When it comes to street food nothing can beat Indore. This place undoubtedly, is rightly called ‘the street food capital of India.’ Right from poha- jalebi to namkeens, from chaat to sweets and amazing main courses, this city serves them all. This is the perfect destination for any foodie and if you don’t fall in this category then you are sure to get trapped in the wide arena of food as soon as you land here.
Below, we have tried to list down some eateries in Indore which serves the best food which you must visit once in your life time.
So, let’s go food hopping!
Well, lets wait until this whole pandemic thing is over.
- Poha Jalebi at Prashant : Start the day with the most amazing and healthy breakfast
Poha can be called as the basic necessity of Indoris after roti, kapda aur makaan. You are sure to find Poha at every nook and corner of Indore. It is their most preferred breakfast. What Vada Pav is to the Mumbaikars, poha is the same to the Indoris. Prashant Nashta Corner, serves the best poha in Indore and you will find hordes of people eating their favorite breakfast just before stepping in to their workplace or classroom. The Poha here is just delicious and unbeatable. Serving its customers since 1949, this place is a must visit. They also offer Sabudana Khichdi and other south Indian snacks and sweets.
Where: They have their branches at Rajwada, Anand Bazaar and Jail Road.
Specialty: Usal Poha
Value for money: Breakfast at Rs. 100 for two people
- Dahi Vada at Joshi’s –Experience the burst of flavor
This place is very popular and you will have to wait for your turn to taste this super amazing soft balls dipped in an ocean of curd and mixed with a variety of mouth watering chutneys and spices. Situated at Sarafa Bazaar, the way in which Joshi Ji, the owner of the outlet prepares the Dahi Vada is very unique. Do request him to showcase his skills next time you pay a visit.
Where: Rajwada, Bada Sarafa
Specialty: Dahi Vada
Value for money: Approximately Rs. 100 per person
- Aloo Ki Kachori at Lal Balti, Jail Road –They are super awesome and super crispy
Lal Balti ki kachori is very popular and a must try. You are going to forget about all other kachoris once you taste this dish here. The Kachori here is served with green chutney and its tastes amazing. Beware-the green chutney is super hot, so be careful. But the Kachori tastes best with the chutney. Kachori at GSITS is also a must try. It is popularly called as the engineer’s kachoris as GSITS is a very famous engineering college in Indore.
Where: Jail Road, Indore
Specialty: Aloo kachori and Khasta Kachori
Value for money: Approximately Rs. 50 per person
- The most unique, yet simple Garadu
Garadu is a seasonal root which is found in central India and the Indoris are very fond of this. These roots are cleaned, fried and served along with spices, lemon juice and coriander leaves. It tastes somewhat like aloo or arbi, but the spices and lemon juice makes all the difference. Garadu is a real treat and tastes better when served hot.
A must try!
Where: Sarafa, Indore
Specialty: Tastes best when mixed with spices and lemon juice.
Value for money: Approximately Rs. 50 per person
- Khopra Petis at Vijay Chaat House, Sarafa
Vijay Chaat House is a very popular joint in Sarafa and they are credited in serving the authentic khopra patties, which is their USP. These cute deep fried balls are nothing but potato patties with coconut stuffing. The magic is in the spices along with the chutneys which make it mouth watering. Batala Kachori, Khaman, samosa are a few other delicacies which you can try here.
Where: Sarafa, Indore
Specialty: Khopra Patties
Value for money: Rs. 100 for two people
- Bhutte Ka Kees at Saawariya, Sarafa – You might not have tried this anywhere else in India?
This special Indori food is nothing but grated corn cooked along with milk, fresh coconut and other condiments and has got a consistency of halwa.
A drool worthy unique dish, right?
Where: Saawariya and Joshi’s at Sarafa, Indore
Value for money: Rs. 100 for two people
- Nagori ki Shikanji at Sarafa -A typical shikanji which everybody likes to gulp down happily!
When it comes to Shikanji there is just one name which comes to mind- Nagori Ki Shahi Shikanji. Shikanji is one of its signature dish which is very popular with the locals. Made up of shrikhand and rabri, this shikanji is loaded with kesar ,elaichi and sugar. One glass of this creamy, thick shikanji is sure to make you full. Reach the shop before 2 in the afternoon, they make limited shikanjis and be prepared to queue up to taste this authentic drink from Indore. They also serve fariyal sweets and Aam Paak
Where: Sarafa, Indore
Specialty: Shikanji
Value for money: Rs. 50 per glass
- The unbeatable Lassi at Heera
This chilled lassi is a must try at Indore. The rich and creamy texture is sure to make you drool. They also serve falooda which is again a hit.
