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Food completes a holiday experience. You feel like something is lacking when the food is not up to the mark. And one thing Rajasthan is known for is their spicy food, whether it is vegetarian or nonvegetarian.
This Indian state is proud of the variety of chillies and generously uses it in the meals. The burn from the chillies and spices will make you sweat, but it is easily doused with jaljeera or thandai.
In Ajmer, the food is predominately nonvegetarian due to the large Muslim community. This is the best place to sample the best food in Ajmer that includes succulent, spiced kebabs, richly flavoured briyani, pungent lal maas, and mouth-watering mutton curries.
However, many restaurants in Ajmer serve Rajasthani, vegetarian dishes and the best way to sample it, is in a thali. It is affordable and you get to taste various preparations in one plate. The best restaurants in Ajmer to satisfy your food cravings are as follows.
The area around Ajmer Sharif, Dargah Bazar, is a buzzing area leading to the tomb of the Sufi saint, Moinuddin Chishti. Alongside shops selling flowers, incense sticks, and religious items, are many food stalls and some of the best restaurants in Ajmer.
Jannat Hotel and Restaurant is one such place that is family friendly and is next to the dargah. Many tourists choose this place to stay, but if you are passing through make a stop to indulge in their biryanis. Their specialty is Mughlai cuisine. They are also known for their breakfast.
Madina Restaurant is one of those restaurants in Ajmer that offers delicious food at an affordable cost. You can begin your trip of Ajmer with a kheema paratha or come for lunch or dinner to feast on mutton curry, kheema-egg curry, mutton briyani, and fried chicken. Besides the food, the affordable rates attract tourists and locals to this establishment.
Kaaynat Restaurant offers Mughlai dishes at a reasonable price. When at Kaaynat Restaurant, it is highly recommended to order the tandoori chicken or the angrezi chicken. They also serve Indian-Chinese dishes. This hole-in-the-wall restaurant is a hot favourite with the locals.
The other restaurants in the Dargah Bazaar area is Khawaja Niyaz Restaurant, Ramesh South Indian Food, Hotel Shahanshah Mahal, Dada's Kitchen, Shree Restaurant, and New Hotel Jannat.
This is the hot spot for tourists, who come to spend the day at the lake. There are several restaurants and hotels lining the streets leading to this beautiful, calm lake. They make great places to eat in Ajmer.
Rasoi - The Train Restaurant is one such place that specialises in vegetarian Rajasthani cuisine. One of the items on the menu you should try is the Rajasthani thali. They serve an assortment of local dishes in one big plate, which includes desserts too. The other Rajasthani dishes are dal bati churma, ker Sangri, gatte ki khichdi, and methi bajra poori. The restaurant caters to large groups, the ambiance is ideal for a family, and the portion size is just right.
Mango Masala Restaurant cooks up a delectable fare of local and international dishes. You can bite into a pizza as well as dig into a thali. It is a kid-friendly place that everyone will love. The dishes served are a break from the regular. You’ll get a great selection of Italian, American, Chinese and Indian food.
For an elegant spread, head to Ambrosia Restaurant situated on Lohagal Road. They have gorgeous Greek-style booths on the terrace that overlook the Aravalli Mountains. The is a perfect setting for couples, families and large group of friends. What heightens this experience is the food. Some of the go-to favourites are dahi ke kabab and bird’s nest. Unique dishes with an artistic presentation.
When you travel on the highway, you come across number of trailers carrying containers. Inbox Restaurant and Cafe has converted these containers into a restaurant. The uniqueness extends to their food too. You must try tandoori momos, nawab pizza, and chocolate bomb. The rooftop seating with string lights adds extra warmth to the place. The ambiance is modern, which will appeal to the young. Another fact about this place is that vegetarian kitchen and serving space are separate from the non-vegetarian ones.
Karim's is a place that combines the flavours of Middle East and Afghanistan with Indian cuisine. They do serve vegetarian dishes, but they are known more for their non vegetarian food that includes a wide range of kebabs and tandooris. End your meal with their desserts like phirni, kheer, or shahi tukda.
The street food in Rajasthan is epic, so is the case with Ajmer. One of the best places to try out the local quick bites is Shankar Chaat. However, be prepared for an explosion of spices. Get a serving of kadhi kachori, samosa saag, mirchi wada, and aloo tikki. A visit to Ajmer is incomplete without tasting the chaat.
Restaurants in Ajmer are colourful affairs. You can enjoy a Rajasthani thali, bite into a burger, enjoy momos, or relish the kebabs. There is no end to what you can find in Ajmer. A good way to have a satisfying food tour, is to book a package with SOTC. They cater to every traveller’s requirements. The packages are set at different price points to suit various budgets. Find an Ajmer deal that is perfect for you.
