By Priyanka Roshan | July 28, 2025
Delhi perfectly blends culture and cuisine with vibrant street food. From Chandni Chowk to Lajpat Nagar, every bite tells a story and captures the city’s rich culinary legacy.
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A Delhi breakfast staple, chole bhature features fluffy, deep-fried bread served with spicy chickpeas. Sita Ram Diwan Chand is a local favourite.
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Crispy on the outside and soft within, aloo tikki is served with tangy chutneys and curd. Head to Natraj in Chandni Chowk for the original.
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Stuffed and buttery, Delhi’s parathas are perfect for any time of day. Moolchand’s version with pickles and curd hits the spot.
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These crispy water-filled puris packed with spicy, tangy water and potatoes are a must-have. Try them fresh from street vendors across Connaught Place or Bengali Market.
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A rich, creamy dessert of frozen kulfi topped with rose syrup, falooda noodles, and dry fruits — best savoured at Kuremal Mohan Lal in Old Delhi.
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Light and fluffy moong dal fritters topped with spicy green chutney and grated radish. A crunchy, zesty snack that’s hard to put down.
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No Delhi food trail is complete without Karim’s legendary seekh kebabs and mutton burra, marinated to perfection and grilled with Mughlai finesse.
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Filled with spiced meats or paneer and wrapped in flaky paratha, kathi rolls from Khan Market or CR Park are ideal for a quick, flavourful bite.
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From steamed to tandoori, these Tibetan dumplings are everywhere in Delhi. Majnu Ka Tila’s momos with fiery red chutney are a must-try.
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Golden, crispy spirals soaked in saffron-infused syrup — Old Delhi’s jalebis are the city’s sweetest indulgence and a classic street dessert.
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