If there's one thing Dilliwalas can't say no to, it's mithai. Gulaab Jamun, Rasmalai, Rasgulla, Barfi, Laddoo and whatnot—it's the solution to all our problems. So, with the Pujo, Diwali season approaching, here are 12 of the best mithaiwallas across Delhi-NCR to score kilos of sweets from, but obviously not limited to festivities.
Score The Best Sweets From These 11 Mithai Shops In Delhi NCR
Bhatia Sweets
Located in Delhi's IP extension, Bhatia Sweets has a legacy when it comes to North Indian snacks, and surprisingly Bengali mithai! When we say that their sandesh is to die for, you best believe us. A box of the beyond perfect delicacy is best for gifting and stocking up purposes.
LBB's Favourites: Sandesh, moti chur, and samosa.
Standard Burfee
An iconic Delhi sweet shop located in the famous neighbourhood of Karol Bagh, Standard Burfee is known for their hundreds of kinds of barfi—besan, khoya, badaam. They are also known for their puris and spicy chole, so you know what to snack on when you go to pick up your barfis.
LBB's Favourites: Barfi.
Kamala Sweets
Kamala Sweets has been spreading joy with their Bengali treats since 1984. The Kacha Golla, Mishti Doi, Radhaballavi (stuffed puri), Aloo Dum and Sita Bhog (sweetened cottage cheese noodles) are magical. During winter, the Nolen Gur makes a dramatic entrance with Shondesh, Rosogollas and Moa, so don’t miss out.
LBB's Favourite: Sita Bhog, Sandesh and Kheer Kodom.
Om Sweets & Snacks
A product of Gurgaon and synonymous with dhoda, Om Sweets & Snacks boasts of around 10 outlets in Gurgaon, while each one of them maintains the same quality and taste. They also have an app, which makes them all the more special!
LBB's Favourite: Dhoda Special, Khoya Roll, Malpua and Angoori Petha.
Shyam Sweets
The iconic Shyam Sweets in Chawri Bazar is an Old Delhi gem that's over a 100 years old, dishing out fresh sweets and savoury snacks day in and day out. They get plus points for having sugar-free options.
LBB's Picks: Badam Pinni, Nagori Halwa and Jodhpuri Laddoo.
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Mithaas
One of our favourite sweet shops in Noida churns out expertly crafted sweets. They also serve North and South Indian food, and are rumoured to have the best Karari Jalebi in Noida.
LBB's Favourite: Karari Jalebi, Kaju Barfi and Soan Papdi.
Evergreen Sweet House
Green Park's Evergreen is one of the first names that comes to mind when we think of the most iconic sweet shops in Delhi. They've created a legacy for themselves by never failing to deliver great-quality and delicious sweets.
LBB's Favourite: Rasmalai, Kalakand, Anjeer Ki Barfi, and Laddoos.
Anupam Sweet
Anupam Sweet is our go-to spot for mithai in Faridabad. The freshness of their sweets is amazing, and so are the samosas that they dish out. They also have special gift boxes for every occasion too.
LBB's Favourite: Kesar Sandesh, Chaina Pie, and Ras Madhuri.
Chaina Ram Sindhi Halwai
Another old Delhi gem, this place is located at the beginning of the Khari Baoli spice market and can be easily spotted because of the long lines of people at almost all times of the day. The shop was established in 1901 and attracts many from around Delhi for their famous Ghevars.
LBB's Favourites: Malai Gevar, Plain Ghevar, Motichoor Laddus, and Gujiya.
Kaleva
This famous mithai chain is available in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, and Ghazibad. It is a trusted chain that offers a wide array of sweets, from ghevars to laddoos, and their products absolutely retain the taste of exceptional, passed-down recipes.
LBB's Favourites: Kaju Katli, Jalebis, and Rasmalai
Moti Sweets
With a history spanning over two decades, Moti Sweets in Malviya Nagar Market makes some of the best sweet and savoury snacks and maintains the traditional recipes, up to this date, of their founder, the legendary Halwai Seth Deomal Sewani. You can stock up on namkeens as well as other Indian snacks, such as mathi.
LBB's Favourites: Dry Fruit Ladoo, Bakhlawa, Khoya Sweet, and Patisa And Sohan Papdi