12/08/2025: One of my favorite Pakistani and Indian restaurants in Bolzano. I even went into the kitchen, paying at the register. I was looking inside but all I could see was the entrance. The owner invited me in if I wanted to see. I took a look and was amazed by the cleanliness, the attention to the food, and the dedication of the cooks, all of Pakistani origin, who handled the food with dance-like movements, the result of long experience. Their movements were coordinated with a genuine love for their country's food. Naan and chapatis were made directly over an open fire in a terracotta tandoori tube oven, as is traditional. The cooks were super focused, quick but not stressed. Certain foods require quick, repetitive movements, and they showed no effort, but pride in doing it well, synchronized because their hands were literally in contact with the fire to make naan or polo tanduri. Perhaps I was impertinent because I looked every corner; the cleanliness and order inside the kitchen is to be commended, however. I often make up excuses to go into the kitchens of other restaurants, and I've seen some shocking things, completely unlike Gul's. They methodically clean after every job. You could tell the chefs themselves loved working in a clean and orderly environment. It's a family-run business, run by the father, brothers, and cousins. There are no chefs outside the family, so everyone has their own duties and responsibilities, whether one person succeeds or succeeds as a whole family. This is what makes this place tick, run with love and respect for its customers. I've eaten here several times, always very good. I've been eating here for years now, with friends who come from out of town, and everyone's happy. It's also my son's favorite restaurant, because as a child, he makes requests that might be annoying, but the owners are happy to fulfill every wish, without charging extra. They pride themselves on being able to involve you in the customer's choice of food, and they're open to small changes that aren't added to the bill. Many restaurants charge an extra €2 for every small request, but that's not the case here. The flavor is wonderful, and the spiciness level is adjusted upon request. Generous portions. Very reasonable prices, even low for the quality of the food and service. Passing the corner of Via Bottai and Via Streiter, you can smell the inviting aroma from afar. The smell of authentic food, freshly prepared with care. It's no coincidence that it's always busy. It's a favorite among Bolzano residents and tourists alike. It enjoys an excellent reputation among locals, who are critical of exotic restaurants because not all places are this clean, tasty, and affordable. The interior is very elegant, with tables outside under umbrellas. Many people, casual passers-by, are drawn in by the inviting aroma. The cuisine is true to its tradition, slightly modified for European palates. The atmosphere is always pleasant despite being always busy. The staff is very calm and unhurried, a quality not all restaurants manage to maintain. Sometimes you have to wait for a table to become available; it's best to book in advance, but the wait is rewarded with excellent dishes. After ordering, it takes no more than 10 minutes. The restaurant is always open, so the ingredients are always fresh; there's no pre-cooked or frozen food; fresh meat is delivered every morning from a halal van. Even though this restaurant has become famous and highly sought-after over the years, it hasn't raised its prices. The owners are very humble and polite. It's a great place for children because the tables are on the street, so there's no traffic. Dogs are welcome. Parking is available on nearby streets, but the central location is also within walking distance, allowing you to admire the old city.
06/08/2025: We are at Gul during our stay in Bolzano. The food and service is 10/10.
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