Dahi Vada - Govinda's

Govinda's is a chain of vegetarian restaurants in Kolkata, India. The restaurants are known for their wide range of North Indian and South Indian dishes, as well as their traditional Bengali cuisine. They also offer a variety of street food items and a selection of sweets. The atmosphere is casual and the prices are considered affordable.

Dahi vada is a popular Indian street food and snack made from deep-fried lentil dumplings (vadas) that are soaked in yogurt (dahi) and topped with various chutneys, spices and herbs. The vadas are typically made from a mixture of urad dal (black lentils) and spices, and are shaped into small balls before being deep-fried until crispy. They are then soaked in yogurt that is seasoned with salt, cumin, and red chili powder. They are also topped with sweet chutney and tamarind chutney along with finely chopped tomatoes and coriander leaves. It is a popular street food and is enjoyed as a snack or appetizer.