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Mumbai ke Mashhoor Street Food”Famous Cheezen (Aur Sapno Ka Sheher Link)
Link for reference / reading: “Mumbai: Sapno Ka Sheher” — aap apne blog me is tarah link de sakte hain: Mumbai: Sapno Ka Sheher
Introduction
Street Famous Food sirf India me hi nahi, balki duniya bhar me mashhoor hai. Ye sheher apne vada pav, pav bhaji, misal pav aur street food culture ke liye jaana jata hai.
Is blog me hum jaanenge Mumbai ki wo dishes jo log sabse zyada khate hain, unki kahani, taste, best jagah aur thoda sa “sapno ka sheher” wala flavour bhi. Agar aap politician ho, traveler ho, ya ek foodie ho — yeh blog aapke liye banaya gaya hai.
Agar aap maharashtra ke lifestyle aur culture ke baare me aur padhna chahte hain, to hamara article Mumbai: Sapno Ka Sheher zarur padhiye.
Aur agar aapko India ke sabse best street food ke baare me aur information chahiye, to ye article bhi dekh sakte hain: Best Street Food in India.
Agar aap Mumbai ke food culture ke baare me aur detail me padhna chahte hain, to Wikipedia par zarur jaaiye.
Aur agar aapko travel related blog pasand hain, to hamara article Leh Ladakh Travel Guide bhi padhiye..
Mumbai — Sapno Ka Sheher ka Touch
Mumbai ko “Sapno ka Sheher” kahna galat nahi hoga. Amir Blog ne is naam se ek post likha hai jisme Mumbai ki identity, uski history, aur uske jazbe ko highlight kiya gaya hai.
Gateway of India, Marine Drive, Local Trains, Bollywood — ye sab Mumbai ki shan hai.
Maharashtra i diversity — log alag-alag states se, alag-alag backgrounds se aate hain.
Bombay me challenges bhi hain — mehanga rehna, traffic, baarish ka asar, etc.
Toh jab aap blog me “sapno ka sheher” ka link denge, aap na sirf khane ki taraf le jaa rahe hain, balki us sheher ke jazbe ka bhi hissa de rahe hain.
“Famous Dishes in Mumbai”
Mumbai ki Street Food Culture — Ek Overview
Street food Bombay ki jaan hai. Galiyon se lekar beach stalls tak, log beech me ruk kar quick snack khate hain. Ye snacks mehengi nahi, lekin swaad me rich hote hain.
Bombay ka khane ka culture kuch is tarah expand hua:
British era me Bombay ports, trade, logon ka influx
Alag-alag communities — Maharashtrian, Gujarati, South Indian, Muslim — sab ne apne dishes laayen
Tourism, film industry, workers — sab ko jaldi, tasty, affordable food chahiye
Ab chaliye dekhte hain top dishes jo Mumbai me sabse zyada khayi jaati hain.
- Vada Pav — Bombay ka Sabse Popular Snack
History & Background
Vada Pav ka janam Bombay ki street food culture me hua. Ek aloo vada (masaledar aloo ka gol patty) ko pav me daala jata hai aur chutneys ke saath serve kiya jata hai.
Taste & Ingredients
Soft pav (bun)
Masaledar aloo vada
Chutneys: hari chutney, meethi chutney, lasan (garlic) chutney
Kabhi-kabhi green chilli
Best Jagah aur Price
Dadar, CST, Andheri stations ke aas-paas stalls
Price: ₹15 se ₹30 tak (stall ke location aur ingredients pe depend karta hai)
Kya special hai?
Portable, quick, filling snack
Har background ka aadmi khata hai — student ho ya office worker
- Pav Bhaji — Butter wali Bhaji ka Swad
History
Pav Bhaji ka concept Sholay film ke samay Mumbai me popular hua jab street vendors ne ek sabji mix banakar pav ke saath serve kiya.
Taste & Ingredients
Mix vegetables (aloo, matar, shimla mirch, tomato, capsicum)
Butter, ginger-garlic, pav bhaji masala
Pav (buttered and toasted)
Best Jagah aur Price
Sardar Pav Bhaji (Tardeo)
Juhu beach stalls
Price: ₹80 se ₹200 tak, extra butter aur location pe depend karta hai
Special Tips
Extra butter aur garlic flavour ke saath pav bhaji ka maza alag hi hota hai.
- Bhel Puri & Sev Puri — Mumbai ka Crunchy Combo
Background
Bhel Puri aur Sev Puri Mumbai ki beach food culture se judi hain. Light, tangy, meethi, spicy — sab flavours mix hote hain.
Taste & Ingredients
Puffed rice (murmura)
Chutneys: hari, meethi
Sev, onion, tomato, boiled potato
Lemon juice + masala
Best Jagah aur Price
Juhu Beach
Girgaon Chowpatty
Price: ₹20 se ₹50
Tips
Bhel Puri ko turant khana chahiye, warna puffed rice soft ho jayega.
