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Best Food in Varanasi

On the ghats of the Ganga, every bite carries centuries of Banarasi tradition.

  • ✦ 19 authentic food spots from Kachori Gali to Assi Ghat
  • ✦ Try the legendary Tamatar Chaat, Malaiyo & Blue Lassi
  • ✦ Street food trails near Dashashwamedh Ghat & Kashi Vishwanath
Ram Bhandar - photo 1

#1 Ram Bhandar

Badi Kachori Sabzi

Avg Price:₹40–60
Near: Kashi Vishwanath Temple · ~800 m

Ram Bhandar is one of the oldest and most famous street food shops in Varanasi, established in 1888. Located near the Ka…

Traveler Tip

Best visited early morning for authentic Banarasi breakfast. Kachori often sells out before 10 AM due to heavy local demand.

Ram Bhandar, Thatheri Bazaar, Chowk, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Walk from Kashi Vishwanath Temple toward Chowk market and enter Thatheri Bazaar lane inside the old city food market.
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#2 Lakshmi Chai Wala

Malai Toast

Avg Price:₹30–50
Near: Dashashwamedh Ghat · ~500 m

Lakshmi Chai Wala near Godowlia Chowk serves one of the most popular Banarasi breakfast snacks — Malai Toast. Fresh brea…

Traveler Tip

Perfect morning snack with chai after visiting Dashashwamedh Ghat or attending Ganga Aarti.

Lakshmi Chai Wala, Godowlia Chowk, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Walk from Dashashwamedh Ghat toward Godowlia Chowk main market; the stall is located near the busy street corner.
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#3 Gauri Shankar Kachori Wale

Hing Kachori

Avg Price:₹30–40
Near: Kashi Vishwanath Temple · ~700 m

Gauri Shankar Kachori Wale is a legendary Varanasi street food stall famous for its flavorful Hing Kachori. These small…

Traveler Tip

Best eaten fresh in the morning. Ideal stop while exploring Vishwanath Gali and the Chowk food lanes.

Gauri Shankar Kachori Wale, Chowk Area, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Walk from Vishwanath Gali toward Chowk market where several traditional food stalls are located.
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#4 Blue Lassi Shop

Dry Fruit Lassi

Avg Price:₹80–120
Near: Manikarnika Ghat · ~400 m

Blue Lassi Shop is one of the most famous dessert and drink spots in Varanasi, located inside the iconic Kachori Gali. K…

Traveler Tip

Perfect refreshment after visiting Manikarnika Ghat or exploring the narrow food streets of the old city.

Blue Lassi Shop, Kachori Gali, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
From Manikarnika Ghat walk into the famous Kachori Gali street where the shop is easily recognizable.
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#5 Kashi Chaat Bhandar

Tamatar Chaat

Avg Price:₹40–70
Near: Dashashwamedh Ghat · ~300 m

Kashi Chaat Bhandar is one of the most famous street food destinations in Varanasi known for its iconic Tamatar Chaat. T…

Traveler Tip

Best enjoyed in the evening when the street food market near Godowlia becomes lively.

Kashi Chaat Bhandar, Godowlia Chowk, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Walk from Dashashwamedh Ghat toward Godowlia Chowk main road.
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#6 Gama Paan Bhandar

Banarasi Meetha Paan

Avg Price:₹30–50
Near: Dashashwamedh Ghat · ~300 m

Gama Paan Bhandar is one of the best places in Varanasi to try the legendary Banarasi Meetha Paan. Prepared with betel l…

Traveler Tip

Try after enjoying street food at Godowlia or after dinner near the ghats.

Gama Paan Bhandar, Godowlia, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Located near popular street food stalls in the Godowlia market area.
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#7 Chachi Ki Kachori

Kachori Sabzi with Jalebi

Avg Price:₹60
Near: BHU / Lanka Chowk · ~400 m from BHU Gate

Chachi Ki Kachori is one of the most famous breakfast places in Varanasi, located near the BHU Lanka area. Their crispy…

Traveler Tip

Arrive early morning around 6–9 AM to enjoy fresh kachori before the rush.

Chachi Ki Kachori, Lanka Chowk near Ravidas Gate, Varanasi
Walk from BHU Lanka Gate toward Ravidas Gate where the shop is located in the busy street food area.
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#8 Pizzeria Vaatika Cafe

Apple Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream

Avg Price:₹160
Near: Assi Ghat · ~50 m

Pizzeria Vaatika Cafe at Assi Ghat is one of the most scenic cafes in Varanasi known for its famous apple pie served hot…

Traveler Tip

Best visited during sunset at Assi Ghat for a beautiful river view while enjoying dessert.

