Visiting Varanasi without trying its iconic food would be a missed opportunity. This guide covers every essential dish tourists should try, from kachori-sabzi to Malaiyo, along with practical tips for navigating the food scene.
Key Takeaways
- Must-Eat Dishes
Must-Eat Dishes
Every tourist must try: Kachori-Sabzi (Rs 40-60), Litti Chokha (Rs 60-80), Rabri Jalebi (Rs 60-80), Malaiyo (Rs 40-60, winter only), Banarasi Paan (Rs 20-40), and Thandai (Rs 30-50). Start with a food walk from Godowlia to Dashashwamedh.
Kachori-Sabzi
Rs 40-60/plate
Litti Chokha
Rs 60-80/plate
Banarasi Paan
Rs 20-40/piece
Quick Tips
Must eat: Kachori (Rs 40-60), Litti Chokha (Rs 60-80), Paan (Rs 20-40). Start food walk from Godowlia.
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