7 Insane Street Food Joints You Absolutely Need To Try In Central Delhi

We think what we all have missed most during this corona lockdown, and subsequent unlocks, were our regular trips to the street food shops. The thele ki chaat and gali ke gulab jamun just taste infinitely better than the ones we order at home, don’t they? Delhi is home to an amazing street food scene and to help you scour the best places, we’ve prepared this list of joints located in Central Delhi that you just can’t afford to skip out on, so scroll on! 

1. Fateh Ki Kachori 

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This show-stopping shop has been a local’s favourite in the city for many years now and we don’t know if it’s the tangy chutney, the thin and crispy kachoris, or the perfect spicy combination of both that keeps everyone coming back for more. Whatever the reason, Fateh Chand Ki Kachori is pure breakfast goals that cannot be missed! So head over with the gang and partake in a food feast like none other! 

Where | Fateh Ki Kachori - Opposite St. Xavier School, Civil Lines
Timings | 11 Am - 4 PM
Call Them | +91 8860 420 011
Meal For Two | Rs 100

2. Roshan Di Kulfi 

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While Roshan’s has an extensive street food menu consisting of delicacies such as Chole Bhature, Aloo Tikki, Gulab Jamun and more, we will take our space to only talk about their most iconic dish - the Kulfi Faluda. While the unintroduced may not think of kulfi to be as complex, but we Delhiites know the value of a truly good Kesar Pista Kulfi served with the loopiest faluda and the zestiest rose syrup and there is no place we’d rather go for the best cold kulfi kick. 

Where | Roshan Di Kulfi - 2816, Block 34P, Ajmal Khan Road, Karol Bagh
Timings | +91 11 2872 4230
Call Them | 8 AM - 9 PM
Meal For Two | Rs 500

3. Sita Ram Diwan Chand 

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Let’s be honest, Chole Bhature is every Dilliwaala’s absolute favourite food group. It runs in our blood and is the item we miss the most staying away from Delhi. While a lot of high-class places do very dignified, less spicy versions of chole bhature, our simple hearts crave the spices and flavours of the streets and no one satiates this craving better than Sita Ram Diwan Chand. Their Chole Bhature is a cult favourite and paired with a glass of their sweet Lassi on the side, we have with us an uber satisfying meal!

Where | Sita Ram Diwan Chand - 2246, Near Imperial Cinema, Paharganj
Timings | 8 AM - 5:30 PM
Call Them | +91 11 2358 7380
Meal For Two | Rs 250

4. Jain Chawal Wale

Jain Chawal Wale is located in the heart of Delhi and has been acting as a life saviour to many college students in this part of town. It’s popular for its mouth-wateringly good North Indian food and they offer a variety of dishes like their extremely sought after Rajma Chawal, Shahi Paneer Chawal, Soya Masala, Kadhi Chawal, Tawa Paratha and the likes. Treating our taste buds to a melange of taste buds, grab your share of yumminess from here!

Where | Jain Chawal Wale - Block P, CP
Timings | 5 - 12:30 AM
Call Them | +91 9911 177 118
Meal For Two | Rs 250

5. Shri Bankey Bihari Samose Wale 

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We Delhiites are a sucker for desi snacks and when we have a milieu of delish options like kachori, samosas or even gulab jamun to choose from, we’d sooner make a beeline out of those posh restaurants and go out and devour all we can eat from the street-side stalls. And, Shri Bankey Bihari Samose Wale is one such place where we can let our inner bhukkads lose and wolf down our favourite desi snack - chole samosa! So head over soon and experience sinful flavours, right here! 

Where | Shri Bankey Bihari Samose Wale - 3176, Sangatrashan, Paharganj
Timings | 8 AM - 12 Midnight
Call Them | +91 9811 271 882
Meal for Two | Rs 100

6. Odeon Shukla Paan Palace 

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Paan at Odeon isn't a dish, in Delhi, it is tradition. No matter where you eat your meal, following it up with a serving of paan is a rite of passage for Delhiites and their preferred joint for this is always only and only Odeon. Gear up and make way as Shukla Ji and his boys expertly insert a flaming, (quite literally) straight in your mouth, ‘cause you’re in for a fun experience for sure! 

Where | Odeon Shukla Paan Palace - D Block, Connaught Place
Timings | 10:30 AM - 10 PM
Call Them | +91 9718 738 208
Meal For Two | Rs 200

7. Depaul’s

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Are you truly an Indian if this picture of some soft, fluffy and enticing momos didn't have you drooling all over your screen? We Dilliwallas especially love all things momos, coffee, and a trip to Janpath is incomplete without stuffing our faces with these fluffy delights from Depaul’s. They’re also known for their incredibly refreshing Hazelnut Cold Coffee, which is heavenly even during the cold months, and Paneer Ball. Go and grab your share from here, and thank us later!

Where | Depaul’s - 22, Janpath Bhawan, Janpath
Timings | 9 AM - 7:30 PM
Call Them | +91 11 2332 8214
Meal For Two | Rs 200

We propose taking your car, loading it up with a few friends, and planning a drive around to cover all these places in one day for a wholesome day of foodie fun!