Chandigarh food and especially the street food of Chandigarh is famous across the country. Blending the best of both Punjab's and Haryana's food, Chandigarh has a thriving culinary scene that rivals any other in India! Travellers will visit Chandigarh soon if not for the Rock Garden, Sukhna Lake or Leisure Valley but for its food! Scroll down and take notes, because you are about to plan an unexpected trip to explore the best places to eat in Chandigarh:
1. Garg Chaat, Sector-23
SourceThe crunchy crust holding the spicy water or creamy sauce that is the Golgappa that everyone loves! Of course, the criteria of taste is enhanced when you buy the same from Garg Chaat in Chandigarh. If you are visiting for the first time, this hub for street food in Chandigarh might get a little frustrating to wait for your turn. The menu is part between dry items and others; you will find every known chaat, pakodi, and Gol Gappa here.
Cost for One: Less than INR 100
2. Classic 44, Sector - 37C
SourceA little crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside, this chicken patty will make you drool! People from faraway places visit specifically to savour the flavour of the Chicken Patty, freshly cooked and packed here at Classic 44, Chandigarh. They have no seating; you give your order, take your patties and go home enjoy your food with a chilled soft drink. The place has earned its fame not just for the dish but its affordability too; as the starting price for any meal is about 40 Rs!
Cost for 2: INR 150 (approx.) Timings: 9:30 AM - 9:30 PM
3. Bholey Di Hattey, Sector-44
SourceRajma is one of the favourite Punjabi dishes. This spicy dark gravy with plain jeera rice will satiate your tummy, and leave one still craving for more. Along with the lovely Rajma rice, chole rice is also some great street food in Chandigarh here. One might get a whole meal in just under Rs. 100.
Cost for 2: INR 150 (approx.) Timing: 8 AM to 10 PM
4. Brick Firewood Pizza, Zirakpur
SourceBrick Firewood Pizza is ranked amongst some best pizza places in town. Perfectly baked crust with hot melted cheese at incredibly affordable prices make this spot a favourite amongst locals and tourists alike. You will find a rush of new customers becoming regular invitees the next day, try a bite and be one too.
Cost for 2: INR 200 Timings: 11 AM to 10:30 PM
5. The Indian Coffee House, Sector 17
SourceEntering the Indian Coffee House is like time travelling to the colonial rule; its old English decor truly defines the Indian heritage. The legendary restaurant, housing some delicious street food in Chandigarh has a South Indian core and is best in it. They sell all types of South Indian food, Dosa and Vada being their specialities. Other than its food, the well-dressed waiters, bone china crockery, low prices but quality coffee all make this one of the best places for a relaxing cup of coffee.
Cost for 2: INR 200 (approx.) Timing: 9 AM to 10 PM
6. Pal Dhaba, Sector 28D
SourcePal Dhaba is the place serving well mashed Saag and Crisp roti in a perfect blend. Eating here is like climbing a ladder of joy, with each bite you take, you go one step up. The extra butter on your plate defines the Punjabi Pride and elevates the dish to new heights.
Cost for 2: INR 700 (approx.) Timings: 11 AM to 11 PM
7. Amritsari Kulcha Hub, Sector 9C
SourceAmritsari Kulcha Hub is another street food Mecca in Chandigarh. The stuffed Kulcha is served with spicy Chole but what makes the dish worth a dime is its stuffing of mashed potato or cottage cheese, glazed in masala, and cooked after stuffing on a traditional Tawa.
Cost for 2: INR 200 (approx.) Timings: 9 PM to 4 AM
8. Bawa Juice Corner, Sector 21
SourceBawa Juice Corner is a decorated outlet with a hypnotic hold over teenagers. Best known for its combination of lemon soda and cheese patty, the place is your spot in Chandigarh! The summer heat is a good excuse for making a stop at the juice corner for a drink and a snack. Also, the cheesy corn patty is quite delicious, and the shakes and other beverages parch your thirst.
Cost for 2: INR 150 (approx.) Timings: 11 AM to 8:30 PM
9. Burger Point, Sector 32
SourceBurger Point's particular service technique has managed to gain a good pace in order delivery. You hardly need to wait a minute or so. Also, the reasonable pricing and variety of sauces to pick from brands the burgers as a great appetiser.
Cost for 2: INR 250 Timings: 10 AM to 11 PM
10. Grand Punjab Restaurant
SourceAlmost everyone in Chandigarh is a devotee of the creamy Lassi in the Grand Punjab Restaurant, Mohali. Lassi is prepared with a native hand, and the topping of pomegranate and pista is sprinkled upon it here. The drink is served in a big steel glass, with a spoon to sip the leftover cream at the bottom of it.
Cost for 2: INR 250 (approx.) Timings: 7 AM to 9 PM
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