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When the cricket fans gather at Narendra Modi Stadium to witness the ICC T20 World Cup Final between India and New Zealand, the energy is unmatchable. Fans arrive with jerseys to cheer their favourite team, ready with a prediction and discussing everything in their knowledge. For a match day in Ahmedabad, it is also a chance to explore the rich food culture that flourishes on bold spices, appetising street snacks with a blend of comforting regional flavours.
Think of the day like a completely paced innings. Begin the day with a hearty breakfast, take snack breaks before that toss, refuel with a satisfying lunch, and then celebrate the match result with late-night street food hopping.
Where To Eat In Ahmedabad During The ICC T20 World Cup Final
From the iconic Gujarati favourites to simple food joints near the Narendra Modi stadium, this one-day food trail ensures your cricket outing is as special for its tastes as it is for the final score.
Breakfast Stop: The Madras Cafe
Begin the day with a breakfast that feels wholesome, fulfilling, and comforting, and South Indian breakfast options are a great way to understand the assignment. This famous South Indian cafe near Sabarmati is loved for its crispy dosas, soft and fluffy idlis, and freshly-brewed filter coffee. You must try the ghee roast dosa here, which is the real highlight. It is thin, perfectly crisp and golden from the edges, and served with a bowl of tangy sambhar and coconut chutney that perfectly balances the richness with spice. You will see many locals also pairing their breakfast with their strong, frothy filter coffee, which instantly wakes you up. At this place, you will find simple food served at its best without any fancy things, and, above all, their quick service makes the place worth visiting.
Location: Sabarmati, Ahmedabad
Timings: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Cost For two: Rs 300 to Rs 500
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Mid-Morning Snack: Gwalia Sweets
After having breakfast, if you already feel like snacking a little before all the ICC T20 World Cup Final madness begins, head to this famous Gujarati sweet and snack shop. Gwalia is well-known for the variety of mithai they serve, but their savoury bites are also equally worth trying as they replicate Ahmedabad’s street food culture. The dahi kachori here stands out, which is topped with thick but smooth yoghurt, tangy chutneys, and crunchy sev. Another classic you should try is the fafda with jalebi, a sweet-salty pairing that represents the Gujarati breakfasts. The flavours here are not too bold, and everything has a perfect balance of spicy and tangy notes, making this the perfect place for quick snacking before you head to the stadium.
Location: 4D Square Mall, Motera
Timings: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Cost For Two: Rs 200 to Rs 500
Lunch Break: Grill Kitchen Ultimate BBQ
If you are thinking of meeting friends before the match begins, this relaxed barbecue restaurant is perfect for a satisfying lunch stop. Tables here have the built-in grills where skewers of paneer, vegetables, and kebabs get cooked slowly while you chit-chat and discuss the upcoming game. Their smoky tandoori starters and creamy dal makhani are crowd favourites. It is the kind of place where you can try over multiple rounds of grilled appetisers and still not get bored.
Location: Chandkheda, Ahmedabad
Timings: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Cost For Two: Rs 600 to Rs 800
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Pre-Match Dinner: Laziz Restaurant
Just minutes away from the Narendra Modi stadium is Laziz restaurant, which you can head to if you want to have an early dinner and then head to witness the innings. Loved for its North Indian comfort food, the restaurant serves the best paneer butter masala, which you can pair with rumali roti and chicken biryani to pair with salan and creamy raita. It is close to the stadium, which means you can enjoy a relaxed meal without rushing and stressing about if you miss the first ball.
Location: Stadium Road, Ahmedabad
Timings: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Cost For Two: Rs 600 to Rs 900
Quick Bite After The Match: Krishna Corner
After hours of cheering and clapping, a quick, satisfying meal is needed to refuel. Krishna Corner is a restaurant known for its South Indian dishes. The masala dosa here is crispy and generously filled with spiced potato filling, while the chutneys add to the freshness. Their uttapam is another people's favourite, which is loaded with vegetables and cooked until they turn slightly caramelised and the edges turn crispy. The food at this place soothes you down after all the adrenaline rush at the T20 Cricket World Cup stadium.
Location: Sabarmati, Ahmedabad
Timings: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Cost For Two: Rs 250 to Rs 500
Post-Match Celebration: Manek Chowk
Win or lose, but after every match, you will find this place filled with T20 Cricket World Cup Final fans excitedly discussing every over, every ball and every catch. By night, Manek Chowk changes into one of the most famous street food markets. You can see rows of street stalls serving everything right from buttery pav bhaji to cheese-loaded sandwiches and chocolate sandwiches that are cooked on giant tawas. The atmosphere is always cheerful, loud, and also wonderfully chaotic. It’s the ultimate late-night food stop where cricket celebrations mix seamlessly with the vibrant street food culture of Ahmedabad.
Location: Old City, Ahmedabad
Timings: 9:30 PM till late at night
Cost For Two: Rs 300 to Rs 400
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