DLF is one of the busiest late-night street food spots in Hyderabad, thanks to the IT hub. Now while there are talks about relocating the stalls to the ITC Kohinoor road, this is still your spot for a quick fix till that happens (yes, we'll keep you posted). So, whether you're a techie looking for a quick chai break or a 'hangry' foodie looking for yummy snacks, DLF has got it all. The place gets crowded as the evening rolls around, and you may often find yourself waiting in long queues. From dosas to desserts, here are the best spots to try at DLF's killer street food scene.
Fried Maggi To Ghee Idlis: 20 Must Try Dishes At DLF's Killer Street Food Scene
Overview
- 1. AM - PM Maggi Point
- 2. Momos Delight
- 3. Coconut Juice Bar
- 4. Amul
- 5. Varalakshmi Tiffins
- 6. Hunger Maggi Point
- 7. Pallekodi Pullatlu
- 8. Pista House
- 9. Noodle Bar
- 10. Chaat Hangout
- 11. Smoky Docky
- 12. Seenaiah 4 AM Biryani
- 13. Marhaba
- 14. Lolly Waffle
- 15. Ruchi Choodu
- 16. Fast & Fresh
- 17. Fornai Cafe
- 18. Hotel 1977
- 19. Aanimuthyalu Unlimited
- 20. Burger Wurger
AM - PM Maggi Point
Opening its shutters at 1 PM, this kiosk runs wild till 1 AM and is one of the most popular joints at DLF. Whether you're a fried Maggi or soupy Maggi lover, all the varieties here taste amazing. There's also egg bhurji, chicken fried Maggi, and Maggi masala on the menu that you shouldn't miss. If you can tolerate the crowd around the kiosk, AM - PM Maggi Point is a must-try at DLF.
Price: INR 500 for two (approx.)
Timing: 12 PM to 12 AM
Contact: 072077 45876
Must Try: Chicken Maggi and Butter Fried Maggi
Google Rating: 4.1/5
Momos Delight
This kiosk is full of surprises with its eccentric menu options. From kurkure momos to momo burgers, Momos Delight is awesome for all momo lovers. You can keep it simple by chowing down their steamed chicken momos or try the gravy momos.
Price: INR 500 for two (approx.)
Timing: 4 PM to 12 AM
Contact: 092116 74299
Must Try: Chicken Fried Momo
Google Rating: 4/5
Coconut Juice Bar
Tender coconut lovers, this one's for you—something with no added sugar or preservatives that you can sip on after a hefty meal. From good old coconut water to a host of juices and shakes, this kiosk will take your love for coconuts to a new level.
Price: INR 400 for two (approx.)
Timing: 9 AM to 12 AM
Contact: 083099 56754
Must Try: Coconut Juice and Tender Coconut Pudding
Google Rating: 4.1/5
Amul
There is no bad time for ice cream, and luckily for us, Amul has a tiny ice cream shop with not just their regular flavours like vanilla and chocolate but also shahi anjeer, Moroccan dry fruit, and kaju draksh. They've got stone ice creams, and Oreo and Ferrero Rocher variants too, but we recommend sticking to the basics and single scoops.
Price: INR 400 for two
Timing: 10 AM to 12 PM
Contact: 022 6852 6666
Must Try: Dry Fruit Sundae and Honey Moon Sundae
Google Rating: 4/5
Varalakshmi Tiffins
Varalakshmi Tiffins needs to be on top of your must-try list when you're at DLF. Their Ghee Karam Podi Idlis are everything and literally melt in your mouth. You could also try their freshly made Karam Dosas if you're in the mood for some crispy dosas.
Price: INR 300 for two (approx.)
Timing: 4:20 AM to 12 PM and 4:30 PM to 12 AM
Contact: 96180 55947
Must Try: Ghee Karam Idly and Masala Dosa
Google Rating: 4.4/5
Hunger Maggi Point
We can feel our hunger kicking in as soon as we walk to Hunger Maggi Point, which serves a variety of Maggi topped with a generous amount of grated cheese. The fried maggi here is too yummy to miss out on. It's right next to the Amul store. We recommend heading here for your Maggi fix if you'd like to skip the crazy crowds at other food carts.
