Centuries of Awadhi zaika, handcrafted royal Chikankari, iconic heritage walks & verified local spots curated for you.
29, BN Road, Near Tulsi Theatre, Lalbagh, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001. Legendary Awadhi royal dining house famous for its Chicken Masala, Boti Kebab, Mutton Stew, and gossamer Roomali Rotis.
9/7, Shahnajaf Road, Opposite Sahu Cinema, Hazratganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001. Birthplace of the world-famous crispy Potato Basket Chaat (Tokri Chaat), multi-cuisine fine dining, and Mughlai grills.
CP-4, Rohtas Presidential Arcade, Hazratganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001. High-energy royal Indian fine dining restaurant and lounge featuring opulent copper interiors, live Sufi music, and Awadhi curries.
34, Triloknath Road, Lalbagh, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001. The definitive morning meeting spot of Lucknow since 1950, serving saffron-infused ginger kulhad chai with warm maska bun and crisp gol samosas.
Bank Road, Near Ram Asrey, Hazratganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001. Hazratganj's beloved breakfast street stall serving crispy spiced urad-dal poori kachoris paired with fiery, tangy dried potato chholay sabzi.
3/9, Rohtas Presidential Arcade, Prem Nagar, Hazratganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001. Industrial chic aesthetic cafe famous for artisanal thin-crust pizzas, Italian pastas, and decadent hazelnut frappes.
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Shopping & Bazaars
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