JAIPUR: A COMPLETE FOOD DELIGHT!!

Jaipur is a city of royalty, a land which has served rich food to the Kings and queens of the royal family. The imperial kitchens of Rajasthan used to employ 'Khansamas' (the royal cooks) to make the best gastronomy. The Pink city still serves the best delicacies to its residents and tourists. If you are planning a trip to Jaipur, leave your worries aside as the city has myriad number of restaurants. Almost all the restaurants serve every type of cuisine, so you need not to think about what to eat. Jaipur is one of the most remarkable cities of India. This is not only because of its vibrant culture and heritage, but also because of its diverse and mouth watering cuisine. The different kinds of food available in the numerous restaurants will surely answer your question of what/where to eat in Jaipur.Speaking of what/where to eat in Jaipur, you will surely be spoilt for choice. Whether you are looking for authentic Indian food or want to go for the Continental variety, you are sure to get what you want over here.

 

Suvarna Mahal(Rambagh Palace Hotel, Jaipur)

 As in the Hotel where the restaurant is located (Taj Rambagh palace), everything here is just state of the art perfect!From the dining room itself (formerly dining room of the local Maharajah) to the tables with gold plated glasses and cutlery, to the service, absolutely impeccable!Choice of food absolutely amazing, representing all the most famous Indian cuisines. 

Peacock Rooftop Restaurant

With this one, Jaipur surely gets more to offer beyond the terracotta pink and the fine Mahals. For the much addicted ‘Paharganj’ lovers, Peacock Rooftop Restaurant, Jaipur just can't be missed. The restaurant has been running for almost a decade now but remains less explored.Overlooking Hathroi Fort – and most of Jaipur – this multilevel eclectic decor rooftop restaurant takes you away from the city's hush-rush and lets you leap into your own world of thoughts. With an extraordinary peacock canopy epitomizing the roof, custom-made flaked iron junk and bright golden glows, the place surely brings in the feel good factor.

The restaurant interestingly houses two rooftops - sit on the lower roof and share a good travel tale with the hippies, the bag packers and the little less Indians that usually occupy the space. The upper roof brings in a completely different romantic Rajasthani feel with cane chairs and the very own terracota pink walls. The fusion is what makes Peacock a must visit. The restaurant takes this fusion to its menu too. Choose from the Mughlai, Continental and Chinese cuisine all through the day or pick up an interesting breakfast spread if you an early riser. Offering too many food options, the restaurant still manages to keep the authenticity in place.And if food is not on agenda, the place also houses a small hassle free silver shop for you. Girls must peep in for those fancy Rajasthani trinkets and keep the memory intact. If you are alone, pick up a good company from the old classics housed in the mini library. Take a walk around the place to discover the rugged hills, the Fort and the traditional houses that surround the place.

Must try - Afghani Chicken, Classic Margherita Pizza

LE MERIDIAN

The Capri

This restaurant is located at the lobby level of Le Meridian Hotel, offers vast variety of international buffet. This restaurant has a seating capacity of 85 provides an interactive show kitchen. This restaurant serve their customer on round the clock basis with Continental, Mexican, Italian, Indian,Chinese food etc.

Surya Villas
Surya Villas is an authentic fine dining restaurant situated inside the Le Meridian Hotel, with a seating capacity of 70. They are specialized in Traditional Rajput Cuisine.

SOME DELIGHTS SERVED HERE

asta Alfredo – Simply awesome

Nasi Goreng Wok Fried Rice with Prawns 

Niros Restaurant. 

 Niros, Jaipur offers Indian, Continental, Chinese and Mughlai food. This multi-cuisine restaurant was the first to offer Chinese food in Jaipur was back in 1960. The Chinese delicacies that are worth trying include vegetable and baby corn chow chow and the shredded chicken in oyster sauce. You can come over here for a full course meal or go for the snacks only. As far as Indian dishes are concerned, you can try out Paneer butter masala, chicken sheekh kebab, Rajasthani Sula and others. If you want to savor the continental food, then do not forget to order Mushrooms Strognoff and Bay Corn Florentine.House specialties include laal maas (mutton cooked in spicy red gravy) and reshmi kebab (mutton marinated in traditional spices and char grilled). The korma dishes are all prepared in a deliciously creamy cashew-nut-based sauce, while the ever-popular chicken tikka masala is spicier than usual. You certainly won't want for choice: The numbered menu runs right up to 286! 

 The Oberoi Rajvilas,Goner Road, Jaipur

Wrap up your regal Jaipur experience with a wonderfully opulent meal at The Oberoi Rajvilas’ Rajmahal—the décor at this speciality restaurant is almost as lavish as its cuisine. We recommend their four-course dinner—replete with tantalizing curries, biryani and breads, this multi-course meal is literally served on a silver platter.

 CINNAMON, JAI MAHAL PALACE , Civil lines , Jaipur

Located in the Jai Mahal Palace, you’ll find this chic restaurant decorated in soothing jewel tones of lavender and silver. Enjoy Cinnamon’s modern take on traditional Punjabi and Mughlai cuisine—we recommend you bring a loved one for a meal at this romantic restaurant.

 
Samode Haveli, Gangapole, Jaipur

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 The setting of this hotel is tucked away behind the hustle and bustle of Jaipur. It is set around a quadrangle with water gardens which is where you can dine in the evenings out under the stars with an indian musician playing the sitarThe Samode Haveli’s dining hall-style restaurant is a true work of art—marvel at the marble etchings, dramatic arches and brilliant chandeliers from any seat in the house. The house speciality will have you gasping in gastronomic delight—the succulent raan-e-samode (marinated leg of lamb) is so special it must be pre-ordered a day in advance.

