Food & Shopping

Food & Shopping

Anantapur, located in Rayalaseema, is known for its bold, spicy flavors and rich traditional dishes. The food here is heavily influenced by Andhra cuisine but has its own unique taste due to the use of groundnut oil, dried red chilies, and local spices. Whether you're looking for a spicy non-veg feast, traditional Andhra thalis, or sweet delicacies, Anantapur has something delicious to offer!

1. Must-Try Dishes in Anantapur

 Ragi Sangati & Natu Kodi Pulusu (Finger Millet Balls with Country Chicken Curry)

• The most iconic dish of Rayalaseema, made from ragi (finger millet).
• Served with a spicy country chicken curry (Natu Kodi Pulusu), rich in Andhra spices.

 Best Places: Rayalaseema Ruchulu, Sri Lakshmi Vilas

 Rayalaseema Biryani (Spicy Local Biryani)

• A special biryani made with seeraga samba rice, slow-cooked meat, and fiery spices.
• Unlike Hyderabad biryani, it is spicier and cooked in a dum style.

 Best Places: V Grand Family Restaurant, Hotel Saptagiri

 Gongura Mutton (Sour Leaf Mutton Curry)

• Mutton cooked with Gongura (sorrel leaves), tamarind, and red chilies, giving it a tangy-spicy taste.
• Best eaten with steamed rice or ragi sangati.

 Best Places: Nandini Restaurant, Southern Spice

 Ulava Charu (Horse Gram Soup)

• A thick, protein-rich soup made from horse gram.
• Served with hot rice, ghee, and spicy chutneys.

 Best Places: Andhra Spice, Brindavanam

 Pulihora (Tamarind Rice)

• A traditional Andhra dish, made with tangy tamarind, turmeric, and fried curry leaves.
• Often prepared during festivals and temple feasts.

 Best Places: Sri Durga Bhavan, Haritha Andhra Bhojanam

 Mirchi Bajji (Stuffed Chili Fritters)

• Deep-fried green chilies stuffed with spicy potato mix, served with coconut chutney.
• A popular street snack in Anantapur.

 Best Places: Street vendors near RTC Bus Stand

 Bobbatlu (Sweet Stuffed Flatbread)

• A festive delicacy, sweet roti stuffed with chana dal, jaggery, and cardamom.
• Served with ghee for extra richness.

 Best Places: Babai Sweets, Venkateswara Sweets

2. Best Restaurants in Anantapur

 Rayalaseema Ruchulu (Authentic Andhra Cuisine)