25 Absolutely Insane Street Food You've Got To Try In Purani Dilli

The tale of Old Delhi’s street food is like an evergreen novel - we constantly keep moving back in time and continue to discover what all these needle-thin, crowded alleyways have to offer! Going with the flow, we took a streetside stroll in the old soul of the city, and have culled out a list of all the precious, tantalizing dishes you can gobble down here!

1. Bulletproof Coffee @ Shehdad Bhaiya’s Stall

Tucked away in the narrow lanes of Chitli Qabar Chowk, a humble stall runs its own beverage culture, in a word - Bulletproof Coffee! This unique beverage is basically rich coffee perfectly blended with butter. Yes, it sounds a bit gross, but tastes heavenly, just like a mild caramel drink! 

Price | Rs 70 Per Cup
Where | Shehdad Bhaiya’s Stall - Chitli Qabar Chowk, Jama Masjid

2. Bhalle Papdi @ Ashok Chaat Corner

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Happily feeding Delhi’s chaat lovers for more than four decades, Ashok Chaat Corner serves the kind of chaat you'd crave for over and over again. Their Bhalle Papdi is the epitome of spicy, delicious street food. So the next time when you want to channel your chaat cravings, you know where to head!

Price | Rs 50 Per Plate
Where | Ashok Chaat Corner - Shop 3488, Chowk Hauz Qazi, Near Chawri Bazar

3. Chole Palak Chawal @ Gole Hatti 

Serving the best chole chawal in town (no kidding), Gole Hatti is a must-drop-by when one is hunting for a quick-bite food jaunt. From amongst the huge variety of chole chawal that they have on offer, our personal favourite is their Chole Palak Chawal. Trust us, it's one of the most satisfying platefuls ever! 

Price | Rs 60 Per Plate
Where | Gole Hatti - 2-4, Church Mission Road, Fatehpuri, Chandni Chowk

4. Kebabs @ Ustad Moinuddin Kebabs 

Love spicy food and delicious kebabs (how could you not)? Then Ustad Moinuddin's Kebabs should be your next adda in the walled city. This 40-year-old roadside eatery serves the spiciest and the most tender beef kebabs in town. Seriously, head on over right now!

Price | Rs 10 Per Kebab
Where | Ustad Moinuddin Kebabs - Gali Qasim Ganj, Near Lal Kuan, Chawri Bazar

5. Fruit Chaat @ Hira Lal Chaat Corner

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Conquering the chaat domain in Old Delhi, Hira Lal Chaat Bhandar’s refreshing chaat is a true winner. From the humble-looking roadside eatery, Hira Lal sells the most revitalizing fruit chaats, heaped with freshly-cut fresh fruit, and sprinkled with the yummy masala. Go try it for yourselves! 

Price | Rs 70 Per Plate
Where | Hira Lal Chaat Corner - 636, Gali Lohe Wali, Chawri Bazar

6. Milkshakes @ Sudarshan’s 

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Known for its seasonal halwa and a good range of milkshakes, Sudarshan’s at Nai Sarak is always there to regale your incorrigible sweet tooth! Their refreshing milkshakes, available throughout the year are what attract people from the walled city and beyond. 

Price | Rs 35 Per Milkshake
Where | Sudarshan’s - 4097, Barshah Bulla Chowk, Chawri Bazar

7. Jamun Falsa Kulfi @ Kuremal Mohanlal Kulfi Wale

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When dessert pangs strike, we make our way to Kuremal Mohanlal Kulfi Wale to devour their mouthwateringly-delicious and refreshing kulfis. From Paan Kulfi to Jamun Falsa Kulfi, they’ve got all the fruity flavours to tickle your sweet fantasies. Head on over!

Price | Rs 60 Per Kulfi
Where | Kuremal Mohanlal Kulfi Wale - 526, Kucha Pati Ram, Bazar Sita Ram, Chawri Bazar

8. Nihari Kebabs @ Haji Shiroo Ki Nihari Dukan

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One of the oldest surviving Nihari joints in town, Haji Shiroo Ki Nihaari Dukan transported us back in time. During the fasting days of Ramadan, this eatery is open till the wee hours of the morning, serving its spiciest and flavoursome delicacies. Head on over for all things lazeez! 