Price: INR 600 for two (approx.)
Timing: 5:30 PM to 12 AM
Contact: 091006 40376
Must Try: Butter and Cheese Fried Maggi
Google Rating: 4.1/5
Pallekodi Pullatlu
Craving some good Telugu food? Head to Pallekodi Pullatlu where the curries dictate the menu. Choose from a wide range of curries including chicken, mutton, fish, boti paya, among others. You can then choose their accompaniments that include vadas, dosas, parottas or rotis. The fare is as spicy as it is delicious.
Price: INR 800 for two (approx.)
Timing: 11 AM to 12 PM
Contact: 096869 44779
Must Try: Idli with Natu Kodi Pulusu
Google Rating: 3.8/5
Pista House
There are several chai joints around DLF that serve great tea. Head to Pista House if you'd like the full Irani chai experience, complete with Osmania biscuits and puffs. The outlet also sells biryani and haleem (during Ramzan).
Price: INR 1,000 for two (approx.)
Timing: 11 AM to 11 PM
Contact: 087125 09950
Must Try: Haleem and Chicken Biryani
Google Rating: 3.8/5
Noodle Bar
Nothing hits the spot quite like Indian-Chinese street food. Head to the noodle bar for some mouth-watering momos, thukpa, and noodles. Oh, and don't miss out on the yummy chicken lollipops when you visit.
Price: INR 800 for two (approx.)
Timing: 12 PM to 12 AM
Contact: 087901 14559
Must Try: Egg Chili Garlic Noodle & Vegetable Burnt Garlic Noodle
Google Rating: 4.2/5
Chaat Hangout
How can we recommend a street food spot without recommending a fool-proof chaat place? Head to Chaat Hangout to fill your tummy with some amazing chaat. We'd recommend trying the pani puri, dahi puri and pav bhaji here. Don't be fooled by the simple set up, this place truly packs in a punch with their mouth watering snacks.
Price: INR 400 for two (approx.)
Timing: 4 PM to 12 AM
Contact: 9177526619
Must Try: Masala Puri and Paneer Pav Bhaji
Google Rating: 4.6/5
Smoky Docky
One of the most popular (and crowded) kiosks in DLF closely following AM-PM Maggi Point is Smoky Docky. Come here for the charcoal-grilled shawarmas. The concept is quite new for a street food spot, and the smoky flavour makes the shawarma taste even better. You will also get some affordable Apricot Delight and Mango Delight during the season at this popular spot in DLF.
Price: INR 600 for two (approx.)
Timing: 5:30 PM to 12 AM
Contact: 076740 07640
Must Try: Peri Peri Charcoal Shawarma and Chicken and Cheese Crepes
Google Rating: 4.1/5
Seenaiah 4 AM Biryani
Seenaiah Kitchen is famous for Hyderabadi biryani served at midnight only, and we have expert consensus that says, yes, this is, in fact, good biryani. The flavours are all right, and you won’t be disappointed by the portion size either. It’s a modest establishment that can't fit too many people at once, but wait for the seating because it’s worth it.
Price: INR 600 for two (approx.)
Timing: 3 AM to 6 AM
Must Try: Mutton Biryani and Chicken Biryani
Google Rating: 4.1/5
Marhaba
Shawarma, kebabs, sandwiches, crispy chicken, pizza and desi Chinese—no, we did not go off topic. Marhaba really serves everything, from Middle Eastern flavours to casual bites. You will find groups of people standing and eating, and everything is priced super affordably. If you love good grilled chicken, you are at the right place.
Price: INR 400 for two (approx.)
Timing: 7 PM to 12 AM
Contact: 097040 05165
Must Try: Grilled Chicken, Chicken Shawarma and Cheese Toast
Google Rating: 4/5
Lolly Waffle
If you have a sweet tooth and are always looking for desserts, check out Lolly Waffle at DLF Food Street. It’s a small stall that packs a punch! The waffles are soft, and most flavours are chocolate (+10 points for that). They also have crispy waffle sticks, mini waffles and pancakes that are all freshly made in front of you.
