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Ishan Chourasia


9 Reasons Why FC Road Is THE Place To Be For All Foodies


Fergusson College Road is the most iconic marketplace of Pune that’s located right in the heart of the city. With lots of educational institutes nearby, FC Road is always beaming with youngsters eager to chill, eat and shop. Thanks to a plethora of restaurants and street food joints, it also happens to be the ultimate hub of all foodies. Keep scrolling on and we guarantee that you'll surely agree with this claim!

Iconic Outlets

FC Road has boatloads of eateries, and the holy trinity of Vaishali, Roopali and Wadeshwara is a household name for they have been serving authentic South Indian food for decades now. Besides these go-to joints, there are other eateries which are so popular amongst the crowd that they deserve a special mention!

1. A Hefty Meal @ Surve’s Pure Non-Veg

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We are not kidding when we say that Surve’s is the den of all the lions of Pune! Perhaps the only restaurant of its kind, the place serves PURE non-vegetarian dishes. Off the top of our heads, we can say that their Chicken Thali and Mutton Thali are always in great demand. So head out here to satiate your meat cravings!

Where | Surve’s Pure Non-Veg - Chanakyapuri, Tukaram Paduka Chowk
Timings | 12 Noon - 4 PM & 7 - 11 PM
Call Them | +91 9823 999 960
Meal For Two | Rs 550
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/Surves.restaurant

2. Chilling @ FC Road Social

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FC Road Social has become very popular amidst the youngsters of Pune, owing to the amazing food and the uber-cool vibes. Social is a brand name that spreads nationwide and one simply cannot go wrong with their eateries! The beautiful ambience of FC Road social makes it the perfect spot to chill and have a drink with your friends. It gets really busy on the weekends, so don't forget to book a table in advance!

Where | FC Road Social - Mezzanine Floor, Cello Platina
Timings | 9 - 1 AM
Call Them | +91 9172 378 889
Meal For Two | Rs 1,500
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/FCRoadSocial

3. Breakfast @ Cafe Goodluck

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Established in 1935, Cafe Goodluck is amongst the legendary outlets of the city. It is a very popular breakfast joint and is flocked by youngsters as well as the relatively mature crowds. The familiar and welcoming scent of tea, bread and meat attracts people from around town. The chai-bun maska here is to die for!

Where | Cafe Goodluck -  Goodluck Chowk, Deccan Gymkhana
Timings | 7:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Call Them | +91 8087 810 002
Meal For Two | Rs 800

Amaze Street Food

Can a market ever be called one if it lacks the desi charm of street food? Our beloved FC Road is also lined with a myriad of small food joints and hawkers that people crave for, albeit being mindful of hygiene and safety. Apart from various momo stalls, the following outlets have the crowd going gaga after them!

1. Sandwiches @ Flavours Street

Serving over 70 different varieties of the snack, Flavours Street is like a labyrinth of sandwiches from where you wouldn't want to escape! They have a variety of fusion sandwiches, but perhaps the most unique of all is the Chocolate Toast. Drop by here to experience this one-of-a-kind gastronomic delight!

Where | Flavours Street - Near British Library
Timings | 8:30 AM - 11.30 PM
Call Them | +91 9850 712 832
Meal For Two | Rs 200
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/flavoursStreetsocial

2. Desi Snacks @ FC Chaat House

Chaats are quintessential snacks which every region in the country would proudly boast over. FC Chaat House is a hub of snacks and chaat on FC Road. Be it their crunchy Samosas or delish Kachoris soaked in the Subzi, aloo Pani Puris or the desi style Chinese, they don’t disappoint when it comes to dishing out pocket-friendly street grub.

Where | FC Chaat House - Land Square Mall
Timings | 7 AM - 11 PM
Call Them | +91 9673 905 114
Meal For Two | Rs 500

3. Food Trucking @ Street Stopper

Street Stopper is one of the many food trucks that dot the landscape of FC Road. With a relatively small menu, this food truck ensures that its selective dishes are created to perfection. Their Pav Bhaji Bomb - pav stuffed with delicious bhaji and baked with mozzarella cheese, is an absolute delight for your senses!

Where | Street Stopper - Opposite PPC Stationery, Venus Traders Lane
Timings | 5 - 10:30 PM
Call Them | +91 8805 817 200
Meal For Two | Rs 250
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/streetstopperpune

Scintillating Desserts

How better to end this list other than listing some of our favourite dessert places? So hop on and satiate your sweet tooth!

1. Shakes @ Frozen Bottle

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Frozen Bottles is known for its frozen desserts, ice cream jars and rich shakes. Whatever the dessert, be it cakes, shakes or sundaes, everything gets twisted inside a bottle or a jar for you to have a unique and refreshing escapade from your usual routine. So, are you not eager to experience a variety of flavours inside a frozen bottle?

Where | Frozen Bottle - Millenium Plaza, Opposite Fergusson College Gate 3
Timings | 10 - 1 AM
Call Them | +91 9850 316 333
Meal For Two | Rs 500
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/FrozenBottleFCroad

2. Aromatic Chocolates @ The Chocolate Room

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In every group, there’s a person who can't go one day without feasting on a bar of chocolate. So head to the Chocolate Room, which is a haven for all choco-philes. Apart from choco based pizzas, shakes and fondues, they also serve amazing waffles and other varieties of snacks.

Where | The Chocolate Room - Near Sagar Arcade, Goodluck Chowk
Timings | 9 AM - 11:30 PM
Call Them | +91 7276 002 362
Meal For Two | Rs 600
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/TheChocolateRoomIndia

3. Icecreams and Snacks @  IceKraft

IceKraft is the Mecca for scintillating ice creams at FC Road. Their huge range of flavours will always leave you wanting for more. They have a signature ‘Black Range’ of ice creams which are carbon-based, giving them an attractive black colour. Apart from desserts, they also have lots of snacks to choose from like burgers, pasta, tacos and some quirky fusion flavours of Maggi!

Where | IceKraft - Shanti Plaza, Venus Trader Lane
Timings | 11 AM - 11:30 PM
Call Them | +91 8956 032 777
Meal For Two | Rs 300
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/IcekraftPuneFCroad

We are damn sure that we have you convinced about FC Street being the haven for all foodies! So, are you drooling yet?

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Ishan Chourasia

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