Balwant Pav Bhaji Centre — Restaurant in Hyderabad

The pav bhaji was average at best. The bhaji was excessively spicy, masking the vegetable and buttery flavors I was hoping for. The pav, cut into small pieces and lightly spiced, was a nice touch but felt dry and lacked the rich, buttery texture that defines a great pav bhaji. I ordered the regular pav bhaji, expecting it to shine given its popularity, but it didn’t stand out. The menu seemed limited, with options like paneer or dry fruit pav bhaji mentioned elsewhere but not prominently offered. At ₹120-160 per plate, the portion and quality felt overpriced compared to other local spots serving better pav bhaji.Service was a mixed bag. Surprisingly, there was no crowd at all during my visit, which made the place feel eerily quiet for a supposed street food hotspot. However, the staff seemed disengaged, and the lack of customers didn’t translate to faster or friendlier service. It took about 15 minutes to get my order, which felt unnecessary given the empty stall. Hygiene was another issue—the serving area looked untidy, and the overall cleanliness was questionable, which dampened the experience.The ambiance didn’t help. Located in a busy lane near Ramgopalpet Police Station, the setting is noisy and lacks charm. With no proper seating—just a few stools—and no crowd to create a lively vibe, it felt more like a forgotten stall than a bustling food destination. Parking is also a hassle in this area, adding to the inconvenience.Balvant Pav Bhaji Centre seems to rely on its legacy rather than delivering a memorable experience. The lack of crowd might suggest waning popularity, and the taste, service, and hygiene didn’t do much to win me over. For pav bhaji in Secunderabad, I’d suggest exploring other options that offer better flavor and value. I’d give it a 2.5/5—only worth a try if you’re passing by, but don’t expect a...

How spicy do you want to make a delicious, buttery dish like Pav Bhaji? I have been visiting this establishment for the last 30+ years. Over the past 2 years, the taste has been deplorable, I don't know why.

We are OK to wait our turn and get our order, but why the hell is it so spicy? Seriously, if you want your customer base to end with the yesteryear, go ahead. Else please turn back and...

This place serves "THE OG" Pavbhaji. It has been serving us with authentic pav bhaji from 1985. All the varieties of pav bhaji tastes yummy. My personal suggestion : Pav bhaji. Taste - 5/5 Spice levels - Medium spicy Options - Only veg Quality & Quantity - 5/5 Value for money - 5/5 Ambience - Pleasant Note - There is no seating place but looks like a...