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GAJA, Bournemouth, Dorset

GAJA

4.9
4.9
26 Reviews
£25 and under
Indian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Welcome to Gaja, Charminster's newest destination for Indian cuisine and bar experiences, where the rich flavors of India meet modern elegance.
Inspired by the sanskrit word for "elephant," Gaja symbolises strength, wisdom, and royalty - qualities reflected in every dish we serve.
Our menu offers a diverse selection of authentic Indian cuisine, crafted with fresh ingredients and traditional spices.

Experience the perfect blend of cultural charm and contemporary ambiance, with warm lighting and attentive service ensuring a memorable visit.
We prioritize hygiene and hospitality, making Gaja the ideal spot to savor India's vibrant culinary heritage in the heart of Charminster.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Contemporary Indian
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01202 933165
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

What 26 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.9Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
GAJA is a gem in Charminster, offering a "beautiful food, service and all round wonderful experience." Guests rave about the "outstanding service," "amazing food," and "intimate atmosphere." The menu, though small, boasts "delicious freshly cooked food" customizable to spice preferences. Highly recommended for a delightful dining experience!

26 Reviews
  1. Diane

    Dorset

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fabulous place. Beautifully decorated with gorgeous table settings. Food amazing with a small but perfect menu and love that it’s individually cooked with your choice of heat. Great veggie options too. We were there for a birthday and they couldn’t have treated us better. It felt very special. We will be back again soon

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  2. Mrs

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Beautiful food, service and all round wonderful experience. Couldn't recommend enough. Those little complimentary extras make a difference.

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  3. Philip

    Dorset

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An intimate and cosy experience with good Indian/Nepalese food. The owners and staff are totally customer-focused and ensured we had an enjoyable experience. What a find in Charminster!

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  4. Léna

    Dorset

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience with them I’m usually picky but I’ll give 10 of 10! The food was amazing the service was amazing and they were very thoughtful for my husbands bday! Would definitely go back and recommend it! Just book in advance as they are very busy 😁

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  5. Michelle

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great to have such a lovely local restaurant which serves fantastic food. We have been a few times and it’s always been excellent. Service and staff are also fantastic

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  6. Andrew

    Hampshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service, really looked after us. Menu was small but food was fresh and delicious. Would recommend.

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  7. Gemma

    Dorset

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gaja is a special place. I almost don't want to write a review as I imagine it might turn into one of those places you have to book months in advance as it's so lovely. I've lived in Bournemouth for more than 2 decades and it's the best meal I've had. The food was so delicious. All cooked fresh and you could taste that. They cook it to your taste so it was the prefect level of spicey for me. So many flavours. Amazing. The service is very friendly and attentive but not overly in your face, just right. The decor, the music, the atmosphere. I cannot think of one negative I loved it there. I will be going back again soon.

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  8. Richard

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and the best service I've ever had anywhere. Went for son's birthday and a card and complimentary shots were the icing on the cake. Deserves to be a huge success.

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  9. Elaine

    Buckinghamshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious freshly cooked food with flavour intensity to suit your preferences. Everything we ate was perfect, the service was above and beyond. No detail has been missed to make this a really lovely relaxed evening out.

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  10. Tara

    Dorset

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The layout of the restaurant is modern and stylish and a great addition to the Charminster area. The staff were friendly and helpful, but most importantly, the food was really tasty and a bit different. There are lots of vegetarian options and prices are reasonable. Will definitely go back and would recommend to others to try it.

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GAJA is rated 4.9 stars by 26 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for GAJA

360 Charminster Rd, Bournemouth, Dorset BH8 9RX

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Bournemouth
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Contemporary Indian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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