Street food in Mirpur-1, Dhaka
Street food in Mirpur-1, Dhaka
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???? Must-Try Street Foods in Mirpur-1
(With Exact Locations & Prices)
1. Al-Razzak’s Legendary Tehari
???? Spot: BPSC Road, near Shahidullah Hall
???? Price: 80-120 BDT (per plate)
???? Why Try?: Buttery beef tehari with achar – a Mirpur-1 institution since 1990s
2. Star Kabab’s Seekh Kebabs
???? Spot: Opposite BSMMU Hospital gate
???? Price: 30-50 BDT per skewer
???? Pro Tip: Order with "roomali roti" (10 BDT extra)
3. Fuchka Wala at Tajmahal Road
???? Spot: Mirpur-1 New Market entrance
???? Price: 30 BDT (5 pieces)
????️ Special: Ask for "extra jhal" (spicy tamarind water)
4. Chotpoti King
???? Spot: Near BPSC main gate
???? Price: 40-60 BDT
???? Secret: They use duck eggs instead of chicken
5. Jhalmuri Addict
???? Spot: Shahidullah Hall Field corner
???? Price: 20-30 BDT
????️ Levels: Mild, Medium, "Bhoot Jolokia" challenge
???? Unique Mirpur-1 Specialties
| Food | Best Vendor | Price | Why Special? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mughlai Paratha | Kallan Miya (Lane 3) | 70-100 BDT | Stuffed with keema & egg |
| Borhani | Al-Razzak’s side stall | 50 BDT | Minty yogurt drink |
| Kacchi Biryani | Hazi Biriyani (Market) | 150 BDT | Served with borhani |
| Chicken BBQ | BBQ Tonight (Evenings) | 120 BDT | Coal-grilled with masala |
???? Best Time for Street Food Crawl
Morning (8-10 AM): Tehari & paratha
Afternoon (3-5 PM): Fuchka & jhalmuri
Evening (7-10 PM): Kebabs & BBQ
⚠️ Safety Tips
✔ Look for crowded stalls (indicates freshness)
✔ Avoid pre-cut fruits in monsoon
✔ Carry hand sanitizer (most places lack water)
???? Hidden Gem
"Ghoroa Mistanno Bhandar"
???? Location: Behind BSMMU Pathology Dept
???? Must-Try: "Chhanar Jilapi" (50 BDT) – crispy cottage cheese sweets
????♂️ DIY Food Walk Route
Start at BPSC Gate (Tehari breakfast)
Walk to Shahidullah Hall Field (Jhalmuri snack)
Head to New Market (Fuchka & chotpoti)
End at BSMMU Road (Kebab dinner)