13 Late Night Restaurants In Hyderabad For Midnight Munchies

India thrives on food. That’s why, India’s love for food is not bound with any time or days in a calendar. Every day, every second is a meal time. And when you are in a state like Hyderabad, going to sleep with mid- night cravings is not at all possible. Whether your work schedule keeps you awake till late night or you are midnight owl by choice, Hyderabad offers beverages, snacks and meals to fuel your machine.

So, let’s check out the list of late night restaurants in Hyderabad that includes from roadside bandis to posh eateries serving midnight biriyanis and other delicacies in the City of Nizam:

1. Nimrah Café and Bakery

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What: Located just opposite the iconic Charminar of Hyderabad, this historic café let yourself soak into the early morning beauty of the city with a cup of hot Irani chai and a plate of Osmania biscuits. If you are fond of the late night sutta session, this place is ideal to admire the splendid beauty of the city.

Where: Beside Mecca Masjid, Charminar Road, Charminar, Hyderabad

Call up at:  +91 9848089343, +91 40 245 649 09

Recommended Eat: Irani chai with Osmania biscuits, cookies

Timings: 4am to 11pm

Cost for 2: Rs 100 ( approx.)

Mode of Payment: Cash only

Also Read: Lesser Known Restaurants in Hyderabad

2. Lakshman ki Bandi

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What: So, you belong to that group whose office gets over at 6 o’clock in the morning? No worries! With so many Bandis opening at such wee hours of the day you can treat your tummy with finger licking idlies, without taking the pain of cooking after returning home.

Where: Near Mangalhat Road, Gyan Bagh Colony, Begum Bazaar, Hyderabad

Call up at: +91 40 331 65735  

Recommended Eat: Melting butter idlis , vadas

Timings: 6:30am to 4:30pm

Cost for 2: Rs 100 (approx.)

Mode of Payment: Cash only

3. Ram ki Bandi

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What: Hyderabad food itinerary is complete without this famous bandi. Starts from early morning hours, this bandi manages to satisfy all the midnight vampires of the city, prowling around for food.  Dosas and idlies are their specialization. Hence, if South Indian food is your weakness, then you know where you should go for it!

Where: Opposite Karachi Bakery, Mozamjahi Market, Nampally, Hyderabad

Call up at: +91 9014147095    

Recommended Eat: Cheese butter Dosa and Butter Idly (Only vegetarian)

Timings: 3am to 8am

Cost for 2: Rs 150 (approx.)

Mode of Payment: Cash only

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4. Gafoorbhai Shawarma

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What: If you are not fussy in picking up your eatout place, Gafoorbhai’s shabby watchman’s cabin is perfect to calm down your hunger pangs. Though the appearance of the stall might not at all impress you, but the aroma of the mouth watering Shawarma are enough to influence you. Night watchman by profession, Gafoorbhai serves four different Shawarma stuffed in a bun with some toppings.

Where: Opposite Talwalkars, Road 10, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad

Call up at: +91 8143381875    

Recommended Eat: Bun stuffed with Shawarma

Timings: 7:30pm to 5am

Cost for 2: Rs 150 (approx.)

Mode of Payment: Cash only

Also Read: 10 Best Biryani Restaurants In Hyderabad

5. Alhamdulliah Hotel

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What: Being in Hyderabad and not tasting Hyderabadi Biriyani for once is a serious offense. So, if you are in a mood to have it in the middle of the night, Alhamdulliah hotel is there for you. One of the oldest hotels in Hyderabad this midnight eatery promises to treat your taste bud with delicious heavy meat meals. The softness of the kebabs and the burning aroma of the Gosht are surely going to put you in a daze.

Where: 11-2-284, Near Tekki Masjid, Nampally, Hyderabad

Recommended Eat: Hyderabadi Biriyani, tala hua Gosht, mutton (beef) Biriyani, Sheek Kebab,

Timings: 12am to 12am  

Cost for 2: Rs 300 (approx.)

