The 10 Best Dhabas In Chandigarh
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Those who desire the very best of Punjabi cuisine in Chandigarh have plenty of choices there, as the place is dotted with plenty of dhabas serving traditional cuisine. It's obvious that North Indian cuisine holds a special place in the hearts of all foodies. Therefore, Chandigarh is the perfect place to enjoy authentic Punjabi food. If you're planning to dine in Chandigarh, here are some of the most popular dhabas.

Here are the 10 best Dhaba in Chandigarh:

1. Sethi Dhaba

Sethi dhaba is an old dhaba located in Zirakpur on the Chandigarh-Delhi National Highway. This dhaba is renowned among travelers who stop here after a long journey from Delhi to Chandigarh, but it is equally popular among city residents who come here to eat Punjabi food. Sethi Dhaba is open all day and delivers fresh food, which is one of its main selling points. Here you will love their missi roti, dal makhani, and chicken biryani.

Phone Number: 08556950001

USP Dishes: Afghani Chicken, Egg Bhurji, Hara Bhara Kebab, Dal Makhni

Available Cuisine: North Indian, Chinese

Type: Veg and Non-veg

Meals Served: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Snacks, Dinner

Timings: 10.00 am - 12.00 am

Address: Near, MC Gaushala Road, Panchsheel Enclave, Zirakpur, Punjab 140603

Cost For Two: Rs 500

2. Deluxe Dhaba

If you’re in the city of Tricity and are visiting Sector 28, you must eat at Deluxe Dhaba. They serve large portions of food and are known for their lemon chicken prepared in cream and served with piping hot laccha parathas. Non-vegetarians will enjoy this place as a food haven. Some of the best dishes you should definitely try here are pudina paratha, chicken masala, kulfi, mutton rogan josh, kheer, and chicken curry.

Phone Number: 01725000555

USP Dishes: Chicken Curry, Laccha Paratha, Rogan Josh

Available Cuisine: North Indian, Chinese, Mughlai

Type: Veg and Non-veg

Meals Served: Brunch, Lunch, Snacks, Dinner

Timings: 11.30 am - 10.30 pm

Address: SCO 14-15, Ground Floor, Sector 28 Market Rd, Near Motor Market, Sector 28 C, Sector 28, Chandigarh, 160102

Cost For Two: Rs 500


3. Gurbax Dhaba

Gurbax Dhaba is a Punjabi eatery that offers generous home-style cuisine at reasonable prices. This eatery is open all day long and serves a range of Punjabi specialties like sarson da saag, makki ki roti, malai kofta, and more. They also have a wide selection of scrumptious lentil dishes, including malai kofta and sarson da saag. To complete your meal, order a large Punjabi lassi!

Phone Number: 09888869714

USP Dishes: Mixed Vegetables, Tandoori Roti, Mushroom Masala, Sarson Ka Saag

Available Cuisine: North Indian

Type: Veg and Non-veg

Meals Served: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Snacks, Dinner

Timings: 8.00 am - 10.00 pm

Address: Booth 3025-D, Dakshin Marg, Sector 22D, Sector 22, Chandigarh, 160022

Cost For Two: Rs 350


4. Swarn Dhaba

Swarn Dhaba is one of Sector 30's best dhabas. This dhaba has been running for over four decades and serves delicious food. The food here is simple yet delicious, so you shouldn't miss it! All the dishes are prepared using homemade masalas, which brings crowds here. Their mutton curry is one of the most popular items on their menu. You can also try their soya chaap, chicken curry, and shahi paneer if you're not a vegetarian.

Phone Number: 01722654323

USP Dishes: Mushroom Chaap, Chicken Curry, Punjabi Mutton, Shahi Paneer

Available Cuisine: North Indian

Type: Veg and Non-veg

Meals Served: Brunch, Lunch, Snacks, Dinner

Timings: 12.00 pm - 3.00 pm/ 7.00 pm - 9.30 pm

Address: Booth No 14, 15,16, opposite Satya Sai Oldage Home, Block B, CSIO Colony, Sector 30-C, Sector 30, Chandigarh, 160030

Cost For Two: Rs 350

5. Pehalwan da Dhaba

Students from nearby Punjab University and surrounding colleges frequent this dhaba. The non-vegetarian food served here and the ambience are reasons for its popularity. It is located about 10-15 minutes away from Shivalik View. To enjoy its tasty fare, you should visit here and try kadhai paneer, Amritsari kulcha, etc.