Where: Heera Lassi, M. G Road,Indore
Specialty: Lassi
Value for money: Rs. 100 for two people
- Johny Hot Dog –This one has got a limited menu but the taste is unlimited
The name itself is so classy that anyone would like to go and visit the place. This small outlet at Chhappan is highly recommended for its hot dog (veg and non veg) and Egg Banjo (egg bhurji stuffed inside a pav). This limited menu is enough to make you drool with its unbeatable taste.
Where: Johny Hot Dog, Chhappan Dukaan, New Palasia, Indore
Specialty: Egg Banjo
Value for money: Rs. 100 for two people
- Ice candies at Monica Galaxy- How about some ice cream with friends and family?
A must try place for all the ice cream lovers. They serve variety of ice creams, faloodas, kulfis and ice candies, shakes, sundaes and juices.
Where: Monica Galaxy, M G Road
Specialty: Ice candies and sundaes
Value for money: Rs. 100 per person
- Sam’s Momos-The pretty dumplings
They serve the city’s best momos and you will find a throng of people in the evening waiting to taste the beautiful dumplings.
Where: Sam Momos, at Chhappan and Manik Baug
Specialty: Momos
Value for money: Rs. 100 per person
- Idli Sambar at Ramesh Madrashi- The road side stall
This fast food joint serves the best south Indian snacks in Indore. A small road side stall, this place is often visited by students and others for the quality food it serves. They have a live counter where you can see your idlis and ,dosas being prepared in front of your eyes.
Where: Ramesh Madrashi, Joshi Gali
Specialty: Idli and Dosa
Value for money: Rs. 50 per person
- Namkeens- Every Indoris favorite snack
Namkeens are a must for Indoris. It’s like a staple food there. The people there just can’t do without namkeens. Even when they travel to other states or countries you are sure to find them gorging on namkeens. You get wide varieties of namkeens in Indore and you are sure to confuse which one to buy. The way they are displayed inside glass enclosure is sure to drive you crazy. You must not miss the Indori khatta-meetha namkeem which is a must try amongst other varieties.
Where: Aakash ke namkeen, Sapna Sangeeta Road, apna
Specialty: Sev, Bhujiya
Value for money: Rs. 100 per person
- Dal Bafla at Rajhans- The wholesome meal
The dal bafla at Rajhans is a must try in Indore. In fact this place just serves two dishes- Dal Bafla and Dal Bafla Thali. The super soft baflas served along with dollops of ghee and spicy dal is so heavy that it is sure to make you skip your two meals. If you are super hungry than you must go for the thali which is again super delicious and value for money. But wait, before you head towards Raj Hans be sure to hit the gym the next day.
Where: Rajhans
Specialty: Dal Bafla
Value for money: Rs. 500 for two people
- Sapna Sandwich- The sandwich bar which can beat your hunger
This outlet is rightly called as Sapna Sandwich Bar with regards to the wide varieties of the awesome sandwiches available here. This place is a hit with the locals as well as the student’s community who come here to relish the amazing varieties of sandwiches. From raspberry to chocolates, you name it and they have it.
Where: Sapna Sandwich
Specialty: Special Malai Club Sandwich and Cheese Sandwich
Value for money: Rs. 100 per person
- Continental Parantha at Parantha on Wheels D’ Café- Parantha’s with a twist
This café at Anand Bazaar, near Shree Nagar crossing offers the widest varieties of paranthas in Indore. Chef Nishant, the head cook here is an expert when it comes to serving the widest range of paranthas.
Where: Parantha on Wheels D’ Cafe
Specialty: Russian Cheese Parantha and Grilled Fish Parantha
Value for money: Rs. 100 per person
- Rau Ki Kachori-The super spicy one!
Although kachoris are available in every nook and corner of Indore but only a few of the outlets serves the best which will keep you coming back for more. Rau ki kachori is one of them. This is a must visit, if you still haven’t eaten the crispy kachoris with a twist. The way they serve the kachoris- cracking the top and pouring their secret chutneys all over it, just the way pani puri is served is worth a try.
