9 Places To Enjoy Nihari, Mohabbat Ka Sharbat & More In Old Delhi In This Blessed Month Of Ramadan!

The month of Ramadan is all about excitement and joy - the joy of giving, caring about others, praying, strengthening your willpower and the joy of dedication. There are plenty of reasons which keep you on your toes the whole month despite not having even a drop of water in the daytime for 30 days. Although you can have food anytime between dusk to dawn during Ramadan, there are two special fixed hours - one to break your fast and the other to begin your fast. So here we've meticulously culled out a list of dishes and places in Old Delhi to break your fast with! Read on.

1. Chicken Biryani @ Dil Pasand Biryani Point

Mohd Tofiq wouldn't ever have, in his dreams, thought he’d become this famous when he started with only Bade Ki Biryani, but this small shop tucked away deep in the bylanes of Chitli Qabar is enough to demand respect for us to include it in a list of Delhi’s finest. Huge boneless chicken pieces, pickled rice, their special raita and lots of onion garnishing is what made us his fans for life! 

Price | Rs 100 Onwards 
Where | Dil Pasand Biryani Point - 887, Kalan Mahal, Chandni Chowk
Call Them | +91 9899 567 078
Timings | 11 AM - 11 PM

2. Nihari @ Kallu Nihari

Operating from a small shop that couldn’t house more than five people at once, this guy starts selling at 5 PM and people have complained that the goods get polished off within the hour, only to see pots and pans being washed after a day’s sale by 6 PM (that too if you’re lucky!). The red colour on Kallu’s Nihari, the huge chunks of meat, the zesty spices and the garnishing of green chillies and ginger are enough to label this place as legendary! 

Price | Rs 70 Onwards
Where | Kallu Nihari - 180, Chhatta Lal Mian, Jama Masjid, Behind Delite Cinema, Daryaganj
Call Them | +91 9899 201 639
Timings | 6 - 10 AM & 5 - 10 PM

3. Butter Special Changezi Chicken @ Changezi Chicken

A bowl full of butter-loaded chicken is something that no Dilliwala can ever say no to! And since Ramadan calls for some special treats, the Butter Special Changezi Chicken should definitely be on the must-eat list. This place is also famous for dishing up Afghani Chicken and Kaju Keema, so do try them out too! 

Price | Rs 250 (Quarter Plate)
Where | Changezi Chicken - 3614, N.S.Marg, Daryaganj
Call Them | +91 7065 275 275
Timings | 11 AM - 11 PM
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/CHANGEZICHICKEN

4. Chicken Fry @ Haji Mohd. Hussain Fried Chicken

If you're looking for some amazing fried chicken, then you need to hit this place up *no offence to KFC!*. The batter is super light and the chicken is extremely flavourful and succulent, to say the least. This is served with delish laccha pyaaz and a spicy chutney to boot. Already salivating? Come on over!

Price | Rs 220 (Half Plate)
Call Them | +91 9810 098 736
Where | Haji Mohd. Hussain Fried Chicken - No.113, Matia Mahal Rd, Jama Masjid, Bazar Matia Mahal, Chandni Chowk
Timings | 8 AM - 11 PM

5. Sutli Kababs @ Kale Baba

It's true - iftar is incomplete without trying out some juicy and succulent kababs, which is why you need to try Kale Baba ke mashoor kababs! Standing firm in Old Delhi’s famous Chitli Qabar, this one’s a must-stop-by. Whatever you do, DO NOT miss out on the super soft and flavourful Sutli (thread) Ke Kabab when here y’all! 

Price | Rs 15
Where | Kale Baba - Sui Walan, Chitli Qabar, Old Delhi
Call Them | +91 9891 293 159
Timings | 12 AM - 12 PM

6. Chicken Tikka @ Aslam Chicken

For some delicious chicken and fish, you've got to visit this hidden gem. We personally tried the Chicken Tikka and OH MY GOD it was to die for! The secret ingredient here is that it was cooked in butter and not oil, so the saltiness of the butter blended perfectly with the delicious and meaty chicken makes it totally unique, not to mention mouth wateringly good! 

Price | Rs 300 (Half Plate)
Where | Aslam Chicken - Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid
Call Them | +91 9312 281 022
Timings | 4 PM - 12:30 AM

7. Mutton Korma @ Al Jawahar

This is the first of five eateries we came across in the lane lying opposite Gate No. 1 of Jama Masjid. Al-Jawahar is, of course, stupendously famous for its Mutton Korma, Aloo Gosht, Chicken Changezi, Butter Chicken and Tandoori Roti. Iftaar here would feel like bliss after an entire day’s hard fasting, won’t it?!

Price | Rs 220 (Half Plate)
Where | Al Jawahar - Opposite Gate No.1, Jama Masjid
Call Them | +91 9990 884 488
Timings | 1 PM - 11 AM

8. Mohabbat Ka Sharbat @ Nawab Qureshi’s Stall

Picture Credits: dilsefoodie

Ok now, this one’s a particular Old Delhi favourite of ours, and once you get a taste, you’ll feel the same way! Nawab Qureshi’s Stall is known for selling delicious glasses of this rose-coloured sharbat that’ll cool your parched throats and offer blissful relief from the summer heat! Mohabbat ka Sharbat is essentially a rose flavoured milk-based drink with watermelon as the key ingredient.

Price | Rs 30
Where | Nawab Qureshi’s Stall - In Front Of Matia Mahal, Near Jama Masjid

9. Shahi Tukda @ Cool Point Shahi Tukda

Established 25+ years ago (woah), Cool Point is popular for its delicious Shahi Tukda (deep fried bread that's dipped in thick cream and sugar syrup) which is uber rich and creamy. Cool Point is primarily flocked to by regulars who simply cannot get enough of this yummy delicacy. When here, you must also try their Phirni, which is divine!

Price | Rs 70 
Where | Cool Point Shahi Tukda - 933, Jama Masjid, Main Market
Timings | 12 Noon - 11 PM
Call Them | +91 9953 833 786

We’ve just let you in on THE best places to gorge away at during Ramadan, so tell us how many have you tried out in the comments below?!