The capital of Uttarakhand, Dehradun is known for its culture and history. Immortalized by author Ruskin Bond in many of his stories, this tourist hot spot has become even more popular in recent years as connectivity has improved.
Local food carts are a common sight all over the place and serve a great purpose as many that visit are on tight budgets and schedules. Good food, easily available on the move, will give you an insight on what keeps the locals going in this city.
If you happen to be visiting the city, be sure to take along our list of 12 best street food in Dehradun to experience the city through its delectable foods.
- MOMOS
The momo has always been a popular local roadside snack all over the city and around. Made with all sorts of delicious fillings, both vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian, wrapped in a thin sheet of dough, steamed or fried, and served with a spicy dipping sauce, these little dumplings can go down fast!
K.C. Momos a little ahead from Silver City is famous for these scrumptious morsels, as well as their soups. Head here for absolutely the best mutton momos in the city.
Where- K.C Momos, Rajpur Road
2. Chhole Poori
What could be more satisfying than a bowl of piping-hot chhole and crispy pooris? This spicy chickpea gravy, or chhole, is a common sight at many roadside vendors all across the city and as such has become one of the more popular street food dishes to make a mini meal of on the go.
If you have a craving for some superb chhole poori while in Dehradun, then you need to head to Chetan Poori Wala at Hanuman Chowk. It is the best in the city and they have been featured on a few food shows, too.
- Where: Hanuman Chowk
3. Chowmein
The proximity of Dehradun to China is probably the main reason there are so many influences and similarities in the food and even culture of the two. Chowmein, a delicious stir-fried Chinese noodle dish, with fresh, crisp vegetables and slivers of meat, is a common sight being tossed up around street corner carts all over.
For some great chowmein in the city you have to visit he famous Bobby Fast Food Corner. Open only in the evenings post 5 till midnight, they serve many other great Indo-Chinese delights, too.
Where: Opposite Orient Cinema, Gandhi Park, Dehradun
4. Paneer Samosa
Every state, city and even locality seems to have its own version of this deep-fried snack and Dehradun is no exception. The samosa’s flaky pastry, usually stuffed with spicy potato is a hungry travellers delight.
In Dehradun, a little stall near Bindal Bridge has added their own mouthwatering twist to this already delicious delight. The paneer samosas available at Jaina Ke Samose are like nothing you have had, with fresh cottage cheese and light crust, they are a must try if you are in the city.
- Where: Chakrata Roa
5. Tandoori Momos
Usually steamed or fried, the momo is a common snack found all over Dehradun, especially around street corners in busy areas, catering to the general public walking by and look for a quick bite. For an unusual twist to the well known and loved dumpling, Lala Jees Angithi is serving them grilled over a tandoor with a variety of stuffings and dips.
Also available are other tandoori delights but be sure to come here and sample the momos as they are something you have probably not tried before.
- Where: Chakrata Road
6. The Buffet Snacks Shop, Rajpur Road
Spot the best Burgers & Bread Rolls across the city at The Buffet! Buffet Snacks Shop is a small fast food joint located in Rajpur Road opposite to Gandhi Park. It is one of the famous fast food corners where you can enjoy the perfect crispy burgers at the price as low as Rs 18. No, we are not joking! The most amazing thing is it can beat Mcdonald’s burgers. Apart from Burgers, you can enjoy Bread rolls, all types of shakes & coffee at a very nominal price.
8. Milk Rusks at Standard Bakery
Standard Bakery is another of Dehradun’s famous bakeries, and its rusks are a must try for every tea and coffee lover. Soft and crisp at the same time, these rusks live up to their decades-long legacy. Its difficult to have a better tea in Dehradun without a rusk from Standard Bakery. A number of people from all over India get these rusks parcelled to them, a testament to their quality. Definitely pick up a packet when you’re in Dehradun.
9. Butter Toffees from Ellora’s Bakery
Dehradun has a strong bakery culture, and many of its bakeries have been functional since the British period. Ellora is one of these renowned bakeries, and it offers the best butter toffees in the world. They are called Stick Jaws and are as sinful as they are delectable. You can take your pick from the regular butter flavor or the chocolate flavor, which are equally good. First timers, should get them from Melting Moments on Rajpur Road, which is the latest branch of Ellora’s Bakery.
10.Ras Malai From Kumar Sweets
Kumar Sweets is one of the most famous vegetarian establishments in Dehradun, with quite a few outlets. Everything on the menu is delicious, from all sorts of sweets to Indian snacks and beverages. But the ras malai, which is served in earthen khullars, is out of this world. Flavoured generously with saffron and soft to the touch, ras malai is definitely something you should try at least once. While you’re at it, also try the savoury snacks
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