Time to travel? Here are 11 iconic eateries in India to visit

Time to travel? Here are 11 iconic eateries in India to visit

Food by Gulf News has complied a list of old and iconic eating outlets and coffee houses in India, their history and popularity among food enthusiasts from around the world is testament. Located in one of the poshest areas of Mumbai - Colaba, is Bademiyan. This iconic restaurant started in 1946 and is popular for its seekh kababs (kabab with an 'a' and not 'e'), baida rolls and roomali rotis. This 75-old-restaurant, was once a shack or a make-shift counter (small run down building) at Apollo Bundar, near Mumbai's naval port. Back then, it's loyal patrons were naval officers and locals looking for a late-night snack. The mutton seekh kabab, chicken baida roll and mutton keema are popular among locals and tourist, all year round. Located in the classic cliche of the East meets West is this 150-year-old cafe and bar. Started by Iranians, who came to India in the 1800s, has been a popular eating place among foreign tourists and locals. With an extensive contintental menu of food, drinks and desserts, one can get a look and feel of cosmopolitian Mumbai here. Their classic dishes include Leopolds special noodles (non-vegetarian), cheese cakes and chocolate pastries. This iconic south Indian