Kolkata – the Cultural Capital of In is a heaven for foodies and especially for people with a sweet tooth. Bengali sweets are famous and certainly needs no introduction, however; the spicy, tangy and absolutely mouth-watering street food of Kolkata will leave you undecided on whether you like the spicy Bengali cuisine more or the melting flavors of the sweetmeats. Add to that the traditional Chinese and Tibetan food that are found here and you’re spoilt for choices.https://queenji.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=19384&action=edit

Kolkata Street Food: Famous Dishes & Places 2024

Here’s a list of 20 best street food experiences in Kolkata 

1. Puchka at Vivekananda

If there’s some place in Kolkata where each and every phuchkawallah makes a phuchka to die for, it is this. Among other Kolkata street food, the papri chat, dum aloo phuchkas and dahl phuchkas here are to die for! On a good day, you might be able to spot a Tollywood celebrity or two lined up for these tangy mouthfuls of heaven. Maharaja Chat Centre, Southern Avenue is your go-to place here. Churmuri, a cousin of the phuchka family is another delicacy too hard to resist. Combined with tangy masalas, tituli gala (tamarind pulp), mashed potato and broken papyri’s, churmuri is simply heavenly. Bhawani pore is another must-visit place for good, nay, GREAT phuchkas and street food.https://queenji.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=19369&action=edit

2. Kathie Rolls at Zaikai

Did you know the now famous ‘Kathi Rolls’ were first invented in Kolkata? This shop called Zaika owns the credit to the delicious stuffing wrapped in thin roti that is now found in every city. Though there have been variations and twists as it found its way across cities, the original and authentic Kathi Rolls can still be found at Zaika. For more lip smacking? rolls, try Nizam’s and Badshah in New Market and Kusum’s and Hot Kathie Roll in Park Street!https://queenji.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=19384&action=edit

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3. Luchi & Aloo Dom at Fairlie

Fairlie Place is the central business district of Calcutta and you can see people in formal attire pacing the street either on the phone or with a newspaper in hand. The street is filled with a string of stalls selling everything from chats to full meals. However, the most famous dish here is the Luchi – Alu Dom. Luchi is similar to the puris while Alu Dom is the Bengali rendition of Dum Aloo, and Fairlie Place makes it the best. You can also try Kachoris and Rice and Fish curry. Name any sweet, and the chances are that you’ll find it here. The Stock Exchange road is a great place to find Chilla, Dal Pakori and Dahi Chaat.

4. Ghugni Chaat at Dacre Lane

One of the most popular food of Kolkata, Dacre Street, also known as Decker’s Lane has everything you would want to try. From Punjabi to Chinese and the trade mark Bengali dishes, you’ll find it all here. Chowmein, Schezwan chicken, luchi-alu dom, fish roll, Ghugni, Puchkas, Jhali Muri and the list just goes on.What’ss more, the WHO has rated the food here to be one of the Best Street Foods in the World!

5. Mughlai Parathas at Anadi Cabin, Jawaharlal Nehru Road

Rotis stuffed with generous amounts of Chicken Kheema or broken cutlets, onions and eggs, this is the speciality of Anadi Cabin – Mughlai Parathas. Thoughyou’lll find versions of the same in other places in Kolkata but Anadi Cabin serves some of the best and also cheaper Moghlai Parathas. These paranthas add a totally different flavour to the Kolkata street food cuisine!

6. Desi Chinese at China Town, Tiretti Bazaar

Once home to 20,000 Chinese has now drastically declined in number, however, it has not lost its food culture yet. Authentic Chinese with all the traditionally cooked food lures people from all over- especially during the Chinese New Year when the place is decorated with Chinese hangings and little dragons on the shops and houses. Chinese Breakfast consisting of rice dumplings and soup is the most sought-after Chinese preparation while one can also find the Indian version of Chinese. However, you’ve to be an early bird for this one. Visit the place no later than 5.30 AM, stocks last till about 6.30 or 7 AM. You do know that thing about how offers last only until stocks do, right?

