Agra, home to the majestic Taj Mahal, is equally famous for its rich Mughlai cuisine, street food delights, and traditional North Indian sweets. From royal biryanis to the irresistible petha, here’s a list of must-try local foods and the best places to enjoy them in Agra.
1. Mughlai Chicken at Pinch of Spice
Why visit: One of Agra’s most popular restaurants for rich, royal Mughlai curries and grills.
Highlights: – Creamy butter chicken – Tandoori kebabs – Biryani platters – Plush, family-friendly ambiance
Timing: 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Entry: Meals from ₹500 per person
2. Agra Petha at Panchhi Petha Store
Why visit: The iconic translucent sweet made from ash gourd, available in dozens of flavors.
Highlights: – Classic dry and angoori petha – Kesar and paan-flavored variants – Takeaway packs available
Timing: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Entry: ₹50–₹250 per box
3. Bedai Kachori at Deviram Sweets
Why visit: A traditional Agra breakfast — spicy urad dal stuffed kachoris served with tangy potato curry.
Highlights: – Hot, crispy kachoris – Served with spicy aloo sabzi – Often paired with sweet jalebis
Timing: 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Entry: ₹50 per plate
4. Tandoori Chicken at Mama Chicken Mama Franky
Why visit: A legendary local joint known for its juicy tandoori chicken and spicy rolls.
Highlights: – Chargrilled chicken – Mutton seekh kebabs – Frankie wraps and biryanis
Timing: 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Entry: Meals from ₹200 per person
5. Dal Moth at Panchi Petha
Why visit: A crunchy, spiced lentil snack — perfect for travel munching or with evening tea.
Highlights: – Made fresh daily – Mix of fried lentils, nuts, and spices – Popular edible souvenir
Timing: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Entry: ₹100–₹300 per kg
6. Biryani at Shankara Vegis
Why visit: A vegetarian rooftop café near the Taj Mahal offering flavorful veg biryani and thalis.
Highlights: – Rooftop Taj views – Masala biryani – North Indian veg curries – Relaxed backpacker vibe
Timing: 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM
Entry: Meals from ₹250 per person
7. Chaat at Seth Gali, Sadar Bazaar
Why visit: Agra’s favorite street food lane offering tangy, spicy chaat varieties.
Highlights: – Aloo tikki – Dahi bhalla – Papdi chaat – Freshly prepared, evening hotspot
Timing: 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Entry: ₹30–₹60 per plate
8. Paneer Tikka at Jhankar Restaurant
Why visit: A classic Agra eatery known for grilled paneer starters and North Indian curries.
Highlights: – Spicy paneer tikka – Butter naan – Veg curries – Evening folk music performances
Timing: 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Entry: Meals from ₹300 per person
9. Jalebi at GMB (Gopaldas Mithai Bhandar)
Why visit: A legendary sweet shop famed for hot, crispy jalebis dipped in fragrant sugar syrup.
Highlights: – Golden, crunchy jalebis – Best enjoyed early morning or evening – Often paired with rabri
Timing: 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Entry: ₹30–₹50 per plate
10. Mutton Korma at Pind Balluchi
Why visit: A reliable family restaurant serving rich, spicy mutton curries in a rustic village-themed décor.
Highlights: – Mutton korma – Tandoori roti – Chicken handi – Garden seating available
Timing: 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Entry: Meals from ₹500 per person
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