Mode of Payment: Cash only

6. Cream Stone

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What: Summers are approaching. How about eating something cold yet creamy with lots of flavors? Yes, you got me right! Nothing can beat summers than a scoop of yummilicious ice cream. And when it is Cream Stone, nothing exists beyond this. Cream Stone has taken the pain to treat every ice cream lover till 3’o clock at night.  

Where: Ground Floor, Beside Talwar Hyundai, Road 2, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad 500034

Call up at: +91 40 33165746

Recommended Eat: Willy Wonka, Ferrerro Rocher, Oreo delight

Timings: 9:30am to 3am

Cost for 2: Rs 350 (approx.)

Mode of Payment: Cash and card accepted

Also Check: Sea Viewing Eatouts In Chennai

7. Yummy Dogs

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What: Looking for a quick bite? This pocket friendly streetfood place comes as a savior, especially if it is at odd hours like 3am. It is specialized in serving steaming hot dogs with cheese or mayonnaise topping over it. A bite on one such delicious hot dogs is definitely to treat your hunger in the best way.

Where:  Building 9, Raheja IT Park, Hitech City, Hyderabad

Call up at: +91 40 23113455   

Recommended Eat: Veg Mexican hot dog, burgers

Timings: 10am to 6am

Cost for 2: Rs 300 (approx.)

Mode of Payment: Cash and card accepted

8. Hotel Shadab

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What: Been working late and missed your Biriyani treat for dinner? No worries! With Shadab serving steaming hot biriyani pot till late midnight, you won’t be upset anymore. The overall ambience of the place is not impressive. But if you are looking for the best biriyani place, this hotel can be considered. Order for Hyderabadi Biriyani and complement it with Paya .

The place remains crowded almost for the whole day. Hence, visit after midnight is always recommended.

Where:  Plot 21, Opposite Madina Building, High Court Road, Ghansi Bazaar, Hyderabad 500002

Call up at: +91 40 24565949, +91 40 24561648    

Recommended Eat: Shikampuri Kebabs, Nihari, Pakistani Chicken, Qubani Ka Meetha, Paya

Timings: 5am to 2am

Cost for 2: Rs 850 (approx.)

Mode of Payment: Cash only

Check out other hotels in Hyderabad over here. 

9. Café Abbott

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What: If you are in a mood for a hookah session for a late night out with your friend, Café Abbott is your destination. Cozy shacks to sit in, numerable options for smoothies and hookas are the USP of this café.

Where:  Road 33, Behind Quicksilver Showroom, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad 500033

Call up at: +91 40 331 650 87

Recommended Eat: Chicken Sambar Rice, sandwiches, smoothies

Timings: 11am to 3am

Cost for 2: Rs 850 (approx.)

Mode of Payment: Cash and card accepted

Also Read: Best Cafes in Hyderabad

10. Ohri’s Eatmore Coffee Shop

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What: Popular for North Indian food, this place let you enjoy some amazing Indian cuisines. Desserts are their specialization. Hence, if you are visiting this place, make sure you end your meal with a ‘sweet note’.  

Where:  8-2-682/3, Ohri's Banjara, Road 12, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad

Call up at: +91 7675083377, +91 9866778039

Recommended Eat: Chola Bhatura, Chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream, burgers, sandwiches

Timings: 7am to 3pm

Cost for 2: Rs 1000 (approx.)

Mode of Payment: Cash and card accepted

11. Downing Street

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What: If fine dining is your choice, this place is definitely going to suit your taste.  This cozy restro-bar is perfect to hangout with friends with delicious food and drinks to accompany you. As you step inside this place, the classy décor will give you a royal feel of the city.

Where:  10, Ground Floor, My Home Tycoon, Begumpet, Hyderabad

Call up at: +91 7032926106, +91 40 66629323

Recommended Eat: Chicken pepper steak, Shepherd’s pie

Timings: 12pm to 12am    

Cost for 2: Rs 1800 (approx.) for meal, Rs 210 (approx.) for a pint of beer

Mode of Payment: Cash and card accepted

12. The Mustang Bar Hotel GreenPark

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What: A little unknown from the common eat out places in Hyderabad, this late night bar is perfect who wish to start off their weekend on a good mood. Their bar’s collections include every kind of drinks you can imagine of. You just name it and here you get it.

