Manek Chowk
Manek Chowk
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8:00 PM - 11:45 PM
Monday
8:00 PM - 11:45 PM
Tuesday
8:00 PM - 11:45 PM
Wednesday
8:00 PM - 11:45 PM
Thursday
8:00 PM - 11:45 PM
Friday
8:00 PM - 11:45 PM
Saturday
8:00 PM - 11:45 PM
Sunday
8:00 PM - 11:45 PM
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- Soumya NayakDubai, United Arab Emirates656 contributionsUltimate street foodThis is a great place to visit during good weather. Definitely a big NO during rains & peak summers. Having watched youtube videos on how the place transforms from a regular parking space to a night food court, my family & I knew what to expect. The place is 300 mtrs from the main road. Taxis will refuse to enter the street due to the heavy crowd. Autos will get inside but there is still around 200 mtrs of walking to do. The food stalls start serving food around 8:00 pm. This is the ideal time to arrive as it is easy to get an empty table. There were unique flavors & we were tempted to order so many items, but we did not want to waste food, hence ordered one dish at a time & shared it. For the price we pay, quantity & quality of food is quite good. As I said in the beginning, good weather is very important otherwise you will not be able to spend adequate time here.Visited March 2023Written 22 March 2023
- Easwaran H12 contributionsExpensive street foodThe street food is expensive & the place is crowded, unhygienic & noisy. The smell of petrol & diesel is nauseating. Food is tasty though. Elderly persons are bound to get stomach upset. Kulfi & Fruit shots are good. I would rather pay a little more & dine in a good restaurant.Visited November 2023Travelled soloWritten 5 November 2023
- MaayaMumbai, India58 contributionsExpensive Street FoodSituated in old city of Ahmedabad, there are now multiple lanes in manekchowk to satisfy your food cravings. Its a paradise for vegetarians for sure, lets head straight to the review: 1) Food: Multiple veg options to choose from, right from ghotala / gwalior dosa to ice cream sandwiches to jamun shots to kulfis to pulav / pav-bhaji etc, there is something for everyone. 2) Hygiene: Better not to have any expectations as it's street food after all. 3) Costs: Prices have gone up now, can easily compete with prices in Mumbai / other city. 4) VFM: Maybe yes, provided you have big group or family with you. 5) Parking: Ideally one can find free space 200-300 meters away from the lane, though this places is chocoblock even post midnight. 6) Safety: Make sure you take care of your mobile and wallets, as told by many pickpocketing is a common practice here.Visited October 2023Travelled with familyWritten 28 November 2023
- ashima joshiTalegaon Dabhade, India65 contributionsbest street foodManek Chowk in Ahmedabad is a vibrant and bustling market square renowned for its delectable street food offerings. During my visit, I was captivated by the lively atmosphere and the array of enticing aromas that filled the air. The place is a paradise for food enthusiasts, offering a diverse range of culinary delights. The vibrant colors, the sizzling sounds, and the tantalizing tastes created an unforgettable experience. It wasn't just a culinary journey; it was a cultural immersion into the heart of Ahmedabad's street food scene. Manek Chowk truly stands as a testament to the city's rich food culture and the warmth of its people.Visited January 2023Travelled with familyWritten 16 December 2023
- darpanhspKashipur, India42 contributionsHappening and Happy place of AmdavadEverything is so loud bright and full of energy here. Jewellery, Gujrati Marriage decoratives, Huge collection of Mouth Freshners , Pav Bhaji, Fruit juice shots everything was so unique. One star deducted for the Pizza which as per my taste should be avoided.Visited December 2023Travelled with familyWritten 24 December 2023
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LoloD
Mumbai, India199 contributions
Jan 2024 • Couples
If I could I would rate it 0.
We went in the evening. It's a collection of street food vendors. Tables and chairs are laid out on the street. Some hawkers selling costume jewelry.
It's a filthy place. How anyone can eat sitting there is hard to imagine. It's impossible that any food hygiene would be maintained in such a place
It's crowded and noisy and an experience that one can only call pathetic.
We went in the evening. It's a collection of street food vendors. Tables and chairs are laid out on the street. Some hawkers selling costume jewelry.
It's a filthy place. How anyone can eat sitting there is hard to imagine. It's impossible that any food hygiene would be maintained in such a place
It's crowded and noisy and an experience that one can only call pathetic.
Written 14 January 2024
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darpanhsp
Kashipur, India42 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
Everything is so loud bright and full of energy here.
Jewellery, Gujrati Marriage decoratives, Huge collection of Mouth Freshners , Pav Bhaji, Fruit juice shots everything was so unique.
One star deducted for the Pizza which as per my taste should be avoided.
Jewellery, Gujrati Marriage decoratives, Huge collection of Mouth Freshners , Pav Bhaji, Fruit juice shots everything was so unique.
