Hello Amravatikar, today's blog is a special one where I am sharing my amazing experience of Amravati's best street food. I was born in Delhi but did my schooling and college in Amravati. Amravati is my "Karmabhoomi ". It is a significant city in Maharashtra known for its cultural and religious importance. Amravati is the second-largest city in the Vidarbha region after Nagpur and is also referred to as the region's cultural capital.
Amravati has an ancient history, with its original name being "Udumbravati". Over time, this name evolved into its Prakrut form, "Umbravati", and eventually became known as Amravati. It is said that Amravati is named for its ancient Ambadevi temple.
Now that we've explored the rich history and culture of Amravati, it's time to dive into the city's vibrant street food scene
Let's talk about Amravati's best street food. If someone asks me what my favorite street food is, my answer would be everything! From Amravati's specialty Gila Vada to Aloo Bonda, I love every street food that I've tried in the city. So here are famous street foods of Amravati that satisfy your cravings
Gila Vada:
Gila Vada is made up of Urad Dal. It's a regular vada that is deep-fried and then soaked in water for some time, which makes it soft and sponge-like, giving it the name 'Gila Vada '. You can find Gila vada at almost every corner of Amravati, including popular spots like Sarafa, Sakkarsath, and Jaistambh Chowk.
If you want to try Gila Vada, I recommend checking out the popular spot called Manish Vishnu Maharaj. Manish Vishnu Maharaj is a famous street food stall in Amravati for Gila Vada and is frequently covered by local food bloggers and media. If you're in Amravati and haven't tried Gila Vada before, I highly recommend giving it a try at least once during your visit.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/L6a1eM6kggogy6XF9
Price: Rs. 25/-
Sambhar Vadi:
Sambhar Vadi is a famous street food in Amravati, made by mixing coriander and other spices and rolling it like a Bhakar Vadi. The difference is that Bhakar Vadi is in small pieces, while Sambhar Vadi is a complete roll. Raghuveer is the most popular place in Amravati for Sambhar Vadi, as well as other dishes and sweets.
I especially like Raghuveer's Sambhar Vadi, but there are many other places in Amravati like Mamaji stall where you can try it too. I highly recommend trying the Sambhar Vadi and Gila Vada when you visit Amravati. They are both delicious and popular street foods that you don't want to miss!
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/FSbYuHAkgYYmVLw5A
Price: Rs. 30/-
Gup Chup:
Guys, it's a Pani puri but we Amravatikar called it "Gup Chup". It consists of a deep-fried puri filled with mixed flavored water, mashed potato, onion, or chickpeas. In the city, there are hundreds of small stalls, and each one offers a different taste. Some are spicy, while others have different flavored waters like Jeera, Pudina, Lassun, Imli, etc. Some stalls even have automatic machines to serve Pani Puri (Gup Chup).
I can't compare them all, but personally, I enjoy the Gup Chup from a small hand cart run by an uncle who has been serving Gup Chup since my childhood. He sets up his stall every evening around 5 pm at Deep Nagar, near the Farish Stop, in front of Anand Gym. Trust me you'll get fantastic Pani Puri there.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/gLdS1BjcQF1ADToB7
Price: Rs. 10 - 20/-
Aaloo Bonda with Rassa:
Trust me guys, Aaloo Bonda with Rassa is a unique and delicious combination. Aaloo Bonda is a mixture of spices with aloo (potato) in it, similar to samosa, but instead of maida (flour), it has a besan (gram flour) coating and is deep-fried. In Amravati, there are many places where you can try this tasty dish, like Roshni Cafe and other small stalls.
However, my favorite place to have Aaloo Bonda with Rassa is a small uncle's stall, which has a unique way of preparing the dish. The rassa is slightly spicy, but it is very flavorful. Unfortunately, I can't provide you with the exact location, but I highly recommend trying this dish whenever you are in Amravati.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/KxGDjdqCz9zWk1wF6
Price: Rs. 30/-
Samosa and Kachori:
Although kachori and samosa are common dishes in our country but in Amravati, they are prepared uniquely. To try this delicious combo, just say the magic words "Bhaiya Ek Kachori Samosa Dena Banake" to any street food vendor in Amravati and they will give you an amazing combination that you have never tasted before. Raghuveer, Roshni, and many other places in Amravati serve tasty samosas and kachoris. My favorite place is Sawaliya at the Farish stop, where I have been enjoying their samosas and kachoris since my college days in 2015. While you should definitely try other places too, Sawaliya is a must-visit. Trust me, it's just amazing!
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/NW4n7NaHCvTfvmy28
Price: Around Rs. 15 - 30/-
Indori Pohe:
If you wake up early and feel hungry in Amravati, the best street food you can get is Indori Pohe. As a street food, it's my favorite breakfast in Amravati. Whenever I'm in the mood for some exercise, I go to Zila Stadium at 7.00 AM and then head over to the street food stall name Maharaj near Panchavati Chowk.
There, you can find idli vada sambhar, moong pakode, dosa, and some tea and coffee. The special Indori Pohe is just amazing, topped with Ratlam sev and a sprinkle of jeeravan. If you're a fitness freak, then this street food is the best option for you.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/5skEPHvmybwJtLY28
Price: Around Rs. 20 - 25/-
Guys, the street food list is never-ending, and there are many hidden places that I still haven't mentioned in this blog. I think I'll have to write another blog about them. But don't worry, there's a bonus part. These two places are my favorites, and I believe all Amravatikars love them too.
Shegoan Kachori:
Shegaon Kachori belongs to Shegaon and there's no comparison to the original taste. Shelgaon's Kachori still holds the 1st place. However, a similar taste can be found in Amravati. At the historic Gandhi Chowk, there are various snacks like Gup Chup, Kachori, Samosa, amazing juices, and milkshakes.
The Shelgaon Kachori you get at Gandhi Chowk is amazingly delicious, with a sweet and chatpata combination. Whenever you're in Amravati, you must visit Ambadevi Temple, and after getting darshan, head to Gandhi Chowk to experience the taste of Amravati's street food in one place.
Price: Around Rs. 15 - 30/-
Nukad Kachori:
This was a hidden gem for me in Amravati. I almost missed this amazing place near Biyani College, but my friend recommended it to me and it turned out to be amazing. They serve 4 small mini kachoris with sweet chutney and it's awesome.
They also serve samosas, kachoris, sambari, and other snacks. One plate of Nukkad Kachori is not enough, we usually end up ordering at least two plates.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/WP2zjL4v1eWFGBVc9
Price: Rs. 10/- for 4 pieces of Mini Kachori
Hey friends, I know I couldn't cover every street food in just one blog, so I've decided to start a new series on Amravati street foods. I hope you enjoyed reading this blog, and if you did, please subscribe to my blog. Also, don't forget to mention your favorite street food in Amravati in the comments section. If you have any corrections or suggestions, please let me know. Thank you!