Ultimate Food Lover's Itinerary in Lucknow

Day 1: Street Food Delights

Lucknow, India

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Mubeen's

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Mubeen's, famous for its freshly made kebabs and parathas.
Head east from your hotel to Hazratganj.
INR 300, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Explore Aminabad Market

Take a stroll through Aminabad Market, where you can not only shop but also sample a variety of local snacks such as chaat and dahi puri.
Walk 1 km to Aminabad; it takes about 15 minutes.
Free (snacks extra), 2 hours

12:00 PM

Lunch at Tunday Kababi

Savor the iconic galouti kebabs at the renowned Tunday Kababi, a must-visit spot for any foodie.
Take a rickshaw for about 10 minutes.
INR 500, 1 hour

1:30 PM

Visit Bara Imambara

Take a break from food and explore the architectural beauty of the Bara Imambara, learning about the history of Lucknow.
Walk or take a rickshaw for 1.5 km; around 10-15 minutes.
INR 50, 1.5 hours

3:00 PM

Tea at Persian Darbar

Enjoy a traditional chai at Persian Darbar, which also offers excellent samosas to accompany your drink.
Walk back to Aminabad and stroll towards Persian Darbar.
INR 150, 1 hour

5:00 PM

Cooking Class Experience

Join a local cooking class to learn how to make authentic Awadhi dishes, enriching your culinary knowledge.
Book a class at your hotel or with a local chef; transport often arranged.
INR 2000, 2.5 hours

8:00 PM

Dinner at the Royal Cafe

Conclude your food tour with a dinner at the Royal Cafe, renowned for its delicious biryani and other classic Lucknowi dishes.
Take a rickshaw for about 15 minutes.
INR 600, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Cultural Culinary Journey

Lucknow, India

8:00 AM

Breakfast at House of Awadhi

Wake up to a delightful breakfast featuring traditional Awadhi dishes at House of Awadhi.
Conveniently located nearby; a short walk.
INR 350, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Visit the Hussainabad Imambara

Explore the beautiful Hussainabad Imambara and the adjacent clock tower for a cultural start to the day.
Walk approximately 2 km, around 25 minutes.
INR 30, 1 hour

11:00 AM

Snack Stop at Sharma Tea Stall

Tantalize your taste buds with a cup of famous Lucknowi chai paired with crispy kachoris at Sharma Tea Stall.
Take a local rickshaw back to a nearby popular area.
INR 100, 1 hour

12:30 PM

Lunch at Biryani Mahal

Indulge in fragrant Awadhi biryani at Biryani Mahal where every bite tells a story.
Approximately 2 km; take a rickshaw.
INR 500, 1 hour

2:00 PM

Visit the Rumi Darwaza

Stop by to capture a few memorable photographs at the grand Rumi Darwaza, an iconic symbol of Lucknow.
About 1 km; walk or take a short rickshaw ride.
Free, 1 hour

3:30 PM

Dessert at Prakash Kulfi

Enjoy some refreshing kulfi or falooda in the scorching afternoon heat at Prakash Kulfi.
A short 5-minute walk from Rumi Darwaza.
INR 200, 1 hour

5:00 PM

Evening Snack at Chaat King

Grab a quick bite of vibrant chaat to set your tastebuds tingling before your final dinner in Lucknow.
Take a rickshaw that should take around 10 minutes.
INR 150, 1 hour

7:00 PM

Farewell Dinner at Sakhawat Restaurant

Cap off your foodie adventure with an upscale dining experience at Sakhawat Restaurant, celebrating the legacy of Mughlai cuisine.
A quick 15-minute ride by rickshaw.
INR 700, 1.5 hours
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