20 Highway Dhabas That You Simply Must Stop By

I don’t need to boast about the significance of Dhabas stationed on most highways in India. Whether it’s about feeding our gurgling stomachs or reflecting the authentic taste of any region or the hospitality with which the food is plate up, these roadside eateries certainly know the because of win one’s heart. It’s astounding to determine how the variety of those Dhabas, which were once merely stopovers for travelers, became destinations unto themselves. It is often safely said that Dhabas are serious business. Ok, enough of talking! Let me also revisit my business and present to you a listing of Dhabas that you simply must stop by if you’re traveling on Indian highways:

🗓️ Last updated: July 2026

1.  MR. SANJAY DHABA

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This small, concrete shack on the Leh-Srinagar highway could also be a well-liked stop-over among the bikers, truckers, and everybody else passing through these rugged terrains. Apart from the food, the breathtaking view would be worth spending time here.

Cost For Two: Rs. 200 – 300

Must-have: Aloo paratha, aloo sabzi, black tea

Location: Srinagar-Leh Highway, NH 1D

2. AMRIK SUKHDEV

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Amrik Sukhdev Dhaba is on the Delhi -Ambala Highway. This restaurant evolved from little Dhaba to a multi-cuisine eatery. The place is pretty easy to locate because of its attractive looks. The menu is gigantic, with many options. The only thing is its exceptionally cheap pricing.

Cost for two: INR 500

 Must-have: Aloo Ka Parantha, sweet Lassi, Badam milk

 Location:  G.T. Road | 52.250 Km. Stone, Murthal 131039, India

3  CHILIKA DHABA

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This Dhaba has a well-defined and inexpensive menu. Apart from seafood, you can also savor many vegetarian intricacies at this place. Whenever you visit the Dhaba, don’t miss out on their Giant Crabs and Chili Prawns. Chilika Dhaba takes its name from the huge famous Chilika Lake.

 Cost for two: INR 500*

Must-have: Giant Crabs, Chili Prawns, Fish Curry

Location: NH5, Barkul, Odisha 752030

4. CHEETAL GRAND

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Located on the Delhi-Dehradun highway, Cheetal Grand is kind of popular among travelers. The Dhaba has the planning of a luxurious restaurant with homely food. You can  better dine inside, or if the weather is pleasant to eat in the open area.

Cost for two: INR 600*

 Location: Khatauli Bypass, NH-58, District Muzaffarnagar, Khatauli

 Must-have: Parathas, paneer ki sabzi, dosa, idli, paneer pakodas

5. RAO DHABA

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At Rao’s Dhaba, you are likely to lick your fingers after finishing your delectable meal. Located on National Highway 8 on Delhi-Jaipur Road, this Dhaba is known for its delicious veg Indian cuisine; one thing you must try here is paneer butter masala with tandoori naan.

Cost for two: INR 550*

 Must have: Stuffed naan, daal makhani, channa masala

 Location: Delhi-Jaipur Highway, NH 8, Dharuhera

 6. SHARMA DHABA

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If you have a thing for Rajasthani cookery, the Sharma Dhaba on Jaipur-Sikar road is where you would like to need a chance, and they serve original veg Rajasthani intricacy and their Mawa Naan is to die for ! There are two banquet areas that you can choose from, one is just off the road, and the other is in the backside and is known as Sharma Garden. Try Paneer Butter Masala, Missi Roti, and Tadka Dal here.

Cost for two:  450 INR*

 Must-have: Missi roti, mawa naan (mawa roti), paneer masala, malai matar

Location: Jaipur-Sikar Road

7. GIANI DA DHABA

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Located on the Shimla-Kalka national highway, this Dhaba is known for Punjabi food. Don’t be surprised if you meet people driving down all the way here just to enjoy a hot Paratha with a glass of chilled Lassi. When here, do try their famous Butter Chicken and Dal Makhani.

Cost for two: INR 500*

Location: NH-22, Kalka-Shimla Highway

Must have: Tandoori roti, tandoori paratha, and tea

8. KARNAL HAVELI

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Its grand village-style ambiance and the welcome statues of the villagers on its entrances will compel you to take a selfie at this place. Serving authentic Punjabi cuisine, Haveli is best suited for families and large groups.

Must-have: Amritsari chole, kadhi, parathas, lassi

 Location: G. T Road, Karnal, NH 1 Cost for two:  INR500*

9. PURAN SINGH DA DHABA

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Based in Ambala Cantt, Pooran Singh Dhabas is said to have been started by Pooran Singh but later taken over by the person who supplied him with poultry and meat. Though the data on the Delhi-Chandigarh highway is owned by somebody else, they haven’t compromised on the quality of food and their service.