Pizzeria Vaatika Cafe, Assi Ghat, Varanasi
Walk along the Assi Ghat riverfront lane to reach the cafe facing the Ganga river.
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#9 Mishrambu Thandai

Banarasi Thandai

Avg Price:₹90–₹200
Near: Godowlia Chowk · At Godowlia Chowk

Mishrambu Thandai is one of the most iconic drink spots in Varanasi known for its traditional Banarasi Thandai made with…

Traveler Tip

Best enjoyed in the afternoon while exploring Godowlia market and nearby ghats.

Mishrambu Thandai, Godowlia Chowk, Varanasi
Located at the central Godowlia intersection close to major tourist areas.
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#10 Mahadev Lal Peda Bhandar

Lal Peda

Avg Price:₹440 per kg
Near: Lanka Chowk · ~400 m from BHU Gate

Mahadev Lal Peda Bhandar is one of the most well-known sweet shops in the Lanka area of Varanasi, famous for its traditi…

Traveler Tip

A great dessert stop after breakfast at nearby street food stalls. Many visitors buy Lal Peda here as a traditional Varanasi sweet souvenir.

Mahadev Lal Peda Bhandar, Opposite Chachi Ki Kachori, Lanka Chowk, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Located directly opposite Chachi Ki Kachori in the busy Lanka Chowk market area.
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#11 VT Chole Samosa Stall

Chole Samosa

Avg Price:₹25 plate
Near: BHU Campus · Inside BHU campus

VT Chole Samosa Stall inside the Banaras Hindu University campus is a famous student street food spot. The dish features…

Traveler Tip

Best enjoyed as an evening snack while exploring BHU campus or after visiting the New Vishwanath Temple inside the university.

VT Chole Samosa Stall, Near Vishwanath Temple Area, BHU Campus, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
After visiting the BHU Vishwanath Temple, walk toward the VT food stalls area inside the campus.
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#12 Om Cold Coffee Corner

Cold Coffee

Avg Price:₹40–₹50
Near: BHU Area · Inside BHU campus

Om Cold Coffee Corner is a small but popular refreshment spot inside the BHU campus known for its creamy cold coffee top…

Traveler Tip

Pairs well with nearby street snacks like samosa or chaat. Evening hours are usually the busiest with students.

Om Cold Coffee Corner, Near VT Area, BHU Campus, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Located close to the VT Chole Samosa stalls inside the BHU campus.
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#13 Shri Ji

Malaiyo

Avg Price:₹50
Near: Shri Kaal Bhairav Mandir · 2Km

Malaiyo is one of the most unique winter desserts of Varanasi, available only during the colder months. Made from churne…

Traveler Tip

Available mainly from November to February.Visit before 3pm as they stop serving it after this time, try their Rabdi and Malai sandwiches as wel

k 26, 17, choukhamba, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001
Walk through the narrow food streets of Thatheri Bazaar near Vishwanath Temple to find Malaiyo vendors.
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#14 Ashish Yadav Uttapam Stall

Butter Uttapam

Avg Price:₹60
Near: Godowlia Chowk / Kashi Vishwanath Temple · ~400 m

Ashish Yadav Uttapam Stall near Nandi Circle is known for serving delicious butter-loaded uttapam topped with fresh vege…

Traveler Tip

Good breakfast option before heading toward the ghats or temple area. The stall usually opens around 7 AM.

Ashish Yadav Uttapam Stall, Nandi Circle, Godowlia Market, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Walk from Kashi Vishwanath Temple toward Godowlia Chowk near Nandi Circle.
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#15 Raju Idli Stall

Idli with Chutney

Avg Price:₹20
Near: Kedar Ghat · ~200 m

Raju Idli Stall near Kedar Ghat serves soft steamed idlis with flavorful chutney, offering a light and affordable snack…

Traveler Tip

Ideal for a quick and light breakfast while exploring the ghats. Usually available until afternoon.

Raju Idli Stall, Kedar Ghat Road, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Located at the entrance lane leading toward Kedar Ghat.
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#16 Kerala Cafe

Rava Onion Masala Dosa

Avg Price:₹130
Near: Godowlia / Dashashwamedh Ghat · ~700 m

Kerala Cafe near Godowlia Chowk is known for its crispy rava onion masala dosa served with sambar and coconut chutney. T…

Traveler Tip

Suitable for breakfast or lunch while exploring the Godowlia and Dashashwamedh Ghat area.

