Delhi is a playground for foodies, and how better to experience the food scene than by exploring its vibrant and bustling food markets? A microcosm of city life, these are the ideal spots to grab the freshest produce and ingredients, as well as soak in the city’s vibe as you mix with locals from all walks of life. From Asia’s largest spice market - Khari Baoli - to organic farmers’ markets, from local favorites to tourist hot spots, there are markets for every taste! The choices for organic livestock are also varied and innumerable. Scroll down for some of the must-visit food markets in Delhi, India, guaranteed to impress any foodie!
What to look forward to:
- Jantar Mantar, an 18th-century structure, is one of Delhi's most iconic attractions. It was built as an observatory with astronomical instruments, including a sundial. While it's no longer accurate due to high-rise buildings, it's still as fascinating as ever.
- The gorgeous Lotus Temple, built of white marble, is an incredible ode to skilled architects in the 20th century and built in the shape of a lotus flower. The 'petals' are also surrounded by nine pools of water.
Tip from Trip101 local expert
You're coming here anyway, so besides exploring the food markets, why not try out the lip-smacking Mughlai cuisine that the nearby eateries have to offer? You can start with the iconic Karim's for their kebabs and biryanis. Al Jawahar is another well-known restaurant for their mutton stew. You'll find both restaurants near Jama Masjid.
1. Lajpat Nagar Central Market
Lajpat Nagar has been named after Lala Lajpat Rai, one of the most renowned freedom fighters in India. The locality is segregated into different parts like residential areas and markets. Lajpat Nagar Central Market is a prime market to shop and eat. Apart from a cluster of street shops that sell a host of items starting from slippers to clips, the market is also dotted with food joints. Mostly known for junk jewelry and garments, come here for enjoying a variety of Indian street food like chilly potato and momos at Avantika, dahi bhalle sold inside the market, vada pav and pav bhaji at Jhakkas Pav Bhaji, and delicious Chinese chaat dished out at Golden Fiesta.
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2. Defence Colony Flyover Market
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A posh locality in South Delhi, Defence Colony enjoys a central location in the capital city of India. The area is highly popular among the residents of Delhi for the exotic cuisines it offers. Defence Colony has innumerable gourmet restaurants, as well as, street food joints selling some of the all-time favorites. Visit Kulcha Singh in Defence Colony Flyover Market if you wish to savor a variety of delicious chicken curries and Indian bread among others. On the other hand, Bombay bhelpuri is an excellent choice if you want to relish mouthwatering street food like cheesy pizza, Bombay bhel, sevpuri, jhal muri, and bhel puri.
Defence Colony Flyover Market
Address: C-100, Birbal Rd, Block C, Lajpat Nagar I, Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110024
Opening hours: 10am - 8pm (daily)
Tip from Trip101 local expert
If you ever swing by Defence Colony Flyover Market, let me give you a small heads-up on my go-to place for a killer Shawarma roll—Concept Shawarma. Trust me, it's a game-changer. Plus, the market's buzzing with all these other cool places like 34 Chowringhee Lane and Hong Kong Express. But for me, nothing beats grabbing a juicy, perfectly flavored Shawarma from Concept after a long day.
3. Khari Baoli
Operating since the 1700s, Khari Baoli is a beloved spot for Delhites, who come to pick up local and exotic spices, nuts and groceries. It used to be a stepwell during the Mughal era, but today it is considered to be the biggest wholesale spice market in Asia. If you have no idea about the spices and how they can be used to enhance your dish, the vendors here will happily tell you all about the origin, quality and use of the spices on the stack. Walking through this market, expect to experience a cacophony of voices and smells. There’s also a wholesale market for herbs nearby, called the ‘Katara Tambaku’. The surrounding neighborhood has a massive array of food stalls serving everything, from sweet treats like jalebi, rabri falooda and karachi halwa to street snacks, such as samosa, dahi vada and chole bhature. Therefore, an empty stomach is a necessary attribute when visiting this market. While you’re in the area, make sure to visit the iconic Red Fort and Fatehpuri Mosque.
