Monsoon is the time when we crave spicy and hot foods like misal pav, vada pav, pakoras and more. And for people in Maharashtra, the way to put a stop to these cravings is super easy. Just travel to Lonavala to relish some misal pav at Buvanchi Misal, operating since 1987! It is truly a spot no foodie should miss.
Buvanchi Misal Has Been Serving Misal Pav Since 1987
Mumbaikars, would you travel 80 km to Lonavala just for misal pav? We advise you to if the place you are going to is called Buvanchi Misal! This legendary family-run open eatery has been running since 1987 and serving hundreds of food lovers daily with an unchanging family recipe. The place actually serves thousands of its famous Jhanjhanit Misal every day!
It opened in 1987 as an open-air restaurant to serve people who were budget-conscious and working-class travellers. They offered a hearty meal at such a low cost that anyone could afford it. Started by Maruti Gaikwad and now run by his grandson, the family has kept the original spice blend and preparation style for over 30 years. Not just locals, this spot is also a hit among celebrities like Sachin Pilgaonkar, Raj Thackeray, and Suniel Shetty.
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Try Their Jhanjhanit Misal, Kanda Bhajiya & More This Monsoon
Their Jhanjhanit Misal is so delicious that you won’t be able to stop at one plate. It is spicy, tangy and loaded with tomatoes, onions and lots of flavours from rassa, which is their thick red gravy. The best part is that the misal is available in three spice levels: mild, medium and spicy. So, people can get it customised as per their preference. Toppings of the misal include chivda and onions, along with a side of thecha, which is a green chilli and garlic paste.
Apart from their best-selling dish, you should definitely try the Kanda Bhajiyas (Onion fritters) and chutneys from Buvanchi Misal, which go perfectly well with a cup of chai this rainy season. Honestly, who can even resist this in monsoon? We bet nobody can!
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So, road trippers in Maharashtra, if you have plans this monsoon, make sure to add a visit to Buvanchi Misal in Lonavala. Sometimes a plate of spicy misal pav is a great reason to detour, especially if it’s raining!
Where: Behind Fariya’s Resort, Arsiwalla Villa, Lonavala, Maharashtra
When: 8:30 am-7:30 pm
Cost: ₹50 to ₹90 per person
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