Chaat
(चाट)
Chaat is a term signifying a huge variety of Indian street foods, snacks, or small meals which usually combine salty, spicy, sweet, and sour flavors. The name chaat is derived from a Hindi verb chaatna, meaning to lick, possibly referring to the finger-licking good quality of the dishes.
Chaats are usually small, consumed on their own as a snack, or combined with other dishes to form a big meal. Throughout India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, chaat can be found at chaatwallas (street vendors), serving various dishes, from stuffed bread to deep-fried pastries with accompanying dipping sauces.
In India, a chaat stand is usually specialized for one or two dishes which are always made fresh. If chaat is offered in a larger restaurant, it is often accompanied by a traditional Indian drink called lassi. Chaat dishes are very popular due to their enormous variety: from crispy fried potatoes, sevpuri, and pakora, to chila pancakes with chutney and pav bhaji, there is a variety of chaat for every type of consumer.
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WHERE TO EAT The best Chaat in the world (according to food experts)
"Who does it best? Call me a snob, but my favourite place is Sea Lounge. It is best to sit at a window seat in this iconic café, with a plate of Dahi Batata Puri and a cup of Masala Chai, and watch the violent grey waves of the Arabian Sea."
"This Bhelpuri stall is one of the most famous stalls at the beach side and people love to eat their crispy and spicy Bhelpuri. It’s my personal favorite, so I recommend you try it, otherwise your visit would not be completed."
"I have visited them to try their yummy Bhel Puri along with Ragda Pattice. Their food is amazing and the service is prompt."
"My favourite street food is bhelpuri and the best place to get it is Ram Shyam."
"Badshah easily wins biggest crowd, fastest puri maker in the East and tastiest plate of bhel puri we’ve had so far in India."
"Gokul Chaat is also touted as the best eatery in Hyderabad that serves delicious chaat."
"It is the bestest chaat I have had in my entire life. I am s-e-r-i-o-u-s!"
"There’s a huge variety of chaats to try. Kashi Chaat Bhandaar is a popular destination near Dashwamedha ghat for all these and the must-try Tamatar Chaat (Tomato Chaat)."
"I loved their bhelpuri so much that I ordered a second plate before finishing the first one."
"10 Must Visit Bhel Puri Places in Mumbai: Food Arcade Chaat - Hugely famous among the locals!! Known for its Bhel Puri!!"
