Chaat can rightly be termed as the king of Indian street food. From thousands of classic varieties and numerous possibilities of flavour variations, Chaat items are for everyone- from those who love greasy and fatty foods, health enthusiasts, sweet lovers and also for those who love their food to be ultimately spicy. We don't think there will be someone who dislikes Chaats there's some Chaat for everyone out there. If you think you don't like them, then probably you haven't had your Chaat yet!

Mumbai Chaat scene is ruled by mostly Bhels and the Puri items. From Sev Puri to Bhel Puri, Pani Puri aka Gol Gappe, Dahi Puri and more, these are a flavour bomb of snacks that burst into a carnival of different textures and tastes in the mouth. Here we are taking you on a journey to some of the best Chaat spots in Mumbai to unleash the Chatora in you. So tighten your seatbelts and let's get into it!

1. Elco, Bandra West

Hill Road is well-known in the whole for street shopping. Another thing that makes this place popular is Elco. This is a fast-food restaurant which is popular all across the city and once you have Chaat from Elco, there's no going back!

While the ambience is just as simple as it can get, the food of Elco stands out. From street food to Chinese, South Indian and desserts, you have the cure to almost all your cravings here and at the best prices!

All the food items are prepared in the most hygienic conditions. Regular customers of Elco always swear by the quality of this place. Elco has attracted so many locals as well as celebrities over the years. Best dishes from the menu include Paneer Chilly, fried rice, Chaat items, cheese toast and Rava masala dosa. Sev Puri, Dahi Puri and the Pani Puris at Elco are specialities and they are the absolute best!

Price for two: ₹800 | Open with Google Maps

2. Sindh Pani Puri House, Chembur

All of us are well-aware of the eternal love of Sindhis for chaats. The very famous Sindhi Pani Puri is something that is loved by almost all the chaat lovers of the city and many of them even prefer Sindhi variation of the Street food delicacy over the regular ones.

A proper Sindhi chaat place is not that easy to find and if you find any, don't think twice before paying a visit there! One place that we always vouch for some of the best Sindhi chaat items is the Sindh Pani Puri House in Chembur. Though a relatively small establishment, this place serves some of the most scrumptious chaat items in all of Mumbai and people of Chembur love it.

Must-try items in the menu are the Sindhi Pani Puri, Chutney Puri, Dahi Batata (potato) Puri, and the Dahi Bhalla Chaat which is a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, spicy and creamy.

Price for two: ₹100 | Open with Google Maps

3. Anupam Sweet & Farsan, multiple outlets

A celebrated low-key place serving delicious Indian sweets Gujarati Farsan and Chaat items is Anupam Sweet and Farsan. Located across multiple locations in the city, Anupam is a name that is pretty popular in the Chaat scene of Mumbai.

The ambience of this place is simple and grounded. Very reminiscent of a typical old-school Mithai shop, Anupam Sweet & Farsan proves to be a complete bang for the buck with highly affordable offerings on the menu.

Each outlet of Anupam speaks of rusticity and simplicity. When it comes to the bestselling dishes on the menu, you can always go for their Bhel Puri and Pani Puri which is loved by all Chaat lovers of the city. Ragda Puri and Samosa Pattice are other special items that one just can't miss.

Price for two: ₹150 | Open with Google Maps

4. Gangour Sweets, Juhu

If you're a total sucker for everything sweet and fried from Mithais to Samosas and Jalebis, then you must pay a visit to Gangour sweets in Juhu. Located near Copper Chimney at Gulmohar Cross Road, Shree Gangour serves good quality sweets that are absolute melt in the mouth. When it comes to chaats, they ace in the art of making these street food specialities and we love this place for that!

With the wide variety of sweets, they also serve sandwiches, Dosa, Pasta, Pav Bhaji, Pulav, Chaat and Snacks. Best Part? The prices are highly pocket-friendly and you can go enjoy a lot of food while you'd need to shell out less money than you would normally expect a Juhu eatery to charge. What else do we need, Right?

Price for two: ₹200 | Open with Google Maps

5. Guru Kripa, Sion

Sion is a place with the highest number of Punjabi people all over Mumbai. This makes it obvious that the best Punjabi cuisine in Mumbai can be found easily in and around Sion. Hence, another place that gets its name in the best Chole Bhature of Mumbai is Guru Kripa in Sion.