Anokhi Café(2nd Floor KK Square, C-11 Prithviraj Road, C-Scheme, Jaipur)

Anokhi Café is located next to its eponymous and well-trodden textile and accessories store. Rest your weary shopping legs and refuel on the delicious locally-grown organic food served here. We recommend capping off your meal with a generous sliver of their scrumptious, freshly-baked carrot cake.Great French Press Coffee. Great, healthy food. Wonderful desserts. Peaceful Ambiance.

Lassiwala, M.I Road,Jaipur

                        

 

Situated on the Mirza Ismail or MI road, it is the oldest and the best Lassi shop in Jaipur. Numerous other shops with same names have sprung up in the area. But nothing beats the original!

Chokhi Dhani Resort(Five Star Ethnic Village Resort)

      

The Chokhi Dhani, Jaipur serves traditional Rajasthani food in a Rajasthani ambiance. The name of Chokhi Dhani comes up whenever Rajasthani food is thought of. The name Chokhi Dhani roughly means the excellent hamlet. As soon as you enter this restaurant you will be welcomed with a bright red tikka, and strewed with flowers. As you enter inside the Chokhi Dhani, you will find young women dancing with pots on their heads, street acrobats with children spinning on poles, young boys dance to folk tunes, camel rides, cotton candy on sticks, hookahs being passed around and a haat (market) selling everything from printed bed covers to silver jewellery and the ubiquitous miniatures. In a nutshell you will get an idea of Rajasthan and its rural life the moment you enter this restaurant. Food is served on the floor here. Before you enter the hut that serves Rajasthani food you have to open your shoes. You will also be greeted on your way. Chairs are also available here. But they are meant for the old and the disabled. In a traditional manner, water is served in clay tumblers.

Barbeque Nation

Grilling your dishes the way you like, prefix menu and dining experience comes with a live grill. It provides a range of sumptuous buffet followed by scrumptious dessert.

The décor is modeled after an European country with lot of woods and exposed brick walls. You would love the rotational main course and variety of starters. It is the best place in town, if you are fond of Barbeques (veg & non veg, both). Excellent service. The individual Grill on your table itself is certainly something to experience. Really hot food especially in winters. The bar is worth appreciating and the ambiance is certainly the best.

Handi Restaurant, M.I.Road, Jaipur

Lal Maas

 

 Proud winner of “Best North Indian Food Restaurant” Handi is constantly winning the heart of not only locals but also the Global Tourists for its tantalizing food and lively ambiance! No trip to Jaipur is complete till food from Handi is experienced.

 This old favorite is opposite the main post office, at the back of Maya Mansions, and offers scrumptious barbeque dishes and Mughlai cuisine in a village atmosphere. In the evenings a deliciously tempting smoky kebab stall sets up at the entrance to the restaurant.The kathi kababs is one of the best delicacies here. The tender and garlicky mutton, the fresh roti along with onions and tomatoes crunched between the teeth are the most popular items here. You can even try the butter chicken, which is marinated first in yoghurt, then baked in a tandoor and cooked in a tomato curry. The Handi meat which mutton cooked in a clay pot is quite popular. You can also have the popular Rajasthani delicacies like Aloo Bharta, Chana Dal Parantha, Churma, Daal Batti, Ghevar, Aloo Mangodi, Bhuna Kukda, Chane Jaiselmer Ke, Gatte Ka Pulao, Jaipur Ki Gajak and many others.

 The Copper Chimney,M.I. Road, Jaipur

 The Copper Chimney restaurant in Jaipur has a long and elaborate menu. It ranges from Continental, Chinese, and Indian selections. The favorite among these is the hot, spicy and scrumptious Indian delicacies. But the delicious continental and Chinese delicacies are also popular among the visitors. So select the delicacy of your choice. It is advisable to avoid some of the odd hybrids such as paneer manchurian where cottage cheese is served in Chinese style. The palak paneer palak paneer that is peas with cheese and the sweet-and-sour lassis are a must taste in this restaurant. You will also love the traditional ‘laal mas’ that is mutton gravy and Rajasthani-style kadai chicken which is cooked in a heavy wok, and with lot of spice.

SHEESHA The taste of flame 

 

 

Sheesha is situated at the roof top of City pearl mall that beats the heat and fatigue of the scorched city Jaipur, and a perfect place for the special evening in pink city. The restaurant is based on the Moroccan theme. It is a place which can appear mystical, exquisite and foreboding all at once. It offers one of the most wonderful frontier cuisine with the taste of flame.Their internationally acclaimed, ex- ITC chef from Lucknow brings you the different taste of flame whose experience has crossed a silver jubilee in making 386 different kinds of only Kababs. They maintain two separate live kitchens for vegetarian and non–vegetarian cooking thereby caring for the sentiments of the people who dine at Sheesha. Their services take minimum ordering time for the full meal course.

The two floors, Rooftop & A/C hall ensures that one will undoubtedly have the taste of flame and a good time. The sofas at the rooftop showcases typical Dastarkhan settings and carefully constructed fine wood work along with copper cutlery gives the perfect interiors and ambiance to make it a place for special evening.

 This is just a list  of few of those many places which one must  not miss to experience while  in Jaipur. I hope it helped  those who are planning a visit to this exotic part of India.