14 Places To Visit In Old Delhi To Feast On Delicacies After Your Fast This Ramadan

Ahoy Besties! The Holy month of Ramadan is coming to an end and after fasting every day, y’all truly deserve a treat. And, when talking about treating yourself with good food, what’s better than heading over to the narrow lanes of Old Delhi that are forever bustling with the aroma of the delicious delights including authentic Kebabs, biryani, nalli nihari, piping hot jalebis, mohabbat ka sharbat and whatnot. Folks, we know you love Old Delhi delights as much as we do, and that is exactly why we’ve culled out a handpicked list of the most awesome sauce places in Old Delhi where you can head over to post Ramadan to treat yourself. So, bookmark your faves and get set reading!

1. Al Jawahar For Mutton Nihari

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Al Jawahar’s extensive menu boasts of a wide array of delicacies that will surely leave you spoilt for choices. We're in love with their entire menu but their Mutton Nihari is just out of this world and when paired with Khamiri Roti - it’s a perfect cheat meal! Not to mention their Chicken Bihari, Mutton Biryani, Kaleji Gurda and Badam Pasanda that will give you a foodgasm in the first bite itself! 

Where | Al Jawahar - 8, Opposite Gate 1, Matia Mahal Road, Jama Masjid
Timings | 7 AM - 12 Midnight
Call Them | +91 9990 884 488
Price | Rs 250 Onwards

2. Aslam's Chicken For Butter Chicken

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Now, who doesn’t love their decadent Butter Chicken aka crispy tandoori chicken pieces dipped in a buttery gravy? Nobody, we know! Aslam Chicken is a quaint eatery in Old Delhi that is extremely famous for its finger-licking array of delectables. If you haven’t tried their Butter chicken yet, what're you waiting for? Go, and dig your forks right away!

Where | Aslam Chicken - Matia Mahal Road, Chandni Chowk, Near Gate 1, Jama Masjid 
Timings | 4 PM - 12:30 AM
Call Them | +91 9312 281 022
Price | Rs 160 Onwards

3. Kallu Nihari For Nihari

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Now, Kallu Nihari doesn’t need any introduction to you, does it? The name of Kallu Ustad is unequivocally synonymous with Nihari in Old Delhi and these good folks are known to whip mouth-melting NIhari that is worth all the wait and travel. The oh-so-tender mutton, coupled with the perfect blend of spices along with the ultra-soft Khamiri Roti will surely take your taste buds for a spin. Don’t believe us? Try and you’ll thank us later!

Where | Kallu Nihari - Chhatta Lal Mian, Behind Delite Cinema, Daryaganj
Timings | 6 - 10 AM, 5 - 10 PM
Call Them | +91 9827 162 910
Price | Rs 150 Onwards

4. Cool Point For Shahi Tukda & Mango Ice-Cream

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We ain’t kidding when we say this, Cool Point’s Shahi Tukda is just the right dessert you deserve after fasting for the entire day. The warmth and sweetness of this exquisite dessert will surely give you a foodgasm at its max. As if this wasn’t enough, the homemade mango ice cream tastes as if you are eating the frozen fruit itself! If you plan on having a blast of desserts, we suggest you savour their rabri too. We assure you that you wouldn't be disappointed. 

Where | Cool Point Shahi Tukda - Bazaar Matia Mahal, Opposite Jama Masjid Gate 1, Jama Masjid
Timings | 12 Noon - 11 PM
Call Them | +91 9953 833 786
Price | Rs 100 Onwards

5. Babu Bhai Kabab Jama Masjid For Seekh kebabs

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Babu Bhai’s shop is a tiny li’l shop in Old Delhi but their kebabs - Ah! They're all things scrummy and legendary. Their Seekh Kebabs are literally one of the softest and juiciest and will surely take your taste buds for a spin. Pro Tip - Head here a li’l early in the evening ‘cause this fella serves on a first come first serve basis and we defo wouldn’t want you to come back home empty-handed!

Where | Babu Bhai Kabab Wale - 1465-B, Near Masjid Syed Rafai, Chitli Qabar, Jama Masjid
Timings | 12 Noon - 11 PM
Price | Rs 400/ Kg Onwards

6. Lalu Kababee For Kebabs

Jama Masjid is swamped with kebab joints and Lalu Kababee is another super popular place that has to be on your list when craving delicious kebabs. You’d see people waiting here to get their hands on the famous scrummy Boti Kebabs and Seekh Kebabs. You can also try their Chicken Reshmi and Mutton Seekh Kebab if you like your food to be extra spicy. 

Where | Lalu Kababee - Opposite Gate 1, Jama Masjid
Timings | 24X7
Price | Rs 60 Onwards

7. Karim’s For Mutton Korma

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Karim’s needs no introduction to y’all. Known for its impeccable taste and quality across states, Karim’s has been appeasing our taste buds for decades. We bet their sumptuously all-night cooked Nihari for breakfast, Rich Badam Pasanda, Mutton Korma, Mutton Jahangiri, Reshmi Seekh Kebab and the Chicken Jahangiri will surely add just the right charm to your post-Ramadan food walk to Old Delhi.

