Delhi is the capital of India and along with that, there’s so much more to the city that can’t even be described with the mere use of words. Yes, it’s true. Ask anyone and you’ll understand what we’re trying to say.
Along with having a rich cultural history and architectural wonders that can take anyone’s breath away. Delhi is also famous for its food and history related to it. There’s a reason why Delhi is also known as the food capital of India, because of how readily good food is available to people in this city.
From authentic Mughlai to authentic Chinese, one can taste almost everything they want, over here.
However, that’s not all we will be talking about today. There are certain joints in Delhi that have existed for more than hundreds of years and are a staple in almost every Delhiites food walk. These joints offer some of the best food in the world and there’s absolutely nothing that can even be compared to them.
We have compiled 30 things that one needs to eat in Delhi before they take their last breaths in the city. They’re so good and so delicious, plus with them, you’ll be eating a part of Delhi and its culture. Nothing can actually top that. Check them all out here:
1. Dahi Bhalla at Natraj Cafe
Natraj Cafe’s Dahi Bhalla is world famous, quite literally.
Where: 1396, Main Road Near Central Bank, Opposite, Paranthe Wali Gali, Kucha Mahajani, Chandni Chowk
Price: Rs 50 per plate
Timings: 11:30 am to 9 pm
2. Momos at Dolma Aunty, Lajpat Nagar
There are no momos like Dolma Aunty’s momos.
Where: Alankar Cinema Road, Block A Lajpat Nagar II
Price: Rs 40
Timings: 12 pm to 8:30 pm
3. Choley Bhature at Sitaram Diwan Chand
By now, Choley Bhature should be named the official cuisine of Delhi.
Where: 2243, Rajguru Marg, Chuna Mandi, Paharganj
Price: Rs 70 per plate
Timings: 8 am to 6 pm
4. Kakori Kebab at Alkauser
Getting their kebabs before them being sold out is a struggle in itself.
Where: 30, Vasant Place Market, Near Malai Temple, R K Puram, New Delhi
Price: Rs 160
Timings: 12 pm to 4 pm, 7 pm to 11 pm (7 pm to 11 pm on Tuesday)
5. Aloo Pyaz Parantha at Moolchand Paranthe
Delhi loves paranthas more than themselves and that’s the fact we all live by.
Where: Shop No – 4-5-6, Moolchand Metro Station, Lajpat Nagar 4
Price: Rs 45
Timings: 9 am to 11:30 pm
6. Mutton Korma at Karim’s
Visiting Karim’s for their Mutton Korma is like visiting a crucial part of history for the most authentic Mughlai food possible.
Where: Jama Masjid, Gali Kababian, Old Delhi
Price: Rs 320
Timings: 9 am to 12 am
7. Tandoori Momos at Hunger Strike
The tandoori momos over here would make you forget about any other kind of momos you have ever had in your life. They’re that good.
Where: C-9, Amar Colony Market, Lajpat Nagar 4
Price: Rs 110
Timings: 12 pm to 11 pm
8. Chicken Shawarma at Al-Bake
This is the place that made the entire Delhi fall in love with Shawarma.
Where: 21-23, Community Center, Block A, Ashok Vihar, New Friends Colony
Price: Rs 120++
Timings: 12 pm to 11 pm
9. Chicken Curry at Kake da Hotel
Kake Da Hotel is more than 70 years old and their chicken curry is something to die for.
Where: 67, Municipal Market, Connaught Circle, Connaught Place
Price: Rs 190++
Timings: 12 noon to 12 midnight
10. Coffee at United Coffee House
Sometimes, trying the most basic thing in town is amazing too.
Where: E-15, Connaught Place, New Delhi
Price: Rs 120++
Timings: 9:30 am to 12 midnight
11. Fish Fry at Ganesh Pakodewala
Watching him make the fish fry is nothing short of a lifetime experience because the man behind the kadhai gets the fried fish out with his bare hands.
Where: 2298, Gurudwara Road Chowk, Karol Bagh, New Delhi
Price: Rs 325 (250gms)
Timings: 4 pm to 11 pm
12. Butter Chicken at Moti Mahal
The now iconic Butter Chicken was invented in the kitchen of Moti Mahal (or at least they claim so).
Where: 3703, Netaji Subhash Marg, Daryaganj
Price: Rs 600++
Timings: 12 noon to 12 midnight
13. Butterscotch Milk at Shakes Square (aka Keventers. CP)
Keventers started from here and now they’re everywhere.
