Jaipur, also known as the Pink City is one of the friendliest cities of India and there are endless things to explore here. However, the question is, how to reach Jaipur and by what mode of transport? If you are travelling by road, you are sure to be entertained with full-on fun and food. So, in this edition of Dhaba halts – we will take you through the best roadside dhabas on the Delhi-Jaipur highway.
When you are making a road trip, food is one of the key things to plan and keep in mind, and if you think, packing home food to eat in the vehicle is a good idea, we have a better idea for you. Why not halt at a quick roadside eatery and enjoy some hot delicious food followed by a cup of tea?
So, here are our best dhaba halts from Delhi to Jaipur.
Old Rao Hotel
When we talk about Rao Dhaba, the first thing that comes to our mind is sumptuous variety of stuffed parathas with butter. This is a super busy joint on NH8 and has plastic chairs to sit on and an open kitchen from where you can watch your food being prepared.
Where: NH 8, Delhi – Jaipur Highway, Near BML Munjal University, Sidhrawali, Haryana
Call: 9992317800
Timings: 24 hours
Highway King
If you want to experience true bliss during your journey and are looking for delicious food, head straight to Highway King, and if you are exhausted while driving, you can book a room at the premises as well at an affordable price. The restaurant is open round-the-clock and serves amazing North Indian food.
Where: (Jaipur – Delhi Express Highway) Main Delhi Jaipur Express, Highway, NH-8 186 Milestone from Delhi, Near Paota, Village Antela, Rajasthan
Call: 9828338100
Timings: 7.00 AM – 12.00 AM
Bajwa ka Dhaba
Just 60 kilometres before you reach Jaipur, you can spot an old-style rustic set-up behind the rows of trucks. If you are the type to sit on a charpoy, you can slurp on one of the best dal makhni and breads here. Though it is popular among truck drivers, families and friend groups can also halt here.
Where: Opposite Highway King, NH 8, Jaipur
Basant Dhaba
Spread over a huge area in Bilaspur, Basant Dhaba is spread across three sections, the non-air-conditioned restaurant, the air-conditioned restaurant and the party hall. It is a great place to relax for as long as you want and order their assorted pakoda platter while taking a pit-stop.
Where: NH-8, Plot no-1, Jaipur Highway, Rathiwas, Bilaspur, Gurugram, Haryana
Call: 9899272020
Timings: 24 hours