Food in Batala

Cuisines of various countries differ, but may be India is the only country in which each state commands a unique cuisine. Batala, being a part of Punjab, yield one of the favorite cuisines around the world. Punjabi food tastes good with the dash of spices and herbs in the preparation of dishes. Adding butter or ghee to spicy foods is a specialty of Punjabi food. The cuisine also adds chillies and peppers for better taste.

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There are various types of dishes that Punjabi cuisine has to offer. Since Batala is a tourist spot, there are many restaurants that offer lunch and dinner at reasonable prices. However, it could be noticed that these restaurants may not provide western standards of niceties, but they surely adhere to hygienic standards. Furthermore, since Batala has many sugar mills and produce flavored syrups, tasting the Lassi is must.

Dhabas and Restaurants in Batala

The roadside restaurants are known as Dhaba in Punjab. These are more food joints than conventional restaurant. They serve food in stainless steel plates and glasses since it preserves the authenticity of these food joints. Many dhabas (who can afford) have air-conditioned sitting arrangement for guests. However, it is best to sit on the wooden benches and have food under the sky. Near the tourist attractions, there are many joints that offer Thalis for lunch. These Thalis are a platter of different vegetable preparations and non-veg if ordered. Dal and yogurt are served with each Thali whether veg or non-veg. Pickle and Onion pieces are provided on each table for free.

Batala has many such joints on the main road and in the markets and bazaars. These joints still do not operate as modern restaurants and cannot be previously booked. Customers must sit according to their turn. These joints serve packaged mineral water bottles. Two important Restaurants in Batala are:

Wonder Hotel and Restaurant
Address: Jalandhar Road
Byepass Chowk
Batala
Phone Number - 1871-249400

Grandway Restaurant
Address: Shastri Nagar
Batala
Pin Code - 143505

Breakfast in Batala

Any restaurant in Batala will serve breakfast from morning 7 o'clock till 11 o' clock. The dhabas however operate according to the number of tourists. During festivals and tourist seasons breakfast is available longer than the usual time.

In Batala, one must have Punjabi Parathas for breakfast. There are many variations in preparation of these Indian breads. Many kind of vegetables are used to stuff the parathas which tastes delicious at any given point of time. Aloo Paratha, Methi Paratha, Mooli Paratha, Gobi Paratha and many more are available here.

Aloo Paratha

Lunch in Batala

The food which is served in this city is not much different from other cities of Punjab. They prepare Punjabi food like Butter Chicken, Mutter Panner, Butter Naan, Tandoori Rotis, and Dal Tarka. Tandoori chicken is a special dish that one must have while staying in any city of Punjab. The restaurants in Batala serve all these with cordiality.

Punjabi Cuisine

Dinner in Batala

While lunch was heavy with chicken and other spicy dishes, dinner can be light with Kadi Chawal. Rajma Chawal is also cherished by Punjabi community. Dinner may also comprise of the famous Makke di roti and sarson da saag. Authentic Punjabi food is available in Batala. However, since it is a small city, western food like burgers and quick snacks like finger chips or fish n chips are not available here. To put the truth, the authentic Punjabi food is recommended much more than any other cuisine while eating in Batala.

Makki di roti

Fast Food in Batala

Though exclusive Punjabi food is recommended while staying in Batala, the city also offers hamburgers and fried chips for a change of taste. Here you can order fried chicken and veg burgers also.

LC Generates Hunger
Address: Akashdeep Complex
Jalandhar Road
Batala
Pin Code - 143505

Desserts in Batala

Batala has many sweet shops near the bus stand and railway stations. Sweets are made with ghee and Indian style of preparation. Besan Ladoo, Motichoor Ladoo, and Kaju Roll should be tasted once. They also prepare sweets that are made of milk and milk products. While ordering for dessert in a restaurant, one may taste Phirni (a Punjabi delicacy) and milk shakes of various flavors.

Kulfi is highly recommended. It is the Indian version of ice-cream. Kulfis taste a little different from conventional ice-creams. Matka Kulfi is famous for its taste and flavor all over the world.

Matka Kulfi
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