India is blessed with a plethora of inexpensive and delectable street cuisine that never fails to make us salivate, and pav bhaji is just one of them. The sound of the bhaji sizzling on the pan, the mouthwatering aroma of the spices wafting up from the plate, the sight of a dollop of butter slowly melting into the bhaji, the sensation as you tear off the first morsel of the soft pav, and the glorious sensation when it all comes together in a flavorful package in your mouth, pav bhaji is a treat for all the senses.
It’s also delicious as a luxurious breakfast on a frigid winter morning, a filling dinner at the end of the day, or a pleasant snack at any time. It’s been reinvented and reimagined a thousand times, but it’s still one of India’s most popular dishes. We’re confident that just thinking about pav bhaji makes your mouth water and your tummy growl. Fortunately for you, we’ve done the effort for you by visiting some long-standing outlets as well as a few new sites to develop the following list of the finest pav bhaji joints in Pune.
1. Kalyani Veg
One of Pune’s most well-known eateries is Kalyani Veg. Professionals, students, and even families love their time there. Though they provide a wide range of cuisines, many people rave about their pav bhaji. It has a good amount of butter and is buttered all the way through. There are also mushroom, Jain, and cheese variations of this classic.
Ratings: 4.1 stars (source Google Reviews)
Location - Fortaleza Complex, 5, Central Ave, Princeton Town Society, Prathamesh Society, Kalyani Nagar, Pune
500 for two people (approx)
Closes 11PM
2. Rudra Pav Bhaji & Juice Bar
This Aundh pav bhaji and juice establishment are famed for its authentic, mouth-watering taste and low prices. A plate would set you back, and you must try their incredible juices as well! We highly recommend trying their masala pav, which is a specialty. It’s also open till midnight! So, if you’re hungry in the middle of the night, you know where to go.
Ratings: 3.8 stars (source Google Reviews)
Location -Shop B9, Sai Heritage Co-op Society, Aundh - Baner Link Rd, Aundh, Pune
450 for two people (approx)
7AM to 10:30PM
3. Shiv Sagar
Shiv Sagar is the first name that comes to mind when we mention pav bhaji. It is located in Pimple Nilakh, Aundh, and JM road. They serve delicious pav bhaji, which starts at INR 105. Try the Shiv Sagar pav bhaji, which is also available in a Jain version. Combine a platter of this dish with a plate of hot Tava pulao while you’re here to give your stomach justice. Later on, you’ll be grateful!
Ratings: 3.8 stars (source Google Reviews)
Location - 102, Anusuya Apartment Jangali Maharaj Road opp. Sambhaji udyan, Shivajinagar, Pune
600 for two people (approx)
Closes 12AM
4. Tea Trails, Aundh
Now that we’ve covered the basics of Pav Bhaji, let’s look at another version. Perhaps a fondue of Pav Bhaji? This fondue strikes all the right notes thanks to a generous amount of cheese.
Ratings: 4.1 stars (Source Google Reviews)
Location - Rose Minar, 87 Annel Church, Chapel Rd, Reclamation, Bandra West, Mumbai
900 for two people (approx)
Closes 10PM
5. Falahaar, Multiple Outlets
Falahaar began as a fruit juice stand and has since expanded to include a variety of delightful treats, including a spectacular pav bhaji. We’re just going to leave this image here to demonstrate how fantastic it is.
Ratings: 4.2 stars (Source Google Review)
Location - ukaram Paduka Chowk, Fergusson College Rd, Shivajinagar, Pune
300 for two
Closes 11PM
6. Masala Bar, Baner
The fact that the pav bhaji at Masala Bar is black is what sets it apart. This odd-looking meal, made with activated charcoal, has a lot of punch. Even the pav is made of charcoal, and the inky black colour adds to its odd appearance.
Ratings: 4.1 stars (Source Google Reviews)
Location - Unit 13 & 14, Cummins India Campus, Balewadi High St, Balewadi, Pune
1500 for two people (approx)
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7. Samudra
With so many eateries nearby, it’s easy to overlook this modest establishment, but this is one you don’t want to miss. In no time, their Samudra unique pav bhaji with an abundance of butter and aroma will have you licking your fingers and craving more.
Ratings: 4.3 stars (Source Google Reviews)
Location - Sowarpet, Near Narpatgiri Chowk, Pune
800 for two people (approx)
Closes 12AM
8. MH 12 Pav Bhaji
The taste of pav bhaji is rustic and delicious, just like the name suggests. The pav bhaji, which starts at INR 110, is cooked with extra butter and spice. For youngsters, they have wheat pav bhaji and Munna bhaji plates! You can relieve late-night hunger cravings at MH 12 Pav Bhaji in Baner, which is open till 1:30 a.m.
Ratings: 4.4 stars (Source Google Review)
Location - Sai Heritage, Shop No.D.10, Aundh - Baner Link Rd, near Medi Point Hospital, Pune
300 for two people (approx)
Closes 1:30AM
9. Nine Square, Yerawad
Last but not least, we adore the wackiest version of pav bhaji. The Pav Bhaji Spring Roll at Nine Square is created with flaky pastry and filled to the capacity with bhaji, as well as a fondue.
Ratings: 4.3 stars (Source Zomato Reviews)
Location - Creaticity, PubTown, Shastrinagar, Yerawada, Pune
1000 for one person (approx)
Closes 11:30PM
10. Jayashree Garden, Tilak Road
Big bowls of bhaji at Jayashree Garden. This place knows how to make a mean potato and lentil curry, with its signature flavor coming from green bell peppers that melt in your mouth when combined with fragrant spices like coriander over chilies roasted overnight before being added towards the end for more heat.
Ratings: 3.3 stars (Source Zomato Reviews)
Location - 1052, Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak Rd, Subhash Nagar, Shukrawar Peth, Pune
700 for two person (approx)
Closes 3AM
That’s it from our side. Do let us know if we miss any other places or want to list your place in TheMusafir.in
