Dhabas on NH1: Restaurants and Dhabas on Delhi-Amritsar Highway- Ngtraveller

Taking a road trip is probably one of the best activities to enjoy after a full week of work. Considering this time of year, Amritsar ranks among the most desirable weekend destinations in Delhites. The USP of a road trip from Delhi to Amritsar on the NH1 is a great selection of some of the best dhaba you will find in North India. The route starts in Delhi - Sonipat - Panipat - Karnal - Kurukshetra - Ambala - Ludhiana - Phagwara - Jalandhar and finally Amritsar. Let's take a look at the one not to be missed on the food highway: NH1.

Amrik Sukhdev Dhaba, Murthal

Sukhdev Dhaba is one of the most popular destinations for all foodies as it suits everything. The flow here is not slowing down at any time of the day. Its popularity is proven by the fact that people come here whether they are traveling or not. People from Delhi NCR often drive 60km to dine here.

Specialty: Amritsari Kulcha and Aloo Parantha

Haveli, Karnal

With the open-air, open-air atmosphere of a Punjabi village, Haveli is a place not to be missed. While there are many Havelis you may encounter on your way to NH1, it is the one with the most crowds. If you are concerned about the children reeling, then the amusement park located here will be a life saver.

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Specialties: Interior Design and Amritsari Chole

Puran Singh Ka Mashoor Vishal Dhaba, Ambala

What is behind the great name are the different gave throughout the city that claim to be the original Puran Singh Dhaba. Get to Ambala Cantt and you will see Puran Singh ka Dhaba everywhere, but Vishal Dhaba is the original. Even after so many years, she never compromised her quality, even after someone else took care of her.

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Specialty: Mutton Curry, Keema Kaleji, Chicken curry

Zamindara Dhaba, Ludhiana

Located near the Ludhiana airport, Zamindara Dhaba is one of the rare places where the wait still talks about the menu to the guests instead of handing out the printed menu. The food served here has authentic Punjabi flavor and a complimentary jug of buttermilk is like the icing on the cake for the foodie in you.

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Specialization: kadhi Chawal and Sandu Dal.

Lucky Dhaba, Jalandhar

If you drive all night, this is the ideal place to have a delicious breakfast. All you need is a vegetarian meal along with a steaming cup of tea to rejuvenate yourself. While most dabbas as such offer a host of non-vegetarian items, this is one place that can provide you with the perfect vegetarian food.

Specialty: mixed vegetables and a variety of bread: Missi Roti, Tandoori Roti, Lacha Parantha

Kesar da Dhaba, Amritsar

Your journey is incomplete if you don't eat at Kesar da Dhaba restaurant. Located in Amritsar Kant, this place has been serving Punjabi vegetarian food since 1947. Its owner has run this restaurant in Lahore, Pakistan since 1916 and moved to Amritsar after partition in 1947. The place has been visited by politicians and celebrities and covered by almost all media channels.

Specialty: Amritsari Kulcha