The local food scene in Mirpur‑1, Dhaka, focusing on popular street foods and small eateries.
The local food scene in Mirpur‑1, Dhaka, focusing on popular street foods and small eateries.
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???? Top Street Foods
• Fuchka (Pani Puri)
A beloved Dhaka classic—crisp hollow shells filled with spicy-tamarind water, potato, and chickpeas. A must-try snack in Mirpur‑1’s bazaars. moumachi.com.bd+7foodportal11.blogspot.com+7localguidesconnect.com+7
• Chotpoti & Jhalmuri
Savory mixtures of chickpeas (chotpoti) or puffed rice (jhalmuri), spiced and tangy. Local favorites among passersby. en.wikipedia.org
• Mughlai Paratha
Stuffed flatbread with keema or egg—rich, filling, and spicy. A satisfying breakfast or snack item. en.wikipedia.org+1en.wikipedia.org+1
???? Noteworthy Eateries & Stalls
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Love Road (near Mirpur‑1/2): A youthful evening street-food spot with stalls offering fuchka, flaming paan, chotpoti, kulfi, and various teas. Budget‑friendly—just ~100 BDT per visit. reddit.com+10en.wikipedia.org+10foodportal11.blogspot.com+10
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Street Oven / M1 Food Zone: Combines South Asian and international street flavors, including dumplings (e.g., ramen, wonton) next to zoo road. foodyas.com+1vozonroshik.com+1
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Roadside Kitchen (Mirpur‑1): Well-liked for biryani, kababs, haleem, samosas, jhalmuri—affordable and clean with decent ambiance. top-rated.online+1en.wikipedia.org+1
???? Kebab & Chaap Spots
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Showkot Kabab Ghor (Mirpur‑10): Known for beef chap, chicken chap, shik kebab; prices from ~100–140 BDT.
“Awesome food for kabab lovers… mouthwatering.” foodyas.com+13localguidesconnect.com+13travelstep.com.bd+13
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Kallur Chap (near Mirpur‑11 big mosque): A bustling stall loved for its spicy, flavorful chap and luchi; always crowded.
“for night, Kallu it is !!!” reddit.com
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Rabbani Hotel & Kallu Kabar Ghar: Recommended by locals for their beef chap and kebab. travelstep.com.bd
☕ Drinks & Desserts
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Flaming Paan: A dramatic, spicy twist on traditional betel leaf, available at street stalls. foodportal11.blogspot.com
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Clay-Cup Tea & Faluda: Unique sweet teas served in terracotta cups, loved by youth on Love Road. thefinancialexpress.com.bd
???? Local Opinions (from Reddit)
“In Mirpur 11 try Shawkat kabab, Minu Dim Chaap.” travelstep.com.bd+6reddit.com+6reddit.com+6
“Showkat kabab er beef chap best but khawar poribesh na. Parcel niye bashai eshe khele valo lage.” reddit.com+6reddit.com+6localguidesconnect.com+6
✅ Visiting Tips
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Best Time: Evening (6–10 PM), especially along Love Road and near zoo/market areas.
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Budget: Most dishes range from ₮30 (fuchka) to ₮140 (chap/kebab).
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Hygiene: Choose vendors with visible cleanliness; opt for popular stalls.
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Variety: Try small portions from several vendors—fuchka, chap, tea, flaming paan—for a full taste journey.