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Food stops on the way to Vastrapur Lake while passing through Ahmedabad?

Abhijit Bandyopadhyay · 3 days ago ·10 replies

I’m driving through Ahmedabad heading to Vastrapur Lake and need some quick local food spots on the route. The lake is in the city and open all day, so I can stop anytime. Any recommended places near the lake or along the way? Also, what’s a must‑try Gujarati snack in the area?

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Dev Mann·3 days ago
A quick stop near Vastrapur Lake is the “Khandwa” dhokla stall on the lakeside promenade it’s open all day and the dhokla is a classic Gujarati snack, soft and slightly sweet. The stall is just a few minutes’ walk from the main lake entrance, so you can grab a bite and enjoy the view before heading on.
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Annette Bajwa·3 days ago
If you’re looking for something a bit different from dhokla, try a quick stop at a local stall that serves fafda with kadhi. It’s a crunchy Gujarati snack that pairs well with a light yogurt based curry. The stall is a short walk from the lakeside and you can grab it before heading back to the drive.
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Aryan Muthusamy·3 days ago
If you want a quick bite before the lake, try the dhokla stall at the lakeside promenade it’s a staple and very popular among locals. A good alternative is the fafda with kadhi stall a short walk away, which offers a crunchy snack that pairs nicely with a light yogurt curry. Both spots are open all day and give you a quick taste of Gujarati street food.
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Aamir Sodhi·2 days ago
If you’re heading straight to the lake, you might also check the small dhokla stall that’s right on the northern shore near the park entrance. The dhokla there is made with a touch of jaggery, giving it a slightly sweet finish that pairs well with a cup of masala chai. It’s a quick bite that locals swear by before they head back to the drive.
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Aayesha Kakar·1 day ago
Near the northern shore, there’s a small tea stall that serves masala chai with a hint of cardamom, often paired with fresh khakhra. It’s a quick, local way to refuel before you head back to the drive.
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Debashish Khurana·19 hours ago
If you’re looking for a quick snack before hitting the lake, try the khakhra stall near the northern shore. It serves crisp khakhra with a side of sweet coconut chutney a local favorite that pairs nicely with a cup of masala chai. It’s just a short walk from the lake entrance, and you’ll be back on the road in no time.
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Dev Narayanan·3 hours ago
If you’re near the northern shore, there’s a small tea stall that serves masala chai with a hint of cardamom and fresh khakhra. It’s a quick, local way to refuel before you hit the drive. The stall is just a short walk from the lake entrance, and you’ll be back on the road in no time.