Ultimate SHAHEEN BAGH Street Food Walk, Part 2 | Bihari Pulao Gosht + Turkish Coffee/Kunafa/Doner

Our Shaheen Bagh food journey continued with even more delightful discoveries, leading us deeper into the vibrant culinary heart of the area. As we ventured through the bustling lanes, the aroma of spices and fresh food pulled us from one stop to the next, each offering something unique and delicious.

We began at Sikandar Sweets, where the sweet aroma of freshly baked treats beckoned us inside. We picked up some Nan Khatai, those melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies made from semolina, gram flour, khoya, and sugar. Alongside it, we grabbed a Nariyal Sheermal, a soft and fluffy tandoor-baked flatbread rich with the flavors of khoya and coconut. But what really elevated this experience was pairing these goodies with tea from the iconic Nagori Tea Stall. Though once known for selling fresh milk, the stall now specializes in serving steaming hot tea. We indulged in the Bun Malai—a simple yet delicious snack of soft buns smeared with thick, creamy malai that made the perfect companion for our tea break.

From there, we moved on to Pulao Wala, where the owner’s Bihari roots shine through in every dish. The pulao, made with fragrant Katarni rice, was subtly spiced yet full of flavor and paired beautifully with their rich chicken curry. We also couldn’t resist trying the Mutton Bihari Kebab, a traditional skewer-grilled delicacy made from tenderloin strips, perfectly seasoned and tender. And for dessert, we savored a bowl of Makuti, a traditional Bihari sweet dish made with moong dal, rice, milk, and khoya, topped with nuts for an indulgent finish.

Next up, we visited New Alam Biryani House, where the star of the show was their Moradabadi Biryani. This mildly spiced one-pot dish of fragrant rice and tender chicken had all the comforts of home-cooked food, each bite more satisfying than the last. To quench our thirst, we stopped by King Goli Soda and enjoyed their refreshing Lemon Soda, the perfect palate cleanser for the meal.

The next leg of our tour took us to Doner Valley, where we tried their Chicken Doner Pita Bread. The pita pocket was stuffed to the brim with juicy doner kebab, fresh veggies, and a tantalizing mix of garlic and spicy sauces—an exciting blend of textures and flavors that made for a memorable bite.

We ended the tour on a sweet note at Mysa Cafe with their Kunafa. This Middle Eastern dessert was pure indulgence—a delicate balance of crunchy, buttery vermicelli wrapped around a soft, cheesy filling and drenched in sugar syrup, a perfect conclusion to our flavorful journey through Shaheen Bagh.

This leg of our food walk revealed how diverse and delightful the culinary scene in Shaheen Bagh truly is.