Food & Shopping

Food & Shopping.

Itanagar offers a unique blend of traditional Arunachali, Tibetan, and Northeastern cuisine, along with vibrant local markets where you can shop for handicrafts, textiles, and souvenirs. Here’s a guide to the best places to eat and shop in Itanagar.

 Food in Itanagar

Must-Try Arunachali Dishes:

1. Thukpa – A hearty Tibetan noodle soup with vegetables or meat.
2. Momos – Steamed dumplings filled with meat or veggies, served with spicy chutney.
3. Bamboo Shoot Curry – A traditional dish made with bamboo shoots and meat.
4. Pika Pila – A unique Arunachali pickle made from bamboo shoots and pork fat.
5. Apong (Rice Beer) – A traditional fermented rice beer enjoyed during festivals.
6. Smoked Pork with Bamboo Shoot – A smoky-flavored delicacy, loved by the locals.
7. Chura Sabzi – A dish made with fermented cheese and green leafy vegetables.
8. Zan – A millet-based porridge popular among the Monpa tribe.
9. Laksa – A spicy noodle soup influenced by Southeast Asian flavors.
10. Ngatok – A fish stew cooked with local herbs and spices.

Best Restaurants & Eateries in Itanagar

1️ Hotel Arunachal

• Famous for traditional Arunachali dishes like bamboo shoot curry and smoked pork.
• Must Try: Smoked pork, rice beer, and thukpa.

 Location: Ganga Market, Itanagar

2️ The Woodpecker’s Nest