7. Dragon Chicken at Lord’s More

Right opposite South City Mall, are a slew of eateries that will take your breath away. Whether you talk about the local phuchkas, chaat, momos, sweet and savory shops, bakeries, or shacks selling Chinese food, there’s nothing to not be loved. Watch out for a certain Dragon Chicken from the smaller establishments while you’re on this stretch.

8. Samosas at Tiwari Brothers, Burrabazaar

If you prefer tea over coffee, then head to the Tiwari Brothers for some ‘special chai’ and hot piping samosas only they are Singaras here. Nonetheless, it’s a fitting combo for the evening and tastes just as delicious.

9. Kachori at Ganguram’s

If you’re in Kolkata, your Kolkata Street Food experience will be incomplete if you don’tt have Kochuri! The Kochuri or Radhabollobi, is one of its kind at Ganguram’ss. To finish, simply wash it down with some amazing Mishti Doi, or treat yourself to their sweet nothings!

10. Momos at Rabindra Sadan Metro Exit

The Tibetan cuisine has always been a favourite in Kolkata, and Rabindra Sadan Metro Exit is one of the best places to have these amazing dumplings. Momos here are served with a piping hot soup and the perfect sauce for accompaniments- the very definition of comfort food! A line of little establishments dot this area and they are always flocked by students and office goers in large numbers. The momos here are breathtaking, and the low prices will leave you amazed and craving for more!

11. Tela Bhaja at Kalika Mukhorochok Telebhaja, College Street

An almost 50-year-old shop has made its name of selling the best Telebhaja in the city. Telebhaja is deep fried snacks and you can find everything from brinjal fries to fried fish, egg chops to mutton chops and all of these sell out in a couple of hours. They are open only in the evenings from 4 PM to 8 PM and has people fighting to place orders, if you go after 7.30 PM chances are you’ll have very fewer options to choose from. Gariahat and Fairlie Place are other favorite destinations for the Bengali’s favorite telebhaja!

12. Mishti Doi at Balaram Mullick & Radharam Mullick, Bhawanipore

The dripping Roshogolla, thick Misti Doi, innumerable varieties of Sandesh, mouthfuls of Rasmalai, unmatched Rajbhog and the sweet Payesh; it is impossible to come to and not head for a sweetshop. Though these sweetmeats are found practically everywhere in Kolkata, Balaram Mullick and Radharam Mullick are nothing short of a brand when it comes to sweets in Kolkata. You’ve not Kolkata Street Food until you’ve visited this amazing sweet shop. The fusion sweets, along with the traditional crowd favourites are ones to die for. Besides this, KC Das, Girish Chandra Dey and Nakur Chandra Nandy are worship places for Mishti when it comes to Kolkata! 

13. Fish Fry at Golpark Crossing

Fish Fry is one speciality of Kolkata that I’m still wondering why Gourmet cuisine hasn?t discovered yet. At Golpark 5-point crossing, on the Gariahat Side, is a small shop that sells the most amazing fish fries ever. Try their butterfish fry, which is a speciality, and you will be a fan.

16. Fruit Kulfi at Camac Street

Kulfi is a frozen dessert that originated in Delhi during the Mughal era in the 16th century. It’s made from milk, sugar, and a flavoring like cardamom or saffron, and is often described as traditional Indian ice cream. Kulfi is denser than ice cream because it’s not churned while freezing, and it melts more slowly. 

Here are some things to know about kulfi:

• IngredientsKulfi is made with milk, sugar, and a flavoring like cardamom or saffron. Cream, chopped nuts, or fruit purees can also be added. 
• FlavorsKulfi comes in many flavors, including traditional flavors like cardamom, saffron, and pistachios, and fruity flavors like mango. 
• CaloriesKulfi has fewer calories, fat, and sugar than traditional ice cream. A 1.6 oz kulfi bar has about 80 calories and 7g of sugar. 
• NameThe word “kulfi” comes from the Persian word qulfi, which means “covered cup”. 

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