Phone Number: 08427876881

USP Dishes: Kadhai Paneer, Amritsari Kulcha, Butter Chicken

Available Cuisine: North Indian

Type: Veg and Non-veg

Meals Served: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Snacks, Dinner

Timings: 7.00 am - 11.00 pm

Address: Booth No 342, Patel Market, 15D, Sector 15, Chandigarh, 160015

Cost For Two: Rs 500


6. Mitran Da Dhaba

When you visit this dhaba, you'll feel as if you're in a Bollywood movie, due to the fields and the rustic setting. Mittran da Dhaba is situated on NH95 on Chandigarh-Ludhiana Road, and all those visiting here get a free lassi. Try their shahi paneer and navratan korma with tandoori roti, and finish your meal with chilled kheer served here. You can also try famous Punjabi dishes like Makki Ki Roti and Sarson Ka Saag here.

Phone Number: 09501519486

USP Dishes: Sarson Ka Saag, Grilled Chicken, Egg Biryani

Available Cuisine: North Indian, Chinese, Fast Food

Type: Veg and Non-veg

Meals Served: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Snacks, Dinner

Timings: 24 hours open

Address: QP38+3GP, Chandigarh siswan road Chandigarh, sisma Road, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Chandigarh 160025

Cost For Two: Rs 450


7. Nukkar Dhaba

Nukkar Dhaba is the place to count on for authentic vegetarian food. They have a huge variety of options on their menu. From thalis to kadhi rice, everything tastes delicious at affordable prices. You can also have momos, stuffed parathas served with white butter, dal makhni, jeera rice, paneer kadhai, etc.

Phone Number: 09988449449

USP Dishes: Paneer Butter Masala, Amritsari Dal, Noodles

Available Cuisine: North Indian, Chinese, South Indian

Type: Veg 

Meals Served: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Snacks, Dinner

Timings: 9.00 am - 11.30 pm

Address: Sector 22C, Sector 22, Chandigarh, 160022

Cost For Two: Rs 400


8. Tehal Singh’s Dhaba & Restaurant 

If you want to taste some authentic chicken dishes then Tehal Singh's Dhaba is one of the best places you can think of. It is a very popular restaurant in Chandigarh that serves traditionally made chicken dishes like Butter Chicken and Tandoori Chicken. Along with quality, they also provide a very affordable menu which will definitely not cost you your fortune. If we talk about the ambience here, then this place has a very casual and happening environment with a decent seating area.  

Phone Number: 01722711189

USP Dishes: Noodles, Chicken Tikka, Butter Chicken

Available Cuisine: North Indian, Chinese

Type: Veg and Non-veg

Meals Served: Brunch, Lunch, Snacks, Dinner

Timings: 12.00 pm - 12.00 am

Address: 1121 B, Sector 22 Market Rd, Sector 22B, Sector 22, Chandigarh, 160022

Cost For Two: Rs 650


9. Kumar Rasoi

Kumar Rasoi is a one stop destination for those who are vegetarian and want to relish some luscious North Indian dishes. Located in Sector 37, this place is very enjoyable for a group of friends that is looking for a casual place to have lunch or dinner. If you visit here, then we would like to recommend to you their most loved Veg Biryani and Paneer Shashlik. 

Phone Number: 01725017376

USP Dishes: Rajma, Paneer Tikka Masala, Kheer

Available Cuisine: North Indian, Chinese

Type: Veg 

Meals Served: Brunch, Lunch, Snacks, Dinner

Timings: 9.00 am - 11.00 pm

Address: Shop No. 206, Near SBI Bank, Sector 37-C, Chandigarh, 160036

Cost For Two: Rs 500


10. Nagpal Pure Veg Foods

Nagpal Pure Veg Foods is one of the most popular Dhaba in the city. This pure vegetarian restaurant offers a large variety of delicious curries and snacks which include Kadai Paneer Butter Masala, Onion Paratha, and many more. The food here is of very good quality and surprisingly available at a very affordable price. The ambience here is average and this place remains full most of the time so we can say that it's loud and crowded.  

Phone Number: 09914427019

USP Dishes: Kadhai Paneer, Dal Makhni, Mixed Vegetables

Available Cuisine: North Indian, Chinese, Mughlai

Type: Veg 

Meals Served: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Snacks, Dinner

Timings: 9.00 am - 1.00 am

Address: SCO 1138, Himalaya Marg, Sector 22C, Sector 22B, Sector 22, Chandigarh, 160022

Cost For Two: Rs 500