Best Restaurants in Amritsar

Home to the legendary Sikh shrine Golden Temple, Amritsar is fondly called Ambarsar and will steal your heart with its colourful bazaars, lip-smacking street food, shopping hubs and historical monuments.

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Things To See & Do

Kesar Da Dhaba

Kesar Da Dhaba

Iconic Punjabi Vegetarian Dhaba
Founded in 1916, the dhaba was originally located near Lahore. Best known for the its delectable vegetarian fare, it has been visited by many famous personalities and political leaders.

1-2 Hours.

Suggested Time

Bharwan Da Dhaba

Bharwan Da Dhaba

Known for its Lip-Smacking Punjabi Thalis
Pleasing customers since 1912, Bharwan Da Dhaba is specialises in North Indian cuisine and the delectable traditional platters that it serves are simply to die for.

1-2 Hours

Suggested Time

Bade Bhai Ka Brothers Dhaba

Bade Bhai Ka Brothers Dhaba

Award-Winning Punjabi Dhaba
Located near the town hall, this dhaba is known to serve the tastiest paranthas in Amritsar along with mouth-watering traditional Punjabi and South Indian meals.

1-2 Hours.

Suggested Time

Gurdas Ram Jalebi Wala

Gurdas Ram Jalebi Wala

Known for Best Jalebis in Town
Delighting customers since 1956, this classic sweet shop located near the famous Golden Temple serves lip-smacking jalebis prepared in pure desi ghee.
Ahuja Milk Bhandar and Sweets

Ahuja Milk Bhandar and Sweets

Famous For its Signature Amritsari Lassi
Prepared using a classic recipe that hasn’t been altered since 1964, Ahuja Milk Bhandar is just the place to be if you want to savour authentic Amritsari Lassi.

Around 1 Hour

Suggested Time

Makhan Fish and Chicken Corner

Makhan Fish and Chicken Corner

Famous for Amritsari Fried Fish
Established in 1962, this no-frills multi-cuisine restaurant is an iconic gourmet dining place that will have you coming back for more with its famous Amritsari fried fish, fish tikkas and delectable tandoori delicacies.

Around 1 Hour

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Amritsar

Winter destination

  • OCT-MAR

    Peak Season

  • JUL-SEP

    Moderate Season

  • APR-JUN

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Pleasant weather with sunny days and comparatively cold evenings.
  • Things You'll Love:Exploring sightseeing attractions and attending various festivals.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

1/2

DiwaliOctober/November

Amritsar Sufi FestivalFebruary

BaisakhiMarch/ April

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Flight to Amritsar Airport

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Train to Amritsar

9h 15m . One way

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3 STAR HOTELS

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Average Price

₹1,771

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Hotel Sallow Royal Suites

Hotel Sallow Royal Suites

Near Jallianwala Bagh

3.8/5

₹2,949

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Hotel Karan Residency

Hotel Karan Residency

Near Golden Temple

3.9/5

₹1,411

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Hotel Kings

Hotel Kings

Phoola Singh Burj

4/5

₹955

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4 STAR HOTELS

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Average Price

₹5,756

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Cape House

Cape House

Heir

4.6/5

₹5,387

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Ramada by Wyndham Amritsar

Ramada by Wyndham Amritsar

Hall Bazaar

4.3/5

₹9,000

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Sandoz Amritsar near Golden Temple

Sandoz Amritsar near Golden Temple

Dayanand Nagar

4.2/5

₹2,882

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5 STAR HOTELS

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Average Price

₹10,500

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Courtyard by Marriott, Amritsar

Courtyard by Marriott, Amritsar

Kashmir Avenue

4.3/5

₹8,500

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Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Raja Sansi, Amritsar

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Raja Sansi, Amritsar

Near Amritsar Airport

4.6/5

₹9,500

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Taj Swarna, Amritsar

Taj Swarna, Amritsar

Medical Enclave

4.5/5

₹13,500

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More about Restaurants and Food Places in Amritsar

Holiday on your mind? Amritsar is an incredible tourist destination for Pilgrimage based travel. Know more about the destination before you plan a perfect trip there.

Top festivals celebrated here are Diwali, Amritsar Sufi Festival, Baisakhi, Guru Purab, Hola Mohalla and Ram Tirth Fair in the months of October/November, February, March/ April, November, March and November respectively. You can visit during these months to enjoy the celebrations! Tourists like to travel to Amritsar in October, November, December, January, February and March to enjoy pleasant weather with sunny days and comparatively cold evenings! Even July, August and September is a preferred time to visit as its a shoulder season offering warm and humid days with mild to heavy rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning for tourists. You can enjoy the best of both worlds during this time.

April, May and June is the off season for tourism in Amritsar. Main things to do in Amritsar are Golden Temple, Gobindgarh Fort and Jallianwala Bagh. Tick all of these off your bucket list to make memories for lifetime. Have a safe trip!

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Amritsar

What are the activities you can explore during the peak season and moderate season in Amritsar?

In the peak season months October, November, December, January, February and March you will experience pleasant weather with sunny days and comparatively cold evenings wherein around moderate season i.e. July, August and September you will enjoy warm and humid days with mild to heavy rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning. Whatever that suits your calendar, Amritsar awaits you for a good time.

What is the best time to visit Amritsar?

Ideally the best time to visit any place is considered when the weather conditions are delightful. For Amritsar, you can choose to go in October, November, December, January, February and March which is the peak season and July, August and September which is the moderate season. Both will serve you well to unwind from your tedious routine.

Which are the most popular religious places in Amritsar?

The most popular religious places in Amritsar are Virasat-e-Khalsa, Anandpur Sahib, Sri Durgiana Temple and Gurdwara Sri Tarn Taran Sahib. You will have an amazing time exploring these religious places in Amritsar and will definitely come back home with a bag full of lovely memories.