20 Dishes You Must Try When In Kolkata

The distinctiveness of a City is reliant upon many things like its Lifestyle, Landmarks Monuments and last but not the least, it’s Food Culture. Kolkata is a city that asserts its eminence as far as its Food is concerned. You need to delve into the city’s food to get to know its aestheticism better.

Here are the twenty dishes one cannot give a miss when in Kolkata:

Rolls

The age old recipes of the Roll are a well kept secret in the city whether it is Vegetable, Egg or Chicken Roll The exclusivity cannot be reduplicated anywhere else. Ballygunj Dhaba should be your go-to place for Rolls in Kolkata.

Chowmein

A variety of fried Noodles in Kolkata, which you will find in every nook and corner of the city. The Bengali-Chinese cuisine is very different from your regular Chinese Food. Tangy and scrumptious, you will not regret the fact that it will leave your taste buds nippy. Tangra is the best place for noodles in Kolkata where you can savoir the delight.

Phuchka

Anybody in this region will claim the fact that the Phuchka, a form of the Panipuri, is the most outstanding food in Kolkata too. The filling dwells in a combination of Tamarind Water, Boiled Potatoes and other Masalas. Head straight to the one in Southern Avenue or College Street. You will not regret this endeavor.

Ghugni

Delectable to taste and Healthy and Light on the Stomach, this dish is imbued in a very thick Gravy with Potatoes and Channa. They are generally furnished with Rotis or Buns. The most Delicious Ghoognis are served near Howrah Station.

Jhalmuri

You will find this iconic dish in every nook and corner of the city. It is a concoction puffed rice with a variety of Spices and Sev. The Taate of the unique Jhalmuri is unparalleled to anything else. Visit Victoria Memorial to get the most sumptuous Jhaalmuri.

Churmur

This street food in Kolkata is unexampled and special to the city. The Phuchka Puris mixed, broken and crushed with Spices and Mashed Potatoes to create and Exemplary Dish.
This can be found everywhere in the city.

Cutting Cha

Served in Earthen Cups or Bhaars, this is a Kolkata Special food. Connoisseurs of Tea in Kolkata vouch for the Bhaarer Cha as it is called. Remember to have more than two cups to get the desired effect. Try the one in Balwant Singh Dhaba, you will be craving for more.

Telebhaja

Though not very healthy because of the Oil used, that doesn’t discourage people from eating them. It can be found in different varieties like Brinjal, Potatoe, Pumpkin, etc. Each one is tastier than the other. Do not leave Kolkata without trying this street food.

Fish Fry

No meal is complete for Bengalis without the classic Fish. You have to try the Deep Fried and Crumbly Fish Fry from the Street Hawkers in Gariahat and Park Street.

Vegetable Chop

As the name suggests this one of the most desired dishes in Kolkata by Vegetarians and Non Vegetarians alike. Filled with different Vegetables, this dish is a simple delight.

Alu Kabli

Alu Kabli is a unique Chaat made with a blend of Aromatic Spices and Boiled Potatoes. Nandan and Gorer Math serve the best variety.

Kachori

Having this delectation is simply a pleasure. The Hot Crumbles melt in your mouth along with the filling. Dakhineshwar and Kalighat Temples outskirts serve one of the best Kachoris in Kolkata.

Jalebi (Jilipi)

How can leave behind the Sweet Delicacy when in Kolkata. Every Sweet shop in Kolkata Fries Crispy and Hot Jalebis and every Locality has its exclusive shop.

Roshogolla

Kolkata and Roshogolla are Synonymous and you cannot leave the city without trying this Sweet Dish. The best ones you get in K C Das and Ballaram Mallick and Sons. Do try the Baked Varieties.

Sondesh

This Sweet made from Milk and Cottage Cheese comes in different Varieties like Saffron, Pistachios, Almonds or Strawberry, Ice Cream and Chocolate. This Mishti would simply melt in your mouth. Try the ones in Bancharam and Nakur Nandy.

Kosha Mangsho

Not to be left behind when in Kolkata, this Scrumptious Dish with Meat pieces dipped in Thick Gravy is a Delight. Do try this Delicacy in Golbari.

Chelo Kabab

The Dish will melt in your mouth. Served with Mutton or Chicken Seekh Kebabs along with Veggies and Steamed Rice, this is a must have. Do not miss the ones in Peter Cat. You will visit the place again for more rounds.

Macher Jhol (Fish Curry)

Macher Jhol with Steaming Rice is the Staple Food of this City. The best place to have is the home made variety at a Bengali’s place. If you do not have the privilege to so that, go to Bhojohoro Manna and indulge to your hearts content.

Kolkata Biryani

Every Bengali vouches for the Kolkata Biryani served with the special Aloo or Potato. The Biryani here is a must try as it is very different from the other Varieties. The best one you will get in Arsalan and Royal.

Pitha

The base made from Rice Flour and filled with a Coconut Stuffing, this Sweet desire can be both salty and sweet. Steamed or Fried, you will be asking for more. Have them at Bancharam or Nakur Nandy.