Indian cuisine through travelers’ eyes
Food in India — what to eat, where to eat, and what to watch out for
Travelers helping travelers
The traveler community in India
Choose a suitable group by your destination or region in the official community directory.
What to check and what to do
- Use restaurant names and map links to check their location relative to your guesthouse.
- Before ordering, ask about spice levels and ingredients. If you have an allergy, explain it clearly and check whether the kitchen can accommodate it.
- Check portion sizes and prices on the menu, and check the bill for added taxes or other charges.
- For a Shabbat meal or a large group, contact the venue in advance to check hours and availability.
Dharamshala
Updated September 2026- Weather and seasons
- Money, SIM cards and connectivity
- Travelers’ top recommendations
- Treks and outdoor activities
- Yoga, retreats and spirituality
- Prices and costs
Pushkar, Rajasthan
Updated September 2026- Travelers’ top recommendations
- Weather and seasons
Manali
Updated September 2026- Treks and outdoor activities
- Things to do
- Money, SIM cards and connectivity
- Accommodation — guesthouses, hostels and homestays
Leh
Updated September 2026- Travelers’ top recommendations
- Money, SIM cards and connectivity
- Things to do
Rishikesh
Updated September 2026- Things to do
- Treks and outdoor activities
- Money, SIM cards and connectivity
- Prices and costs
Delhi
Updated August 2026- Travelers’ top recommendations
Palolem, Goa
Updated April 2026- Travelers’ top recommendations
- Yoga, retreats and spirituality
Hampi
Updated March 2026- Things to do
- Prices and costs
- Travelers’ top recommendations
- Weather and seasons
- Yoga, retreats and spirituality
Pulga
Updated September 2026- Weather and seasons
- Things to do
- Treks and outdoor activities
Varkala
Updated August 2026- Prices and costs
- Yoga, retreats and spirituality
- Travelers’ top recommendations
Preparing for your arrival in India
Updated September 2026- Getting there
- Money, SIM cards and connectivity
Goa overview
Updated August 2026- Things to do
- Money, SIM cards and connectivity
Arambol, Goa
Updated September 2026- Weather and seasons
- Travelers’ top recommendations
- Treks and outdoor activities
Udaipur, Rajasthan
Updated August 2026- Travelers’ top recommendations
- Money, SIM cards and connectivity
Munnar
Updated March 2026In Munnar, based on community travelers’ experiences from the past year.
- Travelers’ top recommendations
Kasar Devi
Updated April 2026In Kasar Devi, based on community travelers’ experiences from the past year.
- Treks and outdoor activities
Kashmir
Updated July 2026In Kashmir, based on experiences shared by travelers in the community over the past few months.
- Money, SIM cards and connectivity
- Things to do
Kochi
Updated February 2026In Kochi, based on community travelers’ experiences from the past year.
Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
Updated March 2026In Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, based on experiences shared by travelers in the community over the past year.
South India – General
Updated March 2026General information on South India, based on community travelers’ experiences from the past year.
Varanasi
Updated March 2026In Varanasi, based on community travelers’ experiences from the past year.
- Money, SIM cards and connectivity
Villages in the Parvati Valley
Updated August 2026In the villages of the Parvati Valley, based on experiences shared by travelers in the community over the past few months.
- Money, SIM cards and connectivity
- Things to do
- Yoga, retreats and spirituality
Mumbai
Updated February 2026In Mumbai, based on community travelers’ experiences from the past year.
- Getting there
Kerala – General
Updated January 2026General information on Kerala, based on community travelers’ experiences from the past year.
- Things to do
Bengaluru
Updated August 2026In Bangalore, based on experiences shared by travelers in the community over the past few months.
Spiti and Kinnaur
Updated October 2025In Spiti and Kinnaur, based on community travelers’ experiences from the past two years — details can change, so check again.
- Treks and outdoor activities
- Money, SIM cards and connectivity
Anjuna, Goa
Updated February 2026In Anjuna, Goa, based on experiences shared by travelers in the community over the past year.
- Things to do
Bir (Dharamshala)
Updated July 2026In Bir (Dharamshala), based on experiences shared by travelers in the community over the past few months.
- Treks and outdoor activities
Vattakanal
Updated January 2026In Vattakanal, based on community travelers’ experiences from the past year.
Om Beach
Updated February 2026At Om Beach, based on community travelers’ experiences from the past year.
Andaman Islands
Updated February 2026In the Andaman Islands, based on experiences shared by travelers in the community over the past year.
Parties in India
Updated February 2026At parties in India, based on experiences shared by travelers in the community over the past year.
Agra
Updated October 2025In Agra, based on community travelers’ experiences from the past year.
Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Updated January 2026In Jodhpur, Rajasthan, based on community travelers’ experiences from the past year.
Mysore
Updated June 2026In Mysore, based on experiences shared by travelers in the community over the past few months.
Motorcycles and Vans in India
Updated July 2026Motorcycles and vans in India, based on experiences shared by community travelers over the past few months.
Alleppey
Updated February 2025In Alleppey, based on older community travelers’ experiences — check what has changed.
Rajasthan – General
Updated January 2026Across Rajasthan, based on experiences shared by travelers in the community over the past year.
India off the Israeli backpacker trail
Updated October 2025Off the Israeli backpacker trail in India, based on experiences shared by travelers in the community over the past two years — details can change, so double-check.
- Money, SIM cards and connectivity
Finding travel partners in India
Updated August 2026For finding travel partners in India, based on community travelers’ experiences from recent months.
Emergencies in India
Updated December 2023For emergencies in India, based on older experiences shared by travelers in the community — check what has changed.
Central India – General
Updated March 2025In Central India in general, based on older experiences shared by travelers in the community — check what has changed.
India - Seven Sisters / Northeast India
Updated September 2025In India's Seven Sisters / Northeast India, based on experiences shared by travelers in the community over the past two years — details can change, so double-check.
Bundi, Rajasthan
Updated January 2026In Bundi, Rajasthan, based on community travelers’ experiences from the past year.
Yoga retreat in India
Updated December 2025At yoga retreats in India, based on experiences shared by travelers in the community over the past year.
Auroville
Updated February 2024In Auroville, based on older experiences shared by travelers in the community — check what has changed.
Karnataka: General
Updated February 2024General Karnataka tips from travelers in the community, based on older experiences — check what has changed.
What you can do now
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Recommendations and tips are based on traveler groups. Contact details shown are from database locations. Prices and times vary on the ground, so they are shown as ranges only when there are enough comparable observations.
