Delhi Old Delhi Culinary Pilgrimage — Paratha Alleys and 400-Year-Old Mughal Cuisine
The Chandni Chowk area in Old Delhi is a district densely populated with long-standing establishments dating back to the Mughal Empire. Since the alleys are like a maze, haggle over the fare before riding a cycle rickshaw, and drink only bottled water instead of street water or ice. Noting the Veg (green) and Non-Veg (red) markings on restaurant menus makes ordering easier, and it is safest to start with "medium spicy" for spiciness.
Karims (Karim s)
Karim's
Paranthe Wali Gali
Paranthe Wali Gali
Old Famous Jalebi Wala
Old Famous Jalebi Wala
Moti Mahal Bridge (Moti Mahal)
Moti Mahal, Daryaganj
Khan Chacha
Khan Chacha
Karims (Karim s)
Karim's
A long-standing Mughal restaurant established in 1913. The combination of mutton korma and butter naan is recommended. It is located in the alley next to Gate 1 of Jama Masjid.
Paranthe Wali Gali
Paranthe Wali Gali
A paratha specialty alley dating back to the 1870s. Fried stuffed paratha served with curd and chutney; morning visits are quiet.
Old Famous Jalebi Wala
Old Famous Jalebi Wala
A renowned establishment for thick Jallebi fried in ghee (butter oil) since 1884. The proper way to enjoy the freshly fried, hot Jallebi is to eat it immediately.
Moti Mahal Bridge (Moti Mahal)
Moti Mahal, Daryaganj
The original restaurant famous for inventing Butter Chicken and Dal Makhani. Let's start with Tandoori Chicken and finish with Butter Chicken.
Khan Chacha
Khan Chacha
A famous kebab roll shop at Khan Market. The Chicken Tikka Roll at Rumali Roti is the signature item, perfect for a quick snack while shopping.