Kerala Cafe, Near Godowlia Chowk, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Walk from Dashashwamedh Ghat toward the Godowlia main road.
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#17 Baati Chokha Restaurant

Baati Chokha Thali

Avg Price:₹150–₹250
Near: Varanasi Junction · ~600 m

Baati Chokha Restaurant near Varanasi Junction serves a traditional Baati Chokha thali inspired by the regional cuisine…

Traveler Tip

Great place for a filling meal before or after train travel from Varanasi Junction.

Baati Chokha Restaurant, Telia Bagh, Near Varanasi Junction, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
From Varanasi Junction take a short auto ride toward Telia Bagh market.
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#18 Rajbandhu Sweets

Long Latta

Avg Price:₹40–₹60
Near: Godowlia Chowk · ~300 m from Dashashwamedh Ghat

Rajbandhu Sweets is a well-known sweet shop in the Godowlia market area famous for Long Latta, a traditional Banarasi de…

Traveler Tip

A good dessert stop after enjoying street food around Dashashwamedh Ghat or Godowlia market.

Rajbandhu Sweets, Godowlia Chowk, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Located in the busy Godowlia market area near the ghats.
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#19 Kumar Ji Sprout Chaat Stall

Sprouted Chana Chaat

Avg Price:₹20
Near: Godowlia Chowk · At Godowlia Market

Kumar Ji Sprout Chaat Stall serves a simple yet flavorful sprouted chana chaat made with chickpeas, potatoes and spices.…

Traveler Tip

Good evening snack while walking through the busy Godowlia shopping streets.

Kumar Ji Sprout Chaat Stall, Under Kanhaiya Swarn Kala Kendra, Godowlia Chowk, Varanasi
Located under the Kanhaiya Swarn Kala Kendra building in the Godowlia market area.
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What Travelers Are Saying

Real experiences from food explorers across India

"Stumbled upon the most incredible street food stalls tucked in narrow lanes — every bite felt like discovering a hidden gem of the city."

Priya Sharma

"The authentic flavors here are unlike anything I've tasted elsewhere. SwaadYatra guided me to spots I'd never have found on my own."

Rahul Mehta

"From spicy chaats to melt-in-your-mouth sweets, this food tour completely changed how I experience travel."

Ananya Iyer

"Every food spot felt like a well-kept local secret. The street food near the tourist areas was absolutely phenomenal."

Vikram Nair

"I came for the sightseeing but stayed for the food. The local street food scene here is vibrant, affordable, and deeply authentic."

Sneha Kapoor

"Discovering hidden food spots through SwaadYatra was the highlight of my trip. The flavors were bold, fresh, and unforgettable."

Arjun Bose

"A paradise for food lovers! The local cuisine tells the story of the city better than any guidebook ever could."

Meera Pillai

"The street food culture here is alive and thriving. Every stall had a unique specialty that kept me coming back for more."

Karan Joshi

"Authentic, affordable, and absolutely delicious — this city's food scene deserves way more recognition among travelers."

Divya Reddy

"SwaadYatra helped me eat like a local from day one. The hidden food spots and iconic dishes made this trip truly memorable."

Nikhil Gupta

"Stumbled upon the most incredible street food stalls tucked in narrow lanes — every bite felt like discovering a hidden gem of the city."

Priya Sharma

"The authentic flavors here are unlike anything I've tasted elsewhere. SwaadYatra guided me to spots I'd never have found on my own."

Rahul Mehta

"From spicy chaats to melt-in-your-mouth sweets, this food tour completely changed how I experience travel."

Ananya Iyer

"Every food spot felt like a well-kept local secret. The street food near the tourist areas was absolutely phenomenal."

Vikram Nair

"I came for the sightseeing but stayed for the food. The local street food scene here is vibrant, affordable, and deeply authentic."

Sneha Kapoor

"Discovering hidden food spots through SwaadYatra was the highlight of my trip. The flavors were bold, fresh, and unforgettable."

Arjun Bose

"A paradise for food lovers! The local cuisine tells the story of the city better than any guidebook ever could."

Meera Pillai

"The street food culture here is alive and thriving. Every stall had a unique specialty that kept me coming back for more."

Karan Joshi

"Authentic, affordable, and absolutely delicious — this city's food scene deserves way more recognition among travelers."

Divya Reddy

"SwaadYatra helped me eat like a local from day one. The hidden food spots and iconic dishes made this trip truly memorable."

Nikhil Gupta

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