If I could give Jay more than five stars I would give him more. Jay is one of the kindest people I have ever met. He has a restaurant with the best Thali we had in India. But he also recommended us what we could do in Bundi and showed us the city after we had lunch at his place. He arranged flowers, a flower necklace and some other presents for us. He is very enthusiastic anf a lot of fun to hang out with. We are so happy we met him and his family and had the best time in Bundi because of them. Thank you so much. And if you read this please go to his restaurant and enjoy it!!
We absolutely loved our experience at Jay’s cafe. Jay and his family are wonderful people and extremely kind hosts. They will make you feel so welcome in their home and provide delicious food.100% recommend!
Like many others we met Jay on our way towards the palace and fort. He provided helpful advice about touring the sites and loaned us a couple of bamboo sticks to fend off monkeys on the trail to the fort. (We didn’t need to use them but it was comforting to have them - and helpful on the trail down which is steep).
Jay’s cafe is a couple of tables on the roof of the family house. Jay’s sister makes the food which is really good especially the pakoras and other components of the Thali. The Lassi wasn’t to my taste - too thick and sweet - and the beer was expensive (400) - overall it ended up more expensive than a similar lunch at our Haveli but made up for by the friendliness and quality of the food.
I believe this was the best meal I've had in India! Jay is quite entertaining and his sister cooks everything to order. I had some excellent lassi and the thali was out of this world, good prices. Delicious 😋
Jay’s hospitality is unmatched, and the food made by his mother and sister is amazing.
if you haven’t had the chance to meet Jay on the street, be sure to visit his cafe!
Very nice breakfast. Fresh fruit muesli and juices owned by a very kind and hard worker family. Best location to the palace and they give you great tips for your visit
After passing Jay about 8 times in the street, we decided he was a very high achieving salesman and we should try his restaurant. We were pleasantly surprised. We had Thali and there was so much food and it was really delicious, Jay's sister is a great cook. The whole family were very sweet and we are glad we visited!
Jay and Renku were very enthusiastic and welcoming. The thali was tasty and plentiful. We ate all we could. Cold beer is available too.
The location has a great view of the palace and action near the entry-way. Jay's mom gave my wife a surprise gift... very sweet.
Jay gave us a stick for protection against the monkeys on our 'fort hike' -- and we used it! Thanks, Jay. A friendly family and good meal.
Thank you to Jay and his sister and mother for welcoming us so warmly into your home! The thali, lassi and chai were amazing (maybe a little pricey but worth it!) and the little gifts we lovely. Memories we will never forget! Jay is very enthusiastic about you coming to his restaurant, but don’t be put off as we had a lovely afternoon there and it has made our trip to Bundi one to remember, thank you!
Jay and his sister are very kind and welcoming. We first met jay when he saw us going up to the fort and gave us a stick to keep the monkeys away (the monkeys actually weren't an issue and kept to themselves, don't worry. But it was a nice gesture and much appreciated).
Afterwards we came by for some delicious thali, an amazing lassi with saffron, nuts, and dried fruit, and some tasty fried vegetable pokoras. Thank you for the hospitality and your delicious food
I enjoyed a delcious thali dinner, with endless refills, overlooking the lit up walls of the Bundi fortress. Great food, super hospitality, so helful.
Just make sure to bend low when entering, I found the doorpost a bit lower than I expected.
We just visited Jay’s cafe and we’re overwhelmed with how welcoming Jay and his family were. They are such amazing hosts. The food was quite delicious and reasonably priced. I recommend stopping by, even if Jay doesn’t greet you first!
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We met Jay a couple of years ago when wandering around the fort and made the wise decision to use him as a guide to explore further afield sticks in hand to keep monkeys at bay. He was entertaining, funny, speaks excellent English and was excellent company. In fact we ended up spending quite a lot of time with Jay over 3 days. What a genuinely lovely guy. Sad to see how some more affluent business owners nearby looked down on him and tried to intimidate him. So pleased to see Jay has established his own cafe Whilst he had not opened it when we met he did organise a meal for us served on a table laden with petals. It was the best meal we ate in 3 weeks in India. In fact going to Bundi and meeting Jay was the highlight of our trip he made such a mark. Despite usual reservations we agreed to visit friends who sold silk scarves and silver and bagged some bargain. Also lovely, genuine, small business owners. Should have bought a few more silver bangles they were so cheap. So pay a visit to the cafe and let him guide and entertain you You will be glad you did. We miss you Jay. From Sue and Lou
What a fabulous little cafe. The thali was second to none and the welcome the best in India. I recommend that anyone passing through Bundi drops by. Jay is also the guide for the fort, so maybe call in on your way up to the palace and fort. They make you feel like part of the family and really welcome you into their home. One of the highlights of our trip.
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