Ahmedabad is a place for people who live and breathe for food. Sounds dramatic, but this city is a paradise for food lovers. You will find everything from traditional Gujarati and Kathiawadi cuisine to momos, noodles, frankie, and more here–ensuring foodies of all age groups have something to enjoy. Among its many hotspots, HL Road in Ahmedabad stands out as a go-to street food paradise, especially for college-goers and midnight cravings. Read to know some of the famous dishes you can try here.
What Makes HL Road In Ahmedabad So Special?
HL Road is one of the most famous street-food spots in Ahmedabad. It’s especially popular among college students and late-night crowds. Even at 2 AM, the place buzzes with people casually sitting on their two-wheelers or in cars, enjoying some of the street’s popular dishes. What makes this street even more special is its location—right in the centre of well-known universities like Ahmedabad University, Gujarat University, and CEPT University. Food prices here start around ₹50 and go up to about ₹200-₹250.
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6 Must-Try Dishes At HL Road
Here’s the list of a few dishes you should definitely not miss out on when at HL Road in Ahmedabad.
1. Cheese Maggi
When you visit HL Road, don’t miss their famous cheese Maggi. The dish is loaded with spices and topped with drool-worthy cheese. You’ll find many joints serving it, and some of the best to try are Shree Shyam, RK, Friend’s Maggi, and Bherunath. At these stalls, you can also try their special Tadka Maggi, Butter Maggi, and Double Tadka Maggie. They also offer a variety of momos and pastas. The prices of these Maggi varieties start from ₹60.
2. Frankie
One thing Amdavadis can’t miss on HL Road is the fully loaded frankie. The stalls here offer over 20–30 varieties, including manchurian, noodles, vegetable, mayonnaise, schezwan, and cheese frankies. Some of the best stalls to eat from are HL Wala and Jay Rajeshwari. The starting price of the frankies is ₹80.
3. Cold Cocoa
HL Road is not only heaven for food but also for those looking to sip on some refreshing drinks. On the roadside, some stalls sell mouthwatering and absolutely chocolatey cold cocoa. While serving, they top it with chocolate bits to make it even more amazing. The best places to try cold cocoa are Kamal Cold Cocoa and Suraj Coffee Bar. The prices start at ₹50.
4. Cold Coffee
We often see people heading to aesthetic cafés for a glass of cold coffee, but did you know this famous street in Ahmedabad serves some of the best coffee, too? At HL Road, you’ll find some amazing places serving cold coffees with lots of chocolate syrup. For this, check out Friend Coffee Bar and Shambus. These joints also serve delicious shakes.
5. Aloo Paratha
Don’t skip the hot aloo paratha when you’re at HL Road. Stuffed with spicy mashed potatoes and topped with butter, it’s pure comfort food. Grab one fresh off the tawa and enjoy it right away. The best place to try hot aloo parathas is Krishna Aloo Paratha Centre.
6. Monaco Toppings
Relive your childhood’s best memories at HL Road with some delicious Monaco toppings. Yes, you read right, this famous street food lane has some stalls preparing monaco toppings filled with veggies and loaded with cheese. The prices of these Monaco topping dishes start at ₹80. You can try them at Charbhuja and Maharaj.
Other dishes to try at HL Road include vada pav, dabeli, sandwiches, sugarcane juice, and dosas. So, if you’re in Ahmedabad, don’t forget to visit HL Road and enjoy its must-try dishes.
Where: H.L. College Road, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad
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