Indore food trail — the ultimate one-day eating map covering 8 must-try dishes across the city’s best food spots. A complete food lover’s guide to Indore.
Hey gorgeous Indore! Ria here, and I have done the research, done the eating, and created the ultimate Indore food trail for you. This is one full day of eating in Indore — 8 dishes, starting from breakfast all the way through midnight snacks. Trust me, zero regrets guaranteed! ✨
The Ultimate Indore Food Trail
7:00 AM — Stop 1: Vijay Chaat House (Geeta Bhawan) — Poha + Jalebi
Start your day the only way a true Indori does. Fresh poha (₹30), crispy jalebi (₹15). The queue at 7 AM tells you everything you need to know about the quality. Budget: ₹45.
10:00 AM — Stop 2: Joshi Dahi Bada Bhandar (56 Dukan area) — Dahi Bada
A mid-morning snack that’s actually a religious experience. The cool dahi, the sweet chutney, the perfectly soft bada. ₹30-40 per plate. Budget: ₹35.
12:30 PM — Stop 3: Local Thali Restaurant — Dal Bafla Thali
Lunch should be filling. Dal bafla is MP’s soul food — wheat dumplings with rich dal, ghee, and achar. Any good local restaurant near Old Palasia area. Budget: ₹100-120.
3:00 PM — Stop 4: Bhutte ka Kees Stall — The Indore Original
The afternoon snack that no other city makes right. Grated corn in ghee and spices. ₹30-40. Find it at any roadside stall in the old city or near the main markets.
5:00 PM — Stop 5: Shikanji Stall — The Indori Answer to All Problems
When the afternoon heat kicks in, Indori shikanji is the only answer. Fresh lime, kala namak, special masala. ₹20-25. Best at old-city stalls near Rajwada.
7:00 PM — Stop 6: Chappan Dukan — The Evening Ritual
The evening at 56 Dukan deserves its own visit. Try the mawa bati (₹15-20 per piece) and garadu if it’s available. Budget: ₹60-80.
9:30 PM — Stop 7: Sarafa Bazaar — The Night Kitchen
The famous night food market. Try items you haven’t tried yet — sabudana khichdi, corn chaat, or whatever fresh item catches your eye. Budget: ₹80-100.
11:30 PM — Stop 8: Late Night Paratha — The Perfect Ending
The day ends with a ghee-laden paratha from a late-night stall. Vijay Nagar has several that stay open late. Stuffed aloo paratha with pickle and butter. Budget: ₹40-60. The perfect end to a perfect Indori food day.
Total Budget for the Trail: ₹400-500
Yes, you can do the best food tour in India for ₹500. Only in Indore.
People Also Ask
What is the best food to eat in Indore?
Poha-jalebi, dahi bada, bhutte ka kees, garadu, shikanji, dal bafla, and mawa bati are Indore’s most iconic dishes.
How much does a food tour of Indore cost?
A comprehensive food tour covering Indore’s iconic dishes can be done for ₹400-600 per person — making it one of India’s most affordable food cities.
What time does Sarafa Bazaar start?
Sarafa Bazaar food market typically starts around 8-9 PM and runs until 2-3 AM daily.
One day in Indore’s food scene and you’ll understand why Indoris are so proud of their city. Go do this trail — and tag me when you do! ✨ #IndoreFoodTrail #IndoreFood #FoodLoversGuide