Where:  Hotel Green Park, Begumpet, Hyderabad

Call up at: +91 40 66515151

Recommended Eat:

Timings: 1pm to 2:30am

Cost for 2: Rs1800 (approx) for meal, Rs 195 (approx) for a pint of beer

Mode of Payment: Cash and card accepted

13. The Dining Room Park Hyatt

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What: For all the late night parties or after office parties, this is your destination. Open for 24 hours, this one of the best late night restaurants in Hyderabad lets you enjoy your food and drink without getting bothered by the closing time. Their posh décor is surely going to put you at ease, the moment you step inside.

Where:  Park Hyatt, Road 2, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad

Call up at: +91 40 33165052

Recommended Eat: Scrambled egg, Continental cuisines,

Timings: 24 hours

Cost for 2: Rs 2000(approx)

Mode of Payment: Cash and card accepted

So, next time if you wake up feeling hungry at night or don’t feel like cooking your dinner, you know where you should head off to.

8 Things You Should Never Eat Or Drink On A Plane

Airplane food isn’t the most appetizing meal to devour unless it's first class and you’re eating the freshest of oysters and creme brulees. However, coach food is most definitely equivalent to couch food. As they slip the tray on to the table and you’re uncomfortably adjusting yourself between the tiny inch of free space you realize something just doesn’t look right. It looks wrong, it smells wrong and now that you put that uncooked piece of meat in your mouth it definitely tastes wrong. This is why they’ve so conveniently placed the barf bag in the seat pocket, you know when to use it and it’s definitely not because of turbulence.

 

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So instead of putting yourself through this mayhem, why not get your own food, right? Well, while that might be the smartest thing to do, unfortunately to others you could be "the oversized airplane food" nauseating them. Why? because you then bring in the most horrifying foods to eat. So for the greater good of mankind, we present to you a list of foods & drinks that you should never bring on a plane.

1) Tuna Salad

Oh god that smell, you can sniff that a mile away and suddenly the crying babies don’t bother you so much, you feel sorry for the poor sods that are behind suffocating in the putrid smell of fish. It envelopes the entire plane and then you think how on earth is the guy still eating it? Please don’t gas us like this.

2) Indian Food

 

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I love me some tikka masala myself, but when you’re in a metal tube with a few hundred people it’s probably not the best time to unleash the smell of wrath. I’m sure it smells heavenly for the first few minutes, and I might even salivate but when it lays thick like its owner. You want to gag, spray yourself with febreze and wait for your impending doom.

3) Booze

While airport bars are adults Disneyland, mostly because it’s so expensive and you have to wait in line forever. It’s also where the worst passengers set themselves loose. Every plane has that one guy who drinks himself silly before and after boarding the flight and is literally left with little or no motor skills at all. He’ll slur some stories you don’t want to hear and end up passing out and drooling on your fav onesie the entire journey. Good luck, you.

4) Homemade sandwiches

 

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You, the one with the zippy bag. Yeah, you. You think you’re so cool with your homemade sandwiches, Miss Healthy Sally? However, after all the trauma your sandwich has faced while going through security and being forgotten at several places. It’s finally here, like a war stricken hero. It’s pickled limbs hanging out, a pool of barbeque sauce at its crust and its whole body soaked with the odour of death. I know you’re going to nibble on it and forget it. But we won’t, it’s too late for us to escape, it’s just too late. *sobs*

5) Cheesy Cheetos

Ugh, You know why I dislike you? Because you never offer them. You sit there munching with your satisfied glint, I can hear the crunch a thousand decibels louder and the smell has never been so good. I try making eye contact, but you don’t care. You lick your fingers and I just watch, hopeful that you’ll drop one, but you never do. :(

6) Instant Soup/Noodles

 

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To be honest, it’s just instant mess.The flight attendant will make the rounds so the water is exactly the piping hot you like. You’ll mix the ingredients spilling most of it on the table and maybe yourself. You’ll sip it daintily and everything seems to be fine. Until, of course turbulence hits you drowning you and your co-passenger in scalding hot mess. Ouch.

