Having grown up in Delhi, we can’t help but have a special place in our heart for street food; momo in particular top our list, especially when they’re accompanied by that deadly chilli chutney.
While we all have our go-to momowala when the craving strikes, we’ve listed out some of our favourites for when you want to go exploring
Contrary to its name, this is where all hunger strikes come to an end. Their claim to fame? Tandoori Momo; momo with a charred twist served with a creamy dip.
Price: Starting at INR 100 for one plate
For juicy pork momo in Dwarka, look no further than Noodle Bowl. Not only are they high on flavour, but their quantities are beyond generous. They also deliver home.
Price: Starting at INR 120 for one plate
Newari momo with sesame sauce, need we say more? Yeti also serves some of the most delectable aloo momo we’ve ever had. Pair it with a pint of beer and you’re all set for the evening.
Price: Starting at INR 245 for one plate
Fried chicken momo, steamed chicken momo, lamb momo and pork momo; Yashwant Place has it all. We recommend Chimney Sizzlers in particular here {shop 11} where not only is the food a level above the rest, but you can ask the waiter to hook you up with some alcohol {jugaad!}
Price: Starting at INR 130 for one plate
This almost hidden Tibetan café on the Shivalik road has some great finds for all you momo fans. Available in chicken, vegetarian, paneer and pork, Pema’s momo are best had steamed.
Price: Starting at INR 130 for one plate
Majnu ka Tila is momo central but if you find yourself in a bit of a pickle about which joint to try from the many, we say Tee Dee. Choose from a bunch of steamed, fried or even soupy momo in vegetarian, chicken and beef variants.
#LBBTip: They also do a fabulous tingmo {steamed bread}.
Price: Starting at INR 100 for one plate
The guys at Momo’s Point have all the usual momo {and great ones at that} but in addition also do some interesting Masala Momo, with a desi spin, for all you spice lovin’ peeps.
Price: Starting at INR 110 for one plate
An all-time favourite, Dilli Haat is a haven for momo. From chicken, paneer, vegetarian to pork, the north-eastern stalls here have our momo needs covered to the T. Lost on where to grab a bite? We suggest the Sikkim and the Nagaland stall.
Price: Starting at INR 90 for one plate {approx.}
Ever tried mozzarella momo? Maybe it’s time you did. Giri has one of the largest momo menus we’ve ever come across, comprising Afghani Momo, Cheese Momo, Cocktail Momo, Manchuria Momo and even a Hot Garlic Momo. There’s plenty of both non-vegetarian as well as veggie options.
Price: Starting at INR 30 for one plate
QD’s is perhaps the first place to have given the momo a tandoori twist. Although lots of places are doing this successfully now, QD’s game remains strong with their classic vegetarian and chicken tandoori momo.
Price: Starting at INR 165 for one plate
Go to Wow! MOMO for the sheer variety if nothing else. They’ve got the regular vegetarian, chicken, paneer and prawn along with Corn Cheese, Fish and Mushroom. You can also choose from a variety of sauces or have your momo, au gratin {baked with cheese}.
For a sweeter experience, they’ve also got chocolate momo!
Price: Starting at INR 90 for one plate
For one of the best fried chicken momo in time, Hawkers. Vegetarians, don’t fret, they also have paneer and vegetable.
Price: Starting at INR 90 for one plate
Situated in the bustling Sarojini Nagar Market, Quick Bitte serves some of the juiciest momo in town. Whereas we love our momo fried, we’d suggest sticking to the steamed ones here to really get a taste of the juicy fillings.
Price: Starting at INR 70 for one plate
For that quick plate of momo with some seriously fiery chutney, Dolma Aunty Momos in the main Lajpat Nagar market hits the spot every time. They also opened an outlet recently in Kamla Nagar.
Price: INR 50 per plate {approx.}
Anytime you get a sudden craving for momos and need a quick fix – Chinese Garage in East of Kailash should be your go-to place. They have a great range of momos which includes veg, non-veg and even prawn. Every plate of momos here is made fresh and is delicious. Bonus – the packaging is super hygienic and they send a range of sauces alongside, so there’s something for everyone.
Price: INR 185 per plate
This tiny restaurant run by a Tibetan family has the juiciest momos. You can opt for chicken or pork and have them steamed or fried, depending on your choice. Their momo chutney is super spicy and will give a whole new life to your taste buds.
Price: Starting at INR 80 per plate
This Amar Colony eatery that does 40+ varieties of momo including Pasta, Schezwan, Tandoori Malai and even Prawn Momo will now be your new found love. Oh and they deliver till 1am. To help you narrow down from the multiple options, we say – try their Prawn Har Gow Momo, Pazzta Chicken Momo, Spinach & Corn Momo, Schezwan Momo and they even offer Wheat Momo {for momo-binging minus the guilt!}. In case you want to try a bit of everything, order their momo platter with options like Oriental Veg, Paneer/Chicken Tikka, Whole Wheat and more.
Price: Starting at INR 140 per plate
Thinking about mixing some Punjabi cuisine with momos? Social Foodie Inside’s Butter Chicken Momo {INR 100} does justice to two of Delhi’s all-time favourite dishes with its thick, creamy butter chicken gravy, loaded with chicken chunks and six perfectly juicy momo.
Price: Starting at INR 100 per plate
The reason we love this place is because they serve some very crispy Kurkure Momos. If you’re someone who love their momos spicey, this place in West Patel Nagar is ideal for you.
Price: Starting at INR 80 per plate
This place serves more than 100 types of momos! And they have about 10 types of tandoori momos. The must try are Tandoori Afghani Momos.
Price: Starting at INR 90 per plate
Doing a justice to the name, this place serves about 200 momos, each being one of a kind. The only thing that sets it back is the absence of any non-vegetarian momos. Don’t gasp just yet. Save it for the moment after you’ve tried their onion momos and Maggi momos.
Price: Starting at INR 90 per plate
They offer a unique variety of pan-fried and tossed momos with wheat varieties too. You’ve gotta try their hot garlic toss momos for a very flavourful momo experience.
Price: Starting at INR 100 per plate
Another gem in Majnu Ka Tilla, we can’t get over the Jhol Momo with Nepalese gravy every bite of which will be a party in your mouth. Fair warning, you can’t just stop at one plate here.
Price: Starting at INR 120 per plate
If you like even your momos to be slightly classy, you need to try out a plate of wood fired momos. This one is the subtle version of tandoori momos for the times you want to give all the spices a miss.
Price: Starting at INR 219 per plate
Momo and vodka. The peeps at Queen’s Boulevard have figured out a way to merge the two. Whereas we feared we were going to be getting little flour balls filled to the brim with vodka, we were just a little relieved {and a little disappointed, maybe} that the vodka is mixed in the batter and not the filling. Once it’s got a definite shape, the momo are popped into the tandoor, and then doused in tomato onion gravy, making this a very flavoursome affair.
Price: Starting at INR 150 per plate
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