Food & Shopping

Food & Shopping

Rewa is not only known for its royal heritage and white tigers but also for its flavorful street food, traditional sweets, and vibrant local markets. Whether you’re strolling through the city or exploring nearby attractions, don’t miss the chance to taste authentic Bundeli-Bagheli flavors and pick up local specialties.

 Must-Try Food in Rewa

 1. Poha–Jalebi (Classic MP Breakfast)

• Light, spiced flattened rice topped with sev, paired with crispy jalebi.
   Try at:
  ✔️ Sharma Poha Bhandar, Station Road
  ✔️ Pushpak Chaat Corner, Gurh Naka

 2. Kachori, Samosa & Chaat

• Served hot with tangy tamarind and green chutneys.
• Often paired with masala chai in the evening.
   Best stalls:
  ✔️ Agarwal Namkeen, Civil Lines
  ✔️ Sharma Kachori Bhandar, Rani Talab Road

 3. Rewa ke Pede (Famous Local Sweet)

• Soft, rich, and grainy milk-based sweet, often gifted during festivals.
   Where to get it:
  ✔️ Gulab Sweets, Gurh Road
  ✔️ Raja Ram Mishthan Bhandar, Station Road

 4. Imarti & Laddoo

• Imarti: Syrupy sweet made with urad dal, deeper in flavor than jalebi.
• Boondi laddoo: A festive favorite across Rewa.
   Visit:
  ✔️ Rathore Sweets or Brijwasi Sweets, Rewa City

 5. Bundelkhandi Thali (Traditional Meal)

• Local-style meal with:
  ✅ Baigan bharta
  ✅ Kadhi
  ✅ Desi ghee roti
  ✅ Rice, dal, achar, papad
   Found at:
  ✔️ MP Tourism Cafeteria, Rewa Fort
  ✔️ Local dhabas near Bus Stand or Govindgarh Road

 What to Buy in Rewa

 1. Rewa Peda & Local Sweets (Take-Home Treats)

• Sweet boxes are ideal for gifting or train journeys.
• Also try coconut barfi, besan laddoo, and seasonal sweets.
   Buy from:
  ✔️ Gulab, Raja Ram, or Khandelwal Sweets

 2. Religious Items & Pooja Samagri

• Near temples, you’ll find:
  ✅ Incense sticks
  ✅ Brass diyas and idols
  ✅ Rudraksha malas and framed deity prints
   Visit:
  ✔️ Markets around Rani Talab, Kali Mandir, or Station Road

 3. Textiles & Traditional Clothing

• Light cotton sarees, printed salwar suits, and dupattas with local embroidery.
• Great for daily wear or gifting.
   Shops in:
  ✔️ Sanjay Gandhi Market
  ✔️ Nehru Market near Gurh Naka

 4. Local Handicrafts & Toys

• Handmade wooden toys, decorative pots, and locally-made household items.
• Best bought during Rewa Mahotsav or temple melas.

 Top Shopping Areas in Rewa

✅ Food & Shopping Tips

✔️ Visit sweets shops in the evening for fresh stock
✔️ Carry small cash/change – not all vendors use UPI
✔️ Taste sev, namkeen, and peda before buying
✔️ If visiting during festivals, expect street stalls and temporary markets everywhere!
✔️ For best deals on fabrics, visit Sanjay Gandhi Market in the morning