One star deducted for the Pizza which as per my taste should be avoided.
Written 24 December 2023
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ashima joshi
Talegaon Dabhade, India65 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
Manek Chowk in Ahmedabad is a vibrant and bustling market square renowned for its delectable street food offerings. During my visit, I was captivated by the lively atmosphere and the array of enticing aromas that filled the air. The place is a paradise for food enthusiasts, offering a diverse range of culinary delights.
The vibrant colors, the sizzling sounds, and the tantalizing tastes created an unforgettable experience. It wasn't just a culinary journey; it was a cultural immersion into the heart of Ahmedabad's street food scene. Manek Chowk truly stands as a testament to the city's rich food culture and the warmth of its people.
The vibrant colors, the sizzling sounds, and the tantalizing tastes created an unforgettable experience. It wasn't just a culinary journey; it was a cultural immersion into the heart of Ahmedabad's street food scene. Manek Chowk truly stands as a testament to the city's rich food culture and the warmth of its people.
Written 17 December 2023
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Maaya
Mumbai, India58 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
Situated in old city of Ahmedabad, there are now multiple lanes in manekchowk to satisfy your food cravings. Its a paradise for vegetarians for sure, lets head straight to the review:
1) Food: Multiple veg options to choose from, right from ghotala / gwalior dosa to ice cream sandwiches to jamun shots to kulfis to pulav / pav-bhaji etc, there is something for everyone.
2) Hygiene: Better not to have any expectations as it's street food after all.
3) Costs: Prices have gone up now, can easily compete with prices in Mumbai / other city.
4) VFM: Maybe yes, provided you have big group or family with you.
5) Parking: Ideally one can find free space 200-300 meters away from the lane, though this places is chocoblock even post midnight.
6) Safety: Make sure you take care of your mobile and wallets, as told by many pickpocketing is a common practice here.
1) Food: Multiple veg options to choose from, right from ghotala / gwalior dosa to ice cream sandwiches to jamun shots to kulfis to pulav / pav-bhaji etc, there is something for everyone.
2) Hygiene: Better not to have any expectations as it's street food after all.
3) Costs: Prices have gone up now, can easily compete with prices in Mumbai / other city.
4) VFM: Maybe yes, provided you have big group or family with you.
5) Parking: Ideally one can find free space 200-300 meters away from the lane, though this places is chocoblock even post midnight.
6) Safety: Make sure you take care of your mobile and wallets, as told by many pickpocketing is a common practice here.
Written 29 November 2023
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Easwaran H
12 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
The street food is expensive & the place is crowded, unhygienic & noisy. The smell of petrol & diesel is nauseating. Food is tasty though. Elderly persons are bound to get stomach upset. Kulfi & Fruit shots are good. I would rather pay a little more & dine in a good restaurant.
Written 5 November 2023
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Saurabh S
Patna, India112 contributions
May 2023 • Family
Wonderful place for fast tood lovers.Market operates from 8 pm to 1 am .Famous items include fruit shots viz jamun,mango,guava etc,masala dosa,pav bhaji,kufi of many tastes viz peach,straberry and many more .It is excellent place to visit while in Ahmedabad .
Written 4 June 2023
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Soumya Nayak
Dubai, United Arab Emirates656 contributions
Mar 2023
This is a great place to visit during good weather. Definitely a big NO during rains & peak summers. Having watched youtube videos on how the place transforms from a regular parking space to a night food court, my family & I knew what to expect.
The place is 300 mtrs from the main road. Taxis will refuse to enter the street due to the heavy crowd. Autos will get inside but there is still around 200 mtrs of walking to do. The food stalls start serving food around 8:00 pm. This is the ideal time to arrive as it is easy to get an empty table.
There were unique flavors & we were tempted to order so many items, but we did not want to waste food, hence ordered one dish at a time & shared it. For the price we pay, quantity & quality of food is quite good. As I said in the beginning, good weather is very important otherwise you will not be able to spend adequate time here.
The place is 300 mtrs from the main road. Taxis will refuse to enter the street due to the heavy crowd. Autos will get inside but there is still around 200 mtrs of walking to do. The food stalls start serving food around 8:00 pm. This is the ideal time to arrive as it is easy to get an empty table.
There were unique flavors & we were tempted to order so many items, but we did not want to waste food, hence ordered one dish at a time & shared it. For the price we pay, quantity & quality of food is quite good. As I said in the beginning, good weather is very important otherwise you will not be able to spend adequate time here.
