Best Restaurants in Jaipur: A Local’s Guide For 2025

When people talk about food in Rajasthan, they usually default to “dal baati churma and laal maas.” I absolutely agree that both are delicious. Still, the best restaurants in Jaipur tell a much richer story than these two iconic dishes.

Jaipur is where fourth-generation halwais (confectioners) still fry ghevar in the same walled city lanes. It won’t take you long to notice that the Pink City offers a delightful mix of heritage kitchens, unassuming stalls, and even palatial courtyard restaurants. And the good news is all of them form part of how Jaipur really eats.

With that, here is a local’s guide to the best restaurants in Jaipur for 2025 (arranged by meal).

Restaurants in Jaipur for Breakfast and Brunch

Rawat Mishthan Bhandar (Station Road)

Ask any local where to go for breakfast and they’ll all tell you to head straight to Raway Mishthan Bhandar. Practically an institution in Jaipur, this spot is where I always go when I’m craving kachoris (savory, deep-fried pastry). Incidentally, kachoris are also among the most popular street food in Delhi.

Raway is especially busy in the morning, so head down early to avoid the crowd. They’re especially known for their pyaaz (onion) kachori. Their pastry isn’t delicate though: it’s stuffed to the brim with a spiced onion filling that’ll definitely stain your fingers with turmeric. If you ask me, it’s totally worth it though! Pair it with a glass of lassi or a mirchi vada (chilli fritter) if you’re extra hungry.

Local tip: Don’t buy the packed boxes of kachori they sell near the cash counter – they lose their crunch. Always order fresh at the counter and eat standing up with everyone else.

Lassiwala (MI Road, near Panch Batti)

Lassiwala has been serving lassis since the 1940s. You’ll know it’s practically an institution in Jaipur when you’ll see the line outside. Served in clay kulhads (traditional cups), the lassi here is thick enough to hold a spoon upright. Think of this as the Indian version of a breakfast smoothie!

Their lassi is filling enough for breakfast. If you’re feeling peckish though, I can absolutely vouch for their chole bhatura. This popular Indian breakfast food features huge, beautifully puffed fried breads and an aromatic chickpea curry.

You’ll see dupe branches claiming to be Lassiwala all over Jaipur. The key is to check the signage: the original one only has one branch at shop number 312 on Mirza Ismail Road. The other ‘Lassiwalas’ are most likely copycats.

Local tip: Grab a hot, flaky samosa from the stall next door and dip it in your lassi. It’s the Indian equivalent of dipping your French fries in a thick milkshake!

Café Quaint (Jawahar Kala Kendra)

Okay quick disclaimer before we get into this one: you’ll definitely find cheaper cafes in Jaipur. If you don’t mind splurging just this once though, Café Quaint does live up to the hype.

For me, their sourdough toasts with seasonal toppings always hit the spot, especially when paired with one of their fresh fruit juices. If you’re looking for something a bit different, I also recommend their hibiscus iced tea, especially when paired with their exceptionally moreish banoffee waffle.

After breakfast, you can always wander into the galleries and bookshop next door.

Restaurants in Jaipur for Lunch and Quick Bites

Shri Thaal (C-Scheme)

Jaipur is full of thali joints, but Shri Thaal is one of the few that locals actually eat at regularly. To begin with, it’s set in a charming courtyard where you can kick back on traditional rattan seats known as charpai.

The Rajasthani thali here is positively loaded with bati (hard, unleavened bread), churma (ground wheat cooked with sugar and ghee) sabzi (vegetables), ker sangri (dried beans and berries) and buttermilk. They do walk around to refill your plates while you eat though, so pace yourself.

In the winter, they also serve seasonal specialties like bajra ki roti (millet flatbread) served hot with lashings of white butter that ooze everywhere. One of the most decadent and, honestly, comforting treats I’ve had in Jaipur!

Samrat (Chaura Rasta)

Samrat is one of the busiest chaat shops in the Pink City. Their golgappa (pani puri) is served with both sweet and spicy water. What I love the most is how heavy-handed they are on the papdi chaat’s yogurt and chutney toppings.