Khari Baoli
Address: Khari Baoli Rd, Fatehpuri, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi, Delhi 110006
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 11:30am - 6pm (closed on Sun)
4. CR Park Market
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Chittaranjan Park (CR Park) is an affluent neighborhood in South Delhi and has a bustling community of Bengalis who are self-proclaimed foodies. CR Park Market boasts the city’s best fish market. You will find a wide variety of fresh fishes such as katla (Bengal carp), iIish (hilsa), rui (rohu), catfish and surmai (seer fish), along with other seafood like crabs, tiger prawns, scallops and lobsters.
The market also offers a host of lip-smacking Bengali snacks, including phuchkas, rolls, and Mughlai paratha. Kolkata Kathi Rolls Stall is an 18-year-old stall in the market known for selling sumptuous and light rolls that are must-haves when you come here. The stall serves over 20 types of rolls, including mutton kebab rolls, chicken tikka rolls. paneer rolls, egg chicken rolls, and lots of other varieties. In case you are fond of street food and love phuchkas, visit Raju Phuchka Wala for this delightful snack with flavored fillings and tamarind-based liquid. You can also try out some mouthwatering ghugni at Shyamal Barua’s Stall. It is a delicious mix of white peas with Bengali-style spices garnished with coriander and chopped onions.
C R Park Market No.1
Address: CR Park Market No. 1, Bipin Chandra Pal Marg, Chittaranjan Park, New Delhi
Website: C R Park Market No.1
Opening hours: 9am - 10pm (daily)
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5. French Farm
Founded by a French Air Force officer, Roger Langbour, the French Farm is another organic food market in the city. This market is convenient for those staying in Gurugram, and it is particularly known for selling the best organic meat in the city. The idea of starting an organic market came to Langbour during his stay in Delhi. He served as an officer in the French Embassy in Delhi in the 20th century and during his stay, he fell in love with the capital. While he had a deep adoration for the capital city, he wasn’t quite impressed with the quality of meat in the city. This is when he decided to open an organic farm. He went back to France for a short period of time to learn the techniques and tricks of the trade, and then returned to India to start his own farm. Today, it is one of the best places in the city for buying organic meat and other food products. Here you’ll get some rare livestock including Peking ducks, pheasants, Muscovy, quail and turkey. The livestock on offer is pesticide-free and raised in a clean and healthy environment. Prices are high, but the quality is worth it. You can also get organic vegetables, gourmet bread and herbs. You can either visit the market or can place an order over the phone.
French Farm
Address: French Farm, Near GITM College, Bilaspur-Tauru Road, NH 8, Gurugram, India
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm (closed on Sat & Sun)
6. Chandni Chowk
A visit to Delhi’s Chandni Chowk and exploring its narrow lanes to savor some of the finest street foods in the city should be definitely on your cards if you are a foodie. There are innumerable street food joints here that entice the visitors with different types of food with aromas that are tough to resist. There is hardly anyone in the city who does not know about the famous Parathe Wali Gali at Chandni Chowk. The entire street is dotted with eateries selling a variety of delicious parathas. Babu Ram Devi Dayal Parathe Wale is one of the most ancient paratha eateries here. They dish out more than 100 varieties of mouthwatering parathas including famous ones like lime paratha, aloo paratha, and kela paratha. You should also try out jalebis at Old Famous Jalebi Wala, a delicious, Indian dessert, which is deep-fried in ghee (clarified butter) and then dipped in sugar syrup before being served.
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7. INA Market
Located across the street from Dilli Haat, INA (Indian National Army) Market is arguably Delhi’s most famous market. Its narrow lanes are dotted with stalls of local and imported products that serve residents and tourists alike, six days a week. The market is particularly known for its fresh seafood and meat. You’ll also find exotic herbs, spices, vegetables, fruits, imported grocery items, tinned varieties, home supplies, incense, liquor and more. Pretty much everyone comes here because there’s a little something for everyone. After shopping here, make sure to stop by Dilli Haat and savor the regional street food - just like the locals.
