8 Deviously Delicious Must-Try Street Foods In Nagpur For Every Foodie

Isn’t street food the best? You can grab it on the go, you don’t need to sit formally and wait to order, and you don’t need fancy cutlery or lots of money to eat it. All you need is simply an eye for the good street vendors serving delish and lip-smacking dishes for you to grab onto! So run over to this list of famous eateries and eat street food all day long!

1. Tarri Poha @ Ramji-Shyamji Pohewala

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Some say ‘you can know a true Nagpurian by the amount of tarri in their blood so it is no surprise that Tarri Poha is on our list. Available at many roadside shops, this is a staple breakfast dish in Nagpur and shops selling this is open from a very early hour in the day so, step right out to this cosy nook for some scrumptious brekkie to kickstart your day! 

Where | Ramji-Shyamji Pohewala - Wardha Rd, Sita Nagar, Somalwada
Timings | 8 AM  - 3 PM
Price | Rs 25

2. Shreemal and Roti @ Hafeez Bakery 

Sheermal literally means milk rub. This popular Persian dish is a local favourite in Nagpur, Delhi and Lucknow. Made with items such as saffron and cardamom, this is an almost a shahi form of naan and elevates any meal it accompanies. Order yourself a plateful of this delish delight at Hafeez Bakery right away! 

Where | Hafeez Bakery -  Mohammad Ali Rd, Mominpura
Timings | 6 AM - 12 AM
Price | Rs 40

3. Dahi Puri @ Bombay Chaat Centre

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Maharashtrians are known for their love of spicy food so of course, chaat is at the top of their fave food list. Whether you see pani puri, dahi puri or bhel, there’s nothing that a little red chutney, dahi and masala can't fix in our lives. Make sure to treat yourself to this flavoursome delight at Bombay Chaat Centre ASAP!

Where | Bombay Chaat Centre - Radhe Mangalam Hall, Swawlambi Nagar, Pratap Nagar
Timings | 12 PM - 10:30 PM
Price | Rs 40

4. Patodi and Kadhi @ Patodiwala's Joint

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Move aside Kadhi Pakoda, we will never move beyond our Kadhi Patodi. Patodi is essentially a deep-fried pakora made of coriander and coconut. This long piece is served with nice, spicy zesty kadhi for the perfect breakfast and we urge you to taste this tantalizingly delish dish right away for a gastronomic treat!

Where | Patodiwala's Joint - Akashwani Square, Civil Lines
Timings | 9 AM  - 5 PM
Price | Rs 55

5. Param ki Dal @ Param Da Dhaba

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Nagpur’s food scene can never ever be complete without the mention of the famous Param ki Dal. This yum dish served in a simple dhaba is a simple iteration to the regular dal but makes a world of difference in taste. Made in a coal tandoor, the dal has a smoky flavour that’s to die for. Eat this with a simple piece of naan and you’re all set.

Where | Param Da Dhaba - 107, Bhandara Rd, Queta Colony, Lakadganj
Timings | 1 PM - 3:30 PM ; 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Price | Rs 60

6. Jalebi @ Haryana Special Jalebi 

The Charm Of a Jalebi is not lost on any Indian so not surprisingly Nagpurians too love their piping hot jalebis with a nice Katori of rabri and like the rest of India, they too love it on the streets. Drop by Haryana Special Jalebi to get a plateful of this piping hot and sugary sweet treat right away!

Where | Haryana Special Jalebi - Mata mandir road, Dharampeth
Timings | 9 AM - 10:30 PM

7. Santra Barfi @ Shree Heera Sweets

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Oranges are Nagpur’s speciality so this sweet fruit makes for a great sweet available only in Nagpur. Santra Barfi is sweet, fruity, and best eaten slightly cold. Step on into Shree Heera Sweets and order yourself this sweet and tangy delish right away!

Where | Shree Heera Sweets - Abhyankar Road, Buti Chal, Near Sitabuldi
Timings | 10 AM - 10 PM
Price | Rs 320/kg

8. Saoji @ Pintu Saoji

An incredibly famous mutton dish exclusive to Nagpur, the masala components of this dish are a well guarded mystery and one can only visit certain special local shops in Nagpur to get their hands on this heavenly dish that will make you forget every other mutton dish you’ve ever tried in your life. 

Where | Pintu Saoji -  C.A. Road, Telephone Exchange Square, Jaisao Wadi
Timings | 11 AM - 2 AM
Price | Rs 150

Now that we’re positively drooling (we hope you are too) all that remains is to head on out and give these decadent dishes a try right away! Bon Appetit!