- Bombay Sandwich
Background
British era ke sandwiches ne India me local twist liya. Mumbai me chutneys aur local vegetables ke saath yeh bahut popular hua.
Taste & Ingredients
Bread (multi-layer)
Stuffing: aloo, cashew, cucumber, tomato, beetroot, cheese (optional)
Green chutney aur masala
Best Jagah aur Price
Near VT / CST station
Churchgate, Colaba streets
Price: ₹40 se ₹100
- Misal Pav — Spicy Maharashtrian Delight
Background
Maharashtrian cuisine me Misal Pav ka special place hai. Ye largely Mumbai aur Pune me popular hai.
Taste & Ingredients
Sprouts / moong or matki
Usal (gravy)
Tarri (spicy liquid)
Garnish: farsan, onion, lemon
Pav on side
Best Jagah aur Price
Mamledar Misal (Thane)
Aaswad (Dadar)
Price: ₹60 se ₹120
- Kebabs & Rolls — Egged On by Mumbai Nights
Background
Muslim community aur Irani cafes ne kebabs aur rolls culture laaya. Ramadan me Bombay me yeh aur bhi zyada famous hote hain.
Taste & Ingredients
Kebab: seekh, boti, chicken, mutton
Rolls: chapati / paratha wrap + filling
Spices: tandoori masala, garam masala, garlic
Best Jagah aur Price
Mohammad Ali Road, Bhendi Bazaar
Bademiya (Colaba)
Price: ₹100 se ₹250
- Frankie Roll — Mumbai Style Wrap
Background
Frankie concept Mumbai me chala popular — ek quick wrap jisme stuffing aur masaledar sauce ho.
Taste & Ingredients
Thin chapati / paratha wrap
Filling: egg / chicken / paneer / vegetables
Sauce, onions, lettuce
Best Jagah aur Price
Tibbs Frankie outlets throughout Mumbai
Price: ₹60 se ₹150
- Parsi Delights — Dhansak & Berry Pulao
Background
Parsi community Mumbai ka ek hissa hai. Unka khaana, jaise Dhansak aur Berry Pulao, popular Irani cafes me serve hota hai.
Taste & Ingredients
Berry Pulao: sweet pulao with berries (raisins), nuts, meat
Dhansak: meat + lentils + masala, slight sweet-sour taste
Best Jagah aur Price
Britannia & Co., Ballard Estate
Price: ₹250 se ₹400
- South Indian Touch — Idli, Dosa & Filter Coffee
Background
South Indian community ne Mumbai me apna strong presence banaya hai. South food chalo ya subah ho, log inhe pasand karte hain.
Taste & Ingredients
Idli, dosa, vada
Sambar, chutneys
Strong filter coffee
Best Jagah aur Price
Matunga area (Cafe Madras, Ram Ashray)
Price: ₹50 se ₹150
- Meetha — Jalebi, Falooda, Rabdi
Background
Khana khane ke baad meetha toh hona hi chahiye. Mumbai ki streets me meetha stalls hamesha khula rehta hai.
Taste & Ingredients
Jalebi + rabri
Falooda: vermicelli, ice-cream, rose syrup, basil seeds
Kulfi
Best Jagah aur Price
Haji Ali Juice Centre
Bhendi Bazaar
Price: ₹70 se ₹200
- Cutting Chai & Bun Maska — Bombay Ki Subah
Background
Mumbai me subah bun maska aur cutting chai ka apna charm hai. Ye breakfast ka integral hissa hai.
Taste & Ingredients
Bun toasted with butter
Cutting chai (half cup) strong tea + milk
Best Jagah aur Price
Irani cafes across Mumbai
Price: ₹15-₹30
- Bombay Duck & Seafood Specialties
Background
Samundar ke close hone ke bawajood, seafood dishes Mumbai me behad lokpriya hain. Bombay Duck (Bangda), Pomfret fry, fish thali — inka alag fan base hai.
Taste & Ingredients
Fresh fish / pomfret / prawns
Spices, coconut, garlic, regional masalas
Accompanying: rice, sol kadhi
Best Jagah aur Price
Seafood joints in South Mumbai, Worli, Bandra
Price: ₹200 se ₹500 (depends on fish type)
Mumbai ke Street Food Spots — Guide
Area Famous For Dishes to Try
Juhu Beach Evening snacks Bhel Puri, Pav Bhaji
Girgaon / Chowpatty Snacks by the sea Sev Puri, Bhel
Dadar, CST Local classics Vada Pav, Bombay Sandwich
Mohammad Ali Road / Bhendi Bazaar Late night eats Kebabs, Rolls
Matunga South Indian Dosa, Idli, Filter Coffee
Colaba / Ballard Estate Cafes & Parsi Berry Pulao, Irani chai
Why Ye Dishes Zyada Khayi Jati Hain?
