Bharawan vs. Brothers Dhaba: Amritsar’s Culinary Legacy on a Plate

Two Dhabas. One Legacy. A Story of Flavour in Amritsar.

In Amritsar, food isn’t just a meal — it’s part of the story. Every bite of chole, every freshly puffed kulcha from the tandoor, tells you something about the city and its people.

Back in 1912, just a short walk from the Golden Temple, Bharawan Da Dhaba was born — a humble eatery started by Bishan Singh, feeding pilgrims and locals with comforting home-style Punjabi food.

As time passed, the next generation took over and the creative differences gave rise to Brothers Dhaba, right next door. Not a rivalry — just two flavors of the same legacy.

Bharawan Da Dhaba – This is where tradition lives. Their Chole Kulche is pure soul food.?Spicy, earthy chole — slow-cooked in rich masalas — served with kulchas that are crisp outside, soft inside, and brushed with ghee that melts into every bite. Add some chilled raita, & you're set.?Just one bite and you’re smiling — the kind of food that makes you pause & go in for another spoonful without thinking.

Brothers Dhaba – This place brings the same Punjabi soul with a twist.

Their Kadhi Chawal? Feels like something straight out of your home kitchen.? Smooth, tangy kadhi over hot, fluffy rice, topped with desi ghee and served with crunchy onions.? And that Rajma Chawal —Rajma so soft it almost melts, in a thick, buttery gravy that’s clearly been slow-cooked with care.?Poured generously over steaming rice — it’s the kind of meal that makes you stop talking and just enjoy.?It tastes like home — in the best way.

Both sit near Town Hall, Amritsar.Locals joke: “Bade bhai ka Brothers, chhote bhai ka Bharawan.” Same family. Same roots. Different flavours.

So... which one’s better?You’ll end up loving both. We gave our heart to Brothers and soul to Bhrahwan.

Pro Tip:

Order the thali from Bharawan. Add extra onions. Soak your kulcha deep in that chole.?And don’t you dare skip the tall, chilled glass of lassi.

Save little space? (Okay, make some extra space) — have the Kadhi Chawal from Brothers.?Trust me — food orgasm is real.