The Best Mithai Shops In Delhi To Buy Barfis, Laddoos & Gulab Jamuns This Diwali!

It's true that Diwali is no longer about extensive distribution of sweets among family and friends, but you still need to buy some mithai to keep the essence of Diwali intact. This is why we're directing you to the best sweet shops in Delhi from where you can purchase some mouthwatering ladoos, burfis and more this festive season.

1. Evergreen Sweet House

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For South Delhi peeps, this is perhaps one of the most reliable places to score good quality and delicious Diwali mithai. They have the complete collection of traditional sweets including Ras Malai, Gulab Jamun, Rasgulla, Kala Jamun, Kaju Barfi, Boondi Laddoo, Besan Laddoo, and Son Papdi. They'll also do a nice Diwali packing for you, which is great when you're looking to purchase for gifting purposes. 

Where: S-29 & 30, Main Market, Green Park, New Delhi
When: 10 AM - 11 PM

2. Bengali Sweet House

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Bengali Sweet House had to be on our list, given it's among the oldest mithai shops in the Capital. Located in Central Delhi, this sweet house sells a massive variety of mithais including Gulab Jamun, Cham Cham, Rasgulla, Milk Cake, Barfi and other desi ghee delicacies. While you're there, also indulge in some popular dishes on the restaurant menu like Chole Bhature, Dal Makhni, Shahi Paneer, Masala Dosa, Gol Gappe and others.

Where: 30-33, Bengali Market, Mandi House, New Delhi
When: 8 AM - 11 PM

3. Kamala Sweets

If you're a fan of Bengali sweets, and prefer them over regular barfis and laddoos, then you should probably check out Kamala Sweets in CR Park. They're known for their delicious Sandesh, Rasgulla, Cham Cham, Baked Rasgulla, Chhena Poda, Jilipi, and other delights. Also, the Sandesh is available in multiple flavours like mango, pineapple, and litchi among others. Don't forget to get yourself a pot of Mishti Doi when shopping for your Diwali mithai here!

Where: K/1-101, Chittaranjan Park, New Delhi
When: 8:30 AM - 10 PM

4. Chaina Ram Sindhi Confectioners

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Talking about sweet shops in Delhi and not mentioning Chaina Ram Sindhi Confectioners would perhaps count for blasphemy. And, we wouldn't want to do that, would we? So instead we'll glorify this iconic shop in Old Delhi that promises to meet all your sweet expectations with its extensive menu. You can pick up a variety of desi ghee mithai from here, the popular ones of which include Motichoor Laddoo, Pinni, Khir Mohan, Coconut Barfi, Sevpak, Milk Cake, Karachi Halwa, and Imarti.

Where: 6499, Fathepuri Chowk, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi
When: 8 AM - 8:30 PM

5. Shyam Sweets

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It's a little taxing, but you have to venture into Old Delhi to get some really good mithai. So after Chaina Ram, we take you back to Chawri Bazaar, encouraging you to get Diwali sweets from the famous Shyam Sweets. This shop is known for its delicious Patisa, Kesar Pak, Saadi Barfi, Panjiri Laddoo, and Gulab Jamun. Trust us, the trip to this one is worth it.

Where: 112, Barshahbulla Chowk, Near Metro Station, Chawri Bazar, New Delhi
When: 8 AM - 10 PM