Located on the banks of river Vishwamitri, Vadodara is known as the Sanskari Nagari of India. Keeping apart the culture and the immense beauty of this place, it is also a heaven for
foodies. This article describes the 9 best places to have street food in Vadodara.
1.) Mahakali Sev Usal
Located near the famous Kirti Stambh, this place is no less of a tourist place for Barodians and their relatives coming from all over the country and abroad. Started in 1989, Mahakali Sev Usal serves more than 20 varieties of Sev Usal today. It has also received multiple awards for its food. It is a famous breakfast joint in the city and runs busy throughout the day. Do not miss out on their Cheese Sev Usal and Masala Sev if you happen to go there.
2.) Sai Deep Dabeli
Dabeli is one such street food that you cannot miss when in Vadodara and the best place you ask - it has to be Saideep
Dabeli. Located near Sangam Char Rasta (crossroads) this place serves a large variety of Dabeli from Jain to Cheese Butter Sev Dungali Dabeli. And the best part about them is their reasonably priced menu - it is definitely worth the price. The place also maintains very good hygiene and their token systems prevents overcrowding.
3.) Tasty Vadapav
Well, even Mumbaikars do not miss out on Tasty VAdapav when they are in Vadodara - do I need to say anymore? This is a must try place if you are a fan of spicy food. They serve normal vada pav too but the spicy ones are inexplicably good. It has many branches in Vadodara and is another pocket friendly place in the town. Do not miss out on their Masala Cheese Vadapav - the taste of the red masala they use is something you do not want to miss out!
4.) Nanking Chinese
While there are tons of roadside stalls for Desi Chinese - this one is the favorite of most Barodians. Started as a small stall, Naan King Chinese is now a shop - a one stop solution to satiate all your desi chinese cravings. Their entire menu is amazing and has a lot varieties and all the
items taste exemplary. But one uncommon item that you should definitely try there is their Crispy noodles - it will definitely make you drool.
5.) Manmohan Samosa
Want to grab a quick bite before starting your morning schedule or end your evening leaving your tastebuds pleased? Well then, you have to visit Manmohan Samosa Centre. In spite of having samosawalas in the entire city, this place has its own charm and attracts Barodians even in the middle of the traffic of the city. The onions and the chutney they provide,
locally knows as Kadhi is like a cherry on the top.
6.) Raju Patti Samosa
While we have discussed the best place for our normal samosas, Patti Samosas are a whole different category and Raju Patti Samosa is the place you need to visit for them. Located in Mandvi, this roadside place provides crispy, fresh and of course scrumptious samosas which will leave your taste buds wanting more. Once again, it is an extremely pocket friendly place where you can go grab a quick bite.
7.) Bombay Sandwich
Even though the name says Bombay Sandwich - true Mumbaikars would also agree that its best served in Vadodara. If you are looking for your traditional sandwich - veggies, chutney and cheese - Bombay Sandwich is your safe haven. Just like any international food chain, these stalls will give you the same taste every single time. Also remember, there is nothing like too much cheese. Another item on the menu which has my heart is the cheese samosa sandwich. Do not miss on that.
8.) BOB Pani Puri
It is a sin to talk of street food and not mention Paani Puri. Every person in Baroda has their goto Paani Puri wale bhaiya - that you can go and come back in 10 mins, but this bhaiya is for the entire city of Vadodara. The Pani Puri Walas near Bank of Baroda serve Pani Puri which will always leave you asking for more. They serve hot panipuri with ragda as well as cold panipuri and both of them are heavenly. This place is also famous for variety of chaats and you should definitely try your hand at couple of them when in town.
9.) Pyaarelal Kachori
This place has been serving Kachori in Vadodara for more than 50 years now and people from generation to generation have been going there. While people outside of Gujarat always perceive it as Moong Dal Kachori or Pyaaz Kachori, this is just another form of Bhel Puri Chaat that we have. Crispy Kachori filled with a variety of condiments like chutneys and onions and mangoes on top - it just cannot get better. While the taste might not be the same as it was a few years down the line, Pyaarelal Kachori still makes it to my list of Top 9 favorite street food spots.
These are a few handpicked places that serve the best street food in Vadodara. If you are in town, you cannot afford to miss the actual taste of Vadodara. Comment below your favorite places to eat street food. Also add your favourite places in case we missed out any.
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