Even though Nagpur is not popular for its street food, there are some must-try local delicacies like poha, saoji, patodi, Nagpuri samosa, etc. The food of Nagpur mostly render an assortment of spicy dishes. It has some great dishes which might not be exquisite but its taste would surely act as a conundrum for even the biggest connoisseur.
Here is the list of must-try street food in Nagpur:
Here is the list of must-try street food in Nagpur:
1. Samosas
This article featuring Nagpur's street food would be null and void if samosa doesn't top its list. This spicy street snack is a common sight throughout the country but what makes the Nagpuri samosa (as it is popularly called) stand out amongst the rest is its medley of condiments used to camouflage its flavour and give out an exquisite and delightful taste. Samosa is a spicy Indian snack which has a replete of mashed potato along with green peas, finely chopped coriander and an assortment of robust Indian spices. It is served with tangy tamarind or pudina chutney.
Where: Samosawala, Vayusena NagarYou could also try Chhola Samosa at Samosawala located near Bada Hanuman temple.
2. Tarri Poha
Just as a trip to Kolkata would be incomplete without a plate of Rasogolla or as it is renowned in Bengal as "rosogolla", likewise a trip to Nagpur would be incomplete without a plate of the iconic Nagpur street food i.e. Poha. Poha is a staple breakfast for Nagpur, and this savoury is best enjoyed with pouring tarri on it. Poha is a dish made from an array of flattened rice, finely chopped onions, tomatoes, diced potatoes and curry leaves. Lemon juice is used for garnishing this fine savoury.
Where: Ramji-Shyamji Pohewala located in Sita Nagar which is considered as the finest in Nagpur. For the scrumptious aloo poha poured with spicy tarri, head over to Rupam Sakhare's stall in Kasturchand Park.
3. Saoji Delicacies
The Saoji food is a must try in Nagpur. Robust Indian spices mixed with paya and chicken make up this dish. This dish can be tried at various shacks or bhojnalayas in and around Nagpur.
Where: Saoji Jagdish Bhojnalaya, Gandhibagh
4. Matka Biryani
A trip to any city would be incomplete without tasting its biryani. Every city has a different story to tell when it comes to Biryani. Nagpur serves one of the finest biryanis in the country. Every small restaurant, shack or small food stalls offer this delectable Nagpur street food.
Where: For the best biryani experience head over to Babbu Biryani Centre.
5. Pani Puri
This crispy and crunchy street food in Nagpur is a favourite amongst millions. The moment a Pani Puri stall is located by our eyes, our stomach sends a strong signal to our brain, and our feet can be seen moving in the direction of the stall. The city serves the most ambrosial pani puris in the country. This snack is made by inserting mashed potatoes with salt, pepper, chilli and finely chopped onions (varies from city to city) into the puri. It is eaten by dipping these puris in either tangy tamarind water or cold pudina water.
Where: Bombay Chaat Centre, Pratap Nagar
6. Paan
Where: Sunita Pan and Juice, Dhantoli
7. Jalebi
Where: Haryana Special Jalebi, Dobi Nagar
8. Sheermal and Rott
Where: Hafeez Bakery Mohammad Ali Rd, Mominpura
9. Patodi and Kadhi
A trip to Nagpur is incomplete with tasting its Maharashtrian dishes like bhakar, patodi etc. Patodi and kadhi is a widely popular Maharashtrian Besan curry. This curry is served in a spicy gravy and is eaten with roti or bhakri. It is a must try Maharashtrian dish which offers you the true taste of Nagpur with its assortment of spices.
Where: Patodiwala's Joint, Near Nagpur Tehsil Office
10. Tandoori Chicken
A non - vegetarian meal is incomplete without Tandoori chicken. If your connoisseur's heart loves the taste of a miscellany of spices, then this dish in Joey's word is your Everest! If you want to get a bite of the spiciest and juiciest Tandoori chicken, then this street food in Nagpur is perfect for you! This dish is served red hot along with an array of chutneys to choose from.
Where: Hyderabad Tandoori Chicken, Chandni Chowk
11. Santra Barfi
This dessert is orange in colour hence the name. Santra burfi is a kind of fudge and is readily available in most of the sweet shops in Nagpur. Also known as Orange barfi, it is the trademark delicacy of Haldiram. It is creamy, tangy and oranges sweet. It's the best pick for the sweet tooth.
Where: Shree Heera Sweets in Itwari
The orange city also serves a disparate of ice cream to melt anyone's heart. With pleasant weather and a great variety of street food in Nagpur, it plays host to a vast number of connoisseurs and travel enthusiasts from around the globe.