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Celebrated on the first day of Farvardin in the first month of the Zoroastrian calendar, the Parsi new year, also known as Navroz, is celebrated with great joy and fervour across the country. When it comes to celebrating a festival, things seem incomplete without gorging on traditional mouth-watering food. Of all the dishes, patra ni machi, salli chicken, akoori, haleem, falooda, and ravo are some of the must-eat dishes on Navoz. We hand-picked the best Parsi restaurants across the country for you to try mouth-watering Parsi food.
Must-try Parsi food joints in India this Navroz
1. Ideal Corner, Mumbai
Ideal to be on the top of our must-check-out list of authentic Parsi food joints, especially on Navroz. Ideal Corner is located in a bustling area surrounded by offices. In addition to the lip-smacking food offered by the seasoned chefs here, you will want to come back to Ideal Corner for the impeccable service by the humble staff, making it just the place you want to hop at for a quick bite during or after your working hours.
Location: Fort, Mumbai
Must-try: Mutton dhansak, bheja fry, chocolate mousse
Cost for two: Rs 550 (approximately)
Open on: Tuesday to Sunday
Timings: 9 am to 6 pm
2. Merwan & Co., Mumbai
Merwan & Co is known to serve some of the most authentic Parsi food in Mumbai. This restaurant opens a few minutes after sunrise making it a great place to have a wholesome breakfast this Navroz without burning a hole in your pocket. Insider tip for you - the people who flock here go crazy for their mawa cakes. They sell out quickly. So you know where your morning run must lead you to this Navroz.
Location: Grant Road East, Mumbai
Must-try: Plum cakes, bun maska, and omelettes.
Cost for two: Rs 100 (approximately)
Open on: Monday to Sunday
Timings: 7 am to 6 pm
3. Dorabji & Sons, Pune
The kind of place you should take a pit stop at after a long and hectic day, Dorabji Sons is a 150-year-old legacy to its credit, the place is known to be one of the oldest restaurants in Pune. You will find the most authentic Parsi dishes prepared with a generous helping of ghee and lots of love. What makes this place a go-to is the familiar yet distinct taste of the food served here.
Location: Camp Area, Pune
Must-try: Chicken farcha and lagan nu custard
Cost for two: Rs 600 (approximately)
Open on: Tuesday to Sunday
Timings: 10 am to 7 pm
4. Ebony, Bengaluru
What is Navroz without stuffing yourself with patra ni machi and zardlu salli marghi at Ebony, Bengaluru folks? Not served in many places, zardallu salli marghi is a spicy chicken dish infused with the sourness of Parsi vinegar and the sweetness of apricots. But if you are someone who prefers to play it safe, the dhansaks are for you.
Location: Barton Centre, Bengaluru
Must-try: Chicken dhansak, Mutton dhansak, vegetarian dhansak, patra ni machi, zardlu salli marghi
Cost for two: Rs 1900 (approximately)
Open on: Monday to Sunday
Timings: 12 pm to 3:30 pm and 7 pm to 11:30 pm
5. Batlivala and Khanabhoy, Chennai
Parsi food is a versatile mix of ancient cuisine brought to India by people who settled in Gujarat from old Persia. With buck-loads of flavour in their food, the delicious food served at Batlivala and Khanabhoy is a breath of fresh air in Chennai - a place dominated by good old Italian, Chinese, Indian, and Regional cuisine. With a menu full of classic Parsi delicacies this place is every foodie’s heaven.
Location: Alwerpet, Chennai
Must-try: Sali per eedu cupcakes, keema kebabs, suran na cutlets, mamaji’s prawn kebabs, and bharuchi akoori
Cost for two: Rs 1200 (approximately)
Open on: Tuesday to Sunday
Timings: 12 pm - 3 pm and 7 pm to 11 pm
6. SodaBottleOpenerWala, multiple locations
A typical restaurant for all things Parsi, SodaBottleOpenerWala is a place that serves Parsi and Bombay-inspired delectable food. The subtle flavours of Parsi cuisine are celebrated in a quirky yet old-school ambience that is sure to transport you to food heaven. Make sure to wash the food down with the super famous Iranian falooda or quintessential raspberry soda served here.
Location: Multiple outlets across the country
Must-try: Berry pulao, margi na farcha, and kandha ni bhajji
Cost for two: Rs 1900 (approximately)
Open on: Monday to Sunday
Timings: 12 pm to 11:30 pm
7. Parsi Anjuman, New Delhi
One of the best-kept secrets for Delhiites, Parsi Anujman is every foodie’s paradise. Nestled in the Parsi Dharamshala at Daryaganj, you need to reserve a table for yourself and your guests well in advance. The menu here is pre-fixed daily, but do not let that dampen your spirits. Their rotating menu allows you to try new things on every visit and refrain from sticking to the basics.
Location: Delhi Parsi Dharamshala, New Delhi
Must-try: Chicken salli, mutton dhansak served with roti and kachumber, patra ni machi with coconut and mint dressing
Cost for two: Rs 600 (approximately)
Open on: Monday to Saturday
Timings: 9:30 am to 6:30 pm
8. The Hansotias. Kolkata
Finding Parsi food that is tasty, authentic to the T, and healthy is tough in Kolkata, but not if you visit The Hansotias. This Parsi-only guest house in the City of Joy serves food only on a pre-order basis. So make sure to order well in advance to get a taste of this Parsi heaven.
Location: Parsi Dharamshala, Kolkata
Must-try: Dhansak combos
Cost for two: Rs 1200 (approximately)
Open on: Monday to Sunday
PS: Pre-order only
9. Peter Cat, Kolkata
A melting point for food lovers of all sorts, Peter Cat is known to dish out some of the most famous platters in Kolkata. Chelo kebab is one of their best-selling kebab platters served in chicken, mutton, and lamb variations. If you are in the mood for some lip-smacking Parsi food when in Kolkata, make sure to check out the famous Peter Cat.
Location: Park Street Area, Kolkata
Must-try: Chelo kebab
Cost for two: Rs 1400 (approximately)
Open on: Monday to Sunday
Timings: 12 pm to 10:30 pm
10. Kings Resto Bar, Kolkata
The moment you step into this restaurant, you will be amazed at the beautiful Parsi-Iranian trinkets that adorn the shelves and walls. Whether you are a vegetarian or a non-vegetarian, Kings Resto Bar caters to the needs of all by offering a range of meat-free dishes so that everyone can enjoy flavourful Parsi cuisine.
Location: East Street, Pune
Must-try: Italian baked chicken and jujeh kebab along with kid gosh
Cost for two: Rs 900 (approximately)
Open on: Monday to Sunday
Timings: 11:30 am to 3:30 pm and 7 pm to 10:30 pm
11. Cafe Farohar, Udvada
Run by a mother-son duo in the sleepy town of Udvada, Gujarat, Cafe Farohar has fans all over. From celebrity chefs to illustrious food bloggers, Chef Shezad Marolia and his mother Hilla have been hosts to a wide variety of Parsi food lovers. Frequented by Zoroastrian pilgrims, Farohar serves amazing aleti paleti and malido that you must try once.
Location: Sodawaterwala Parsi Daharamshala, Udvada
Must-try: Unlimited Lagan Nu Pattru and Malido
Cost for two: Rs 600 (approximately)
Open on: Monday to Sunday
Timings: 12 noon to 11:59 pm
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