A visit to Delhi is not complete without exploring old Delhi. Jama Masjid is one of the oldest heritage sites built by Shahjahan, whose beauty and grandeur make it a great tourist spot. The place houses some of the authentic recipes of the Mughlai cuisine. The area is one of the most famous hubs for food and budget-friendly shopping. Here is the list of the top 20 places you can visit for authentic Mughlai cuisine.
1.Aslam Chicken
One of the most famous restaurants which has now opened multiple branches. They serve the most delicious and creamy butter chicken whose taste will last very long in your mouth. They are one of the oldest restaurants and, are always very crowded with quick service. Recommendation – butter chicken, roomali roti, zafrani kheer Location- 1129, Matia Mahal. Manohar Market, Jama Masjid
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2.Haji Mohammed Chicken
They serve one of the best fried chickens using old-age recipes. The first view will be an older man marinating the chicken and frying them in the biggest kadhai. Every bite of chicken is incredible and heavenly. They also serve a secret spice mix dusted on the fried chicken that elevates the taste even more. Recommendation – fried chicken, fish fry Location-Matia Mahal Rd, Manohar Market
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3.Karim’s
The food hunt of Jama Masjid is incomplete without mentioning Karim’s. This place is the most famous restaurant and, even tourists make special trips to dine here. The restaurant was established to serve royal food to the ordinary people. The food served is freshly made in the tandoor and is very delicious. Recommendation – mutton barra, murgh malai tikka, kheer Location-16, Gali Kababian, Jama Masjid
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4.Qureshi Kebab Corner
You will not be able to keep your calm after tasting kebabs from here. Served fresh from the tandoor, the kebabs are very tender and juicy and taste great with the green chutney. The place is always jam-packed because of the finest kebabs. Recommendation – mutton kebab, chicken kebab, korma Location-K-140, Meena Bazar, Jama Masjid
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5.Al-Hiba Barbeque
This place serves one of the best platters, which lets you enjoy several dishes in a single plate. The dishes are all cooked to perfection and, have great flavors. The chicken items are very delicious and the place is a must-visit for your tandoor cravings. Recommendation – tandoori platter, chicken malai tikka Location-J6XM+4CW, Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid
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6.Al-Jawahar Restaurant
An ancient restaurant which has been in business for 70 years. They are known for their delicious and authentic Mughlai dishes. It’s an excellent restaurant with a great ambiance. The food is very well-cooked and, creamy. Recommendation – nihari, chicken fry, chicken qorma Location- Shop no. 8, opposite gate no. 1, Bazar Matia Mahal
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7.Rehmatullah Hotel
They specialize in Royal Mughlai cuisine and the taste ranges from mild to spicy. The food is filled with a distinctive aroma of a blend of spices that will immediately increase your appetite. The food served is freshly prepared and, the staff is also very polite. Recommendation – sheesh kebab, roasted butter chicken, bhejaLocation-105-110, Matia Mahal Rd, opposite gate no. 1, Jama Masjid
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8.Al-Yamin
This restaurant is one of the most budget-friendly restaurants to satisfy your craving. The food they serve is mouth-watering and, the quality of service is impeccable. It is a hidden gem for all the non-veg lovers to take your friends out for a feast. Recommendation – non-veg combo, malai tangdi kebab, chicken barra Location- 1150 a, Bazar Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid Rd.
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9.Dawat Durbar
It is a royal-themed restaurant that serves a wide range of non-veg food. The restaurant’s ambiance is beautiful and, the food served makes you come back for more. The staff is also accommodating and, the service is quick. Recommendation – chicken changezi, mutton nihari, platter Location-6, Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid
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10.Zahra Restaurant
The place is very trendy with several branches spread throughout Delhi. The interior is nicely decorated and, the food served is great. This is an excellent place to take your family out for dinner. They have reasonable portion sizes to fill your hunger. Recommendation – biryani, kebab Location-6, Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid
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11.Rafiq Chicken Corner
If you are craving juicy kebabs, this place is the right destination. They serve exceptional fried items that will be forever imprinted in your minds. They even serve fish fry, which is worth a try. The menu is very pocket-friendly. Recommendation – fish fry, chicken fry, kebab Location-4163 a, Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid
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12.Bismillah Kebab Point
This is also one of the places to try a mouth-watering kebab. They serve kebabs hot from the grill that will dissolve as soon as it goes into your mouth. They are located in front of Jama Masjid, making it very easy to spot. Recommendation – chicken roll, kebab, afghani chicken Location-1127, Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid
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13.Nazakat Chicken Corner
Located just at the start of the market, this place is great for fuelling your energy before the shopping spree. The location is sometimes crowded, but the food is worth the wait. They serve great chicken dishes with buttery gravy that elevates the overall taste. Recommendation – malai tikka, roomali roti Location-4030, Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid
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14.Kababche Foods
This place takes you on a royal tour with its ambiance. They have proper Indian seating on the floor with round cushions and, a small table. The food served is authentic in taste and the momos are the main attraction. Recommendation – momos, afghani chicken, chowmein Location-1393, Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid
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15.Haji Imran Sheermal
They serve a wide variety of sheermal, which is a type of bread with different toppings, including dry fruits, til. The bread is sweet and, it does not require any additional curry to go with it. It is one of the famous dishes of Jama Masjid and is a must-try. Recommendation – badam sheermal, pista sheerma, mixed dry fruit, sheermal Location-Sherlock’s – 1136, Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid
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16.Haji Tea Point Shai Tukda Zone
The place serves one of the best teas in the area with a mix of spices. One can also go to this place for dessert. The shahi tukda is very delicious and, the rabri is mouth-watering. Recommendation – shahi tukda, rabri, special tea Location-shop no. 924, Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid
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17.Marfa Foods
This is a great place for late-night munchies as they are open till 4 in the morning. They have delicious and juicy chicken and mutton dishes and are great for taking your colleagues to late-night dinners. They also have ample seating. Recommendation – stuffed tangri, chatak murgh Location-111, Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid
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18.Ghareeb Nawaz Hotel
This place is the most unique restaurant that, you will come across. Here you can not only satisfy your hunger but can also donate food to beggars seated outside the restaurant. The food is excellent and, the place is spacious. Recommendation – nihari, paya, biryani Location-966, Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid
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19.Haldiram’s
This is one of the most famous brands in India and, is great for vegetarians. As the place is renowned for its dishes, you can go here for the veg cuisine. The ambiance is casual and, is great for little snacks between the shopping. Recommendation – raj kachori, special Thali, samosa Location-1454, Chandni Chowk, near Sis Ganj Gurudwara, Chandni Chowk
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20.Haleem Biryani
This place serves the tastiest haleem, which is served along with biryani. The food is delicious and great for spicy lovers. The seating is good and is available all the time. Recommendation – haleem, biryani Location-965, Urdu bazar, Meena Bazar, Matia Mahal, Jama Masjid
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