Must-have: Palak paneer, kadhi rice, chicken curry

Location: Near Ambala city, NH 1

Cost for two: INR 600*

10. BHAJAN TADKA DHABA

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It is one of the most attractive Dhaba that I have seen. Neat and clean area with thatched-hay shacks and delicious food If you are by any chance traveling on NH 24 and you are anywhere near Gajraula, then you have to visit this place. This highway, Dhaba offers prominent food at reasonable prices.

Cost for two: INR 400*

Must have: Paneer Butter masala, kadhi pakora, tandoori roti, daal, chana masala

 Location: NH 24, Salarpur, Gajraula, Uttar Pradesh

11. SAMAROH EN DEES DHABA

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If you’re keen on experimenting when it involves food, you would like to undertake the Samaroh En Dees Dhaba’s delicious pigeon curry. You wouldn’t take long to fall crazy with the eatery’s location, food, and interiors. This place is certainly worth all the extra miles of the drive!

Cost for two:  450 INR*

Must-have:  aloo, Ritika 

Location: National Highway 37, Near Koliabhomora Bridge Batamari Kachari Pam, Tezpur, Assam 784027

12. UMMIYA ANNAPURNA

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This beanery is near the bypass that joints the new expressway in Gujarat; well, technically, it is still on NH 8 in the Anand district. However, you don’t need a reason to visit this magnificent place! Plastering you the right taste of Kathiyawad (precisely beckons SPICE AND CHILLI, unlike Gujarati cuisine). The food here is prepared over a wood fire; thus expect rustic flavor in everything that you eat.

Cost for two:  INR400*

Must-have: Lassan aaloo, besan gatta, sev tamatar 

Location: Anand District, NH 8, Gujarat 

13. SUNNY DA DHABA 

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Located on the Pune- Lonavala road, this Dhaba could also be a well-liked spot for Mumbaikars, and Pune was looking to binge on tempting food away from the crowded cities.

Cost for two: INR 1,700*

 Location: NH 4 Pune Road near Karla, Lonavala 

Must- have: lassi, chicken handi, Rumali roti, tandoori chicken

14. MAYUR DHABA

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You will see frequent travelers stuffing themselves with delicious Chicken Paranthas and Aloo Gobhi ki Sabzi and Parantha. A superb clean and hygienic place, this Dhaba lays out across a big area.

Cost for two: INR 300*

 Must-have : Chicken prantha, Aloo gobhi sabzi, Roti

 Location : NH 1, Baldhi Part, Haryana

15. KESAR DA DHABA 

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Kesar Da Dhaba is a vegetarian Punjabi dhaba[1] in Amritsar, Punjab, India, that originated as a small restaurant selling dal and roti set up by Lala Kesar Mal, a Punjabi Hindu in Sheikhupura, near Lahore in 1916.

Cost for two:  INR 400*

Must- have:  Amritsari kulcha, maa ki dal, lassi, Mahi tikka 

Location: Chowk passion Near the building, Amritsar

16. KINARA DHABA

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This Dhaba is on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Highway and serves a spread of cuisines, including Indian, Mughlai, and even seafood and Chinese though we recommend trying Indian or Mughlai. Not just delicious food, this Dhaba also has live music and drinks.

Cost for two: INR750*

Must- have: Chinese fried rice, Manchurian

 Location: Mumbai Ahmedabad Highway, Ghodbundar Junction, Vasai, Mumbai

17. PEHALWAN DHABHA

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The Dhaba is super economical and may nurse your platter the best way if you’re on the gastronomical agenda while at your layover.

Cost for two: INR 300*

Must – have: tandoori paranthas and lassi

Location:  Murthal, Haryana 131027

18. ZHILMIL DHABA

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This Dhaba on Chandigarh-Delhi highway has a valet parking facility for its customers in conjunction with TV screens and air-conditioned settings. Don’t forget to urge pachanga achar away, and mango candies sold separately outside the Dhaba.

Cost for two: INR 350*

 Must – have: dal makhani, tomato cheese gravy with pudhina paratha

Location: Uchana, Haryana 132001 

19. SETHI DHABA

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Set up kind of a village Dhaaba, Sethi’s got a very rustic ambiance. It’s a Vaishno Dhaba and a superb place for family and travelers who are traveling alone.

Cost for two: INR 450*

Must-have: roti, sag and daal makhni

 Location: Sethi Dhaba, Ambala- Chandigarh Road, Zirakpur, Punjab 140603

20. GULSHAN DHABA

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With modern sitting arrangements and cleaner toilets, this Dhaba serves delicious parantha, chana masala, paneer dishes, and economical thalis. You can even enjoy beer here with some knick-knack snacks.

Cost for two: INR 250 *

Must- have: coated stuffed paratha.

 Location: 49-50 Milestone, GT Road, Murthal, Sonipat, Haryana 131027