Price: INR 500 for two (approx.)
Timing: 6 PM to 12 AM
Must Try: Oreo Waffle and Kitkat Mini Pancake
Google Rating: 4.6/5
Ruchi Choodu
Ruchi Choodu in Telugu means "taste it" and you have to taste their vedi vedi (garam garam) pakode. Chicken, pepper chicken, kaju chicken and their special RC Special —it's hot, crunchy and yum. It's a home made recipe which they prepare hygienically and we have no complains. In fact, food bloggers frequent this place for pocket-friendly snacking. They also have lollipops and wings, but everyone goes here for the fritters.
Price: INR 500 for two (approx.)
Timing: 4 PM to 1 AM
Must Try: Pepper Chicken, RC Special
Google Rating: 4.6/5
Fast & Fresh
True to its name, the service here is fast and everything is delicious. Be it manchurian fried rice, lemon chicken, shezwan noodles or cheese Maggi. A meal here doesn't cost a bomb and you'll be full under INR 300. In beverages, expect normal cold drinks. At nights, this place is quite packed with foodies so expect some rush before you go to place the order.
Price: INR 500 for two (approx.)
Timing: 12:30 PM to 12 AM
Must Try: Manchurian Fried Rice, Cheese Maggi, Lemon Chicken
Google Rating: 4.1/5
Fornai Cafe
Come here for Indian-style red sauce pasta, cheesy margarita pizza and sizzling Indo-Chinese. Fornai Cafe is a relatively new cafe near the DLF Street Food and it is worth a visit. They have a breakfast menu that runs in the mornings with Mumbai masala omelette, Spanish omelette and sunny side up along with appetisers like Guntur Chicken Satay Sticks, pizzas, sandwiches, pastas and burgers. If you want something unusual, try their chicken or vegetable pot pie.
Price: INR 1,000 for two (approx.)
Timing: 1 PM to 12 AM
Must Try: Guntur Chicken Satay Sticks, Peri Peri Chicken Pizza, Arrabiata Pasta
Google Rating: 4.4/5
Hotel 1977
The DLF outlet of Hotel 1977 is a cute shack that serves hot tiffins. Idly, dosa, poori, punugulu, and paratha at reasonable prices, the chutneys here is what steals the show. The peanut and coconut chutney along with the sambar that comes with crispy dosa is what draws the crowd. Love ghee and karam podi? That's a crowd favorite idli and dosa combo.
Price: INR 300 for two (approx.)
Timing: 7:30 PM to 1 AM
Must Try: Masala Dosa and Ghee Karam Dosa
Google Rating: 4.9/5
Aanimuthyalu Unlimited
South Indian curries, Chicken and mutton biryani, and Andhra meals— Aanimuthyalu is for those who love a good, hearty rice meal for lunch and dinner. Everything on the menu is super affordable and they've got some nice vegetarian dishes too, like jackfruit biryani. End your meal with Godavari special Junnu (available all seasons, woohoo) and share an apricot delight. Spotting this place is not difficult, you'll always find a flock of people waiting for their plate.
Price: INR 700 for two (approx.)
Timing: 12:30 PM to 12:30 AM
Contact: 095536 44459
Must Try: Andhra Style Special Chicken Biryani Combo & Jackfruit Biryani
Google Rating: 3.7/5
Burger Wurger
For the time you are hit with burger craving but don't want to put a big hole in your wallet, find Burger Wurger at the DLF Food Street. They've got a good selection of veg and non-veg burgers that are sauced up with flavorful patties. In sides, you can pair them with chicken nuggets, veg fingers and fries and grab a coke. Their burger combos are filling, perfect if you have stopped by for lunch or dinner.
Price: INR 500 for two (approx.)
Timing: 4:30 PM to 3 AM
Contact: 086869 80731
Must Try: Chicken Zzinger and Double Decker Veggie Burger
Google Rating: 4.7/5