THE BEST FOODS TO EAT IN

DELHI

Delhi’s food is loud, layered, and unapologetic. From parathas at dawn to chole bhature at midnight, the city eats without restraint. This list is based on what we actually ate. Iconic, overrated, and underrated places included. Taste comes first. Ambience comes later

Personally eaten, Honestly written!

Famous Moolchand Paratha

🍽️Moolchand Paratha

Moolchand Parantha, Lajpat Nagar is a Delhi street food icon, famous for its crispy, buttery paranthas stuffed with rich fillings and served hot with tangy chutneys and curd— a late-night favourite loved by generations of food lovers.

📍 4, 5, 6 Lala Lajpat Rai Marg Moolchand Metro Station, Lala Lajpat Rai Marg, Vikram Vihar, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110024

⭐IFD Rating: 4/5 | ₹50 – 200

Opening Hours: 6 am – 11 pm

Anand Ji Chole Bhature

🍽️Anand Ji

Anand Ji Chole Bhature is a legendary Delhi breakfast spot, celebrated for its fluffy bhature and spicy, slow-cooked chole— a classic comfort meal that draws loyal crowds for its authentic taste and old-school charm.

Shop no, 3, Dr Ramlal Verma Marg, Krishna Market, Block D, Lajpat Nagar I, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110024

⭐IFD Rating: 3.8/5 | ₹70 – 100

⏰Opening Hours: 8 am – 8 pm

Gol Gappe

🍽️Nathu's Sweets

Gol Gappe – Nathu Sweets Crispy gol gappe filled with spicy aloo-chana mix, served with tangy mint water and sweet tamarind chutney—fresh, flavorful, and a must-try street food delight.

2, Market, Sundar Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110003

⭐IFD Rating: 3.5/5 | ₹70 – 110

⏰Opening Hours: 8 am – 11 pm

Best Street Food In Delhi Chicken Shawarma

Chicken Shawarma

🍽️Al-Bake

Chicken Shawarma – Al-Bake Juicy, perfectly spiced chicken shawarma wrapped in soft pita with fresh veggies and creamy garlic sauce—rich in flavor and incredibly satisfying.

Trimurti Building, Plot No 21-23, Maulana Mohammad Ali Jauhar Marg, Block A, New Friends Colony, New Delhi, Delhi 110025

⭐IFD Rating: 4/5 | ₹150 – 220

⏰Opening Hours: 11 am – 11 pm

Best street food in Delhi Chicken Jahangiri

Chicken Jahangiri

🍽️Al-Jawahar

Chicken Jahangiri – Al Jawahar A rich Mughlai delicacy made with tender chicken cooked in a creamy, mildly spiced gravy—flavorful, aromatic, and a signature dish of Old Delhi.

Shop no. 8, opposite Gate No. 1, Bazar Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid, Old Delhi, New Delhi, Delhi, 110006

⭐IFD Rating: 3.6/5 | ₹290 – 560

⏰Opening Hours: 8 am – 12 pm

Chicken Fry

🍽️Gulbahar Chicken Fry

Chicken Fry at Gulbahar Chicken Fry is bold, crispy, and full of street-style flavour. The classic chicken fry comes spicy and perfectly crisp, the chicken tangdi fry is juicy with a fiery kick, and the chicken lollipop is crunchy outside, tender inside. Hot, masaledar, and straight to the point—this is chicken done with attitude.

Shop No.3, Zakir Nagar Main Rd, Jogabai Extension, Jamia Nagar, Okhla, New Delhi, Delhi 110025

⭐IFD Rating: 4/5 | ₹150 – 600

⏰Opening Hours: 2 pm – 10 pm

Mutton Korma

🍽️Karim's

Mutton Korma – Karim’s Slow-cooked tender mutton in a rich, aromatic gravy made with traditional Mughlai spices—deeply flavorful and a timeless Old Delhi classic.

Karim’s Hotel Pvt. Ltd., 16, Gali Kababian, Jama Masjid, Old Delhi, Delhi, 110006

⭐IFD Rating: 3.8/5 | ₹450 – 670

⏰Opening Hours: 9 am – 1 am

Best street food in Delhi Watermelon shake

Watermelon shake

🍽️SHARBAT-E-MOHABBAT

Sharbat-e-Mohabbat (Watermelon Shake) One sip and you instantly feel the Old Delhi summer vibes. The chilled watermelon blended with milk and rose syrup is soothing, nostalgic, and surprisingly comforting—perfect after a long walk through crowded lanes.

4030, Urdu Bazar Rd, Meena Bazaar, Jama Masjid, Old Delhi, New Delhi, Delhi, 110006

⭐IFD Rating: 4.5/5 | ₹60 – 150

⏰Opening Hours: 4 pm – 11 pm

Jalebi

🍽️Old Famous Jalebi

Old Famous Jalebi Hot, crispy jalebis soaked in sugar syrup with that perfect crunch and sweetness—every bite feels nostalgic and reminds you why this old classic is still loved by everyone.

1795, Dariba Corner, opp. Bank of Maharashtra, Dariba Kalan, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi, Delhi 110006

⭐IFD Rating: 4.2/5 | ₹50 – 150

⏰Opening Hours: 8 am – 9:30 pm

Best street food in Delhi Butter Chicken

Butter Chicken

🍽️Aslam Chicken

Butter Chicken – Aslam Chicken Rich, smoky, and unapologetically indulgent—this butter chicken is drenched in melted butter with tender chicken that literally melts in your mouth, making it a legendary Old Delhi experience.

1129, Matia Mahal Rd, Bazar Matia Mahal, Manohar Market, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi, Delhi, 110006

⭐IFD Rating: 4/5 | ₹340 – 640

⏰Opening Hours: 1 pm – 12:30 am

Sambar Rice

🍽️Saravana Bhavan

Sambar Rice – Saravana Bhavan Comfort food at its best—hot, hearty sambar rice packed with South Indian flavors, mildly spiced and deeply satisfying, just like a homely meal away from home.

P-13/90, Connaught Cir, Block B, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001

⭐IFD Rating: 4.1/5 | ₹340 – 640

⏰Opening Hours: 8 am – 11 pm

Best street food in Delhi Chocolate Brownie Sundae

Chocolate Brownie Sundae

🍽️Giani's Di Hatti

Brownie Sundae – Giani’s Di Hatti Warm, fudgy brownie topped with rich ice cream and chocolate sauce—every spoon feels indulgent and comforting, the kind of dessert that instantly lifts your mood and leaves you smiling.

Bagh Deewar, Katra Gehl, Fatehpuri, Chandni Chowk, Delhi, 110006

⭐IFD Rating: 4.3/5 | ₹110 – 150

⏰Opening Hours: 10 am – 11 pm

Momos

🍽️Dolma Aunty Momo

Momos – Dolma Aunty Momos Steaming hot momos with juicy filling and that fiery chutney—one bite takes you straight back to countless Delhi street-food memories, simple, soulful, and irresistibly comforting.

D-1, Alankar Cinema Rd, opp. Police Station, Central Market, Lajpat Nagar II, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110024

⭐IFD Rating: 3.8/5 | ₹50 – 150

⏰Opening Hours: 12:30 pm – 10 pm