Best Food Places In Old Delhi

Qureshi’s & Al Jawahar - Qureshi Kabab Corner and Al Jawahar are the best non-vegetarian restaurants that always find a place in all the tourists’ hearts.Qureshi Kabab corner is now operated by five of Qureshi’s sons who have continued using the Qureshi family recipe till the present day.

Paranthe Wali Gali - What better way to start your day in Old Delhi than feasting on a plate of hot, stuffed parathas at the Paranthe Wali Gali. Nestled in Chandni Chowk’s congested lanes, Paranthe Wali Gali is definitely on every foodie’s list. The paratha parlors have become India’s most hunted food destination in Old Delhi. The specialties include Cheese parantha, mixed vegetable parantha, paneer parantha and the list goes on. Once you reach here, you just cannot leave without having a heartful. The place holds the record of hosting eminent politicians such as Pt. Nehru and Smt. Indira Gandhi.

Natraj Dahi Bhalla - If there’s one place in Old Delhi where you can taste the real flavor of its street snacks, it definitely has to Natraj ke Dahi Bhalle. The tangy chaat is a mix of fried diced potatoes, crispy & fried bread called Dahi Bhalla, gram, spices, curd and chutneys. A plate of freshly prepared dahi bhalla is all you can’t stop craving about, especially during the summers in Delhi. The specialties include the likes of Aloo Tikki chaat, papdi chaat, khasta papdis and kachalu chutneys. Push your way through the long line of queues to have your bite.

Old Famous Jalebi Wala - True to its name, the Old Famous Jalebi Wala is surely one of the oldest and famous jalebi shops in entire Old Delhi. Made up of deep-fried batter and later soaked in a sugary syrup, Jalebi has a convoluted structure with crispy exteriors and soft on the inside. Once opened in the year 1884, the shop stands as it is till this date. Also note that the jalebis are made of pure, desi ghee and khandsari sugar.