Price | Rs 100 Per Plate
Where | Near Kalan Masjid, Turkman Gate

9. Kebabs @ Kaley Baba Kebab Waley

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Tenderized and grilled using skewers, Kale Baba Ke Kebabs are truly one-of-a-kind. Squeezed among the long, snaking lanes, this little eatery serves the best kebabs you’ll ever have. Go, gobble them down with the traditional mint chutney.

Price | Rs 100 Per Plate
Where | Kaley Baba Kebab Waley - Sui Walan, Chitli Qabar

10. Fried Chicken @ Haji Muhammad Hussain Chicken & Fish Dry

Dishing out the uber-yummy fried chicken for more than 40 years, Haji Muhammad Hussain Chicken & Fish Dry has our foodie heart firmly in its grasp! Their Crispy Fried Chicken certainly has no match in this town. Served with roomali roti, onions and a unique tangy chutney, this is indeed a must-have!

Price | Rs 100 Per Plate
Where | Haji Muhammad Hussain - 113 Gali Kababian, Jama Masjid

11. Kulle Chaat @ Sultan Singh Kulle Wala

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Widening the chaat world’s dimension, Sultan Kulle Wala serves a chaat that is thoroughly unique and unparalleled. Kulle Chaat is basically fruits stuffed with spices and other condiments. This guilt-free Indian sweet snack is certainly a must-have when in Nai Sarak!

Price | Rs 40 Per Plate
Where| Sultan Singh Kulle Wala - 1716, Roshan Pura, Nai Sarak

12. Khoya Gachak @ Meerut Walle 

Nestled among the many lace shops in Kinari Bazaar is Meerut Wale, where the magic of Khoya Gachak unfolds in two steps - first, the crispy outer layer cracks open, then the khoya within bursts inside the mouth resulting in a spellbinding after effect, leaving you craving for more. Gorge away!

Price | Rs 150 Per Kg
Where | Meerut Walle - 2171, Kinari Bazar

13. Matra Kulcha @ Ayush Bhaiya’s Stall

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Located beside the all-famous Paranthe Wali Gali is Ayush Bhaiya’s stall who's known for making the spiciest matra kulcha ever with a range of fresh ingredients included in the recipe. For customers who yearn for more spices, just ask bhaiya to be generous with the freshly-cut green chillies.

Price | Rs 40 Per Plate
Where | Ayush Bhaiya’s Stall - Paranthe Waali Gali, Chandni Chowk

14. Kachori Aloo @ Jung Bahadur Kachori Wala

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An all-time favourite Indian snack, we’re ever ready to lap up kachoris any time of the day. To have hands down the best kachori aloo ever, just visit Jung Bahadur in Old Delhi. Two rounded, crisp kachoris are served with a thick, spicy aloo gravy. Devour this plate of goodness and thank us later! 

Price | Rs 20 Per Plate
Where | Jung Bahadur Kachori Wala - 1104, Maliwara, Jogiwara, Chandni Chowk

15. Naan & Sabzi @ Sharma Bhojanalya

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Proudly-yet-shyly located at the end of the narrow lane in front of the Paranthe Wali Gali,  Sharma Bhojnalya has set up shop and is the perfect place to drop by if you want to take a break from shopping to gobble down super refreshing offerings. They serve the best Butter Naans and sabzis from Dal Makhani to Matar Paneer!

Price | Rs 100 Per Dish
Where | Sharma Bhojnalya - Shop No. 1979, Ground Floor, Gali Paranthe Wali, Chandni Chowk

16. Khurchan @ Hazari Lal Jain Khurchan Wale

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A sweet indulgence and a milky dessert we can happily wolf down at any time of the day - 'Khurchan' means leftovers and this dish is made with the residue of fried sweet milk. This precious, gooey and sticky dessert cannot be missed, especially as it’s not easily available in the other parts of Delhi. 

