Well, Pune may not be your traditional ‘melting pot of cultures’ like the other metro cities like Mumbai and Delhi but if you do look around closely, there’s so much more than Misal Pav and Bakarwadi the city of Peshwas has to offer. If you’ve travelled well across the city, you may have noticed a few Irani joints across the city, simply sitting in quaint corners, filled with customers on a Sunday morning. Looking for the best Bun-Maska in town? Here’s your guide to the best Irani joints in Pune.
1. Delicious Irani Snacks At Vohuman Cafe, DP Road
There’s a reason why you most probably will never get a table right away when you reach here. The wait outside the cafe may be annoying but their cheese omelette, bun with dollops of Muska to calm your soul and anda bhurji are worth it. We may not be exaggerating when we say that nothing wakes you up like the chai at Vohuman cafe. Their signature tea is brewed with sugar for over an hour and milk is usually added just before serving it to you, giving you the perfect start to an energetic Monday or lazy Sunday, whichever you’re in the mood for.
Deets
Address: Behind Ruby hall clinic, DP Road.
Cost: ₹250 for two
2. Scrumptious Irani Food At Cafe Goodluck, FC Road
Don’t let the archaic charm and mirrors in this dusty corner cafe fool you. It’s been a favourite in Pune for over eight decades now. While it’s bun-maska is the known-famous, we’ll let you onto another secret – their keema pav and chicken tikka sandwich are a hit. The cafe also gets plenty of orders for chicken and mutton dishes so you might want to skip cooking tonight and order in instead! This surely one of the best Irani joints in Pune.
Deets
Address: Fergusson College Rd, near Goodluck Chowk, Deccan Gymkhana, Pune, Maharashtra 411004
Cost: ₹600 for two
3. Yummy Irani Food At Cafe Yezdan, Camp
Situated in Pune’s Parsi hub, this one is where you go to for comfort. The look and feel of this cafe may fool you for a setting from a Bollywood film from the 90s. You may not want to miss out on their sali scrambled eggs double and anda bhurji. The bhurji is served with special garlic chutney, the one that makes you want to keep coming back!
Deets
Address: 623, Sharbatwalla Chowk, Sachapir St, Camp, Pune, Maharashtra 411001
Cost: ₹150 for two
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4. Authentic Irani Meals At Dorabjee and Sons, Camp
This name has been equivalent to the Parsi culture in Pune since forever! You may want to plan an entire meal here because it’s the place that keeps asking you to come back. The mutton paya, dum biryani, chicken dhansak and patra fish will give you your new favourite within the city! This surely is one of the best Irani joints in Pune to grab a plate of authentic Parsi food.
Deets
Address: No. 845, Dastur Meher Rd, Sharbat Wala Chowk, Pune, Maharashtra 411001
Cost: ₹600 for two
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5. Delectable Irani Food At The Irani Cafe, Multiple Outlets
From Ardeshir’s soda to Chicken berry pulao, there’s no Irani dish that this cafe doesn’t serve! Their Joojeh kebabs will give you foodporn and also make up for a good Instagram post The warmth and energy in this cafe along with the unique spices the traditional Parsi dishes are sure to make you feel at peace, even in the middle of a stressful day.
Deets
Address: Multiple Outlets
Cost: ₹300 for two
6. Exquisite Irani Food At Shisha Jazz Cafe, Koregaon Park
If you’re looking for a slightly posh, cafe-ish setting for a date or a good afternoon/evening with your friends and family, Shisha Jazz Cafe should be your ideal joint. But don’t go only on the decor. The food here is as fancy as the interiors. Our best choice here was the Soup-e-jou and mutton Rogangosh.
Deets
Address: ABC Farms, N Main Rd, Koregaon Park Annexe, Koregaon Park, Pune, Maharashtra 411001
Cost: ₹2000 for two
7. Cafe India, NIBM Road
This Irani joint blends perfectly with the city’s attitude because it serves only bun-muska, a few egg items and chai and you really don’t have many choices here. But does that stop anybody from going there, you may wonder? Hahaha no. You’ll always find scores of people digging into this place in the mornings. If you’re craving for some North Indian food then check out these 8 Best Chole Bhature Places In Pune For 2019
Deets
Address: Shop No. 9, Dhanmohini Apartment, NIBM Rd, Opp. Ambavatika, Kondhwa, Pune, Maharashtra 411048
Cost: ₹250 for two
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8. Hearty Irani Food At Diamond Queen, Camp
Another hidden gem in Camp, this one has to be your go-to place if you love chicken and mutton chops! A small little place in a bustling area, this place deserves some credit for why Pune loves chicken lollipop as well. The cottage-ish look of the place will add to your experience of a yummy meal! This surely is one of the best Irani joints in Pune to savour delicious Irani food. If you like kebabs then check out these 13 Best Kebab Places In Pune For 2019
Deets
Address: 7, Moledina Rd, Hulshur, Camp, Pune, Maharashtra 411001
Cost: ₹650 for two
Punekars! So here is a list of Irani joints in Pune to sink your teeth in hearty Irani dishes. So call your gang and make those dinner plans already.
This article was contributed to Curly Tales by Aishwarya Parikh. If you have an article or similar experience to share, do write to us on hey@curlytales.com