Dehaati

Top choice in Maharashtra


The city's Kolhapuri thali specialist. Meals come in a number of mutton variations as well as chicken and veg. The vibrant curries, the spiced-up dhal, the rich aakkha masoor (Kolhapuri-style whole lentil curry), the intricate tambda rassa (spicy red mutton curry), the perfectly flaky chapatis – it's all delicious.

Tack on the clean and convivial environment and it's the city's best spot to sample the local fare.


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