Food & Shopping

Food & Shopping

Kolhapur is a paradise for food lovers and shopaholics alike. The city is famous for its fiery cuisine, handcrafted Kolhapuri chappals, and traditional jewelry and sarees. Here's your complete guide to indulging in the flavors and finds of Kolhapur.

 Must-Try Foods in Kolhapur

 1. Kolhapuri Tambada & Pandhara Rassa

• Tambada Rassa: Spicy red mutton curry
• Pandhara Rassa: White, mildly spicy coconut-milk-based gravy
• Usually served with mutton thali or chicken thali

 Best Places to Try:
✔️ Dehaati Restaurant
✔️ Hotel Parakh
✔️ Hotel Opal (famous for non-veg thalis)

 2. Kolhapuri Misal Pav

• A fiery mix of sprouts, tarri (spicy gravy), farsan, and onions served with pav
• Topped with curd and lemon for balance

 Must-Visit Spots:
✔️ Phadatare Misal (Rankala)
✔️ Aware Misal (Shivaji Peth)
✔️ Khasbag Misal

 Warning: Misal in Kolhapur is seriously spicy – ask for medium if needed!

 3. Bhakri & Thecha Combo

• Jowar or bajra bhakri (flatbread) with green chili thecha (chutney)
• Often served with pithla (gram flour curry) – a rural Maharashtrian delight

 Try it at:
✔️ Gavran Thali eateries around Rankala or New Palace area