The cuisine of Jaisalmer is all about giving people a taste of its rich cultural heritage. The food in Jaisalmer is rich in spices and cooked with local ingredients. Jaisalmer is a home to numerous Rajasthani restaurants which serve the best of authentic home dishes. From a wide variety of dishes served to an extremely good customer service, Jaisalmer is known for all of this. The hospitality of this city knows no bounds and hence the local Rajasthani restaurants are a must try here.
Desert Boy’s Dhani
The restaurant identifies itself for its walled-garden restaurant spread across a large courtyard. Rajasthani music and dance add a cultural spice to the aura. It is a purely vegetarian restaurant. Visitors can enjoy outdoor seating while relishing food. This place has been rated a ⅘ by multiple sites based on customer reviews. The garden and roof sitting, along with Rajasthani culture at display add to people’s experience.
Dishes to try: DaalBaatiChurma, Malai Kofta, Mix Veg Curry, Bajre ki Chapati
Timings: 11 AM to 11 PM
Address: Air Force circle, Dhibba Para, Manak Chowk, Amar Sagar Pol, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan 345001.
How to Reach:Near Nagar Parishad
Cost for two: INR 750/-
Jaisalmer Kitchen
Sugar and spice with everything nice is Jaisalmer Kitchen. From Indian and international cuisines to a pub, this place has it all. It has vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options for all food lovers there. The restaurants offer both buffet and a la carte options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The exotically prepared Indian Cuisine and welcoming services by the Marriot group are there to make your stay special.
Dishes to try: KherSangri, Rajasthani Kardi, Bajre ki Khichdi and Dal Tadka
Timings: 6:30 AM to 11 PM
Address:Dhanana Road Police Line, Jaisalmer – 345001
How to Reach:Near Dhanana Road, Police Line.
Cost for two: INR 8000/-
Milan Restaurant
This restaurant is a favorite of tourists, getting good reviews for its quick delivery and reasonable costs. The simple appeal and homely decor adds its charm to the authentic experience. It is open for all - dine-in, takeaway and delivery for you to enjoy the food even at your comfort of home or in the restaurant. The generous hospitality of this place is another takeaway that visitors have appreciated.
Dishes to try: Lal Maas, Chicken Tangri, Jeera Rice and Veg Kababs
Timings: 10 AM to 10 PM
Address: WW67+9V, Dhibba Para, Manak Chowk, Amar Sagar Pol, Jaisalmer
How to Reach: Near Fort Parking
Cost for two: INR 1300
Trio
If you are looking for a fine dining place in Jaisalmer, Trio is your place to be. Established in 1988, it boasts of its display of culture and heritage. It closed by 11 in the night. It is a multi-cuisine restaurant that is known for its hospitality. The Indian Marwar food is its specialty and people find it irresistible. The terrace seating and wall decor is an added reason why this place is a must try.
Dishes to try: Ker Sangri, Dal Tadka, Laal Maas and Mutton Nagori
Timings: 11 AM to 11 PM
Address: Mandir palace, Gandhi chowk road, Jaisalmer
How to Reach:Near Bank of Baroda
Cost for two: INR 200
Killa Restaurant
Killa Restaurant is known for its amazing food in the streets of Jaisalmer. The soft music that plays in the background adds to the entire experience. It is a Rajasthani restaurant which has also specialized in multiple cuisines. It is located a little away from the city, enabling a quieter and calmer experience away from the daily hustle.
Dishes to try: Sheikh Kababs and Paneer Kissa
Timings: 8 AM to 11 PM
Address: Gopa Chowk, next to fort, Jaisalmer
How to Reach: Near Fort
Cost for two: INR 600
Zoya Ka Zayeka
Zoya Ka Zayeka is an Indian Restaurant that has been opened as a part of boutique establishment La Diva Homestay. It is an open terrace restaurant. It is run by a couple from Jaisalmer who named this restaurant after their daughter Zoya. If you ever wish to relish a healthy home cooked Rajasthani meal, then this is your place to be. The rooftop dining and scenic views of Jaisalmer fort makes the experience even more memorable.
Dishes to try: Bajre ki Roti, Aloo Parantha, Paneer Butter Masala and Egg Curry
Timings: 9 AM to 10:30 PM
Address: 2nd floor, Shiv Temple road, Jaisalmer
How to Reach: Near Axis bank branch
Cost for two: INR 400
Cafe Da Kaku
Cafe Da Kaku is an Indian Restaurant located near SuliDungar, Malka Pol. Along with the extraordinary views of Jaisalmer fort and palace, one can enjoy a multi cuisine meal here. The rooftop cafe and prompt service makes their experience worthwhile. It is a little steep priced in comparison to other restaurants in the city but the ambience is romantic and peaceful. Along with dine-in, it also caters to takeaway and deliveries.
Dishes to try: Chicken Tikka, Kabab platter, Chicken Pakora, Kare-Kare
Timings: 9:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Address: Near SuliDungar, Malka Pol, Jaisalmer
How to Reach:Near SuliDungar,
Cost for two: INR 3000
Monica’s Restaurant
The Rajasthani dishes and tandoori food are a speciality of Monica’s Restaurant. Beer here is one of the tastiest things to try. The friendly staff and reasonable pricing of this fast food restaurant helps bring foodies as regular visitors here. Enjoy a view of the famous Bastion along with mouth watering dishes here at Monica’s. The spice of the dish is customized as needed by the customer making this restaurant a preferred one amongst the streets of Jaisalmer.
Dishes to try: Rajasthani Thali, Chicken Curry, Butter Chicken, Gat, Mutton
Timings: 11 AM to 3 PM, 7 PM to 10 PM
Address: Asni Road, Amar Sagar Pol, Jaisalmer
How to Reach:Near Fort Gate Number 1
Cost for two: INR 1400
Turban Restaurant and Cafe
Turban Restaurant is a restaurant and cafe that has outdoor seating. The rooftop setting of the place is romantic. Visitors can enjoy the view of sunset while relishing good food. One can also enjoy the view of Golden fort from this restaurant. This restaurant works on the concept of BYOB (bring your own booze). There is live music and an in-house bar available for the people. Along with the usual Ala Carte ordering, they also have buffets.
Dishes to try: Dum Aloo, Dal Fry, Paneer Pasanda, Laal Maas, Kadhai Chicken
Timings: 7 AM to 11:30 PM
Address: Artist Colony Near Sunset Point, Jaisalmer
How to Reach: Near Sunset Point
Cost for two: INR 1500
Suryagarh Restaurant
Suryagarh Jaisalmer is a 5-star hotel available for stay and dining. The hotel offers two restaurants: Nosh and Legend of Marwar. Nosh is famous for its international vibe, multicuisine restaurant with a casual vibe. Whereas Legend of Marwar serves food inspired by Marwari culture. The blend of Rajasthani and Persian flavors are what attracts the visitors here.Suryagarh also has a hotel bar open for its visitors. This is called Draksh Bar.
Dishes to try: Chef Megh Singh’s signature thali (a multi-course meal)
Timings: Nosh - 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM, Legend of Marwar - 7 PM to 10:30 PM
Address: Kahala Phata,Sam Road, Sam Sand Dunes, Jaisalmer - 345001
How to Reach: In Sam Road
Cost for two: N/A
To truly enjoy any place, one must relish the food there. Each place has its own spices, ingredients and style of cooking. To try the staple food of a place is an experience in itself. As it is wonderfully said, “A good restaurant is like a vacation; it transports you, and it becomes a lot more than just about the food”. So let there be no limit to your diet and enjoy the Rajasthani restaurants in Jaisalmer.