Nowhere perhaps is the love of rich, hearty and desi ghee-laden food more pronounced than in the holy city of Amritsar. You could say food is the second-biggest attraction here, after the Golden Temple.

In a city that has lent its name to iconic dishes, from kulchas to fish tikkas, and where scores of establishments do great imitations of the originals, deciding what to try and finding the best places to do so could be overwhelming. So, we’ve done the homework and rounded up with a list that’ll tide you through the day or several. Take your pick.

Amritsari kulchas

The choice of breakfast in Amritsar also happens to be the most famous dish to be originated in the city—Amritsari kulcha. Stuffed with potato or cottage cheese and baked to a golden crisp in the tandoor, the hot kulchas are crumbled by hand until flaky and topped with a generous helping of desi ghee. Served with a side of chole and spicy chutney, kulchas are a must-have. While most spots serve this dish, Kulcha Land has some of the best. Operational since before the Partition in Lahore and later in Amritsar, Kulcha Land has been dishing out this delight for four generations now.

Cost Per Plate : 45-70 INR