FOOD & SHOPPING
A foodie’s delight, Pune has some eateries that are iconic. Not all of them go back in years but their reputation come because of the food they serve! If you’re looking for a deliciously satiating gourmet affair on your next holiday, indulge your taste buds at the best restaurants, bakeries and cafes in Pune. Bon appétit!
Kayani Bakery dates back to the 1950s and has retained its vintage charm through the years. Despite newer bakeries setting up shop across the city, Kayani Bakery has a loyal patronage who swear by their famous Shrewsbury biscuits and mawa cakes. The confectionary is made fresh every day and sells out within minutes of the bakery opening. Plan to go early in the morning and expect to stand in line to the avoid the disappointment of missing out on some baked goodness!
Location: 6, Opposite Victory Theatre, Camp, East Street, Pune
Not your conventional ‘restaurant’, Garden Vada Pav Centre is a mobile food cart which serves vada pav. Locals consider it to be nothing less than the best in the city! With over 2,000 vada pavs sold daily, it’s easy to believe why after you bite into this potato fritter sandwich. The vada pavs are freshly made, and the green chutney served with it lends the perfect kick to spice things up.
Location: 948 & 949, Bootee Street, Camp Cantonment, Camp, Pune
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In 1988, German Bakery opened its doors at its Koregaon Park location across the street from the famous Osho Ashram. Serving wholesome bites and delightful bakes to intrepid travellers, diners can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner here. The menu of German Bakery is a café style multi-cuisine affair with salads, sandwiches, burgers, pizzas, bakes and more. Not to be missed are the fresh juices, hand-churned shakes and delectable desserts!
Location: 292, Koregaon Park, Pune | 153/A, Varun Complex, SB Road, Near Demech House, Shivajinagar, Pune
If the mention of chaat gets your mouth watering, then Kalyan Bhel will surely send your taste buds into a chatpat tizzy! The oldest chaat house in the city, Kalyan Bhel is the go-to for all Indian snacks of the sweet, savoury and spicy kind. Go on an empty stomach to make the most of your visit. Choose from varieties of bhel like Bombay, Farsan and Dahi. Sev puri, pani puri and ragda puri along with dosa, uttapam and sandwiches are must-trys while here.
Location: Saniya Heritage, Bibwewadi, Kondhwa Road, Pune
When the Chandawarkar family started Malaka Spice in 1997, their inspiration was to bring Southeast Asian cuisine to the forefront. Needless to say, they succeeded above and beyond! You can enjoy flavours of Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam, Japan and Cambodia because of an eclectic menu at Malaka Spice, which prides itself in using locally sourced ingredients and handcrafted recipes.
Location: Lane No. 5, Opposite Oxford Properties, Koregaon Park, Pune
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Head to Shabree Restaurant for an authentic Maharashtrian vegetarian meal. Served in thali-style, which means unlimited refills, savour creations like sabudhana kichdi, methi besan, batata rassa, bharleli vangi and other appetizing dishes. End your feast with some handmade shrikand.
Location: Parichay Hotel, FC Road, Pune
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