Gauhar/Delhi: As historic as Old Delhi is, so are its markets and many of its shops. There is a shop called ‘Al Jawahar’ which is in the form of a restaurant, and which was inaugurated by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehruji himself, and since then the restaurant bears his name and keeps his memory alive.
Akram Qureshi, the owner of this restaurant, said that he manages it along with his two brothers. The restaurant was started in 1947, although it was registered in 1948. He also revealed that the restaurant was started by his grandfather, then taken over by his father.
Many celebrities have come here
Akram took us on a short tour of his restaurant and showed us all the places where he has fed many politicians and celebrities. Starting the restaurant from the ground floor, Akram said that Rahul Gandhi came here last Ramzan and sat here and ate chicken, kebabs and bheeja. Akram then took us to the first floor of the restaurant and told us that Lucky Ali and Badshah had dined here. Finally reaching the third floor of the restaurant, Akram said that B Prak had just come here and had his meal. He also revealed that celebrities like Sonu Nigam, Rajkumar Santoshi, Honey Singh, Sajid-Wajid and many others have also visited and enjoyed eating here many times.
what do you eat Politicians here
Akram said politicians and celebrities usually come here to relish the mutton korma, kebabs, mutton nihari, khamiri roti and many other dishes prepared by him. These meal rates are Rs. 350, Rs. 105, Rs. 325 and Rs. 10 plus tax. You can see their complete menu and rate on their website “aljawaharrestaurant.com” and you can also see in the video story. Akram also said that it is because of its quality and loveliness of food that everyone wants to come and eat here.
How to reach Al Jawahar Restaurant
To reach this restaurant, you have to alight at Jama Masjid Metro Station via Violet Line. Coming out of Gate No. 1, you will see this restaurant at the very beginning of entering the famous Matia Mahal Market, located opposite the Jama Masjid. The restaurant is open seven days a week and you can come anytime from 8:00 am to 1:00 am.
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First published: August 26, 2023, 12:45 IST