- Affordability — Zyada tar dishes pocket friendly hain
- Convenience & Speed — Street food jaldi serve hoti hai
- Flavour Variety — Spicy, sweet, tangy — sab kuch hai
- Cultural Mix — Log alag-alag communities se hain, unki dishes mix hoti hain
Challenges & Sustainability
Hygiene aur cleanliness ka sawal hamesha rehta hai
Vendors ko licences aur permit issues face karne padte hain
Price inflation — aaj kal kuch dishes mehengi ho rahi hain
Waste management — plastic bags, leftover food
Tips for Readers / Tourists
Local vendors se khana — popular stalls jahan line ho
Peak hours avoid karo (lunchtime crowds)
Hygiene pe dhyan do — clean utensils, cooked fresh
Try small portions pehle
Combine khane ki list — mix of sweet, savory, seafood
FAQs
Q1. Mumbai ka sabse famous khana kya hai?
👉 Vada Pav sabse iconic hai.
Q2. Street food safe hai kya?
👉 Haan, agar stall clean ho, halki cook ho, tourist areas safe vendors choose karo.
Q3. Kaunsa dish tourist pehle try kare?
👉 Vada Pav, Pav Bhaji, Bhel Puri — ye teen milke Mumbai ka flavor de dete hain.
Conclusion
Mumbai me khana sirf pet bharne ka medium nahi hai — ye culture, struggle, dreams aur diversity ka reflection hai. Vada Pav ho ya Parsi Berry Pulao, misal pav ho ya kebabs — har dish ka ek kahani hai
13. Ragda Pattice – Mumbai ka Chatpata Street Food
Mumbai ki chaat culture me Ragda Pattice ka apna alag hi maza hai. Yeh dish specially college students aur office goers me popular hai.
- Taste & Ingredients: Ek garma-garam aloo tikki (pattice) ke upar ragda (white matar ki spicy curry), chutneys, sev aur onion toppings.
- Best Jagah: Chowpatty, Ghatkopar khau galli
- Price: ₹40 – ₹70
- Specialty: Sweet, tangy aur spicy flavours ek saath milte hain.
14. Pani Puri – Har Mumbaiya ki Pasand
Bina Pani Puri ke Mumbai ka street food list adhura hai. Yeh har gali, har chowk aur har corner me milta hai.
- Taste: Khasta puri, khatta-meetha paani, aloo stuffing aur masala.
- Best Jagah: Juhu Beach, Bandra, Ghatkopar stalls
- Price: ₹20 – ₹50 per plate
- Tip: Har stall ka paani alag taste ka hota hai, kuch thoda zyada spicy, kuch meetha.
15. Dabeli – Kutch se Mumbai Tak
Dabeli ka origin Gujarat ke Kutch se hai, lekin Mumbai me ye bohot zyada famous ho chuka hai.
- Taste & Ingredients: Pav ke beech me mashed potato stuffing with masala, chutneys, peanuts aur anaar ke daane.
- Best Jagah: Borivali aur Dadar ke stalls
- Price: ₹25 – ₹40
- Specialty: Sweet + spicy ka perfect combo.
16. Modak – Ganpati Bappa ka Prasad
Ganesh Chaturthi ke time Mumbai me sabse zyada bikne wali meethi cheez hai Modak.
- Taste & Ingredients: Chawal ke aate ka cover, andar gud aur narial ka stuffing.
- Best Jagah: Sweet shops across Mumbai, Siddhivinayak Mandir ke paas.
- Price: ₹30 – ₹60 per piece
- Specialty: Traditional aur religious value ke saath meetha swad.
17. Anda Pav / Omelette Pav
Mumbai ke working class logon ke liye anda pav ek quick breakfast hai jo har jagah milta hai.
- Taste: Anda omelette ya boiled egg ko pav ke saath serve kiya jata hai, kabhi-kabhi masala chutney ke saath.
- Best Jagah: Railway stations ke aas-paas stalls
- Price: ₹20 – ₹40
- Specialty: High-protein aur filling snack.
Mumbai ki Local Train Food Culture
Mumbai ki local trains sirf travel ka medium nahi hai, balki ek chalta-phirta food bazaar bhi hain. Train journeys me vendors aapko yeh sab dete hain:
- Wada Pav aur Samosa Pav
- Cutting Chai small kulhad / cups me
- Biscuits aur farsan packets
- Seasonal fruits jaise bor, guava, chikoo
Yeh chhoti-chhoti cheezein Mumbai ki local train ka part ban chuki hain, aur har roz lakhon log inka maza lete hain.
Extended Conclusion
Mumbai ek aisa sheher hai jahan sapne bhi milte hain aur swaad bhi. Is sheher ki galiyon me milega aapko vada pav ka thela, chowpatty me milegi pav bhaji ki khushboo, aur Irani café me bun maska cutting chai ka maza. Har dish ke andar ek kahani hai — struggle ki, apnapan ki, aur Mumbaiya spirit ki.
Agar aap Mumbai aate hain to yeh yaad rakhiye: Mumbai me khana sirf taste nahi, balki ek culture hai jo logon ko jodta hai.