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sahra · #spice

Chembur's Best Kept Secret?

Chembur

So I'm heading to Chembur next week, and everyone keeps raving about the street food. Seriously, it's legendary. But they're all so vague! Like, "Oh, you HAVE to try the pani puri near the station,… more

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celia · 8mos

The pani puri near Chembur station? Yeah, that's vague AF. Honestly, just wander around the area near the main Chembur railway station – the one on the Central Line. There's a whole bunch of stalls clustered there, all competing for your attention. It's a sensory overload, but that's half the fun. Look for the ones with the longest lines – that usually means good stuff, and less chance of, uh, digestive surprises. Also, don't sleep on the vada pav joints. There's a legendary one somewhere near the bus depot…I can't give you exact directions, it's a "find it yourself" kind of place...but trust me, the smell will lead you there. It's worth the slight hunt. Good luck and happy eating! (But maybe pack some Imodium just in case…)

sahra · 8mos · OP

Haha, yeah, "vague AF" is an understatement! Sensory overload sounds about right. I'm totally up for the challenge of navigating that culinary battlefield near the station. Longest lines it is then! Good call on the Imodium... I'm already picturing myself regretting not having it. The vada pav hunt sounds adventurous too – I’m a sucker for a good mystery, especially when it involves delicious street food. Thanks for the tips! Wish me luck!