INA Market
Address: Sri Aurobindo Marg, INA Colony | Aviation Colony, New Delhi 110023, India
Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 10:30am - 7pm (closed on Mon)
Tip from Trip101 local expert
Whenever I find myself at Dilli Haat, INA, the first thing I do is beeline for the jalebi and momo stalls with my friends. The jalebis are a sweet revelation, and the momos offer that spicy kick you won't forget. This is my personal food ritual, and it's the best way to sample Delhi's diverse flavors all at once.
8. Amar Colony Market
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Located in New Delhi, Amar Colony Market has numerous small food shops famous for their lip-smacking snacky food. Many of these shops sell delicacies like shwarmas, momos, roll, and kebabs among others. You will also come across tiny shops selling popular street food like pani puri, chaat, as well as, items like fish tikkas, mutton, and chicken curries, as well as, a variety of fruit juices and ice creams and softies. Even the affluent residents of South Delhi gather here to grab a bite and relish the city’s famous street food.
Amar Colony Market
Address: Shahdara New Delhi, Delhi State, 110094
Website: Amar Colony Market
Opening hours: 8am - 10pm (daily)
9. Rajouri Garden Market
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One of the most famous markets in West Delhi, Rajouri Garden Market is known for its luxurious bars, yummy street food, and terracotta stores among others. The food market is a paradise for foodies as it has all starting from the favorite momo corner of Delhi to perennially popular street food such as pani puri and pav bhaji. You will get endless varieties of food in this market. It also boasts a tiny food place, which dishes out some of the finest classic soup choices you will ever try.
Rajouri Garden Market
Address: Block J, Rajouri Garden, New Delhi, Delhi 110027
Website: Rajouri Garden Market
Opening hours: 9am - 9pm (daily)
10. Karol Bagh Market
Karol Bagh is a favorite locality especially for the Punjabis in Delhi and is always bustling with culinary aromas, pleasures, and activities. Roshan di Kulfi is undoubtedly one of the most well-known eating joints in West Delhi, as well as, in the Karol Bagh locality. Their kulfi faluda, a popular dessert in North India, comes with sweet, colored vermicelli and should definitely feature on your bucket list when you visit this food market. Changezi is another popular restaurant in the locality that has created a niche for itself for its host of delicious Mughlai delicacies. In case you are a non-vegetarian, you can enjoy nalli nihari and butter chicken at Changezi.
Karol Bagh Market
Address: Block 1, WEA, Karol Bagh, New Delhi, Delhi 110060
Website: Karol Bagh Market
Opening hours: 11am - 10pm (daily)
11. Delhi Organic Farmers Market (DOFM)
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A great stop during a walking tour of Connaught Place, Delhi Organic Farmers Market takes place at Park Hotel on Parliament Street. Held only on Sunday, the market specializes in organic products. From pesticide-free veggies and fruits to pure honey, herb saplings, pulses, pickles and gourmet cheese, you’ll find it all here, at very affordable prices. Visitors can also chat with vendors about seasonal products - and if you’re lucky, you might even come across artisans who will tell you about traditional Indian crafts. Many seasonal food festivals are held at this market. For those who want a quick snack, munch on ragi biscuits and a glass of ripe aam panna, which is perhaps a popular thirst quencher in the Indian summer heat.
Delhi Organic Farmers Market
Address: Poolside, The Park Hotel, 15 Parliament Street, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001
Website: Delhi Organic Farmers Market
Opening hours: Sun: 9am - 12pm (closed from Mon - Sat)
Enjoy your gastronomic journey in Delhi
Delhi is not only famous for being the capital of India and its innumerable historical and modern attractions but also for its happening food scene. Make sure to visit some of these must-visit food markets during your visit to the city!
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