Food

 Chappan Dukan – a must go

Indore’s Chappan Dukan area has been named so because there are 56 (pronounced ‘chappan’ in Hindi) shops set-up parallel to each other. This locality is haven for food lovers. From morning to night, the eateries cater to the hungry diners gathering under their roof for a quick bite. Some of the popular sweets shops and restaurants of Indore are located in this area. 

Night Eateries

Craving for typical Indian street food at night, but do not know where to go? Take the ride to Sarafa Street where vendors sell everything right from chaat, kachori and dahi wada to jalebi and halwa. It is a market that comes alive post sunset and remains busy till the next dawn.

1. Dahi Bada

Soft vadas & yummy masalas!

Dahi Bada, or Dahi Vada as we call it, is extremely famous in Indore. The best place to taste most of the street food dishes is at Sarafa Bazaar. Try out the Dahi Bada at Joshi Dahi Bada House, Sarafa. The badas here are prepared in style, with them sometimes being tossed in the air, much like a pizza base! The masala sprinkled on it is out of this world and you must taste it to believe it.

2. Poha Jalebi

A combination of sweet, spicy & crunchy!

This is a very popular breakfast dish among the citizens of Indore. While you might wonder how the sweetness of jalebi and the saltiness of poha will be together, the truth is, it's a wonderful combination! Farsan or namkeen sev is also sprinkled on the poha, to add a crunchy texture to the soft grains. Biting into a juicy jalebi in the midst of eating poha, will provide your tastebuds with a truly delightful experience. You will find the best Poha Jalebi at Young Tarang, Chappan Dukan. 

3.  Khatta Samosa

Delicious triangles stuffed with a unique filling!

Who doesn't love samosas, right? In Indore, the samosas taste really different. They are rightly called khatta, as they have a pleasantly tangy taste. It's served with their signature chutney on the side, which helps add a bit of sweetness to the tanginess. The most delicious Khatta Samosas can be had at Swadisht Samosa Corner in Sarafa Bazaar.