Serving scrumptious food to Sion for over 45 years, this restaurant is originally a Sindhi establishment. It specialises in Sindhi and Punjabi Street food. Their Chole Bhature is one of the most iconic dishes of the place, all credits to the recipe of Chole Masala and Bhatura dough which makes every bite of the dish very unique.

This place has also been famous for its flaky samosas, crispy Dal Pakwan and tangy Chole Tikki. With an array of street food being served under one small roof, the ambience of Guru Kripa smells of desi ghee and delicious Indian flavours. It is indeed a street food lover's paradise!

Guru Kripa has been a hub for students because of its inexpensive food menu. But the fandom is not just limited to the students. Even celebrities like veteran actor Dilip Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan have visited Guru Kripa to taste the most delicious food that is served over there.

Price for two: ₹300 | Open with Google Maps

6. Swati Snacks, Tardeo

A name that can never be skipped while talking about the best vegetarian restaurants in the B-town, Swati Snacks is a legend in itself. Serving eclectic vegetarian food in different locations in Mumbai and Ahmedabad, this well-known chain has been serving good food for over half a century.

Their menu is inspired by Indian home recipes and street food items and this place is loved by all. Some of the most iconic dishes from the menu are Chola Methi Dhokla Kadhi, Swati's Masala Uttappam, Sev Puri, Dahi Puri, Ragda Pattice and Bhel.

Price for two: ₹600 | Open with Google Maps

7. Tewari Bros. Mithaiwala, multiple outlets

Remember those sweet shops you used to go to as a child with your mum, peep through the glass panel, and get mesmerized with the colourful sweet fair? Well, this is exactly one of those. Tewari Bros. Mithaiwalas has become a famous name all over the city through its different outlets spread all across. It is a go-to for snacks, Dosa, and of course, Mithais! They are experts in Bengali sweets and we can't begin to express how their Chhena-laid sweets are! Just so delicious and soulful!

When it comes to the chaat items, they know how to make it all soulfully scrumptious and tickle your tastebuds at the same time! Ragda pattice, Ragda Puri and Pani Puri are some of our top favourites and you can't miss these at all!

Price for two: ₹300 | Open with Google Maps

8. Gulati Sweets & Snacks, Andheri

Located in the busy Mahakali Road in Andheri East, Gulati's is reputed for its sweets and snacks all over Mumbai. Starting in the year 1990, this sweet joint has been serving delicious Mithais and Chaats which are loved by the locals.

Along with delicious sweets, this place has been service mouth-watering Amritsari Chole Bhature. The food here makes everyone feel like they are sitting at a local Chole Bhature Shop in Amritsar. The food here is synonymous with deliciousness and is an absolute delight to all the foodies out there.

Their Samosa Chole and Dahi Samosa are some of the most loved chaat items on the menu. Dahi Kachori and Raj Kachori are amazing too, but Samosas are what attract the most of chaat- lover crowd and we're in complete awe of this beauty!

Price for two: ₹300 | Open with Google Maps

9. Amar Juice Centre, Vile Parle

Almost every Mumbaikar would agree to the fact that Amar Juice Centre is one of the best spots to devour some delicious Pav Bhaji. Though it's called a juice centre, people always stop by for Chaat and Pav Bhaji. There's hardly any time of the day when there is no rush at Amar Juice Centre.

What makes the Chaat special here is the house blend Masala which adds a peculiar taste to the street food beauty. Dahi Puri, Sev Puri and Pani Puri are the most loved chaats with Sooji Puris also being used. With affordable rates and unforgettable tastes, the Chaats here are lovely!

Although we have no idea what goes into the secret recipe of masalas, we know that the Chaats here are must-haves and go try it if you haven't yet!

Price for two: ₹400 | Open with Google Maps

10. Jhama Sweets, Chembur

Chatpata Chaats and the most delicious sweets, Jhama has it all. Unleash your inner Chaat monster at Jhama Sweets and we know that you won't be disappointed a bit.

Jhama is known for serving some of the best chaats in the city in a very simple and rustic sorta setup. The Mithai shop is very old-school with a small menu that is full of all your guilty pleasures.

When it comes to the chaats here, they have a variety that works for all kinds of palates- sweet, spicy, tangy or a mix of all-they have it all! We recommend you to try the Dahi Pattice, Dahi Wada Chaat, Sukkha Bhel and the Aloo Chaat.

Price for two: ₹200 | Open with Google Maps