Bhopal Express
Dine in the world's first train coach restaurant, offering a unique ambiance with artistic murals and delicious North Indian cuisine.
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Bhopal Express
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Dine in the world's first train coach restaurant, offering a unique ambiance with artistic murals and delicious North Indian cuisine.
"A unique restaurant inside a real train coach with great ambiance and tasty food, but slow service."
Book in Advance
Secure limited seating inside the train carriage by booking a table in advance or arriving early.
Afternoon Visit Recommended
The restaurant opens at noon, so consider visiting after 1 PM for a full dining experience.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
North Indian
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+91 755 266 0802
Address
69VP+2XH, Hotel Lake View Campus, Shymala Hills, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh 462013, India
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Dine in a Real Train Coach
Experience dining in the world's first restaurant set inside a renovated train coach, complete with simulated train sounds and visuals.
Artistic Ambiance
Enjoy the restaurant's beautiful murals and paintings, creating a visually stunning backdrop perfect for photography.
Amazing Naan
Savor delicious food, with a special mention for their unbelievably amazing naan that's a must-try.
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Book in Advance
Secure limited seating inside the train carriage by booking a table in advance or arriving early.
Afternoon Visit Recommended
The restaurant opens at noon, so consider visiting after 1 PM for a full dining experience.
Group Dining Consideration
Groups larger than five may need to sit at separate tables; space inside the carriage is limited.
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Book in Advance
Secure limited seating inside the train carriage by booking a table in advance or arriving early.
Afternoon Visit Recommended
The restaurant opens at noon, so consider visiting after 1 PM for a full dining experience.
Group Dining Consideration
Groups larger than five may need to sit at separate tables; space inside the carriage is limited.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Bhopal Express offers a unique dining experience within a real train coach, praised for its ambiance and creative concept. While the food is generally well-received, with naan being a standout, the service can be slow and inattentive. It's a must-visit for the novelty and atmosphere, but manage expectations regarding service speed.
"Oh my god….
The best exposure one can imagine in a train restaurant
My kids love it so much…
Great ambience of Indian railway particularly the train sound announcement and the train video at the window
Overall I would say 5 out of 5"
Anand Kumar
"A unique restaurant inside a real train coach, managed by Madhya Pradesh Tourism. The ambience is great, food is tasty (veg and non-veg), and quality is well-maintained with reasonable pricing.
But the service is the worst part — extremely slow, and the staff and waiters are inattentive and unresponsive. Worth visiting once for the experience, but don’t expect good service.
I would actually rate the service 0 stars !!!"
Tushar Chilhate
"Located near upper lake this establishment is quite unique as the restaurant is inside a train coach. Interiors replicate the ambience of maharaja express as told by the manager. They also have a beautiful outdoor seating arrangement.
The food is good enough and is moderately expensive. It doesn't open before 12 noon so you might wanna go there only after 1. The place is quite pretty with beautiful murals and paintings providing a good backdrop for photography."
Sarwar
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Frequently Asked Questions
It is the world's first restaurant built inside a real, renovated railway coach, offering a unique dining experience with simulated train visuals and sounds.
Yes, it's recommended to book a table in advance or arrive early, especially for seating inside the train carriage, as space is limited.
Reviewers frequently mention the amazing naan as a must-try, alongside other delicious food items.
Service quality can be inconsistent. Some reviewers praise the attentive staff, while others report it as slow and unresponsive.
Seating is limited within the train coach. Groups of more than five people might have to sit at different tables, which can affect the group experience.
Yes, there is a beautiful outdoor seating arrangement available, offering a different ambiance and view.
The restaurant opens at noon and does not serve before 12 PM.
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The Bhopal Express happens to be the world’s first restaurant inside a renovated railway coach. On top of it, the interiors have special TVs to mimic the visuals of a moving train. Plus, their food is talked about a lot too.
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