Indore, the culinary capital of Madhya Pradesh, is famous for its vibrant street food culture. The food bazaars draw crowds from not just the city but from all over the country. Its epithet of being one of the cleanest cities in India extends to its food markets. In 2021, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India awarded the 'Clean Street Food Hub' tag to two popular markets 'Sarafa Bazaar' and '56 Dukan'. These bazaars along with a few other shops offer a diverse range of lip-smacking snacks, drinks and desserts and some unique creations like poha jalebi, which have put Indore on the global map of culinary destinations.
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Poha jalebi is a popular street food item in Indore.
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Indore's culinary culture has been influenced by the city's Marwari and Maharashtrian demographic. And the various street food shops give the ideal opportunity to walk the culinary path of Indore.
Here're 10 Popular Street Food Shops In Indore:
1. Jai Bhola Jaleba Bhandar, Sarafa Bazaar
If you want to impress your sweet tooth, head to Jai Bhola Jaleba Bhandar where you will get giant-sized jalebi that they call 'jaleba'. The hot jaleba is paired with cold rabri, creating a heavenly dessert that you just can't resist.
2. A1, Sarafa Bazaar
Indore's Bhutte Ki Khees is unlike the common bhutta we get everywhere. It is mashed corn simmered in milk and spices. While you'll get it in multiple shops in Sarafa Bazaar, we recommend trying it at A1.
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3. Joshi Dahi Vada House, Sarafa Bazaar
You cannot miss the famous 'flying dahi bhalla' from Joshi Dahi Vada House. Besides being yummy, the chaat is famous for the way it is made by the vendor. Read more about it here. Also, have their flavourful kesar chai served in kulhad cups.
Dahi bhalla is loved all across the country.
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4. Young Tarang, Chappan Dukan
Young Taran is a popular haunt for the famous poha jalebi and other delicacies. Salty poha is paired with sweet and juicy jalebi, a combination that the people of Indore swear by. You can also choose from their delicious chaat items, including sabudana khichdi.
5. Vijay Chaat, Chappan Dukan
Vijay Chaat offers mouth-watering kachoris or 'Khopra Patties' as they call it. They make different versions of the patty but the potato patty with grated coconut is what the locals throng the place for.
Johny Hot Dogs, Chappan Dukan
6. Johny Hot Dogs
You may be surprised to know that hot dog is quite a popular street food in Indore. And Johny Hot Dogs is just the place to have it. They make both vegetarian and non-vegetarian hot dogs. Besides the hot dog, Egg Benjo is also loved by the food shop.
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7. Anantanand, Jail Road
If your palate is demanding spice and lots of it, have the usal poha at Aanantanand without giving it a second thought. This fiery poha brims with the goodness of moong dal and is smeared with dark red spicy sauce, which is worth a try.
8. Saagar Juice Centre, Malhar Ganj
You'll need refreshing drinks to wash down all the satiating foods that you'll have in Indore. Saagar Juice Corner provides as many as 40 varieties of juices and shakes. We tried Paan Gulkand juice which tempts you with a medley of different flavours.
9. Nema Sweets, Bombay Bazaar
Is there anything better than a hydrating glass of nimbu pani after a hearty meal of chaats? Nema Sweets offers a range of sweets but their shikanji is all you need for your food trail in Indore on a hot sunny day.
10. Shree Mahalaxmi Moong Ke Bhajiye, Press Complex
Bhajiya, similar to pakodas, are available across the country. But the moong dal bhajiya here is something else. It is served with green coriander chutney and a side of onion and radish. Simply mind-blowing!
Indore's street food is what makes the city a popular tourist destination. The food bazaars are worth visiting at least once in a lifetime.