7) Peanut Butter Jelly Time? NO.

This is because you’re a nice person. Literally, everyone is allergic to Peanuts and it can get really ugly if they get that reaction. So, it’s your duty as a good citizen to not kill them with your humble peanut butter jelly sandwich. Who knew PBJ was destined for such mass destruction? Life is in your hands, so drop that sandwich and nobody will get hurt. Good boy.

8) Chewing Gum

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Plain and simple, it’s annoying. The constant clicking of the tongue, the #fail bubble burst that splatters all over his/her face and then you have to watch them pick it out bit by bit. The whole process is cringeworthy and unnecessary. What really disgusts people is the blatant disregard of tissue papers and suddenly your co-passenger is a 6 yr snotty kid who sticks gum under tables. Gross.

While food etiquette is taken care of, there are some other things you might want to keep in mind. Ladies & gentlemen please don’t suffocate people with your strong perfume and cologne that you helped yourself at the duty free and being a space invader only works well on video games, not in reality and if you have to use the loo don’t trample over your co-passenger believe me he/she will gladly move. Other than that, have yourself a fabulous flight and happy tripping! 

 

12 Thalis That Will Get You Smacking Your Lips and Licking Your Fingers!

In all honesty, I feel it is wrong to say that India is divided on the basis of languages. The States are recognized more by the food eaten in that particular region than the dialects- at least for foodies like us! Every place has its specialty and for people who cannot have enough of goodness- this is exactly the place.  Here is our pick of the best Indian Thalis that you should try out, because you literally and methaporically cannot have enough of these!

Let us start with the conventional ones- the most popular ones that most foodies must have definitely tried out.

12) Gujarati Thali- Kathiyawadi and Kutchi!

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You cannot avoid the Gujarati thali. A complete delight for any vegetarian, the dhoklas and ganthiyas act as the perfect appetizers. Daal Dhokli, Khaman, Khakhra keep you so busy that by the time you get to Undhiyon and Bajre ni Rotlo, you barely save a little space for Sutarfeeni, Malpua and Keri Ras. We don’t mean to de-motivate you; just make sure you are empty stomach to completely enjoy this one!

11) Punjabi Thali (North Indian Thali)- Makke di Roti- Sarson da saag and lots of ghee!

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Paneer tikka Masala and Dal Makhani is my pick. I can never have enough of these, the gravies of each dish- specially the paneer dishes are something I can eat for each meal every day. Amritsari Aloo, Glass of Lassi, Handi di Biryani, Navratan Korma, Tikkas- Paneer and Chicken, Tandoori Chicken, Butter chicken; I could go on and on! The truth is that after your craving for Pinni and Gajar ka halwa is satisfied, your only craving remains for a bed to sleep on with that stuffed a stomach.

Wanting to visit the golden temple and binging on some traditional food? Try out this free trip planner to Amritsar to not miss on anything. 

10) South Indian Thali-4 states..4 times the goodness!

Kerala Thali

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Appam and Crab Masala, Appam and Tiger Prawns, Appam and Arikkadukka- Appam with everything basically. Once youre done snacking on the banana chips, that is when Malabari Paratha is going to weave its magic. Kozhuva and Alleppey fish fry are best teamped up with Beef Kurumalakittathu. Even the bitter gourd fry( Pavvaka Va) is going to keep you asking for more. But remember to keep space, because without the lovely coconutty Eleneer pudding and Paal Payassam- your meal would definitely be incomplete. Also add a lot of banana- in chips, vadas, vegetables and your Kerala thali experience is complete!

Finding Kerala food appetizing? Want to visit God's own country. Find out about the 8 top things to do in Kerala. 

