Bask On These Top 6 Indian Dhabas on Your Next Highway Adventure

They say, “The greatest part of a road trip isn’t arriving at your destination.” And we couldn’t agree more!

Venturing out on a new highway adventure? Well, that sounds great!

But what’s a road trip without a few random pit-stops at some traditional Indian Dhabas? Especially, a road trip across India could never be complete without taking a halt on a minimalist yet absolutely lip-smacking Dhaba. Also, stopovers at Dhabas add extra zest to the trip, allowing all the family members to sit together and enjoy their savoury desi meals.

So without further ado, let me present to you the 6 best Dhabas you should bask on while whizzing your wheels on your next highway adventure. Check them out!

Delhi

1)Amrik Sukhdev

Well, Amrik Sukhdev needs no introduction. Especially, for Delhiites, it’s not just a Dhaba but an emotion. And that pretty much speak volumes about the popularity it has earned among road trip lovers & food junkies. So, if you’re planning to hit the Delhi-Amritsar highway, don’t forget to halt and grab yourself some desi-delicacies here. The Dhaba is renowned for its lip-smacking soya keema & aloo paratha.

Photo of Delhi, India by Varsha Banerjee

2)Puran Singh Da Dhaba

Tucked on the National Highway-1, a stopover at Puran Singh Da Dhaba is all you need if you’re craving for some drool-worthy typical “Punjabi Khaana.” Try their famous kadak tandoori roti with chicken curry or relish on some delicious kadhi-chawal, if you’re a vegetarian like me.

3)Chilika Dhaba

Driving along the east-coast highway? Well, we’ve got you! Located on the NH-5 in Barkul, this Dhaba is known not just for its savoury dishes but also nice & comfy ambience.

So, don’t forget to bask on Chilika Dhaba & relish the flavours of Odisha. You got to try their finger-licking chilly prawns and crabs here. Also, the Dhaba caters a decent quality of vegetarian items which means veggie-trotters can also fill up their bellies with some sumptuous delights.

4) Sunny Da Dhaba

Whizzing through the old Mumbai-Pune highway? Then you can’t afford to miss out on Sunny Da Dhaba. Road trip lovers can binge on some Dal-Bati & Jalebi or try deliciously cooked Tandoori Pomfret here.

5) Ummiya Annapurna Kathiyawad

Located on the NH-8 in Anand district, Gujarat, this highway eatery is a great place to refuel your bellies. The Dhaba is known to serve sumptuous Kathiyawad cuisine and the sev-tamatar with rotla and besan gatta are a must-try here.

6) Garam Dharam

Are you a die-hard fan of Dharam paaji? Then you can’t afford to miss out on this quirky, Bollywood-inspired Dhaba. The Dhaba offers a wide range of delectable Indian cuisine and the parathas & pakodas are a must-try here. Also, the Dhaba features a number of insta-worthy spots where you can relax & update your insta feed while munching on some delicious desi food.