Indian Food

Ever wonder why a simple potato fritter in a bun has Mumbaikars queuing up at street corners at all hours? Vada pav is Mumbai’s soul food—crispy, spicy, and costs less than your morning coffee. Ashok Vada Pav in Dadar leads the pack with over 18,000 Google reviews, but several challengers are giving it serious competition...

Ever wonder why Delhi’s chaat scene has locals queuing up at tiny street corners instead of fancy restaurants? The capital’s chaat culture is having a serious moment right now, with neighborhood stalwarts pulling in thousands of five-star reviews. Shiva chat bhandar in Paschim Vihar leads the pack with a near-perfect 4.9-star rating, though several other...

Ever wonder where Mumbaikars go when the craving for slow-cooked Kashmiri lamb hits hard? Rogan josh – that aromatic, Kashmiri red curry simmered with yogurt and whole spices – has become the litmus test for any serious Mughlai restaurant in the city. From heritage spots in Byculla to polished dining rooms in Juhu, these six...