Where| Karim’s - Jama Masjid 
Timings | 9 AM - 12:30 PM
Call Them | +91 11 2326 4981
Price | Rs 350 Onwards

8. Haji Mohd. Hussain For Fried Chicken & Fish

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Craving for the juiciest and crispiest Chicken? Haji Mohd. Hussain got you covered. This quaint eatery is known to serve the crispiest fried chicken you can ever have. And, to multiply the taste, it is served along with rumali roti and their special chutney which truly tastes oh-so-delicious!  So head on over and grab your share! 

Where | Haji Mohd. Hussain - 113, Matia Mahal Road, Bazaar Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid
Timings | 8 AM - 11 PM
Call Them | +91 9810 098 736 
Price | Rs 150 Onwards

9. Qureshi Kabab Corner For Mutton Barra

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This modest outlet offers great, melt-in-your-mouth kebabs and is always choc-a-bloc with customers adding to the vibrant atmosphere. Famous all over Delhi for their amazing non-veg fare, Qureshi is a Delhi landmark! Their Mutton Barra and Mutton Seekh are packed with flavour and you should tote try ‘em this Ramadan season. 

Where | Qureshi Kabab Corner - Opposite Gate 1, Jama Masjid
Timings | 5 - 12 PM
Price | Rs 100 Onwards

10. Rehmatullah Hotel For Biryani

The good folks at Rehmatullah Hotel dish out the creamiest and one of the best chicken kormas that will surely make you fall in love with it. Made with yoghurt, chicken peas and tons of spices, this one is 100% worth the hassle and you should defo try the mouth-watering delight this Ramadan season!

Where | Rehmatullah Hotel - 105-110, Matia Mahal Road, Kalan Mehal, Jama Masjid
Timings | 24X7
Price  | Rs 100 Onwards

11. Haji Nadeem Shahi Sheermal For Sheermal

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A sweet flatbread made with milk and lots of dry fruits, Sheermal is no less than heaven on a plate, if you ask us, folks. Haji Nadeem in Old Delhi has been selling this delicacy for years and is quite the pro! Standing in the crowded by-lanes of Jama Masjid, filling your tummy with this royal (but really inexpensive) dish will surely help you take in the essence of Ramadan. 

Where | Haji Nadeem Shahi Sheermal - Shop No. 111, Jama Masjid, Matia Mahal Road, Bazar Matia Mahal, Kalan Mehal
Timings | 10 AM - 12 AM 
Price |  Rs 40 Onwards
Call Them | +91 9927 526 428

12. Miyaan Ki Kheer

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Bade Miyan Ki Old Kheer Shop is known for serving the ‘tastiest kheer ever,’ and this delightful sweet delicacy gets all the more enjoyable around Ramadan. Always known to be super rich, creamy, thick and of the perfect sweetness, Bade Miyan Ki Kheer loaded with nuts resides rent-free in our hearts! Not to mention, this kheer alone has been the reason behind how people from far & wide come to this tiny li’l shop hidden in the lanes of Old Delhi just to get a little taste! Well, so should you!

Where | Bade Mian ki Kheer Old Kheer Shop - 2867, Bazaar Sirkiwalan, Hauz Qazi,
Timings | 10 AM - 11 PM
Price | Rs 40 Onwards

13. Manzoor Hotel - Dahi Pakodey, Egg Curry

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Here’s a unique dish you ought to try on your food walk to Chandni Chowk. After all, what’s a foodie who doesn’t like to experiment? Well, it is Dahi Pokodey from Manzoor Hotel. These delicious small pakodas are swimming in a curry made from curd and well loads of oil, hence you already know it’s gonna be all things tasty. Garnished with green chillis, it’s drool-worthy! Oh and, you also gotta try the egg curry!

Where | Manzoor Hotel - Gali Qasim Jan, Ballimaran Rd, Lal Kuan Bazar
Timings | 10 AM - 10 PM 

14. Dil Pasand Biryani Point

We don’t need any special occasion to enjoy spicy and mouth-watering Biryani and when it’s Biryani from Old Delhi, we know it's gonna be all things delicious! Dil Pasand Biryani Point has stood true to its name for years now and has been literally the ‘Dil Pasand’ of all Dilliwalas. So when you’re on that food spree to relish Ramadan delicacies, don’t forget this one. (Duh!)

Where | Dil Pasand Biryani Point - 735, Gali Haveli Azam Khan, Bazar Chitli Qabar, Jama Masjid
Timings | 10 AM - 11:30 PM
Price | Rs 100 Onwards

That was NOT all guys ‘cause we can’t possibly name ALL the amazing places that delight our tummies in Chandni Chowk. There are obviously other things you gotta try like Pyaar Mohabbat Ka Sharbat, Gud Sharbat, Sewiyan and MUCH MORE that you can sniff out in these magical lanes during this time. Going on an empty stomach is the only thing that makes sense!