Amritsar is a town of people with big hearts and maybe a little bit bigger bellies. But we are not fat; we are just “khate Peete shehr k log”. In fact, in Punjab, we barely use the term “fat”. We make polite remarks like “kaafi healthy ho Gaye.” In this phrase healthy doesn’t mean fit at all.
Are you looking for the best places to eat in Amritsar? Well, none of us can help it because the food you get in Amritsar is unavoidable. Being a city of food lovers, there are ample of options that you can explore when it comes to Restaurants, Dhabas, or Cafes.
Having said that we felt that it would not be fair to leave out some options from the list we have curated below of the “Best places to eat in Amritsar“.
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Where To Eat The Best In Amritsar:
- Restaurants (if you prioritize ambience and food equally ).
- Dhabas (if you like food and flavor over ambiance).
- Cafeterias ( if you want to spend some quality time while having some delicious munchies).
Anything about Amritsar appears incomplete until we talk about the holy “Golden Temple“.
It is the place where you be served with the best food on earth that you won’t find anywhere on earth.
We are talking about “World’s Largest Serving Community Kitchen- Langar Hall.”
Eating here is such a bliss that you won’t find in of those five or 7-star lavish hotels even if you spend thousands.
And trust us as we say this because we mean each word one hundred percent.
The Langar tradition was started by the first Guru Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji himself. He started with a motive of feeding everyone irrespective of their caste, creed, economic status, and faith. And since then the largest community Kitchen inside the Golden Temple is running and feeding Lakhs of people per day for free.
Eating here is such a bliss that you won’t find in of those five or 7-star lavish hotels even if you spend thousands.
And trust us as we say this because we mean each word one hundred per cent.
Best Restaurants in Amritsar
Crystal Restaurant
Location– Queen’s Road, Amritsar
Crystal restaurant is one of the oldest functioning restaurants of Amritsar. It is serving flavours of Chinese, Italian, south Indian, and continental cuisine from the past 50 years.
Must try– Tawa Chicken, Naan, Manchow Soup, and Ice Cream.
M K Hotel Restaurant
Location– District Shopping Complex, Ranjit Avenue, Amritsar.
They Serve delicious flavours of traditional Indian, Chinese cuisines, and continental dishes. It also offers a live music performance at this charming eatery.
Must try– Chilli Chicken and Italian Salad.
ITC Hotel Restaurant
Location– Raja Sansi, Ajnala Rd, Amritsar.
Serves its guest with the purity of the varied and rich array of cuisines with the finest service and ambience.
Must-try– signature dishes.
Brew Master Amritsar
Location– SCO 97, district shopping Complex, B – Block, Ranjit Avenue, Amritsar.
Punjab’s first-ever brewery is a place where one can enjoy freshly brewed beers. Treat oneself with exclusive cuisines while listening to live music and get high on exotic drinks.
Must try– Fresh Beer and other exclusive drinks.
The Yellow Chilli
Location– SCO-108, GRD Towers, District Shopping Center, Ranjit Avenue, Amritsar.
The famous restaurant run by the popular celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor serves cuisines like Indian, Continental, Chinese, and many more.
Must try– Ajwaini Fish Tikka, Masala Papad, Roti, Biryani, Grilled Chicken Salad.
Astoria And Oka Restaurant
Location– SCO- 38, B – Block, Ranjit Avenue, Amritsar
One of the classical restaurants of Amritsar that serves some really good quality snacks those are exotic and exclusive.
Must try– Tiger sizzler and European fish platter.
Aurah Restaurant
Location– B – Block, Ranjit Avenue, Amritsar.
Aurah is a restaurant with a quite perfect ambience, and its presentation level is par excellence.
Must try– Rodeo Bake and Cheese Steak Sizzler.
Barbeque Nation Amritsar
Location– 77, SGK Tower, Mall Road, near Income Tax Office, Amritsar.
Tableside cooking is performed at this chain for barbeque dishes offering a buffet specials.
Must try– exotic meat from the live counter.
Charming Chicken Amritsar
Location– Majitha Road, Amritsar.
Amritsar is serving finger-licking non-veg dishes since 1958. It has a comfortable dining area and friendly staff at service.
Must try– Fish fry and Fish Curry.
Makhan Fish N Chicken Corner
Location– 21A, Majitha Road, Amritsar.
The name says it all. Makhan Fish and Chicken Corner is indeed a paradise for fish lovers. After all, they have been doing the same business for about half a century.
Must try– Amritsari Fish and Tawa Fish.
Beera Chicken House
Location– 100, Majitha Rd, opposite Bhandari hospital, Amritsar
You must have heard about the heritage monuments of Amritsar. But let us tell you about the legendary Beera Chicken House. It is no less than a historical site famous for its fresh and flavoursome fish.
Must try– Seekh kebab and roasted chicken.
Best Dhabas in Amritsar
Bharawan Da Dhaba Amritsar
Location– near Town Hall, Town Hall, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar.
One of the oldest and finest dhaba of the city that serves the best quality food at pocket-friendly prices is Bharawan da Dhaba. The ambience all over is quite excellent and suitable for small gatherings.
Must try– Special Punjabi thali.
Kesar Da Dhaba
Location– Chowk Passian, near Telephone Exchange, Amritsar.
Needless of any introduction Kesar da Dhaba is a 100-year-old venture where even great Personalities like Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi have had meals in their times.
Must try– Dal Makhani and Firni.
Kale Da Dhaba
Location– Kacheri Chownk, Green Avenue, Amritsar
Ambience wise A-one dhaba of the city, kale da Dhaba is famous for mouth-watering Dishes it has to offer at really affordable prices.
Must try– Dal Makhani, Butter Chicken.
Brothers Dhaba
Location– Katra Ahluwalia, near Town Hall, Amritsar
Another very old eatery of the city and a sister venture of Bharawan da Dhaba has great ambience and of course mind-blowing flavoursome food.
Must try- Punjabi thali.
Pal Da Dhaba
Location– Katra Moti Ram, I/S, Hathi Gate, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar
Now this Dhaba ambience wise will give the exact feel of the local eatery, but when it comes to food, their magic with flavours can even beat five stars of the town.
Must try– chicken and mutton.
Best Cafes in Amritsar
Bon Gateau
Location– SCF 27, 28, Ranjit Ave, C Block, market, Amritsar
This cafe serves a wide range of delectable foods, cakes, pastries, mouth-watering desserts and much, much more.
Must try– Trio truffle.
BHK Amritsar
Location– 91, B – Block, Ranjit Avenue.
Amritsar is a perfect place to visit for the cosy meetups with friends.
Must try– Pasta.
Bakes N Beans
Location– SCO: 24, Distt. Shopping Complex, Ranjit Avenue, Amritsar.
It is a perfect ambiance for little get-togethers over some real mouth-watering munchies.
Must try– baked mushrooms and steak.
Barista
Location– SCO-113, first floor, Ranjit Ave, near ICICI Bank, B – Block, Amritsar.
A very nice cozy place to have chit and coffee with your dear ones.
Must try– ginger honey tea and espresso.
