One of Gujarat's most well-known industrial towns, Rajkot was included in the Ministry of Urban Development's list of 100 smart cities. It is well-known for its handcrafted, traditionally and ethnically inspired goods. Even though it is among the priciest for real estate, cuisine, and apparel, it is also highly appreciated for its traditional sweets and dandiya/garba raas dances. The fact that people continue to fall in love with the delicious spread of Dhoklas, which is produced by fermentation, is one of the nicest things. It is a tasty option for a snack or perhaps breakfast and is served with mint chutney or any other condiment.
Similarly, their Handvi—a concoction of bread, green chillies, ginger, garlic, curry leaves, and coriander—is an absolute must. Another well-known cuisine from this region is thepla, which is similar to paratha and is meant to be taken on the go. Other delicacies include Ghughara, Vada Pav, Samosa, Panipuri, Dabeli, Sandwich (local style), and Pau Bhaji. It is served at Sankalp Restaurant, Mayur Bhajiya, which is well-known for its wonderful bhajia, Rasikbhai Chevdawala, which is well-known for its chevdo, petish, and delectable sweets, etc. Jay Siyaram Pendawala, renowned for his mouthwatering sweets, particularly Penda, is another Rajkot local. Aside from this, Ganthiya is an excellent choice that has Fafda, Bhakri Spicy Ghughra, which is packed with spicy potatoes, and Bhavnagari.
To satisfy your appetite for sweets, Rajkot is well-known for its Chikki and Peda. Here is a list of well-known eateries in Rajkot, based on reviews and food blogs such as Mouthshut, foodie land blog, and a girl needs to eat.