super delicious!

Eat food made with love and care! Visit Poona guest house now!

27/05/2024

Food fight! vs. Which one wins your heart
(and stomach)? Let us know in the comments!

22/05/2024

Let's elevate your lunch game! The thaali is bursting with flavor and color - perfect for satisfying your taste buds and your Instagram feed.

18/05/2024

Eating healthy can be fun! Let us show you how.

Visit Poona guest house today!

16/05/2024

choose your food according to your mood!

Don't just eat your feelings, choose the food that compliments them!

Visit Poona guest house for an instant happiness right now!

11/05/2024

This Mother's Day, ditch the dishes and the fray,
Treat Mom to a delicious brunch the whole day!

Show Mom how much you care with a delicious Mother's Day brunch only at Poona guest house.

Visit our nearest outlet
Pavillion mall . Laxmi road. Zapurza

For details: +91 20 2445 5679

10/05/2024

Celebrate this Akshay Tritiya, in sweetness with our authentic Aam ras puri.😋

Let your taste buds rejoice and your home be filled with joy!✨

अक्षय्य तृतीयेच्या हार्दिक शुभेच्छा!

06/05/2024

Why go for unhealthy boring SOFT DRINKS when you can have HEALTHY & FRESH DELIGHTS only at your favourite Poona Guest House ✨

Explore the menu now!😋

04/05/2024

✨Happy customers make happy us! ✨

Come visit poona guest house for a savory meal!🤗

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01/05/2024

Celebrate the flavors of Maharashtra in style this !

Poona Guest House invites you on a delightful journey of tradition. 🇮🇳

27/04/2024

Pune on a plate, but feels like home!

Missing that warm, delicious hug of a home-cooked meal? We've got you covered!😋

At Poona Guest House, our kitchen whips up mouthwatering Puneri dishes made with fresh ingredients and a whole lotta love.
Don't worry, a taste of home awaits you here!😁

23/04/2024

The taste of tradition at your Pavillion mall.

Have your favourite Marathi meal while shopping because Poonam guest house makes it possible

22/04/2024

✨The taste of tradition at your PAVILLION MALL✨

Have your favourite Marathi meal while shopping because Poona Guest House makes it possible! 🤗

17/04/2024

As we celebrate the triumph of truth, Poona Guest House offers delicious vegetarian catering to make your Ram Navami feast truly special. 🤗

Let us take care of the food, while you focus on celebrating with loved ones.✨

16/04/2024

🥭It's mango season at Poona Guest House, Pune, and we're serving up some tough choices!🥭

What's your go-to combo: the classic Aamras Puri or the wholesome Aamras Chapati?
Share your favorite pick in the comments and discover the delightful world of mangoes with our "This or That" specials🤗

01/04/2024

Feeling the Pune heat? We've got the perfect Shanti.😌
Indulge in our selection of traditional summer coolers, crafted with age-old maharashtrian recipes and local ingredients.
From the classic Aam ras to the refreshing Mattha, experience the taste of summer in Pune! 😎✨

25/03/2024

Wishing you a very Happy Holi From our Team of POONA GUEST HOUSE ✨️

13/03/2024

Poona Guest House caters to all your needs! ️ From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, our diverse catering services will leave your guests raving.

We offer a variety of options to suit any occasion, from delicious Maharashtrian feasts to customized menus.

Ready to create lasting memories? Reach out to us and allow us to be at your service! .

07/03/2024

Mahashivratri Special Upvasachi Thali is Available in all out outlets, Do visit and give these traditional dishes a try and make your fasting experience better 😁

02/03/2024

More than just a meal, Poona Guest House offers a unique dining experience in different ambiances. Tell us which PGH location you'd love to visit! And if you have already visited one, share your experience in the comment section.

25/01/2024

Happy Republic Day!

12/01/2024

Shrikhand Puri!

04/01/2024

Delighted patrons savoring an exquisite Indian feast at Poona Guest House!!

31/12/2023

Happy New Year!

24/12/2023

Chocolate sandwich!

15/12/2023

Tawa Pulao!

10/12/2023

Veg Maggi!

09/12/2023

Vangyache kaap!
( वांग्याचे काप)

30/11/2023

संकष्टी चतुर्थीच्या सर्वांना शुभेच्छा!

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100 Laxmi Road Near Dagadusheth Halvai Ganpati
Pune
411002

Telephone

+919881257661

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