Apart from being the cultural capital of India, Kolkata is also heaven for food lovers. It is the best place to enjoy some of the authentic flavours of Bengali delicacies. The city has endless surprises, right from street foods like puchkas and jhalmuri to desserts like sandesh and mishti doi. When talking about desserts, how can we miss the iconic sweet delight of Bengali cuisine, rosogolla? This sweet treat is at the top of every person's list of sweet treats.
Rosogollas are a delectable dessert made from kneaded soft and spongy chhena balls (cottage cheese balls), which are cooked in a light sugar syrup infused with aromatic flavours of cardamom, rose water, or saffron. This Indian sweet has a soft, spongy texture that just melts in your mouth. Rosogollas are commonly served chilled, along with a garnish of pistachios or almonds, adding a touch of crunch and visual appeal. There are many spots in Kolkata that serve amazing and authentic rosogollas. But to make it easier for you, we have shortlisted the top ten places in the city that serve the best rosogollas.
Have a look at the top ten spots in Kolkata to relish rosogollas, as recommended by local foodies in the city:
Balaram Mullick and Radharaman Mullick
Recommended by
- Kasturi Bhandary (@i.am.kasturii)
- Subinoy Baidya (@foodie.da_calcutta)
This sweet shop is almost on the list of every foodie in Kolkata. The brand started in 1885 in Bhawanipur and now has multiple outlets and an online store as well. The rosogollas in this shop are a must-try. Kasturi (@I.am.kasturi) while sharing her views with Slurrp says "BMRM is always her go-to place for their classic baked rosogolla as she likes to enjoy them norom (cold) and gorom (hot)".
Price: Rs. 250 for two people
Address: 2, Paddapukur Rd, Jadubabur Bazar, Bhawanipur, Kolkata 700020
Timings: 7am to 11 pm
Chittaranjan Mistanna Bhandar
Recommended by
- Prosenjit (@calcutta_tadka)
- Subhadip (@always_in_crave)
- Bihu Ghosh (@bangaliflavours)
Prosenjit (@calcutta_tadka) says, "You'll get the best sponge rosogollas here, and the best part about them is they are not extremely sweet." Chittaranjan Mistanna Bhandar is among the oldest shops in the city and is certified to sell Kolkata's GI-tagged rosogollas. While talking to Slurrp, Bihu Ghosh (@bangaliflavours) mentions that they serve extra soft and mouthwatering rosogollas, and when it’s hot, you can’t resist eating one piece alone.
Price: Rs 100 for two people
Address: AV School, 34B, Shyambazar, Kolkata 700005
Timings: 9 am to 7 pm
Nobin Chandra Das
Recommended by
- Kamelia (@thealwayshungrylady)
- Tamasa Debayan (@coconut_quinoa)
- Rohan Kamila (@_foodexploring)
Nobin Chandra Das was a popular confectioner and a cultural icon in Bengal in the 19th century. Tamasa Debayan (@coconut_quinoa) says that Nobin Chandra Das is said to be the founder of Bengali rosogollas. They are known to be one of the finest rosogollas makers in the city and are famous for their variations on this classic sweet, like chocolate rosogollas, and orange-flavoured and baked ones.
Price: Rs 100 for two people
Address: 77, Jatindra Mohan Ave, Shobhabazar, Kolkata 70005
Timings: 10:30 am to 7:30 pm
K.C. Das
Recommended by
- Anirban Biswas (@mr.foodie_official)
- Subinoy Baidya (@foodie.da_calcutta)
Krishna Chandra Das, the son of Nobin Chandra Das, started his own confectionary shop in 1930, and the shop has a special place in the heart of every rosogolla lover. They are called the inventors of vacuum-canned rosogollas which are now famous across the country. There are several branches of K.C. Das across Kolkata. Anirban Biswas (@mr.foodie_official) says that they serve different flavours of rosogollas that are soft and authentic.
Price: Rs 100 for two people
Address: 11 A&B, Esplanade Row East, Esplanade, Kolkata 700069
Timings: 7:30 am to 7:30 pm
Putiram Sweets, Machuabazar
Recommended by
- Tamasa Debayan (@coconut_quinoa)
This century-old confectionery shop has a special place in the hearts of every local in this area. This mishti shop is located in Kolkata’s famous book market, College Street. They are known to serve rosogollas and other sweets at very reasonable prices. The customers of Putiram Sweets also get to enjoy the rosogollas with hot kachoris and rajbhogs.
Price: Rs 200 for two people
Address: 46, Amherest St, College Row, Machuabazar, Kolkata 700009
Timings: 6:30 am to 10 pm
Super Snacks & Sweets
Recommended by
- Subhadip (@always_in_crave)
Established in 2012, this sweet shop is another amazing destination for authentic rosogollas. It is not much known, but the regular customers of this shop say this is the best spot to enjoy sweets in the nearby area. Subhadip (@always_in_crave) while expressing his views, says that there are a lot of renowned places to have rosogollas in Kolkata, but he prefers this shop as they serve authentic and yummy rosogollas at a reasonable price.
Price: Rs 200 for two people
Address: CA-16/2, Rail Pakur Rd, Baguiati, Kolkata 700059
Timings: 8:30 am to 10:30 pm
Sen Mahasay
Recommended by
- Rohan Kamila (@_foodexploring)
Sen Mahashay is known for a wide range of Bengali sweets including sandesh, rosogollas and others. The first shop was opened at Shyambazar and was followed by several outlets in different parts of the city. Rohan Kamila (@_foodexploring) while talking to Slurrp says, "I have been eating their rosogollas since my childhood and an entire area is named after this shop."
Price: Rs 100 for two people
Address: 1/1C, Sibdas Bhaduri Street, Shyambazar, Kolkata 700004
Timings: 7 am to 10 pm
Ganguram's
Recommended by
- Tamasa Debayan (@coconut_quinoa)
Established in 1892, Ganguram's Sweets is another old sweet shop that is known for serving the best rosogollas in the city. Spread across the city, it has several outlets. Since their beginning, they are known to have maintained the quality of their sweets. Their main outlet is in Shyambazar so, if you get a chance to visit the area make sure to try some tasty rosogollas at this shop.
Price: Rs 200 for two people
Address: Rajarhat Road, near Shapoorji Bus Stand, Kolkata 700135
Timings: 9 am to 8 pm
Girish Ch. Dey & Nakur Ch. Nandy
Recommended by
- Suhita (@1.to.infinity)
This shop started in the year 1844 as a joint venture by Girish Chandra Dey (father-in-law) and Nakur Chandra Nandy (son-in-law) and since then they have been selling authentic Bengali sweets. Apart from being known for their rosogollas they are also popular for sandesh and gurer mithai (jaggery sweets). So, visiting this shop will give you an opportunity to relish some delicious sandesh and gurer mithai along with the mouth-melting rosogollas.
Price: Rs 100 for two people
Address: 56, Ramdulal Sarkar St, near Bethune College, Kolkata 700006
Timings: 7 am to 10:30 pm
Bhim Chandra Nag
Recommended by
- Tamasa Debayan (@coconut_quinoa)
His humble sweet shop located in Bowbazar might look small, but its brand value is very high. This is another popular destination for some authentic Bengali rosogollas. Their rosogollas are amazing in both taste and quality. There might rarely be any rosogollas lover in the city who has not visited this place.
Price: Rs 300 for two people
Address: 46, Strand Rd, Barabazar Market, Kolkata 700007
Timings: 8 am to 8 pm