Categories: Food & Drink

30 Things To Eat Before You Die In Delhi

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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