🥗 Top 7 Budget-Friendly Veg Meals in Pune That Taste Like Home

 

In a bustling city like Pune — where people come from across India to study, work, and build careers — finding daily food that’s both affordable and satisfying can be a challenge. While takeaways and restaurant food are everywhere, they rarely offer the comfort, balance, and taste of a home-style vegetarian meal.

Whether you're a student, a working professional, or someone living away from family, here’s a list of 7 budget-friendly veg meals in Pune that won’t break the bank — and will still remind you of the food from home.

🍛 1. Simple Roti-Sabzi Combo (₹70–₹99)

This classic meal includes:  

  • 2–4 soft chapatis

  • A fresh seasonal sabzi

  • Optional: pickle or salad

Perfect for a quick, healthy lunch or dinner, this no-frills combo is easy on the stomach and on your wallet. You’ll find it at local tiffin services and small eateries across Mahalunge, Baner, Hinjewadi, and other areas.


🍲 2. Dal-Chawal (Rice & Lentils) Comfort Meal (₹60–₹90)


The ultimate comfort food — a warm bowl of dal with steamed rice is simple yet deeply satisfying. It's rich in protein and perfect for those days when you want a light, home-cooked feel.

Look for tiffin services offering regular meal plans that include dal-chawal with a sabzi or curd.




🥗 3. Mini Veg Thali (₹90–₹120)

A step up from the basic meal, a mini thali might include:

  • Chapati/Rice 

  • 1–2 sabzis

  • Dal or sambar

  • Papad/pickle

It’s a great balance of variety, quantity, and value. Ideal for lunch breaks or early dinners, especially in college and IT zones like Balewadi or Wakad.


🧁 4. Odia Veg Tiffin – The Eastern Touch (₹90–₹110)


Missing food from the East? Tiffins that serve authentic Odia dishes like Dalma, Besara, Aloo Bharta, and Chhena Tarkari offer a homely flavour that’s hard to find elsewhere.

Often paired with rice or chapatis, these meals are not only tasty but also nutritionally balanced.



🍜 5. Khichdi & Aloo Bharta (₹70–₹100)

Light, easy to digest, and full of flavour — this combo is a hit with both North and East Indian eaters. It's the go-to choice when you're under the weather or simply craving comfort food.

Add a side of papad or salad to make it a fuller meal.




🍛 6. Sambar-Rice or Idli-Sambar Meals (₹60–₹90)


South Indian meals are another budget-friendly and nourishing option. A plate of hot idlis with flavourful sambar or sambar-rice with chutney is not only tasty but quick to eat when you're on the move.

You’ll often find these at small local joints or as a breakfast/lunch tiffin.



🥒 7. Daily Veg Tiffin Subscription (₹85–₹99 per meal)

If you’re eating out every day, it’s worth considering a monthly tiffin plan. Most services offer:

  • 4–5 meals a week 

  • Flexible menu

  • Home delivery

  • WhatsApp ordering

Tiffin's are ideal for students, hostellers, and flat mates looking to share costs and eat better.


💬 Final Word

Eating well in Pune doesn’t have to be expensive. Whether you’re missing mum’s food or just want to ditch the fast food habit, these veg meals bring you both comfort and value.

With options across different budgets and tastes — including regional flavours from Odisha, South India, and beyond — you’re never too far from a plate that feels like home.

📍 Looking for Tiffin or Veg Meals in Mahalunge or Baner?

If you're nearby and want fresh, hygienic, and affordable vegetarian meals, feel free to reach out to Khushdil Pure Veg:

  • 📞 Call/WhatsApp: +91 78941 65673

  • 📍 Location: VTP Circle, Kamthe Pravesh Dwar, Mahalunge, Pune

  • 📲 Instagram: @khushdil.pune

We serve home-style food for your everyday hunger.

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