9 Best Street Foods  From India 

Apr 25, 2025, 23:26 IST

Sneha Swaminathan

Aloo Tikki   

Every menu is incomplete without the delectable Aloo Tikki, whether it’s for a wedding, a house party, a market stroll, or a trip to the mall. Strangely and tastily, though its actual origin is uncertain, it can be found in every Indian state. 

Puchkas  

This tangy, minty street food delicacy, also known as Gol Gappas and Pani Puri, is the perfect cure for all your mood swings. Puchkas, which are insanely popular among Indian women, taste best when eaten at a roadside eatery. 

Vada Pao  

Vada Pao is like a spicy burger that is popular among Mumbaikars. Everyone, from a high school student to a wealthy businessman, visits a vada pao booth at some point during the day in Mumbai. 

Dabeli  

Dabeli is a snack that originated in Kutch. You might be astonished to know that about 20 lakh dabelis are eaten every day in the Kutch area. It is a spicy snack cooked as a blend of mashed potatoes and a unique dabeli masala which is then packed into a bun like a burger and garnished with pomegranate kernels and peanuts

Chhole Bhature 

Originally a popular street snack in parts of Punjab, this dish is now popular throughout North India. The delectable chickpeas cooked in a spice blend are served with fried bread made up primarily of white flour.  

Mirchi Bajji 

We’ve all have tasted and relished Mirch ke Pakode (fritters), but trust me when I say that none of them compare to the ones available in Hyderabad. Mirchi Bajjis are absolute bliss.  

Litti Chokha 

Litti Chokha, the Bihari variant of Daal Bati Choorma, is a meal from traditional Bihari cuisine that can be consumed at any time of day. Litti Chokha is an epic rescuer from hunger, whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, brunch, or dinner. 

Thukpa Soup 

This Tibetan dish is made up of long noodles, strong spices, and fresh vegetables. The flavourful noodle soup will keep you warm throughout Arunachal Pradesh’s harsh winters.

Poha Jalebi

Poha-Jalebi, a sweet and spicy combination, is a well-known street food dish in Madhya Pradesh, particularly Indore and Bhopal.