Written 22 March 2023
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Rajesh J
Bengaluru, India179 contributions
Feb 2023
You should try Pavbhaji here and Girish Lassi and all other things after 8.00 pm to night 11.00 it is a very good placce
Written 3 March 2023
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PSIndia
New Delhi, India146 contributions
Feb 2023
We went here expecting an awesome 'street' experience. Sorry to say the place is a complete, chaotic let-down. We were actually pushed around as we looked for a table because apparently, the stall owners have a tacit 'turf' marked out, even though the seating appears to be one large cramped mass in the center, with stalls ringing it.
Bhaji paav rules, with most stalls catering to this and sandwiches. Don't quite understand the fascination with sandwiches, but will let that pass. The servers dash about madly, and you're not sure if and who is serving you. The place seems pretty dirty and disorganized. You do ultimately get your plate, and the bhaji pav is nothing special to write home about. The chocolate ice cream sandwich we tried for kicks (as it's so iconic here) made us gag. The only redemption was in the Asharfilal kulfi and ice cream stall.
Finding your way through crazy traffic and teeming lanes to arrive at this place is not worth it. Maybe we were missing something but just can't understand the craze about the place. To truly make this an experience, the civic bodies need to learn from places like the Singapore Hawker Centers.
Would not recommend this to anyone!
Bhaji paav rules, with most stalls catering to this and sandwiches. Don't quite understand the fascination with sandwiches, but will let that pass. The servers dash about madly, and you're not sure if and who is serving you. The place seems pretty dirty and disorganized. You do ultimately get your plate, and the bhaji pav is nothing special to write home about. The chocolate ice cream sandwich we tried for kicks (as it's so iconic here) made us gag. The only redemption was in the Asharfilal kulfi and ice cream stall.
Finding your way through crazy traffic and teeming lanes to arrive at this place is not worth it. Maybe we were missing something but just can't understand the craze about the place. To truly make this an experience, the civic bodies need to learn from places like the Singapore Hawker Centers.
Would not recommend this to anyone!
Written 24 February 2023
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SmartAM
Kolkata District, India138 contributions
Dec 2022 • Friends
Charming place to eat at night . In middle of old city of ahmdebad. Its a street food place with focus on 6 items
Sandwich, pav bhaji, pulav , dosa , fruit shots and kulfi . To finish they also a had. A few pan shop .
One must try Ghotala Dosa which is all cheese and butter . Never seen anything like this before .
The sandwich were filled with these another must try
The fruit shot was also very good and unique . The pan were novelties with nitrogen pan and burning pan
If u love cheese and open to steet food must visit
Sandwich, pav bhaji, pulav , dosa , fruit shots and kulfi . To finish they also a had. A few pan shop .
One must try Ghotala Dosa which is all cheese and butter . Never seen anything like this before .
The sandwich were filled with these another must try
The fruit shot was also very good and unique . The pan were novelties with nitrogen pan and burning pan
If u love cheese and open to steet food must visit
Written 13 December 2022
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vivekbhandari_
New Delhi, India26 contributions
Are there any parking arrangements around? I'm not sure whether to bring my car or come by public transport.
alapsurati
Ahmedabad, India89 contributions
no parking arrangement is not there but it's night when you can/will visit the place, so you will get parking easily. not a issue.
Ead S
13 contributions
This place is safe for female tourist, or not? Because my friend and I want to go to this market around 9 pm. , please tell me.
abhishekhanna
New Delhi, India31 contributions
It is and infact I would say the whole of Ahmedabad is so much safe. People here are laidback and calm and eating out is something which all the Gujjus love to the core. I have seen lot of families also visiting this place in late hours unlike lte night eating joints of Delhi. Have fun.
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- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Manek Chowk:
- Morning Heritage Walk - house of mg (From £9.46)
- The Old City Rickshaw Tour (From £43.46)
- Heritage & Cultural Walk of Ahmedabad (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour) (From £10.42)
- Private Tour in Manek Chowk Bazaar and Jamma Masjid from Ahmedabad (From £74.90)
- Night Heritage Tour Of Ahmedabad (From £93.83)
- Hotels near Manek Chowk:
- (0.14 mi) The House Of Mg
- (0.10 mi) Hotel Volga
- (0.08 mi) Hotel Prime
- (0.05 mi) The House of Mangaldas Girdhardas
- (0.10 mi) Hotel City Inn
- Restaurants near Manek Chowk:
- (0.00 mi) SS Chinese
- (0.00 mi) Hotel Paramount Restaurant
- (0.00 mi) Nishat Restaurant
- (0.00 mi) Khanpur Restaurant
- (0.00 mi) New Irani Restaurant
- Attractions near Manek Chowk:
- (0.08 mi) Bhadra Fort & Teen Darwaja
- (0.14 mi) Sidi Saiyyed Mosque
- (0.12 mi) Spand Tours
- (0.12 mi) Rupam Theatre
- (0.14 mi) Bhadrakali Mandir