Andhra Thali

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You know what is truly special? The Ugadi special Thali. Starting with Vepudus( Dry sautés or fries) and Mudda Pappu, going on to Sakkara Pongali and Pachimirapakaya Pappu accompanied by various types of Rasam and curds and finally marking the end of your Andhra Thali journey with Semiya Payasam. I cannot find a single reason to not go back to this banana leaf spread and try each delicacy over and over again.

Karnataka Thali

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Palyas(veg curries) are a must in a Karnataka thali. Topped with rice and amazing kosombri, Karnataka is known for the goodness of big idlis as well as a lot of meat preparations. Along with quite a variety of chutneys on the side, end your meal with traditional Karanataka sweets for a compleye experience.

Tamil Nadu Thali

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The highlights of the Tamil cuisine are Podi(also known as gun powder) and Coconut chutney. You will also find a lot of dishes made in the fresh chettinad paste as its flavor is very distinct. Along with this delicacies made up of cottage cheese, udad daal- sprinkled with curry leaves(curry patta) taste of a great infusion of tomatoes and onions. Once you team up coconut rice with rasam as well as appalam with Sambhar and Aviyal, you will be thankful to Tamilians for introducing such a lovely platter to us! 

Even though particular dishes from these cuisines are loved by a lot of us, the complete cuisine or thali is not very popular and easy to find everywhere. But now that you know, get your hunting skills on to have the ultimate foodgasm.

9) Assamese Thali- Unlimited Non-Veg..Unlimited Treat!

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A traditional Assamese Thali is a herby flavored treat for any Non-Vegetarian. Not much for the starters, the main course is enough for you to get a taste of Assam. Masor tenga (fish in a sour gravy) along with Khar team up the best with Duck curry or chicken curry and are the perfect accessory for your bowl full of rice. A vegetable preparation made with dried banana leaf gets its taste enhanced with the much loved bamboo shoot chutney. Kharoli is another paste that you should definitely try out. Do not miss the Aloo Pittika and end your meal with Assamese Payox.

8) Chattisgarhi Thali- Breads and Sweets unlimited.

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Start with rice pakoras, go on to fara, advance to dehati vada and end it with Muthiyas-you’re your meal; your appetizers. The Mundiya ka pech with tomato chutney is a great drinking delight and is best followed by Dubki Kadhi and Pancharatna dal. The thali has some breads to offer- starting with Angkar poodhi going upto Chusela. Do not forget the gulgulle and the dhoodh farra; even the kusli will have you coming back for more!

7) Bhojpuri Thali- from the land of Ravi Kishen..straight to your heart!

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Bhojpur Region in general is known for its cultural richness. Food plays a very important role in enhancing the Bhojpuri culture. There is so much to try out and enjoy; right from the crispy bharbhara, to the simple dahi chura for breakfast. The best part definitely is the  golden brown sattu ka paratha, teamed up with ghugni and the kala channa curry. Another perfect enhancer definitely is the besan ki sabji or besan ki machhli. The tangy taste of sweet raw mango curries is going to make you come back for more and more.

6) Goan Thali- of Konkan and Kokum!

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Goan food is synonymous with sea food. The proximity to the Konkan region increases its love for rice as well as coconut. It is also the reason as to why you find a lot of fish and a lot of kokum in their cuisine. Apart from these, you have the ultimate Goan rice bhakri teamed up with Goan daali thoy enhanced with kele ambat. Do not miss the vegetable vindaloo and Goan kokum curry. End it with Goan banana halwa to have the complete experience. And you thought Goa was all about beaches and pubs!

Also, now that you know that Goa thali is one of the most off-beat things to do in Goa. You may also like Restaurants in Goa that you probably didnt know about!

5)  Meghalaya Thali- for Health watchers

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Most of the food is boiled and is very high in nutrients. Some may call it bland, but the truth is that once you pair it up with the hot fish chutney, everything gets a flavor of its own! Jadoh is something you should definitely try out, it is a dish made up of rice and pork. If you want to definitely have the local beer called kyat and and have the Nakhlam kyat for sure. The dried fish and the flavors of sesame seeds along with ginger gives this Thali a 10/10 on our list!

