Nothing says comfort food like Rajma Chawal. Rice along with spicy rajma is like a dream come true. Although you can find at every street stall in the north of India, it has become a very popular dish all over the country. So, we wondered, which places in Pune serve the best rajma chawal. And we came to the conclusion that these are the best rajma chawal places in all of Pune.
1. Delhi Chowk, Viman Nagar
Cloud kitchens are all the rage currently. And if you don’t know what that is then Delhi Chowk is a prime example of it. They are delivery only restaurants which will deliver the food directly to your doorstep when the cravings kick in. So, if you are in the mood for Rajma Chawal late in the night or early in the morning, you know who to call.
Address: Delhi Chowk delivers in and around Viman Nagar
Cost for 2: ₹300 (exclusive of taxes)
2. Grandmama’s Cafe, Multiple Outlets
Most people don’t know this but Grandmama’s Cafe makes a kickass plate of Rajma Chawal. Served piping hot, it comes with a side of pickle and onions. What’s not to love about that?
Address: Multiple outlets
Cost for 2: ₹1200 (exclusive of taxes)
3. Raju Uncle’s Chole Bhature, Katraj
Don’t go by the name and think that Raju just serves Chole Bhature. If you are from the north of India, you’ll know that any good North Indian joint is bound to serve a stellar plate of Rajma Chawal and that is exactly what you will get at Raju Uncle’s Chole Bhature.
Address: Raju Uncle’s Chole Bhature, Survey 78/1A, Bharati Vihar, Katraj, Pune
Cost for 2: ₹300 (exclusive of taxes)
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4. Aaoji Khhaoji, Khadki
Not only does Aaoji Khhaoji make some of the best thalis in all of Pune, but they also dole out really good Rajma Chawal. Think, hot long grained rice with rajma that just melts in the mouth. We are salivating at just the thought of it.
Address: Multiple outlets
Cost for 2: ₹600 (exclusive of taxes)
5. Chaitanya Paranthas, Multiple Outlets
Craving Chole Bhature, stuffed paranthas or rajma chawal that tastes like home, then head to Chaitanya Paranthas and eat to your heart’s content there.
Address: Multiple outlets
Cost for 2: ₹400 (exclusive of taxes)
6. Oye Kiddan, Multiple Outlets
We love Oye Kiddan for its stuffed paranthas. So, we were pleasantly surprised when we tried the rajma chawal here. Needless to say, we couldn’t stop ordering it in ungodly quantities.
Address: Multiple outlets
Cost for 2: ₹300 (exclusive of taxes)
7. The Good Bowl, Multiple Outlets
Ever since The Good Bowl has established itself, I can’t help but keep ordering my lunch from here. From Mac & Cheese to Rajma Chawal, they have everything and they manage to nail all the dishes.
Address: Multiple outlets
Cost for 2: ₹500 (exclusive of taxes)
8. Punjab Canteen, Multiple Outlets
Another place that makes great thalis, the Punjab Canteen also known for making really yummy rajma chawal. I like this place so much that I make sure to visit every time I am in Pune. Their food just hits the right spot.
Address: Multiple outlets
Cost for 2: ₹600 (exclusive of taxes)
9. Mother’s Kitchen, Multiple Outlets
Much like its name, the food here is bound to remind you of your mom’s haath ka khaana. And what tastes better than the rajma chawal made by your mom?
Address: Multiple outlets
Cost for 2: ₹500 (exclusive of taxes)