Top 5 street food in Delhi
Himanshi Rawat: ‘Dilli ki sardiyan aur Dilli ka Zaika’, there is no other best combination ever made. Isn’t it? It is no secret that, when it comes to food, the National Capital is every foodie’s heaven. And why wouldn’t it be so? With a mix of most extravagant Indian & Global cooking styles at the absolute best food venues in the city to be tasted and enjoyed. From Chandni Chowk to Majnu ka Tila, from Sitram’s Chhole bhature to Dolma Aunty’s Momos, Delhi is replete with many culinary delights. So with none further ado, let us look at the top 5 places where Delhites drool over.
Chandni Chowk
Chandni Chowk, the moonlight square is known for market hustle is also a treasure for every foodie. Here are some eatery spaces:
1. Paranthe Wali Gali
Although Paranthe Wali Gali and Chandni Chowk are synonyms for each other, Babu Ram paranthe wala is the star of the area. It is a budget-friendly & fulfilling meal. There are 100 different varieties of paranthas, which are definitely ‘so good!’
2. Karim’s
Karim’s has been delighting non-veg eaters since 1913. Expect meaty Mughlai treats such as Mutton Burrah, Mutton Mughlai, and Nahari. This is an old Delhi institution where the mutton is king, especially in thick, rich gravies.
3. Ashok Chaat Corner
The chutneys compliment the Bhalla Papdi giving a mouth-watering blend of sweet, savoury, crisp, and softness in your mouth that you have to have more than one. Freshly grounded masalas make the crispy Tikki and chholey delicious. One of the oldest places in Delhi, this one is a definite recommendation.
Lajpat Nagar
Lajpat Nagar market not only offers shoppers of all hues but also lip-smacking food. Small, efficient eateries hand out delicious snacks perfected through the years of serving multitudes of shoppers. Perfect for an in-between-shopping break, these are craving-worthy dishes that are often reminisced over by patrons near and far.
1. Dolma Aunty’s Momos
Our love story with momos has gone from strength to strength to fix hunger pangs. Dolma Aunty Momos touted as the first-ever momo ‘thela’ serving mouth-watering momos which are well-cooked with rich filling. Serving veg, paneer, and chicken momos with fiery red chutney, this place should be on the bucket list of every foodie in the city.
2. Jhakkas Pav Bhaji
This place is known for good portions & value for money. Let’s admit it, there is an innate sense of happiness that we feel whenever we hear, see or eat Pav Bhaji. The lovely mashed orange gravy loaded with spices and butter, along with Butter Pavs, all with some onions, chutney, and lemon. Drooling, right?
3. Golden Fiesta
Fiesta’s been here for a long time, witnessing crowd. It is best known for its ‘Chinese Chat’, which is an irresistible mix of all things deliciously Chinese – noodles/rice, spring rolls, Manchurian balls, chilly potatoes, and anything else that you’d like to add in your customized chaat.
Rajouri Garden
Speckled with a bunch of great shopping malls and resourceful market places, the area is known to house some of the best eating hubs of Delhi as well.
1. Prem Di Hatti
Opposite City Square Mall this much-loved street food junction is best known for serving up a delectable portion of chhole bhature. If looking for more try soya chaap and rajma chawal!
2. Atul Chaat Corner
This outlet has a full variety of snacks like tikki, pav bhaji, gol gappe, dahi bhalley, papdi chaat, Faluda Kulfi, etc. One must try Tikki and pav bhaji of this outlet.
3. Imly
The eatery designed like train carriage is a heaven for those guilty of overdosing on gol gappas, or is known to hunt out the best chaat places in the city. Favourites are Rice the Imly Way, Dahi Golgappe Chaat, the classic Banta, and many more.
Connaught place
Vibrant and social! Eateries in Central Delhi are the heart of every foodie. From thandi rabdi to ‘oh so delicious’ chhole kulche CP has the finest street for everyone.
1. Jain Chawal Wale
The small dhaba type outlet serves finger-licking comfort food bursting with flavours and at times, lots of butter. We can’t get enough of their chole bhature and rajma chawal. They also give these delicious chips along with each dish; makes our day!
2. The Lalit Food Truck Company
When dining at this restaurant, you must definitely order Chicken Tacos, Hand Cut Fries, Mudcake, Burgers, Veg Burger, etc even for your hungry guests partying late into the night.
3. Kulcha Junctions
All the kulchas are perfectly made with the right ingredients served along with cholle and imly chutney. If you are looking for authentic punjabi style kulcha straight from the tandoor this place is a must-visit. Easy to locate right behind the Bangla Sahib gurudwara, is a good option for breakfast.
Paharganj
Once considered a hippie haven and seedy backpacker district—is evolving, even middle-class Indians are heading there for its bargain shopping, and budget places to eat and drink. Here’s the pick:
1. Sita Ram Diwan Chand
It serves mouth-watering Chole Bhature, along-with onions, pickle, and green chilies. It tastes delicious and is amazingly flavourful. You can also order online.
2. Multan Moth Bhandar
A perfectly crisp kachori sitting atop gravy of rice, dal, onions, and whole green chili. The Moth Kachoris are super crisp & the gravy is super tasty. This place is also a gem for chole kulche lovers, they serve geela kuchlas which is next-level fabulous.
3. Janta Sweets
Janta Sweets is a small sweets and snacks shop located in Multani Dhanda, Paharganj which is famous for its Dal Samosa and Malpua. Give it a shot for the novelty of trying a different version of samosa.