Cuisine & Must Try Dishes

A Paradise for Food Lovers

Delhi is a food lover’s dream, offering a mix of iconic street food, Mughlai delicacies, North Indian classics, and modern fusion cuisine. From spicy chaats to buttery parathas and sizzling kebabs, Delhi’s food culture is unmatched.

Here are the must-try local dishes in Delhi and where to find them:

1. Parathas – The King of Delhi Breakfast

 Where to Try: Paranthe Wali Gali, Chandni Chowk
 Cost: ₹50 – ₹150 per paratha

A hot, crispy, stuffed paratha served with pickle, curd, and butter is a Delhi specialty. Try unique fillings like potato, paneer, radish, and even rabri (sweet filling).

✔ Must-Try: Aloo Paratha, Paneer Paratha, Rabri Paratha

2. Chole Bhature – Delhi’s Ultimate Comfort Food

 Where to Try: Sita Ram Diwan Chand (Paharganj), Chache Di Hatti (Kamla Nagar)
 Cost: ₹80 – ₹150 per plate

A fluffy, deep-fried bhatura paired with spicy, flavorful chole is one of Delhi’s most iconic dishes. Often served with pickled onions and green chilies.

✔ Best with: A glass of chilled lassi or sweet lassi.

3. Golgappa (Pani Puri) – A Burst of Flavors

 Where to Try: Vaishno Chaat Bhandar (Kamla Nagar), Prince Chaat Corner (Greater Kailash)
 Cost: ₹30 – ₹80 per plate

Crispy puris filled with spicy, tangy water, mashed potatoes, and chickpeas make for an irresistible street snack.

✔ Varieties: Spicy Pani Puri, Sweet Meetha Pani, Suji Puri

4. Aloo Tikki – A Crispy & Spicy Delight

 Where to Try: Natraj Chaat (Chandni Chowk), Bittu Tikki Wala (Karol Bagh)
 Cost: ₹50 – ₹120 per plate

Deep-fried potato patties served with yogurt, chutneys, and pomegranate seeds create a mouthwatering balance of spicy, tangy, and sweet flavors.

✔ Must-Try: Aloo Tikki with Tamarind Chutney

5. Kebab & Rolls – Delhi’s Mughlai Legacy

 Where to Try: Karim’s (Jama Masjid), Alkauser (RK Puram), Qureshi Kebab Corner (Chandni Chowk)
 Cost: ₹100 – ₹300 per plate

Delhi’s kebabs are grilled to perfection, offering juicy and flavorful bites. Pair them with roomali roti or stuffed parathas.

✔ Must-Try: Seekh Kebab, Chicken Malai Tikka, Mutton Kakori Kebab

6. Butter Chicken – The Dish That Defined Indian Cuisine

 Where to Try: Moti Mahal (Daryaganj), Gulati Restaurant (Pandara Road)
 Cost: ₹400 – ₹800 per plate

Invented in Delhi, Butter Chicken is a creamy, buttery, tomato-based curry best enjoyed with naan or rice.

✔ Best Pairing: Garlic Naan & Lassi

7. Nihari – The Royal Mughlai Stew

 Where to Try: Karim’s (Jama Masjid), Kallu Nihari (Daryaganj)
 Cost: ₹200 – ₹400 per plate

A slow-cooked mutton stew, rich in spices and flavor, traditionally eaten for breakfast with soft khamiri rotis.

✔ Best For: Winter mornings & food lovers

8. Momos – Delhi’s Favorite Street Snack

 Where to Try: Dolma Aunty Momos (Lajpat Nagar), Hunger Strike (Amar Colony)
 Cost: ₹50 – ₹150 per plate

Delhi has given Tibetan momos a spicy Indian twist, with tandoori and fried variations served with fiery red chutney.

✔ Must-Try: Tandoori Momos, Steamed Chicken Momos

9. Daulat Ki Chaat – Delhi’s Sweet Winter Secret

 Where to Try: Chandni Chowk (Winter Season Only)
 Cost: ₹50 – ₹100 per bowl

A rare and delicate dessert, made from churned milk, saffron, and dry fruits, available only in winter.

✔ Why Try It? It melts in your mouth like flavored air!

10. Rabri Falooda – A Royal Dessert

 Where to Try: Giani’s Di Hatti (Chandni Chowk)
 Cost: ₹100 – ₹250 per glass

A rich, creamy dessert with sweet rabri, falooda noodles, and rose syrup, best enjoyed chilled.

✔ Must-Try: Kesar Rabri Falooda

11. Street-Style Kulfi – Delhi’s Classic Frozen Dessert

 Where to Try: Roshan Di Kulfi (Karol Bagh), Kuremal Kulfi Wale (Chawri Bazar)
 Cost: ₹60 – ₹150 per piece

Kulfi in Delhi is available in unique flavors like mango, paan, and jamun. Some places also offer stuffed kulfi inside real fruits.

✔ Must-Try: Mango Stuffed Kulfi, Paan Kulfi

12. Bedmi Puri with Aloo Sabzi – A Hearty Breakfast Dish

 Where to Try: Shyam Sweets (Chandni Chowk), Shiv Misthan Bhandar (Paharganj)
 Cost: ₹50 – ₹120 per plate

A classic Delhi breakfast dish, featuring crispy bedmi puris stuffed with lentils, served with spicy aloo sabzi and pickles.

✔ Best With: A glass of Lassi

Bonus: Must-Try Drinks in Delhi

✔ Masala Chai – Enjoy at any local tea stall or Chaayos (CP).
✔ Lassi (Sweet or Salted) – Best at Amritsari Lassi Wala (Paharganj).
✔ Sugarcane Juice – Refreshing drink available across Delhi’s streets.
✔ Banta Soda (Lemon Soda) – Iconic Delhi summer drink!

Why is Delhi’s Food Scene Special?

✅ A mix of history & flavor – Delhi’s food has evolved over centuries, influenced by Mughals, Punjabis, Tibetans, and street vendors.
✅ Perfect for all budgets – Whether you love street food or fine dining, Delhi has something for everyone.
✅ A must-visit for foodies – From spicy chaat to rich Mughlai dishes, every bite in Delhi tells a story.

So, get ready to eat your way through Delhi!