South Β· Culinary Guide
An authoritative guide to the city's essential dishes, notable restaurants, and definitive street food.
Dishes locals love β click any dish to explore where else it's popular across India.
Tangy tamarind rice, often served at temples or for festivals, available at Sri Annapurna Mess, rupees 50
Spicy fish curry, a delta specialty, try at Riverfront Residency Restaurant, rupees 350
Mutton curry with sour sorrel leaves, a regional favorite, available at Hotel Grand Barisal, rupees 400
Fragrant chicken rice dish, popular for lunch, try at The Paddy Retreat, rupees 280
Sweet flatbread stuffed with lentil and jaggery, a festive dessert, available at local sweet shops, rupees 30 per piece
Steamed rice flour dumplings, often offered to deities, available at local tiffin centers, rupees 40 per plate
Jackfruit curry, seasonal and unique, ask at local homestays, price varies
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