Bhatiyar Gali

Ahmedabad (Amdavad)


The narrow 'Cook's Lane' and adjoining alleyways really come into their own in the evenings, with no-frills eateries and stalls preparing meaty delights. Bera Samosa serves tiny, delicious, spicy meat samosas and deep-fried meatballs, while Bari Handa is the place for stews simmered in clay ovens overnight. Spicy skewers charcoal-grilled are good, too. It's just east of Teen Darwaza.


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1. Teen Darwaja

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2. Bhadra Fort

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5. Ahmed Shah’s Mosque

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