Street food vending in India has its roots in ancient trade routes and bazaars, where merchants and travelers would gather to exchange goods and indulge in local delicacies.

North India, particularly Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, is famous for its chaat, a savory snack consisting of various ingredients such as potatoes, chickpeas, yogurt, and tamarind sauce.

The 'thela' is a mobile food cart commonly used by street vendors in India. It is a versatile platform for preparing and serving a variety of street food dishes.

Pani puri is a popular street food dish consisting of crispy semolina shells filled with a tangy tamarind water, potato, chickpeas, and various spices. It offers a unique blend of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors.

Bhelpuri is a popular street food snack made with puffed rice, mixed with vegetables, peanuts, sev, and a tangy tamarind sauce. It is a light and flavorful dish enjoyed by people of all ages.

Aloo tikki is a popular street food dish consisting of a deep-fried potato patty served with tangy green chutney, tamarind sauce, and various toppings. It is a staple of North Indian street food cuisine.

Jalebi is a sweet street food delicacy made from a batter of flour, yogurt, and baking soda. It is deep-fried and then soaked in sugar syrup, resulting in a crispy and sugary treat.

Dahi puri is a popular street food dish consisting of crispy semolina shells filled with a mixture of potatoes, chickpeas, onions, and spices. It is topped with tangy tamarind sauce, yogurt, and sev.

Idli is a popular South Indian street food made from a batter of rice and lentils. It is steamed until fluffy and served with various accompaniments such as coconut chutney and sambar.

Vada pav is a popular street food dish consisting of a deep-fried potato patty served in a bread bun with tangy green chutney, tamarind sauce, and various toppings. It is a staple of Maharashtrian street food cuisine.

Dosa is a popular South Indian street food made from a batter of rice and lentils. It is cooked on a hot griddle until crispy and served with various accompaniments such as coconut chutney and sambar.

Pani puri is a popular street food dish consisting of crispy semolina shells filled with a mixture of potatoes, chickpeas, onions, and spices. It is topped with tangy tamarind water, yogurt, and sev.

Pakora is a popular street food snack made by dipping vegetables or meat in a batter of flour, spices, and water. It is then deep-fried until crispy and served with various chutneys.

Papdi chaat is a popular street food dish consisting of crispy fried dough (papdi) topped with a mixture of potatoes, chickpeas, onions, and spices. It is drizzled with tangy tamarind sauce, yogurt, and sev.

Chole bhature is a popular North Indian street food consisting of chickpeas cooked in a spicy gravy and served with bhatura, a fried bread made from wheat flour.