4) Maharashtrian Thali- Your mouth watering journey from Spicy to Sweet.

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Maharashtra is a huge reason and has a lot to offer in terms of food. The three types of thalis that you should definitely not miss are the Malwani Thali ( Konkani), Brahman Thali and the Kolhapuri Thali. In Pune and Kolhapur you will find a wide variety of places to find these thalis. Brahman thali is market by the signature Varan Bhaat and Batata chi bhaji. The Kolhapuri chicken and mutton is going to make your eyes water even if you eat red chillis as snacks. The Malwani thali has a lot of coconut flavor in it and the food here is to die for! Apart from this- do not miss the Masala Vaange, Masala Bhaat and the thecha( a typical spicy chutney made out of garlic, green chillis and peanuts). Do not forget the healthy javas chutney and the groundnut chutney. Move on the Modaks, kharvas and definitely pack a lot of puran poli with you!

3) Bengali Thali- Enough of fish and rice! Never!

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The non-vegetarian thali offers you a wide variety of fishes and curry teamed up with rice. Try out the Doi-Maach (Fish in a gravy of spicy yogurt), Sosrshe Ilish (Hilsa in mustardy gravy), Chingri Malaikari(prawns in coconut milk based gravy).The highlights of the Vegetarian Thali are Ucche Bhaja, Begun Bhaja, Aloo Poshto, Cholar Dal and Chanar Dalna. Even the aam poro sherbet and pineapple raw chutney is amazing. Remember to end it with Mishti doi and Rosogulla.

2) Kashmiri Thali- Paradise in food..is also here and only here!

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Wazhvan is literally sent from the heaven and is a traditional thali from the Paradise on earth. Just like Kashmiri people, even the traditional 36 course Wazhvan is beautiful! Wazvan is not a meal, its an entire ceremony. Tarami is the plate and Tasht-I naari is the things passed around to wash your hands. The highlights of Wazhvan are- Chaman qaliya (cottage-cheese squares in gravy), Dum Oluv (potatoes cooked in yogurt gravy), Nadir Yakhn (lotus stem in a delicate yogurt sauce),Hak(with nadir/vangan) (a local variety of greens),Nadir Palak (lotus stem with spinach),Mujh Chetin (a sharp radish and walnut chutney),Rista (meatballs in a fiery red gravy),Rogan Josh (tender lamb cooked with kashmiri spices),Tabak Maaz (ribs of lamb simmered in yogurt till tender, then fried, can be served as a snack/side-dish),Daniwal Korma (a mutton curry with lots of coriander),Aab Gosht (spicy lamb curry),Marchwangan Korma (an extremely hot lamb preparation),Kabab (minced meat roasted on skewers over hot coals),Gushtaba (a velvety textured meatball in white yogurt gravy,a speciality),Yakhni (delicately spiced yogurt curry),Phirni (a dessert of rice flour thickened in milk set in earthenware cups with nuts and "varq"-silver leaf). Remember to keep sipping on the Kehva ( traditional green tea sprinkled with local spices).

1) Rajasthani Thali- Every list is incomplete otherwise!

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We end with the cuisine that has made Thalis a household term in the whole country. From gutte ki subzi to dal baati churma, Rajasthani thali is not a single meal, it is an entire journey. Sev tamatar ki subzi teamed up with various chutneys and the crisp rotis are just the beginning of the savory meal that is followed by Gatte ki Kadhi  and chawal. In between keep munching on the dhana mung wadi and have the Bajra ki roti for sure(with added ghee ofcourse). The ker Sangri ki subzi is best ended with malai ki lassi, mung dal ka halwa, imarti and Malpua. For non-vegetarians there is a long list of finger licking dishes and curries made out of chicken and muttion. Do not forget the imarti!

This is our long spread of exquisite thalis that we binge on. Our appetite immediately becomes pig like with these items. Please let us know what arouses your taste buds and add to our list of the best thalis in the country..or even the world, we would love to hear from you!