Where: A-17, Inner Circle, Connaught Place
Price: Rs 80
Timings: 10 am to 11:30 pm
14. Aloo Kachori at Hanuman Mandir, CP
A snack we can eat at any time of the day.
Where: Hanuman Mandir, Street Number 1, Prem Nagar, Connaught Place
Price: Rs 30
Timings: 10 am to 9 pm
15. Raj Kachori at Haldirams
Haldirams’ is famous for their Raj Kachori and we’re not at all complaining.
Where: Multiple outlets across the city
Price: Rs 98++
16. Masala Dosa at Sarvana Bhawan
There’s a huge variety of dosas at Sarvana Bhawan and they’re amazing.
Where: P-13, Connaught Circus, Connaught Place
Price: Rs 130++
Timings: 8 am to 11 pm
17. Cold Coffee at Depaul’s
Depaul’s cold coffee can any day beat the one from CCD.
Where: 22, Janpath Bhawan, Janpath
Price: Rs 50
Timings: 9 am to 7:30 pm
18. Rajma Chawal at Jain Chawal Wale
Rajma Chawal is loved by everyone and everyone loves Jain Chawal Wale’s rajma chawal.
Where: P-1/190, Connaught Circus, Connaught Place
Price: Rs 70
Timings: 5:30 am to 12:30 am
19. Chocolate Paan at Prince Paan
This is a paan for life.
Where: 29/5, M Block, GK – I Market
Price: Rs 50
Timings: 10 am to 10 pm
20. Kulfi At Moets
You won’t be able to have just one.
Where: 50, Defence Colony Market, Defence Colony
Price: Rs 100
Timings: 12 noon to 12 midnight
21. Thukpa at Majnu Ka Tila
Majnu ka Tila and Thukpa, a combination like no other.
Where: Tibetan Refugee Market, Majnu Ka Tila.
Price: Rs 80 – 120
22. Fruit Beer at Delhi Haat
There’s nothing more amazing than Delhi Haat’s fruit beer.
Where: Delhi Haat, INA
Price: Rs 50 – 70
Timings: 11 am to 10 pm
23. Fruit Sandwich at Jain Coffee House
The Jain Coffee House is operating since 1948 and it serves the best fruit sandwich one can think of, even in their dreams.
Where: Jain Coffee House, 4013, Raghuganj, Near PNB ATM, Chawri Bazar
Price: Rs 50
Timings: 10 am to 9 pm (Sunday closed)
24. Masala Maggi at Tom Uncle’s Maggi
Tom Uncle’s Maggi serves more than 50 *freaking* types of maggies. Is there anything more that you would want to know?
Where: Near Ramjas College, Maurice Nagar Chowk, North Campus, Delhi University-GTB Nagar
Price: Rs 40
Timings: 10 am to 10 pm
25. Nahari at Kalu Nihari
Nahari is a breakfast staple for many on weekends.
Where: 180, Chhatta Lal Mian, Behind Delite Cinema, Daryaganj, New Delhi
Price: Rs 80 per plate
Timings: 6 am to 10 pm
26. Kathi Roll at Nizam’s Kathi Kabab
Kathi Rolls have grown to be loved and devoured by people all over Delhi, and one from Nizam’s is a must-have.
Where: H-5/6, Plaza Building, Connaught Place
Price: Rs 220
Timings: 11:30 am to 11 pm
27. Chuski at India Gate
Visiting India Gate after hours is just one of many things that any Delhiite swears by.
Where: India Gate, New Delhi
Price: Rs 30
Timings: Open 24 hrs
28. Ram Ladoo in Central Market
Ram Ladoo is a staple for the people of Delhi and you just need to try this.
Where: Multiple spots in Central Market, Lajpat Nagar
Price: Rs 40
Timings: 11 am to 7 pm
29. Chicken Jahangiri at Al Jawahar
One just can’t find a chicken jahangiri much better than what is served at Al Jawahar. Situated right at the entrance of food paradise, this indeed is a place you need to visit at least once.
Where: No.8, Jama Masjid Matia Mahal Road, Matia Mahal
Price: Rs 230 for Half Plate
Timings: 7 am to 1 am
30. Butter Chicken at Aslam’s Chicken Corner
You need to visit the place if you want your chicken to be immensely flipped in loads and loads of butter and spices.
Where: Jama Masjid, New Delhi
Price: Rs 200
Timings: 4 pm to 12.30 pm
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