Delhi is known to be the food capital of India, and an array of mouth-watering delicacies at every nook and corner of the city screams the same. From chaats, kebabs, samosas, and momos to garma-garam chai in Dilli Ki Sardi, one can never run out of lip-smacking food when in the capital city. However, there’s one food out of all of them that is synonymous with Delhi: chole bhature. The North Indian combination of chana masala with deep-fried bhaturas is a staple Sunday breakfast for a majority of Delhiites, and we are not complaining! Especially when we have so many amazing places to try the delicacy from. No wonder even cricketer Virat Kohli cannot resist it!
Kohli has shared his love for chole bhature, especially from his favourite spot, Rama's Chole Bhature in West Delhi. The west side of Delhi is quite a foodie’s hub, especially if you are a chole bhature fan.
Wondering where you can get the best of it in West Delhi? We’ve got you covered with the 10 best chole bhature places to try when you are in and around the region next.
1. Nagpal Chole Bhature
Mention Chole Bhature and West Delhi foodies would swear by Nagpal for its unforgettable taste, and not just for Chole Bhature but other dishes like rajma chawal, lassi, and samosa too. With the spicy gravy and fluffy texture of the bhaturas, the breakfast dish is, of course, the bestseller at just Rs 90. Isn’t that quite a deal?
USP: Chole Bhature, Moong Dal Samosa and Rajma Chawal
Where: Shop 14, 1st Block Market, Ashok Vihar Phase 1, New Delhi, 110052
Timings: 8 AM–10 PM, Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: ₹250
2. Prem Di Hatti
Known as one of the best breakfast joints in Delhi, Prem Di Hatti dishes out some sumptuous chole bhature with authentic chana-based gravy and small, but fluffy bhature. The eatery is so popular across Delhi that they often run out of stock by afternoon. Their tangy tamarind chutney and chur-chur naan are worth trying as well.
USP: Chur Chur Naan, Chole Bhature, Soya Chaap
Where: Metro Station, J1, 162, Main Red-Light Chowk, Opposite Metro Pillar No. 402, Rajouri Garden, 110027
Timings: 8 AM–10 PM, Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: ₹200
3. Om Corner
Pocket-friendly prices, drool-worthy flavour, and an aroma that will entice you from far, Om Corner has literally earned the love and popularity that it has today across Delhi. Besides the piping hot chole bature that will leave you slurping, they also serve a very interesting pickle with this that helps enhance the taste of the chana bature.
USP: Chole Bhature, Kadhi Rice, Lassi
Where: 5050, 1, Desh Bandhu Gupta Rd, Sant Nagar, Krishna Nagar, Karol Bagh, New Delhi, Delhi 110005
Timings: 8 AM–10 PM, Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: ₹100
4. Roshan Di Kulfi
While the name of this popular eatery is due to their decadent kulfi, they certainly serve up some of the best chole bhature in town. Originally nestled in the hustle and bustle of Karol Bagh, Roshan Di Kulfi now also has an outlet in the main Rajouri Garden Market. When it comes to quality, Roshan Di Kulfi delivers according to your expectations. If you also want to taste some South Indian food, Roshan Di Kulfi is the place to go.
USP: Faluda Kulfi Mix, Chana Bhatura
Where: 2816, Ajmal Khan Rd., Block 34P, Beadonpura, Karol Bagh, New Delhi, Delhi 110005
Timings: 8 AM–9 PM, Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: ₹500
5. Monika Cafe
This is one place where people from far-off areas flock just for the paneer-stuffed, mouth-watering bhature and a generous helping of chole. No fancy eatery here, but even a plate of raw onions and chillies with a side of zesty chutney will leave you asking for more!
USP: Chana Masala, Tikkas, Egg Bhurji
Where: Monika Cafe, 142A, Guru Virjanand Marg, Block GG1, Vikaspuri, New Delhi, Delhi 110018
Timings: 8:30 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: ₹150
6. Your's Chole Bhature
Your's, a small dhaba in Vikaspuri is known for its chole bhature and many other north Indian dishes. While you may have to wait for some 15-20 minutes for a plate to be yours, the wait is completely worth it with some ultra-crispy bhaturas stuffed generously.
USP: Paneer Chole Bhature, Bedmi Poori
Where: 28-29, Block H, Vikaspuri, New Delhi, Delhi 110018
Timings: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: ₹200
7. Standard
One of the most popular breakfast and multi-cuisine restaurants in the Rajouri Garden area, simply because of their unique Pindi Chana. Chole Bhature is as good; however, their Pindi Chana is the showstopper, which is sure to take your taste buds on a heavenly aroma-laden ride. Purise served with Pindi Chana is one meal you won’t be able to forget ever.
USP: Paneer Pakora, Lassi, Chole Bhature
Where: Raja Garden Chowk, Raja Garden, New Delhi 110027
Timings: 9 AM to 10 PM, Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: ₹450
8. Rama Chole Bhature
You know the place has to be special when even Virat Kohli cannot resist bingeing! The ace cricketer has mentioned his love for the place many times in different interviews, and one meal here will tell you why. Even though it is a small roadside joint on Jail Road, Rama Chole Bhature is a foodie haven known for dishing out steaming hot plates of chole bhature, which has created quite a loyal fan base in the area. Paired with a glass of Meethi Lassi, it’s an absolutely divine meal!
USP: Chole Bhature, Lassi
Where: 27/3, Double Storey, Jail Road, New Delhi, Delhi 110018
Timings: 7 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: ₹100
9. Ratan Lal Chole Kulche Wala
A thick and aromatic gravy with firm yet soft chole paired with crispy and divine bhature, Ratan Lal in Rajinder Nagar serves up a finger-licking meal that brings all the goodness of street food with all its integrity and flavours onto one plate.
USP: Chole Bhature, Aloo Chaat
Where: Block 25, Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110060
When: 8 AM to 6 PM, Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: ₹100
10. Chache Di Hatti
This is slightly in the north, but not too far from the west. If you are near the north campus of Delhi, this is certainly a place to go for a meal. Their popularity is such that people come from far off, stand in queues early in the morning, and take multiple servings of their oh-so-delish chole bhature!
USP: Chole Bhature, Lassi
Where: D-33, Block G, Kamla Nagar, Delhi, 110007
When: 8 AM to 3 PM, Monday to Sunday
Cost for two: ₹200