Foodies, get ready to embark on a pani puri spree! We’ve rounded up the top 5 spots in Bandra, that’ll have your taste buds dancing. From legendary classics to trendy twists, these pani puri joints in Bandra, are a must-visit for every street food lover. Get set to treat your palate to a burst of flavours!
Punjab Sweet House
Punjab Sweet House, run by Mr. Harbinder Gulati, is the OG pani puri legend in Bandra, which kicked off its journey in ’77. It took them a few years to drop the pani puri bomb, and boy, did they nail it! But hold up, it’s not just about the Pani Puri game. Punjab Sweet House’s Dahi Batata Puri is Bandra’s crowned champ. Ask anyone!
Cost- ₹ 75
Location- Shop 3, 4 & 7, Dheeraj Arcade, Pali Naka, Pali Hill, Bandra West, Mumbai
Bombay Street Food House
Javed Khan, the head at Bombay Street Food House, launched this spot well before the chaos of the pandemic lockdown. This pani puri spot excels, particularly in chaat and serving up various types of dosas. And its exceptional mocktails are truly unique! Presently, Mr. Khan runs a solo establishment in Bandra. However, he’s plotting to introduce another sensation in the USA.
Cost- ₹40
Location- Shop 15, Link Corner Mall, Linking Road, Bandra West, Mumbai
Elco
A mini hand cart to a famous Bandra landmark: Story of Mumbai’s ELCO Pani Puri Center
Established by Mohandas Bhagnani in 1975, Elco is now managed by his son, Anil Bhagnani. Elco’s paani puri gained popularity within a few years of its inception- thanks to its authentic Sindhi puris that practically dissolve in your mouth.
Elco also strongly emphasises hygiene with its use of gloves and Bisleri water- a practice initiated by Anil’s father. Further, the brand’s paani and chutney recipes are noteworthy. The flavourful water comes infused with with generous amounts of coriander juice and the imli chutney contains jaggery, instead of sugar. All of it crafts an unforgettable experience.
Cost- ₹80
Location- 2/A, 46, Elco Market, Hill Road, Bandra West, Mumbai
Maharashtra Chana Bhandar
Come over to Bandra’s 78-YO Maharashtra Chana Bhandar, for the love of street food!
If you’re craving the best street food in Bandra, you gotta hit up this legendary spot – a sweets, and snacks paradise, all rolled into one! Maharashtra Chana Bhandar has been dishing out mouthwatering sev puri, pani puri, bhel, samosa pav, and vada pav for over a whopping 105 years. It’s the go-to place for an epic street food experience in Bandra!
Cost- ₹40
Location- 79, Pali Mala Rd, Pali Village, Khar West, Mumbai
Gurukripa Pani Puri
Bandra’s Gurukripa Pani Puri kicked off in 2020, while Sion Gurukripa Pani Puri has been a part of the street food scenes since 1975. Gurukripa is not just about pani puris; its Sindhi dishes are a hit too! And guess what? The team whips up everything from scratch – puris, boondi, chutney – you name it. The taste and quality are also always on point! Oh, and hold your breath because they’re gearing up to hit Andheri real soon!
Cost- ₹75
Location- Shop 5, Silver Croft Building, Near 16th & 33rd Road, Linking Road, Bandra West
