Best Lucknow Brunch Food Tour : Sursuri / Bandook Chaat, Bun Chola, Bakse Wale Khaste, Malai Makhan

Lucknow is often celebrated for its rich Awadhi cuisine, but the city also boasts a thriving vegetarian street food culture that deserves equal recognition. On this special food tour, we teamed up with Priyank, a passionate local food explorer, to experience a classic Lucknawi vegetarian brunch. Priyank, known for his insightful vlogs, guided us through some of the city's most beloved breakfast spots, offering a glimpse into its vibrant morning food scene. Our first stop was a small but iconic tea stall, M/S Ram Kewal Tea Stall, located on Maqbara Road in Hazratganj. A favorite among locals, this place serves a comforting cup of tea made by mixing tea liquor with milk. The tea was paired with bun makhan, generously slathered with unsalted white butter sourced from a local dairy. We also tried their samosa and sihal, a lesser-known but delicious deep-fried snack that complemented the tea perfectly. Next, we made our way to Gupta Ji Khaste Wale at Chowk Kotwali, Gol Darwaza, Chowk, where we tried a special breakfast dish called bakse wale khasta. These khasta kachoris are stored and served from metallic trunks, giving them their distinctive name. Accompanied by dry masala wale aalu, this dish is immensely popular, and the stock often runs out between 7 and 10 in the morning. At Gol Darwaza, Chowk, we visited Malai Makhan Corner to sample the quintessential winter delicacy, malai makhan. This creamy, airy sweet, infused with a subtle hint of cardamom, was a delightful experience. Many vendors sell it in this area, but the one we visited had recently hosted actor Diljit Dosanjh, further cementing its reputation. Moving ahead, we stopped at Sewak Ram Misthan Bhandar near Kalli Ji Ram Mandir in Sarrafa Bazaar, Chowk. This old sweet and snack shop is known for its traditional preparations made entirely in ghee. Here, we tried the poori and sabzi combo, a dish that evoked the flavors of food found in the holy cities of Uttar Pradesh. We also tasted jalebi dahi and two seasonal varieties of ladoo, each showcasing the richness of Lucknawi sweets. While heading to our next stop, we came across an intriguing roadside stall named Badnaam Chole Stall at Gwynne Road in Aminabad Market. True to its name, the stall had an element of curiosity around it. We tried their chole suhal and bun chole makhan, both offering a unique take on the classic chole preparation. Our final destination was Pandit Chaat Corner near Khun Khun Ji Jewellers in Aminabad. A hidden gem in the city’s bustling chaat scene, this place is known for its batashe, sursuri chaat, matar chaat, and a few other specialties. The owner, Kalyan ji, welcomed us warmly and treated us to a variety of dishes, each bursting with distinct flavors and textures. His hospitality and passion for food made the experience even more memorable. This food tour through Lucknow’s vegetarian delights offered a refreshing perspective on the city’s diverse culinary heritage. Each stop added a unique layer to our understanding of its street food culture, making it an experience worth savoring. About the host: https://anubhavsapra.com/ Also follow us on Facebook:   / delhifoodwalks   Twitter:   / delhifoodwalks   Instagram:   / delhifoodwalks   Design and filmed by Rahul Singh Texts by Swetaleena Nayak