What to order at Chowpatty Beach Bhel and Chaat Carts

Must order
A round of bhel puri followed by pani puri.
The dish to know
Bhel puri, sev puri, pani puri
Editor tip
Cart numbers 1 to 10 are the established ones; cash easiest.
CuisineStreet food
Price$
Neighborhoodchowpatty
HoursDaily 16:00-23:00
The dishBhel puri, sev puri, pani puri
PaymentCash only
Last verified

Must order: A round of bhel puri followed by pani puri.

Tip: Cart numbers 1 to 10 are the established ones; cash easiest.

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Location

Address: Chowpatty Beach, Marine Drive, Girgaon Chowpatty, Mumbai 400007

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