It’s definitely not a fancy place. The eatery is made up of just a stainless steel counter with paper or aluminium plates and a super fast service. But it’s affordable, delicious, and undeniably popular among the locals. Other menu favorites include their mirchi vada (battered and deep fried chili pepper) and dalebi, a small soft bun filled with a spiced potato, fresh coconut, pomegranate seeds, and crispy sev mixture.

Gulab Ji Chaiwala (Near Ganpati Plaza)

Jaipur runs on chai, and Gulab Ji has been brewing it since 1946. Their masala chai is served the traditional way in small glass tumblers. I always pair my chai with a bun maska, a classic Indian teatime sandwich slathered with butter and honey.

It’s a stop-and-go place that’s often crowded, so seats are rarely guaranteed. Most of the time, you drink your chai standing by the road with dozens of locals making a quick stop during their lunch break or after work.

Gopalji Ka Rasta Market (Old City)

Fans of street food, this one’s for you!

Gopalji Ka Rasta  is an open-air market tucked away in a narrow lane. Most tourists don’t really know about this place, but it’s where Jaipurites come for ghevar. This classic sweet Rajasthani snack is easily recognizable by its disc shape and honeycomb-like texture. It’s especially popular the monsoon and local festivals like Gangaur (March-April) and Teej (July).

You’ll also find stalls like Rahul Chaat Bhandar which offers local specialties like aloo tikki and dahi vada, all served in traditional bowls made from dried leaf.

Local tip: Gopalji Ka Rasta is something of a hidden gem in Jaipur. I suggest you set aside some time to browse through the stalls. You’ll find just about everything from Rajasthani handicrafts, marble souvenirs, textiles, and local art.

Restaurants in Jaipur for Dinner

Handi (MI Road)

Handi has been running for decades. It’s actually one of the few places in Jaipur where they still take the traditional handi (clay pot) cooking technique seriously.

For something typically Jaipurian, be sure to try their signature dish, handi maas (slow-cooked and spicy goat curry). It comes bubbling hot and the meat is usually cooked until it falls off the bone. I do mean that literally!

If you can snag a seat in the rooftop section, you’ll also get to enjoy beautiful views of the city skyline. This area can be a bit noisy though since it’s usually filled with families and groups sharing naan baskets and kebabs.

Pricewise, it can be a bit more expensive than most other spots in the city. Then again, it does specialize in old-fashioned and, more importantly, historic Mughlai cuisine.

Local tip: This is one of the busiest restaurants in Jaipur, so be sure to reserve your table a couple of days in advance.

Sethi Bar-Be-Que (Bani Park)

Okay, this haunt may not be polished or pretty, but believe me when I say the tandoori chicken here is legendary!

In fact, you may notice that Sethi Bar-Be-Que’s crowd is mostly made up of regulars who keep coming for smoky kebabs, roomali roti, and quick service. It may not be fine dining, but you definitely won’t find a better place in Jaipur for a post-club snack.

Along with their tandoori chicken, this spot is known for its paneer tikka masala and chicken biryani. Oh, and their garlic naan is the stuff dreams are made of. Order a couple. You’ll find it hard to stop at just one.

Spice Court (Civil Lines)

Spice Court is best known for its laal maas. It’s basically a fiery mutton curry cooked with loads of spices. Historically-speaking, this dish was mostly eaten by Jaipuri hunters whenever they’d return from a successful expedition.

Just a quick heads-up: as much as I love their meat curries, they do tend to be very rich, smoky and super spicy. Definitely not for the faint of heart!

Don’t worry though; they also serve milder Jaipur specialties like kheema (stir-fry minced mutton), malai kofta (creamy vegetable dumplings), and murgh tikka (chicken in creamy marinade with yogurt and cheese).

Local tip: Order a side of bajra roti with garlic chutney. It’s not on the menu, but they make it upon request.

Baradari (City Palace)

Set inside the gorgeous City Palace grounds, Baradari is Jaipur’s most stylish restaurant. The interior is pretty impressive, with marble, glass, and sandstone.

Some of my favorites include tandoori lamb chops and beetroot tikkis. I’m also a massive fan of their deeewani paneer, served in this thick, luscious, tomatoey gravy. Pair it with one of their fluffy cheese naans and you’ll be all set until dinner!

Baradari isn’t cheap, but the setting is unique. I mean, you’re (literally) having dinner on the palace grounds!

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