Price | Rs 30 Per Plate
Where | Hazari Lal Jain Khurchan Wale - 2225, Kinari Bazar, Dharam Pura

17. Chole Bhature Opposite Natraj Dahi Bhalla Corner 

When your tummy is craving for a cheat meal or when you can’t curb your Indian taste 
buds anymore, you already know what to have next - chole bhature, of course! The spicy chickpea gravy, sprinkled with onions and paneer and served with soft bhaturas, is the most satisfying street meal you can indulge in after you have shopped to your heart’s content! 

Price | Rs 50 Per Plate
Where | Chole Bhature - Opposite Natraj Dahi Bhalla Corner, Chandni Chowk Road

18. Aloo Chaat @ Bishan Swaroop Chaat Bhandar

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Crispy and spicy streetside aloo chaat is a sure-shot hit with every Delhiite, and when it’s from Old Delhi, it’s even better. So gobble it down, when craving those peppery and satisfying snacks.

Price | Rs 50
Where | Bishan Swaroop Chaat Bhandar - 1421, Near Ashish Medicos

19. Daulat Ki Chaat @ Rajesh Kumar And Baburam Brothers

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Old Delhi and Daulat Ki Chaat are often synonymous with each other. This street dessert available in winters has every Delhiite under its spell. Go experience it for yourselves when next in the walled city.

Where | Rajesh Kumar And Baburam Brothers - Kinari Bazar, Katra Shah N Shah, Shahjahanabad
Price | Rs 30 Onwards

20. Besan Ka Chilla @ Street Vendors

This quick and easy snack - besan ka chilla, is impressing the walled city with all its charm. The soft, tender and filling munchie is available in a lot of places in Old Delhi and you shouldn’t miss out on it. So, go ahead and explore the streets for this yumminess! 

Price | Rs 20 Onwards
Where | Chandni Chowk 

21. Naankhatai Biscuits @ Street Vendors

Served warm and fresh, Naankhatai is one thing you must bag up and keep munching on while strolling in the narrow streets of our beloved Delhi. Just have a nibble and you’ll instantly know what we're talking about. 

Price | Rs 70 (Per Kg)
Where | Chandni Chowk 

22. Mohabbat Ka Sharbat @ Nawab Qureshi’s 

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The super famous Pyaar Mohabbat Ka Sharbat made with Rooh Afza, milk, watermelon, sugar and lots of love, is the perfect antidote to Delhi’s unbearable heat. *Gulping* The freshly cut pieces of watermelon adds a fresh and crunchy flavour to the drink and makes it one of Old Delhi’s MOST FAMOUS and LOVED coolers by the locals! 

Price | Rs 10 Onwards
Where | Nawab Qureshi’s - Matia Mahal, Near Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk

23. Chole Kulche @ Lotan Chole Kulche Wala

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This place has been serving mouth-watering Chole Kulche since 1920 and is still at the top of their game in this walled city! The chole are zesty, with green chilly garnish and served with soft and fluffy kulche! Those who love spicy food, this place is as good as it gets, peeps! So the next time you drop by Chawri Bazaar, don’t forget to make a beeline to Lotan Chole Kulche for the infamous delicacy! 

Price | Rs 30 
Where | Lotan Chole Kulche Wala - 2363, Chatta Shahji, Chawri Bazar

24. Mixed Fruit Sandwich @ Jain Coffee House

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Jain Coffee House is a gem of a place, running its own beverage and snacks culture, in a word - Fruit Sandwich! This unique dish is basically soft bread slices layered with seasonal fruits, butter, homemade jam and thinly-sliced cottage cheese! The perfect blend of sweet and a tad bit savoury! Yes, it’s just as delicious as it looks!

Price | Rs 170
Where | Jain Coffee House - 4013, Ballimaran Road, Raghuganj, Chawri Bazar

25. Shahi Tukda @ Cool Point

Okay, there’s no way we could have come to Jama Masjid and not gorged on the mouth-watering Shahi Tukda at Cool Point! Served with scrumptious Rabri on top, the Shahi Tukda here is to die for. You can also try out their Kesar Milk, Badam Milk, Kulfi, Kheer and lassi, they’re all ah-mazing!  

Price | Rs 30 Onwards
Where | Cool Point - 933, Bazar Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid

Witnessing Old Delhi’s real street treats, we were left smitten yet again. Head on over one lazy, rainy weekend and come taste the glory!