Sita Ram Diwan Chand, North Indian restaurant in Paharganj, New Delhi, India
Sita Ram Diwan Chand is a North Indian restaurant in Paharganj specializing in Lahori chole bhature, a chickpea curry made with roughly twenty different spices. The dish comes served with fresh bhature stuffed with paneer cheese.
This place was founded in 1950 by Sita Ram Kohli, a fifteen-year-old refugee from Lahore who first sold chole bhature from a cart near Imperial Cinema. The family later turned this street food operation into the established restaurant it remains today.
The place preserves traditional cooking methods handed down through three generations, reflecting how North Indian street food shaped Delhi's food scene.
The restaurant is located near New Delhi Railway Station and operates daily from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM with combination meals at various prices. The simple setup and quick service make it convenient for travelers passing through or looking for a fast meal.
The place sells packaged versions of its signature dishes with a shelf life of about eighteen months, allowing visitors to take the specialties home with them. These packaged options make it possible to enjoy the flavors elsewhere long after your visit.
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