Rajasthan’s cities taste best when you eat at their stalls and small shops. Jodhpur and Jaipur are both known for fried snacks, rich sweets and cooling drinks, and a walk through their old bazaars is a feast in itself.
Street Food in Jaipur
- Pyaaz kachori: A crisp, flaky pastry stuffed with spiced onion, usually eaten for breakfast with chutney.
- Dal kachori and samosa: Hearty, fried and best eaten hot.
- Mirchi vada: A large green chilli stuffed with potato and fried in gram flour.
- Kulhad lassi: Thick, creamy lassi served in a clay cup, which keeps it cool.
- Ghewar: A lattice-like sweet that is popular around the monsoon festivals.
- Chaat: Plenty of stalls in the bazaars serve tangy chaats, especially in the afternoons.
Street Food in Jodhpur
- Mirchi vada: Jodhpur’s version is one of the most famous in the state.
- Pyaaz kachori and mawa kachori: One savoury and one sweet, both iconic.
- Makhaniya lassi: A thick, saffron-flavoured lassi topped with cream, usually found near the old city.
- Sweet shops: Look for local mithai stalls near the Clock Tower and Sardar Market.
Where to Look
In Jaipur, wander through Johari Bazaar, Bapu Bazaar and the lanes near Hawa Mahal. In Jodhpur, head to the Clock Tower and Sardar Market. Early mornings are best for kachori, and evenings are best for lassi and sweets. Read our guides to Jaipur and Jodhpur for sightseeing plans.
How to Eat Safely
- Choose busy stalls. High turnover means fresher food.
- Eat food that is freshly fried and served hot.
- Drink bottled or filtered water. Be careful with ice and cut raw fruit.
- Carry hand sanitiser.
- Start slowly. Give your stomach a day or two to adjust to richer food.
- Ask about ingredients if you avoid dairy or have a dietary restriction.
Dietary Notes
Many snacks are vegetarian, but ghee and dairy appear often. If you are vegan, ask for items fried in oil and check whether sweets and lassi contain milk.
What Next
For more dishes, read 12 Rajasthani Dishes You Must Try and our Hindi guide दाल-बाटी-चूरमा से घेवर तक. Fit these cities into a route with the 7-day itinerary.