Here’s a Top 10 Street‑Food & Local Food Destinations Guide for a visitor/tourist in Nanded — what to eat, where to go, approximate cost/purpose, and some tips. Use this as your go‑to quick food guide when you visit.
What makes Nanded’s food scene special
- Nanded’s cuisine mixes the rustic flavours of the Marathwada region with influences of Mughlai / Hyderabadi dishes.
- Among local specialties: Tehri (a spicy, rich rice‑dish), Hyderabadi Biryani, and typical Maharashtrian fare.
- Street‑food stalls, small ‘fast‑food’ joints, and local cafés dominate — perfect for inexpensive, tasty meals.
1. Shri Sai Vada Pav
- Famous in Nanded for its vada pav — a must‑try for anyone from Maharashtra or a fan of quick street snacks.
- Also serves chaat and other fast‑food snacks. As per a traveller write‑up, vada pav was “good with tasty masala” and budget‑friendly (e.g. very cheap price).
- Ideal for a quick evening snack or light bite while exploring the city.
2. Panchwati Fast Food Center
- Popular for breakfast and simple meals: serves dishes like paneer paratha, mix paratha, chole‑bhature, lassi.
- Paneer paratha especially gets appreciation — served with curd and pickle. Good for a filling but budget‑friendly start to day.
3. Durvankur Thali
- A good option for a full, wholesome vegetarian meal — serving a thali combining Gujarati, Maharashtrian and Punjabi items.
- The thali may include items like kadhi, dal, curry, roti/ rice, sabzi, salad, sweet, etc. A good filling meal after sightseeing.
- Good for families or travellers seeking a hearty meal at reasonable price (as per older write‑up, around ₹210 per plate).
4. Billa Doodhwala
- A local shop near the main religious / Langar area — good for quick drinks, shakes or even warm milk (kaadha‑style).
- Nice for post‑dinner refreshment or late evening snack, especially after visiting nearby landmarks in Nanded.
5. Sunder Hotel Dhaba
- A slightly bigger eatery that serves both vegetarian and non‑vegetarian food — good for travelers wanting a full meal.
- Vegetarian options include dishes like bhindi, dal, tandoori roti etc. As per reviews, food is spicy — good if you enjoy strong flavours.
6. Hirvi Mirchi
- Known among locals as a “street‑food restaurant” — offering variety: from North Indian / fast food to more elaborate meals.
- If you want a mix — maybe street‑food + more substantial dinner — this is a decent bet. Price more than tiny stalls, but still affordable compared to upscale restaurants.
7. The Egg Break
- A low‑cost fast‑food / street‑food joint — ideal for quick bites on a budget.
- Good for travellers or students; you can get a meal or snack for modest budget (~₹150 for two as per listing).
8. Hari Om Rabri Wala
- For dessert lovers — this place offers sweets / street‑food + desserts after main meals.
- Great as a pit‑stop during evening strolls or after visiting local attractions, especially when you want something sweet.
9. A general Street‑Food Stalls Cluster around Old Localities
- Apart from named restaurants, many “snack stalls/food‑carts/food‑trucks” dot the city — offering local favourites like vada pav, pav bhaji, misal pav, chaat, etc.
- Great for travellers who want to explore on foot — cheap, quick, and often open late or evening.
10. Bread Bash
- A casual street‑food / fast‑food café — good for burgers, sandwiches, and quick meals for two on a low budget (~₹250 for two as per listing).
- Good for friends or young travellers looking for an easy, budget‑friendly meal or snack.
Tips for Tourists & First-Time Visitors
- Hygiene matters: Prefer stalls / shops that have decent hygiene — especially for chaat, water-based snacks, or fried items. Try to consume freshly prepared food.
- Budget‑friendly: Many of the above spots are very budget-friendly — ideal if you’re travelling light or on a budget.
- Meal timings: For breakfast — try Panchwati Fast Food Center; for snacks / evening — Gyan Vada Pav or street stalls; for full meals — Durvankur Thali or Sunder Hotel Dhaba.
- Local tastes: Nanded tends toward spicy and heavily‑flavoured dishes (typical of Marathwada region). If you have low spice tolerance, ask for milder versions or stick to lighter items (like parathas, chaat, or sweets).
- Variety: Mix of cuisine — you can get traditional Marathi, Hyderabadi‑style biryani, fast food — so good for travellers wanting variety in one trip.