Welcome to the vibrant city of Udaipur, located in the heart of Rajasthan, India. Known as the “City of Lakes,” Udaipur is not only famous for its magnificent palaces and scenic landscapes but also for its rich and diverse culinary scene. In this food blog, we will embark on a gastronomic journey through the streets of Udaipur, discovering the authentic flavors, traditional recipes, and hidden gems that make this city a food lover’s paradise.
1. Kulhad Coffee & Hari Mirch Chai Shot
Had enough of Udaipur food? Want to try its delicious beverages next? Try the frothy Kulhad coffee served at Vinod Fast Food or Krishna Ice Cream Parlor that will blow your senses for sure! Whipped up with chocolate sauce and chocolate powder, and overflowing out of the mud kulhad, this coffee is among the most famous street food in Udaipur, especially amongst youngsters.
If you’re more of a ‘chai’ person, then head to Chaifeteria, a modern tea stall in Udaipur that serves 16 amazing varieties of Chai along with noodles, sandwiches, buns, and free Wifi! People swarm to this place in large numbers to try their Hari Mirch Chai Shot, Butter Cheese Maggi, and Chocolate Nutella Bun that is among the best of Udaipur food.
2. Sandwiches And Maggi
Though as simple as they may sound, the sandwiches and spicy Maggi of Bajrang Bali Sandwich in Udaipur will change your concepts of street food forever. Apart from being a famous place for hanging with your buddies, this area is also known to serve some of the best street food in Udaipur that won’t let you down! When looking for some good Udaipur food to appease your hunger pangs, you can always try these extremely delicious Matar-Masala Cheese Sandwiches (INR 60/-) and steaming Maggi topped with vegetables, spices, and lots of cheese!
3. Pav Bhaji
Among the best Udaipur food, Pav Bhaji is yet another delight from the streets of Mumbai that has found its way to the alleys of Rajasthan. Pandit Pav Bhaji is perhaps the best kiosks to enjoy a plate full of spicy bhaji with buttered pavs for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They serve the most lip-smacking Pav Bhaji in town at nominal rates. Other than Pav Bhaji, this place also offers other famous food in Udaipur like Desi Sandwich and Chowmein, but the enormous crowd before the stall is usually only for Pav Bhaji.
4. Paani Puri
No list of the best street food in Udaipur is complete without mentioning Paani Puri, almost every Indian’s favourite street food. Stuffed with mashed potato, ‘chholey masala’, chili flakes, tamarind juice, and served in crunchy puff pastry balls, every plate of Paani Puri (or Gol Gappas) served at Saanwariya is an ecstasy! In fact, this place is known to serve the most famous street food in Udaipur that tantalise the taste buds of visitors, leaving them asking for more!
5. Dabeli
Other than Rajasthani food joints in Udaipur, one will also find a variety of Mumbai’s street food in the same lanes wafting delicious delicacies. From Vada Pav’s to Dabeli, you can get a taste of almost every dish of Mumbai at Shanker Ji’s stall in Panchwati, one of the best places to eat street food in Udaipur. They serve these steaming Pavs fresh with fried veggies, spices, ‘sev’, and loads of love, all at a price of INR 20. Also, try their Aloo Vada.
6. Daal Baati Choorma
How can one talk about the Udaipur famous foods and miss out on Daal Baati Choorma? And we’re not just talking about any Daal Baati, but the popular one served at Manoj Prakash Center. An authentic Rajasthani dish, Daal Baati and Daal Poodi is available at many Udaipur food stalls, but it is here that its taste will satisfy your taste buds, and your soul! Savour a sumptuous bowl of daal served here with 6 to 7 poodis or baatis along with free onions and lemons all at just INR 30/-.
7. Bread Pakora
The joy of spending an evening at Fatehsagar turns manifold the moment you smell bread pakoras in the air. Fresh, hot, and dripping with oil, the bread pakoras prepared here by Ajay Bhai are among the best street food in Udaipur. Stuffed with fried mashed potato masala, dipped in ‘besan’ mixture, deep fried, and served with fried salted chilies, these triangular bread slices are nothing but pure joy priced at a mere INR 10/-.
8. Kachoris
Kachoris are not just the most famous food in Udaipur, but all over Rajasthan. These deep fried, spicy, crispy snacks come in varieties of stuffings – pulses (Dal Kachori), Onions (Pyaaz Kachori), Curd (Dahi Kachori), and more. Served steaming hot with chutney, this tempting street food is available all over the city, but for the best ones, foodies like to head to either Pratapgarh Chaat Wala outside Central Jail or Shri Lala Mishtan.
9. Mini Mirchi Bada
Among the most famous street food in Udaipur is the Mini Mirchi Bada of Manak Balaji who has been making this savoury and spicy delight since 1967. Don’t be surprised to find a mile-long queue of both foreigners and Udaipur’s residents outside his tiny shop between 6:30 PM to 10 PM. Manak Balaji has got his own unique way of preparing these addictive Mirchi Badas and no one can copy his style! Do try these deep fried small chilies filled with potatoes, spices, and lemon juice.
10. Boiled Egg Bhurji
The Egg Curry Stand in front of the Chetak Cinema serves some of the best street food in Udaipur. Their delicious plate of Egg Bhurji comes highly recommended for food lovers living in or visiting the city. We bet you’ll keep coming back for more of that marvelous combination of scrambled eggs, sautéed vegetables, and a variety of spices. Make sure you don’t leave the city without trying this Udaipur food speciality invented by the ‘Egg King of Udaipur’.
11. Paan
You don’t have to go all the way to Banaras to have an amazing paan because you can have it right here at Bansi Paan shop in Udaipur. This shop has existed in Udaipur for 50 years and lures people for its delectable paan. The betel leaves filled with gulkand, dates, fennel seeds, ksear, and supari will leave your taste buds satisfied. You can choose from a wide variety of paan.
12. Jalebi
Rajasthani may savour spicy food but they also have sweet teeth. How else would you explain the deliciousness of Jalebis served at Bhole Mishthan. Fried in 100% desi ghee, these jalebis taste amazing when served hot. Foodies can taste the distinct flavour of cardamom used in the syrup. Even diet crazers won’t be able to resist themselves. If you are seeking some of the sweetest Udaipur famous foods, this one is worth a try!
13. Falooda
If you ever feel like having dessert after your sumptuous dinner, then head to Sindhi Falooda Joint for a cool plate of falooda. This comes as more than a relief after gorging on all that spicy food on your Udaipur darshan. This falooda joint is very popular among locals. So, make sure you grab your plate by 8:00 pm before it gets all sold out. You can choose from various different flavors but Kesar Pista is the most popular.
14. Vada Pav
Though it really is a Maharashtrian dish, Vada pav also has a huge fan following in Udaipur as well. Head to Poornima Vada Pav stall for lip smacking and spicy vada pav. You won’t be able to stop at having just one because it is so delicious. That crispy potato patty between soft buns and spread of chutneys will have you drooling in no time. If you are hunting for the best food in Udaipur with spicy touches, then it is a must. The shop has been up and running for the past 7 years.
15. Poha
India runs on Poha. It is not only a staple breakfast for people across the country but also the masses’ favorite. Poha at Jain Nashta Centre in Udaipur is the local’s favorite place for breakfast. Topped with sev and pomegranate, this is a must to try on your Udaipur trip. Also try samosas, chai, namkeen, and coffee at this shop.
