5 Best Places To Grab A Delectable Plate Of Chaat In Varanasi

It's believed that the origin of chaat has its roots in Uttar Pradesh and especially Varanasi, making it a hub for some of the best chaat in the northern part of our country. While there are tons of chaat shops in the tiny lanes of the city, these places stand right out:

1. Ram Bhandar

Known for their amazing desi ghee preparations, Ram Bhandar serves up delicious chaat, samosas, kachoris and more. The best time to come here is for an early morning breakfast session so you're good to go for the entire day!

Location | C.K. 15/29, Katra Ratan Lal, Thatheri Bazaar
Meal For Two | Approx. Rs 100

2. Baati Chokha

Baati Chokha restaurant is lovely with its traditional village setting complete with charpoys, sil battas, chulhas and much more. They're well known in Varanasi for serving the best Litti and Sattu Parathas along with piping hot Dal, Chokha which is made out eggplants and an array of pickles. They also specialise in thalis giving you one more reason to visit this place.

Location | Anand Mandir Cinema, Telibagh, Dashashwamedh Road
Meal For Two | Approx. Rs 450

3. Kashi Chat Bhandar

Located at a walking distance from the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple, this chaat place has been winning hearts since its inception in the Godowlia market. The shop serves some of the most amazing variety of street food and we definitely recommend the Aloo Tikki, Tamatar Chaat and Golgappas also known as Paani Batashe here. It's the perfect place for a quick bite after a visit to the temple or to tackle those never-ending hunger pangs!

Location | D.37/49, Luxa Road, Godowlia, Sidhgiri Bagh
Meal For Two | Approx. Rs 150

4. Kachori Gali

Kachori forms an important part of Uttar Pradesh’s cuisine so much that Varanasi has a whole lane dedicated to it and let us just say we are onboard for it. Kachoris are a fried stuffed snack which are served with tamarind chutney and chane or aloo ki sabzi. Visit this lane early morning to witness the liveliness of Varanasi and its food. A trip to Varanasi is definitely incomplete without a pit stop here! 

Location | Kachaudi Gali, Lahori Tola
Meal For Two | Approx. Rs 100

5. Deena Chat Bhandar

Deena Chat Bhandar has made a name for itself over the years due to its amazing variety and different taste of chaats. It's famous for its unusual Tamatar Chaat which consists of diced tomatoes in a mixture of spices and Palak Chaat which consists of fried spinach along with various condiments. Other must haves of this place are Golgappas, Aloo Tikki  and Gulab Jamun. So, when in Varanasi look no further to fulfill all your chaat cravings.

Location | D-47/184, Luxa Road, Dashashwamedh Road
Meal For Two | Approx. Rs 150

We surely hope these places will satiate all your chaat cravings the next time you're in Varanasi!