Experience Banthi Bhojanam at Desi Street Bytes on October 25, 2026
Join us in Chandler for a traditional Andhra vegetarian feast featuring 20+ delicacies, served from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
Picture a long banana leaf and a row of people sitting side by side while servers walk the line with hot rice, dal and a spoonful of ghee. That's Banthi Bhojanam, the traditional South Indian vegetarian feast, and on Sunday, October 25, 2026, we're serving it at Desi Street Bytes in Chandler from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
20+ dishes, a warm crowd, and a limited number of seats. Here's a look at what's on the leaf and how to save your spot.
What is Banthi Bhojanam?
Banthi Bhojanam is a traditional Andhra feast and a much-loved part of the wider Telugu food culture, rooted in village celebrations and temple meals. In Telugu, banthi means a row of people seated together and bhojanam means a meal, so the name says it all: one big meal, shared in a row. Traditionally it's served on banana leaves, and hot rice on a fresh leaf has an aroma all its own. For the full background, visit our Banthi Bhojanam page.
Think of it as the festive version of a South Indian thali. Instead of a single plate, the whole spread comes to your leaf, and everyone around you is eating the same feast.
What's on the leaf
There are 20+ items in the spread, and each one has its place. Here's how it comes together.
Rice and Puri: Bagara rice, which is cooked with whole spices, sits next to plain sona masoori rice, the soft everyday rice that carries every spoonful of dal and ghee. Puri comes with aloo kurma, a mild potato curry that's easy to love at any age.
Curries and Fries: Guthi vankaya masala is small brinjals in a rich, spiced gravy. Dondakaya pakoda fry brings ivy gourd (also called tindora) with a crisp bite. A seasonal dal sits alongside, with butter chilli on the side.
The Andhra Heart of the Meal: Pappu charu is a thin, tangy lentil soup you pour over rice. Kandi podi and peanut powder are dry spice mixes you stir into rice with ghee. Roti pachadi is a coarse, rustic chutney, and the Andhra mango pickle gives every bite a sharp, salty kick.
Crunch and Cool-Down: Papad and fryums for texture, and pot curd to calm the spice.
Sweets and Drinks: Boondi laddoo and pineapple kesari to finish, badam milk, and bottled water.
A quick note for vegan guests: this is a vegetarian feast, and it includes dairy such as ghee and pot curd. If you eat vegan, mention it when you reserve and ask which items fit.
Everyone's welcome at the feast
Bring the whole family, kids included. Come as a couple, or round up friends who've been curious about South Indian food in Chandler. Never been to a bhojanam before? Even better. It's an easy, friendly way to try a full Andhra-style meal for the first time. Coming on your own? You're welcome too, and a shared feast is a nice way to spend a Sunday afternoon. And if you grew up eating off a banana leaf and miss it, this one is for you.
When and where
Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
Time: 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Place: Desi Street Bytes, Chandler, 2051 W Warner Rd, Suite 7, Chandler, AZ 85224
Pricing and seats
Choose the option that fits your group:
Adult: $19.99
Child (ages 12 and under): $12.99
Couple: $37.99
Family of four (2 adults and 2 kids): $59.99
Seats are limited, so we'd love to have you reserved ahead of time. When you arrive, our team will check you in at the door and pop a wristband on you. Just keep your reservation details handy.
How to reserve your seat
Pick whichever way is easiest for you:
RSVP form: Reserve your spot online and you're set.
AI booking assistant: new for this event. Chat with the assistant to reserve your seat in a few messages.
Phone: call the Chandler team at (480) 292-9665 with any questions.
Your Sunday Plans Just Got Delicious
Clear your afternoon on October 25. Bring your family, a friend, or just your own appetite, and share a meal the way Andhra and Telugu families have shared it at festivals and temples for generations. Reserve your seat now, and we'll have the leaf ready for you.
Stay in the loop
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Frequently asked questions
What is Banthi Bhojanam?
It's a traditional Andhra feast, part of the wider Telugu food culture, where guests sit in a row and share a full spread, traditionally on banana leaves. It's rooted in village gatherings and temple meals.
When and where is the Banthi Bhojanam in Chandler?
Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM at Desi Street Bytes, 2051 W Warner Rd, Suite 7, Chandler, AZ 85224.
How much does it cost?
Adult $19.99, child (ages 12 and under) $12.99, couple $37.99, and family of four (2 adults and 2 kids) $59.99.
How do I reserve a seat?
Use the online RSVP form, chat with our AI booking assistant, or call (480) 292-9665. Seats are limited.
Is the feast vegetarian or vegan?
It's 100% vegetarian. It includes dairy items like ghee and pot curd, so it isn't fully vegan. Let us know when you reserve if you eat vegan.
Can I come alone, or is it only for families?
Everyone is welcome: families, couples, friends, first-timers and solo guests.