Where: Baba Kachori, Rau Square
Specialty: Urad Dal Kachori
Value for money: Rs. 50 per person
- Sheetal Kulfi and Gazak- One of the best kulfi in Indore
In case you are a kulfi lover then this is the place for you. They serve some amazing flavored kulfis and is an established name in Indore since many years. You also get rabdi, lassi and kesariya milk here. If you are health conscious then don’t worry they serve diet kulfi as well. Apart from kulfi, you also get gazaks. This soft, flaky sweet just melts in the mouth in no time.
Where: Sheetal Kulfi and gazak near regal spquare, M G Road, Indore
Specialty: Kulfi and Gazak
Value for money: Rs. 100 per person
- Masala Thumbs Up-This will help you wash down all those foods which you had just gulped down
Yes, you read it right- Masala Thumbs-Up is another sensational drink found in Indore. I doubt you get it anywhere else. It’s good to wash down all the amazing delicacies with this drink.
Where: Indorilal, Old Palasia
Specialty: Masala thumbs-up
Value for money: Rs. 100 per person
- 56 dukaan- The perfect street food destination!
Chappan, a very popular spot in Indore gets the most number of visitors. This place has got a chain of 56 shops all of them dedicatedly serving their loyal customers with their favorite dish. From chaats to pani puri to sweets to sarson ka saag and makke ki roti to ice-cream to shikanji, you will find everything here.
Where: Palasia
Specialty: Chaats, shikanji
Value for money: Aproximately 100 per person
- Sarafa- The only night food market in India!
When people all over India prepares to sleep the Indoris head towards Sarafa to have a feast. Yes, this place tucked quietly in Rajwada sells jewelries during the day and as soon as the shops shuts down it turns into a night food market. The perfect place for the foodies, the air here is full of the rich aroma of freshly fried kachoris, gulab jamuns, samosa, malpuas and other mouth watering delicacies. A must visit place for all the foodies.
Disclaimer: Come here only when you are hungry. You will be tempted to taste the varieties of delicacies available here.
Where: Rajwada
Specialty: Chaats, shikanji,gulab jamuns, kachoris, malpua,hot dog
Value for money: Approximately 100 per person - Apna Sweets- For all your sweet cravings
You got a sweet tooth and you forgot to eat anything sweet after having all those spicy stuff? Well fret not, head towards Apna Sweets. This place sells some awesome sweets and is a must visit in Indore.
Where: Vijay Nagar
Specialty: Pastries
Value for money: Approximately 100 per person
- The Malpuas and Gulab Jamuns at Sarafa- For all the Sweet-Toothers!
Sarafa has got the most amazing sweets. You just can’t afford to miss the gulab jamuns and malpuas there.
Where: Sarafa
Value for money: Approximately 50 per person
- Gurukripa- For the best budget dining experience
We could not wrap up this blog without mentioning Gurukripa. Anyone who might have visited this place will know the importance of waiting for their turn to get a table here. Yes, this place is fully packed almost every day just because the food here is delicious and affordable. After tasting the food you will not regret the waiting time.
Where: Near Sarwate Bus Stand
Specialty: Thali, Paneer dishes, veg lollipop
Value for money: Approximately 300 for two people
- Sagar JuiceCentre- The energy drinks which will keep you going!
Indore serves the best juices apart from all the fried stuff. So, there is something good for the health conscious as well.
Where: Navrang Plaza, Sapna Sangeeta Road
Specialty: Seasonal juices and dry fruit milk shakes
Value for money: Approximately 100 per person
- Laxminarayan Doodhwaala-Love milk? You must come here then
If you have had enough food already then why not taste some milk? Yes, Laxminarayan Doodhwaala offers the best Kesar Milk in Indore.
Where: Laxminarayan Doodhwaala
Specialty: Kesar Doodh with malai
Value for money: Approximately 50 per person
- Paan at Parshwanath Paan Sadan- The perfect way to swap up the
Pic Coutesy: Piyush Saxena
People at Indore love munching paan and this is a must visit for all those you would love to try this awesome Indian delicacy. The paan here is quite huge with mouth watering stuffing, be careful while you stuff this colorful beauty inside your mouth.
Where: Parshwanath Paan Sadan
Specialty: Lucknowi paan, Banarsi paan, Meetha paan
Value for money: Approximately 50 per person
The list can go on and on, it’s basically endless. We don’t think you need more reasons to believe that Indore is rightly called as the street food capital of India. Do share your views if you have visited any of these outlets or would want to add something to the list. Let’s keep counting and eating.
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