Temple Canteen is currently offering the following dining options
Daily from 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Take-Out – for info see: canteen.nyganeshtemple.org/contact
Indoor Dining as of 2/12/2021 (Friday) – Limited Indoor Dining at 25% capacity (Occupancy shall not exceed more than 91 persons). Availability on a first – come, first – serve basis.
Devotees wishing to use the limited indoor option must strictly adhere to all NYC Indoor Dining guidelines including:
Having Temperature Taken • Wearing a Mask • Practice Social Distancing
Cover Your Cough & Sneeze • Wash Hands Often
Anyone whose temperature is raised or who does not follow these precautions may be refused entry or asked to leave. We seek cooperation from every one during this challenging time.
Delivery is also available: Order with UberEats – DoorDash or GrubHub
Temple Canteen’s eGift Cards available!
The Temple Canteen
With the grace and blessings of Sri Maha Vallabha Ganapati, the Temple canteen was started in 1993 – mainly to prepare “naivedyam” (food offering) to the deities in accordance with agama sastras.
The authentic South Indian food at the canteen was a great appeal to devotees as well, who enjoyed the tradional flavor and taste of idli, dosa, pongal, upma, sambar, chutney, etc., Thanks to the encouragement of devotees, the canteen grew rapidly and moved in 1998 to the current, spacious location in the community center.
Please visit our dedicated canteen website for more information