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Rakesh Rajdev: Biking Through Rajkot with Must-Try Street Food Stops Exploring Rajkot isn’t just about monuments and museums — sometimes, the best way to feel a city is on two wheels, one bite at a time. Join me, Rakesh Rajdev, as I take you on a cycling + street food trail through the heart of Rajkot. ? Morning Start at Race Course Ring Road Your perfect ride begins at Race Course Ring Road — a scenic and safe cycling stretch with tree-lined roads and early morning calm. ? Ideal Time: 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM ? Tip: Start early to beat the heat and traffic. ☕ Chai Stop: Bhaktinagar Circle First rule of riding in Rajkot? Fuel up with cutting chai! The roadside stalls at Bhaktinagar Circle serve the most flavorful masala chai in clay cups — a truly local experience. ? Just ₹10–₹15 ? Farsan Break: Jay Gurudev Fafda House No Rajkot morning is complete without Fafda-Jalebi! This legendary snack joint near Limda Chowk serves everything hot and fresh. Must-trys: • Fafda with sambharo • Ganthiya with chutney • Jalebi straight from the fryer ? ₹40–₹60 per plate ? Mid-Ride Hunger: GJ-5 Sandwich & Pizza At Limda Chowk, take a breather at GJ-5 — Rajkot’s go-to spot for cheesy, overloaded sandwiches that are Insta-worthy and stomach-filling. Try: • Paneer grilled sandwich • Pizza-style veggie sandwich ? ₹80–₹120 ? Classic Snack: Bhutta at Jubilee Garden A street-side grilled corn with lemon and chilli mix is a monsoon-time favorite. Simple, nostalgic, and flavorful — best enjoyed under a tree! ? ₹20–₹30
? Sweet Ending: Sonu Dairy Wrap up your biking journey with a treat at Sonu Dairy near Kotecha Chowk. Their traditional kulfis and ice creams are perfect to cool off after a ride. Top picks: • Mango kulfi • Kesar pista stick • Softy cone ? ₹30–₹70 ? Total Route: ~10–12 km ? Total Budget: ~₹250–₹300 ? Level: Beginner-friendly city ride Final Thoughts from Rakesh Rajdev Cycling around Rajkot gives you more than exercise — it’s a way to experience local life, meet vendors, and eat like a true Saurashtrian. This route is budget-friendly, tasty, and unforgettable, just like the city itself. Until next ride, – Rakesh Rajdev Food and culture enthusiast from Rajkot