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Chef-owner: Mohan Singh · Opened 1998
Opened 1998 by Mohan Singh as a true-to-form dhaba — the roadside eateries that feed long-haul truckers across Punjab. Food still lands on metal trays; the chole bhature and thali platters run at street-food prices that have barely budged in 25 years.
Under $15 per person
Authentic North Indian street food at prices that make no sense (in a good way). The chole bhature is perfect. The thali platters are generous. No frills, strip mall location, incredible food. This is what dhaba-style should taste like. Best value Indian in Cambridge.
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225 Hampshire St, Cambridge, MA 02139
Daily: 11:30AM-10PM
10 min walk from Central
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