When it comes to Punjabi food, the city and its love for it probably goes back hundreds of years! And while we all have different Punjabi dishes we love, we’re sure nobody can resist a good, crisp & buttery Amritsari Kulcha. Of course, as the name suggests, this variety of Kulcha has managed to make a room in Delhiite’s hearts all the way from Amritsar. While a typical Amritsari Kulcha has a stuffing of potatoes, onions & green chillies, these days there are numerous variations available. So, let’s think of calories another day and savour mouth-watering Amritsari Kulchas at these spots in the city.
1. Kulcha King
This 10-year-old eatery in Sarojini Nagar serves some of the most authentic eats and is one of the best places for devouring your fill of Amristari kulchas! With thick kulchas which have been crisped to a golden brown with butter, Kulcha King indeed deserves all the accolades. With numerous varieties on their menu, we fell for every single kulcha we had here! If you are spicy by heart then try their Masala Paneer Kulcha with Meethi Laasi. Go try it yourselves!
Where: Shop 144, Ring Road Market, Sarojini Nagar, New Delhi
Contact: +91 8882335222
2. Baljeet’s Amritsari Koolcha
Craving some authentic Amritsari kulchas then head over to Baljeet’s Amritsari Koolcha for some yummy grub! They have delicious and totally guilty-indulgence-worthy kulchas. Grab their big thali with these kulchas in a mix of fillings like aloo, gobhi and mix vegetables. And if you’re in the mood for something more filling, then go in for the Deluxe Thali which includes Dal Makhani, Shahi Paneer, Mutter Paneer, Rice, Raita, one Paratha, and a Naan. That’s a lot of good food! Accompany your Amritsari extravaganza with their yummy Mix Fruit Kulfi.
Where: NSP, Paschim Vihar & Rajouri Garden
Contact: +91 9555200500
3. Kulcha Junction
A small eatery near Bangla Sahib Gurudwara, Kulcha Junction serves some amazing kulchas! The outlet’s quality and reputation precede its name, and we personally are fans of their Masala Kulcha and Mix Veg Kulcha. While you are munching on those kulchas do try their Namkeen Lassi. They are so good that your heart and bellies will dance in joy! Don’t trust us, head here RN.
Where: Shop 6, Hanuman Road, Near Bangla Sahib Gurudwara, Connaught Place, New Delhi
Contact: +91 9971700861
4. Amritsari Kulcha King
Dishing out numerous varieties including Aloo, Pyaaz and Paneer Kulchas, Amritsari Kulcha King gives a slight twist to the original! The kulcha is served piping hot with a dollop of butter on them that melts away and some classic chole and chutney to go with it! We are drooling already, aren’t you? Gorge away their on all this with some in special Lassi!
Where: Karol Bagh & Faridabad
Contact: +91 8076733527
5. Amritsar Express
Located on Jail Road, Amritsar Express is known for whipping up delightful plates of yummy Amritsari kulchas which are easy on the pocket. All the bhukkad souls rejoice, as they dish out brown-tinged kulchas with flavorful chole, boondi raita, and chutney on the side, drooling much? They do a range of variants like Gobhi Pyaaz, Aloo, Aloo Pyaaz, Paneer Pyaaz and more. The next time you’re down for hogging on some old street food to satisfy your hunger pangs, you know where to drop by!
Where: Prem Nagar, Main Road, Jail Road, New Delhi
Contact: +91 8373970356
6. Kulcha Walas
Situated in Gurgaon, Kulcha Walas is an awesome sauce joint, especially for non-vegetarians, because they’ve got amazing dishes to serve. We tried their Keema Kulcha and Onion Garlic Kulcha and we totally loved it. Drop whatever you are doing and head over to this place to feast on some soul-satisfying kulcha. Don’t forget to pair them with a glass of sweet lassi!
Where: 136, Huda Market, Sector 31, Gurgaon
Contact: +91 8130660606
7. Amritsari Express
Amritsari Express has amazing mouth watering Kulchas Platter which serves boondi raita, chole, and chutney. Their kulchas are crisp and fresh, exactly the way we like them! With just the right amount of spices, the chole is amazing. All in all, you wouldn’t be able to stop yourselves from visiting here again and again!
Where: Dwarka, Tagore Garden, DLF Phase 3 & Sahibabad
Contact: +91 9599004119
8. Breakfast Point
The name says it all! They offer lust-worthy Amritsari Kulche which are just ideal for the first meal of the day! Their menu comprises only Aloo Kulcha, Aloo Pyaz, and Paneer Kulcha and yes a little extra butter will never hurt you! We’re rushing to this place right away to grab a yummy breakfast, are you? And oh, don’t forget to order some Namkeen Lassi to pair up with your Amritsari Kulche. Clearly, breakfast of the champions!
Where: Paschim Vihar, Kirti Nagar, Chander Nagar
Contact: +91 9560982001
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