Indore (Madhya Pradesh): You become a foodie, undoubtedly, the day you step in Indore. Known as the central India's food capital, Indore serves you with a variety of delicacies influenced from Maharashtrian, Gujarati and of course Malwa-Nimar culture.
But…whatever the cuisine be, one dish remains equally tempting in each corner of India (most of it), which is ‘Pani puri’ and ‘Chaat’.
Is it possible that the subtle combination of these two dishes may have invented the mouth-watering, crispy and irresistible ‘Papdi Chaat?’
Possible or not, Indoreans love papdi chaat and if you are craving for some, here are the best places in Ahilyanagari where you can munch on these little bites bursting with flavours.
1. Sister & Bro
This amazing stall is located in Bhawarkuan’s Indrapuri colony which is run by a man who warmly addresses his customers calling them ‘brother’ and ‘sister.’ The spot is mainly crowded with college going students.
Here you can taste one of the most delicious plates of papdi chaat with dahi, chutney, spices, sev and pomegranate seeds. The unforgettable will make you visit the place again and again!
2. Danka
If you are a hygiene freak, Danka is the best option for you. There are many Danka outlets in Indore, but you can rely on the stalls located near MR 9 square (beside C21 Mall) and the one in 56 Dukaan.
If you are looking for a new twist in Papdi Chaat, you can also try Dhi Bhalla Papdi Chaat!
3. Jain Mishthan Bhandar Pipliyahana
Along with, numbers of delicious snacks, JMB Pipliyahana also serves tasty and crispy Papdi chaat.
4. The Agra Junction
Offering outside seating, this place serves you with numbers of snacks including papdi chaat. You must try their Dahi Papdi Chaat and Dahi puri.
Address: Shop G 16, Ground Floor, Zodiac Mall, opposite Agarwal Public School, Sampat Farms, Scheme No 140.
5. Ghanshyam Chaat House
Ghanshyam Chaat House is famous for its pani puri, served for over 50 years. Their specialty is the big, crispy-yet-soft puris, served with flavorful pani that is mildly tangy. Imagine how tasty their papdi chaat would be!
Address: Yashwant Ganj, M.T Cloth Market, Maharaja Tukoji Rao Holker Cloth Market, Indore.
6. Goswami Chaat Chaupati
This place serves a a different kind of papdi chaat, with is not dry and crispy, but filled with 'chhole.' The dish is also called as Handi Chaat of Bundelkhand.
Address: Scheme No. 54, Vijay Nagar, Near Rajshree Apollo Hospital, in front of Kasturi Sabhagrah, beside Tinku Chaupati.
7. Chaat Street