As Ramadan 2025 nears its end, Alvida Jumma, the last Friday of the holy month, holds deep spiritual significance for Muslims worldwide. It is a time for prayer, reflection, and gathering with loved ones for a memorable Iftar. In cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, the vibrant food culture comes alive with an array of traditional and modern Iftar delicacies. From iconic eateries to hidden gems, here are the best places to experience a soulful and flavorful Iftar on this special occasion.
Delhi – From Greater Kailash to Daryaganj
Step into Delhi’s vivacious street food scene to embrace the Iftar experience packed with flavours and community spirit. A feast to your senses, Delhi can offer you an array of kebabs, freshly-baked delicacies or rich desserts. Whether you’re craving authentic Mutton Nihari or delectable Shahi Tukda, Delhi has it all.
Mezze Mambo – A special Ramzaan menu created by the chef, this restaurant in Greater Kailash serving Middle Eastern flavours fused with Indian culinary heritage. Relish the date hummus with caponata and saffron bread, spiced Kofta Hummus, and crispy Lahori Fried Fish. The Chelow Kebab Platter and DIY Chicken Shawarma add festivity to the Iftar 2025 season.
Jahangir’s – For those looking for a calm meal away from the crowded and bustling streets of Jama Masjid, Jahangir’s menu offers a tempting array of North Indian specialties, featuring hearty qorma, tender kebabs, fragrant nihari, and delectable fish dishes.
Apart from these, you must also visit the Old Famous Jalebi Wala, Cool Point and Kallan Sweets near Jama Masjid for a delicious Iftaar dessert.
Mumbai – Powai to Mohammad Ali Road
From bustling narrow lanes on the Mohammed Ali Road to the quieter streets of Mazgaon, the aromatic kebabs and delicious malpuas call everyone out for Iftar. Be it biryani, nihari or kebabs, you will find it all in Mumbai. Spreading a sense of community, food can bring everyone together making it a feast like no other.
Bayroute has multiple outlets in Mumbai. From Powai to BKC, this restaurant can make your iftar special with freshly baked pita, Zaffrani kebabs and other middle-eastern delicacies. End your meal with the iconic Baklava as you savour the second last iftaar of Ramadan 2025,
Suleman Usman Mithaiwala is on the must-visit list. The dessert star of Mohammad Ali Road, is known for its unique jalebis, Malpua with Rabdi, Phirni, and Aflatoon, a decadent sweet that blends ghee, dry fruits, and khoya into a melt-in-your-mouth treat. Located just across the road is the famous Zam Zam Bakery for freshly baked Ramadan goodies like traditional biscuits and sheermal, a sweet saffron-infused bread.
Bengaluru – Shivaji Nagar to Frazer Road
As majority of Bengaluru slows down by midnight, some parts carry on the bustle during Ramadan. Rich in aromas and overwhelming flavours, the iftar crowd is simply unmatched across the bustling lanes of Shivaji Nagar. From sizzling kababs to smoking tandoors, the environment is simply unmatched. Moving away from its tech-dominated identity, the culture comes alive in these busy roads.
Chandni Chowk Road, Shivaji Nagar – Giving a twist to authentic Mughlai cuisine, the hawkers and restaurants offer smoky black pepper prawns and the Kulluki Sharbat along with classic seekh kababs. These delicacies have a huge fanbase among the Bengaluru residents and visitors.
Frazer Road is the centre of the Iftar hustle-bustle in Bengaluru and was the location for the Ramzan Food Festival for the longest time on the Mosque Road. The popular dishes like Haleem, juicy kebabs, chicken rogan josh with idiyappam are huge crowd pullers paired with Mohabbat ka sharbat and Mahalabia.
As Alvida Jumma marks the culmination of Ramadan, sharing a heartfelt Iftaar with family and friends adds to its spiritual essence. Whether indulging in rich kebabs, aromatic biryanis, or sweet delights, these iconic spots in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru offer an unforgettable culinary experience. Embracing the spirit of togetherness, generosity, and gratitude, this Iftaar serves as a beautiful prelude to the joyous Eid celebrations ahead.