Since Nashik is located in the western parts of Maharashtra state, the traditional cuisine here is Maharashtrian. One can also observe the influence of neighbouring cuisines like Rajasthani and Gujarati.
If you ask about the speciality of food in Nashik, we would say, go for- Nashik special Misal Pav, Makai Chivda, Amti, Bharli Vangi, Batata Vada, and Gulachi Poli. you can book a cab for your entire trip and enjoy the food trail.
Nashik Special Misal Pav
Misal Pav is the signature dish in Nashik. In this dish, a small bread loaf is served with two types of gravies- spicy curry and chili gravy (locals call it ‘Kutt’). Almost every street food vendors and small restaurants serve Misal Pav. You can also try this dish at Raswanti Misal in Panchavati Karanja, Shelke Misal in Raviwar Karanja, and Ambika Misal, again in Panchvati.
Makai Chivda
It is a crisp savory snack. People usually eat this at evening with tea. Makai Chivda is available in snack stores and even large grocery stores in Nashik. You can also carry this snack home and enjoy them for months.
Bharli Vangi and Amti
Vangi is brinjal and Bharli Vangi is a side dish usually taken with chapati or rice. The brinjal is stuffed with the tradition Gada Spice mix and shallow fried. You can try this dish at the restaurants who serve the Maharashtrian cuisine. While on your quest of traditional food in Nashik, try Amti– the Maharashtrian version of lentils, made with curry leaves.
Gulachi Poli
Gulachi Poli is made with wheat flour and stuffed with filling made from gram flour, jaggery and peanuts. It is a festive dish and available at the Farsan stores in Nashik. If you have friends or hosts in Nashik, you can ask them for Poli, you will enjoy this dish more when prepared fresh and served hot.
Batata Vada
Batata vada is a deep fried snack made from gram flour and potato. It is yet again a popular street food snack and served hot with fried green chili and kocum chutneys.
You can also travel to Nashik via outstation taxi from your city.
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