In Lucknow, sweets aren’t an afterthought; they’re practically a love language. And motichoor laddoos? Absolute royalty. Tiny boondi pearls, fragrant syrup, cardamom, saffron, sounds simple, but when it’s done right, it’s pure magic. The city has no shortage of places claiming to make the best ones, so we did the delicious hard work for you. Here are eleven spots in Lucknow where the motichoor laddoo is worth every single calorie. Go on, bookmark this now.
Saffron Sanctuary- From The House of Ritzz
Lucknow knows its sweets, and that’s exactly why Ritzz’s motichoor laddoos have earned their place in so many hearts and homes. There’s no secret formula, no fancy packaging gimmick, just perfectly crafted laddoos that taste exactly like they should. Delicate, fragrant, and impossibly soft, they carry that nostalgic warmth that reminds you of every celebration you’ve ever loved. Once you’ve tried them, every other laddoo somehow feels like a compromise. Fair warning, one box is never enough.
Contact- 0522 400 6000
Timings- 8 AM- 10 PM
Where- GF, Eldeco Corporate Towers, opposite Indira Gandhi Prasthaan, Vibhuti Khand, Gomti Nagar
Ram Asrey
Some names in Lucknow don’t need an introduction, and Ram Asrey is one of them. When it comes to motichoor laddoos, this legendary sweet shop has been setting the standard for generations. Soft, golden, and fragrant with just the right touch of sweetness, every laddoo feels like it carries a little piece of Lucknow’s soul. Families have been trusting Ram Asrey for decades, and one bite will tell you exactly why. This isn’t just a sweet, it’s a Lucknow tradition.
Contact- 0522 4006000
Timings- 8 AM- 10 PM
Where- Naval Kishore Road, Near Leela Theatre, Hazratganj
Radhey Lal’s Parampara Sweets
Ask anyone in Lucknow where to find the real motichoor laddoo, and Radhey Lal’s is the name that comes up every single time. No frills, no shortcuts, just laddoos crafted the way they’ve always been, soft, fragrant, and melt-in-your-mouth good. There’s a reason families have been walking through these doors for generations, boxes in hand, smiles guaranteed. It’s not just about the sweetness, it’s about that feeling of something genuinely made with love. Try one and you’ll know exactly what we mean.
Contact- 0522433 1069
Timings- 7 AM- 10 PM
Where- A-20, Officers Colony, Nirala Nagar
Madhurima Sweets
Lucknow has a soft spot for good sweets, and Madhurima Sweets has been filling that spot beautifully. Their motichoor laddoos are the kind you find yourself thinking about long after the box is empty, golden, delicate, and bursting with that perfect old-fashioned sweetness that just feels right. Every bite carries warmth, every box feels like a celebration waiting to happen. Whether it’s a festive occasion or a simple Tuesday craving, Madhurima Sweets always hits the spot.
Contact- +9152222721672
Timings- 8 AM- 10:30 PM
Where- Near Comfort Inn, Gomti Nagar
Neelkanth Sweets
There are sweet shops, and then there are institutions. Neelkanth Sweets in Lucknow is firmly the latter. Their motichoor laddoos carry that rare quality that’s getting harder to find these days, honest ingredients, careful craftsmanship, and a flavour that feels both familiar and utterly satisfying. The kind you pick up for a celebration but end up sneaking one from the box before you even reach home. Rich, soft, and made with real pride. Neelkanth Sweets simply never misses.
Contact- 0522 239 4888
Timings- 7:30 AM- 10:30 PM
Where- 3/118, Neelkanth Sweets, Vivek Khand 3, Gomti Nagar
Classic Radhey Sweets
The name says it all, Classic Radhey Lal Sweets in Lucknow is where tradition lives and thrives. Their motichoor laddoos are the kind that take you straight back, to festive mornings, family gatherings, and that one person at home who always knew the best sweet shop in town. Soft, golden, and made with a recipe that time hasn’t touched, these laddoos carry a flavour that feels like pure nostalgia in every bite. Classic by name, unforgettable by taste.
Contact- +917380314444
Timings- 8 AM- 11:30 PM
Where- M-28, Gole Market, Mahanagar
Moti Mahal
Moti Mahal Restaurant in Hazratganj is one of Lucknow’s most iconic sweet shops. Plus, it excels at making the most perfect moti choor laddoos. The laddoos from Moti Mahal have the most perfect consistency, are always available in fresh quality and are garnished beautifully. Perfect for all happy occasions and gifting.
Contact- 05224048101
Timings- 9 AM- 11 PM
Where- Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Hazratganj
Shree Chandrakala Sweets
Some sweet shops don’t shout, they let their laddoos do all the talking. Chandrakala in Lucknow is exactly that kind of place. Their motichoor laddoos carry a quiet confidence that only comes from doing something really, really well. Delicate, golden, and melting softly with every bite, there’s a warmth to them that feels almost personal, like they were made specifically for you. Once you’ve tried them, you’ll understand why loyal customers never even bother looking elsewhere. This one’s special.
Contact- 094153 86520
Timings- 8 AM- 10 PM
Where- S 5/72 Gandhi Market Near Awas Vikash Office Bhoothnath
Rashmi Sweets
Motichoor laddoos are basically Lucknow in a bite, rich, refined, and impossible to have just one. Rashmi Sweets takes thousands of whisper-thin boondi pearls, dunks them in fragrant sugar syrup, packs in cardamom and saffron, and somehow turns all of that into one perfectly round ball of joy. No shortcuts. No compromises. Just the real thing, made the way it’s meant to be. Fair warning: you will absolutely go back for seconds.
Contact- +915222359927
Timings- 8 AM- 10 PM
Where- Begam Complex, Munshipulia Chauraha, Masjid Road, Indira Nagar, Lucknow
Swad Dairy & Sweets
Lucknow doesn’t need a reason to eat motichoor laddoos, but Swad Dairy & Sweets gives you a pretty great one anyway. Each laddoo is a little universe of golden boondi, soaked in sugar syrup and fragrant with cardamom, pressed together into something that feels almost too pretty to eat. Almost. The kind of sweet that shows up at every celebration but honestly deserves a Tuesday too. Simple, soulful, and seriously addictive.
Contact- 088589 20790
Timings- 6 AM- 11 PM
Where- Chauraha, Masjid Road, Munshi Pulia, Sector 12, Indira Nagar
Mahalaxmi Sweets
Not all motichoor laddoos are created equal, and one bite from Mahalaxmi Sweets will tell you exactly why. Golden, grainy-soft boondi soaked in fragrant syrup, rolled into a neat little ball that’s somehow both delicate and deeply satisfying. Cardamom does its thing, pistachios add a quiet crunch, and before you know it, the laddoo is gone and you’re already reaching for another. Lucknow’s sweet scene is no joke, and Mahalaxmi plays it very, very well.
Contact- 086044 04040
Timings- 7:30 AM- 10:30 PM
Where- Purania Rd, Sector H, Sector-A, Aliganj
