Why wait for a group tour when you can explore Delhi’s culinary treasures on your own terms? Whether you’re a street food enthusiast or a first-time visitor, here’s a flavorful self-guided food tour you can do in a day—complete with local tips, dishes you can’t miss, and how to pay easily using the Mony app 💸.
🕗 Morning (8 AM – 11 AM)
1. Old Delhi (Chandni Chowk)
- Eat this: Bedmi Puri, Nagori Halwa, Jalebi
- Try at: Shyam Sweets, Old Famous Jalebi Wala
- Price: ₹50–₹150
- Local rating: ★★★★☆ (4.5/5)
- Why go: Authentic breakfast from Delhi’s historic core
- 📸 Instagram: #ChandniChowkEats
2. CR Park (Kolkata in Delhi)
- Eat this: Luchi-Aloo, Egg Chop, Mishti Doi
- Try at: CR Park Market 1 Stalls
- Price: ₹100–₹200
- Local rating: ★★★★☆ (4.4/5)
- Why go: Bengali flavors in a bustling morning market
- 📸 Instagram: #CRParkFood
3. Majnu Ka Tilla
- Eat this: Tibetan Butter Tea, Shabaley, Laphing
- Try at: Ama Café, Tee Dee
- Price: ₹150–₹300
- Local rating: ★★★★☆ (4.6/5)
- Why go: Cozy cafes and unique breakfast combos
- 📸 Instagram: #MajnuKaTillaEats
4. Kamla Nagar
- Eat this: Chole Bhature, Masala Chai
- Try at: Chacha Di Hatti
- Price: ₹100–₹200
- Local rating: ★★★★☆ (4.6/5)
- Why go: North Campus’s iconic food zone
- 📸 Instagram: #KamlaNagarChole
🕗 Afternoon (1 PM – 4 PM)
1. Amar Colony (Lajpat Nagar)
- Eat this: Tandoori Momos, Keema Pav
- Try at: Hunger Strike, Anand Ji
- Price: ₹100–₹250
- Local rating: ★★★★☆ (4.7/5)
- Why go: Bold flavors and youth favorite
- 📸 Instagram: #AmarColonyFood
2. Jama Masjid / Matia Mahal
- Eat this: Seekh Kebab, Sheermal, Kheer
- Try at: Karim’s, Al Jawahar
- Price: ₹200–₹400
- Local rating: ★★★★★ (4.8/5)
- Why go: Iconic Mughlai street food
- 📸 Instagram: #MatiaMahalFood
3. Lajpat Nagar Central Market
- Eat this: Ram Laddoo, Chaat, Kulfi
- Try at: Vendor Stalls
- Price: ₹50–₹150
- Local rating: ★★★★☆ (4.3/5)
- Why go: Affordable and crispy street eats
- 📸 Instagram: #LajpatNagarFood
4. South Ex / Defence Colony
- Eat this: Kathi Rolls, Dahi Kebabs
- Try at: Kebab Gali, Nizam’s
- Price: ₹150–₹350
- Local rating: ★★★★☆ (4.5/5)
- Why go: Modern Delhiites’ hangout for good eats
- 📸 Instagram: #SouthDelhiEats
🕗 Night (8 PM – 12 AM)
1. Connaught Place
- Eat this: Chur Chur Naan, Tandoori Chicken
- Try at: Odeon Sweets, Kake Da Hotel
- Price: ₹200–₹400
- Local rating: ★★★★☆ (4.6/5)
- Why go: Central and buzzing
- 📸 Instagram: #CPFoodTrail
2. Rajinder Da Dhaba (Safdarjung Enclave)
- Eat this: Butter Chicken, Fish Tikka
- Try at: Rajinder Da Dhaba
- Price: ₹300–₹500
- Local rating: ★★★★★ (4.9/5)
- Why go: Legendary Delhi food stop
- 📸 Instagram: #RajinderDaDhaba
3. North Campus (Hudson Lane)
- Eat this: Burgers, Waffles, Loaded Fries
- Try at: Big Yellow Door, Rico’s
- Price: ₹200–₹350
- Local rating: ★★★★☆ (4.4/5)
- Why go: College vibes and budget eats
- 📸 Instagram: #HudsonLaneEats
✅ Final Tips
- Carry water and tissues
- Use the Mony app for safe, tap-free payments
- Wear comfy shoes—you’ll walk a lot
- Start early, eat slowly!