Old Meals: Indian restaurants that are more than a 100 years old
TRAVEL TRENDS, INDIA Updated : Jun 14, 2021, 03:03 IST
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100-year old meals
A good meal is often a way to lighten the mood, and in India there are many ways to do that. The country is home to countless cuisines, and so eating out is quite complex. Where to eat with so many options? But we have an idea, hear us out. We have identified some of the oldest restaurants in the country, those that are more than a 100 years old. How about checking them out sometime soon?
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Glenary's, Darjeeling
One of the most iconic restaurants in the hill town of Darjeeling, Glenary's is over 130-years old. Not just a place for amazing lunch and dinner, Glenary's also has a bakery that will enamour you. It is located on the busy Nehru Road, very hard to miss. The restaurant has a new seating arrangement that overlooks the mountains.
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Leopold Cafe, Mumbai
This popular restaurant and bar in Mumbai is 150 years old. It came under international attention when it was one of the targets during the the 2008 Mumbai attacks. Today you will find the bullet markings preserved in the restaurant from the dreadful attacks. The place is a favourite among tourists, and of course locals.
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Indian Coffee House, Kolkata
The most famous branch of Indian Coffee House in the country, this one is absolutely iconic by all measures. It used to be Albert Hall, until it was renamed as coffee house after 1947. Established in 1876, the coffee house has had some famous patrons over the years, including Satyajit Ray, Mrinal Sen, American poet Allen Ginsberg, to name a few.
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Tunday Kababi, Lucknow
This 115 year old eatery has become one of India's favourite kababs, and for good reason. It melts in your mouth. This is the original spot for these kababs, it is home to these delicious meat dish that you must-have when you come to the city. It was launched in 1905, and it is said that the dish contains about 125 ingredients.
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