Signature Sweets — Pure Desi Ghee Mithai
Every sweet is made fresh each morning in our kitchen at Thatheri Bazar, Varanasi — in pure desi ghee, using recipes passed down over a century.
- Malai Gilori — Our signature. Paper-thin layers of rich clotted cream (malai) folded to resemble a traditional paan leaf, stuffed with dry fruits, gulkand and cardamom, garnished with edible silver.
- Lal Peda — Caramelised khoya peda, slow-cooked to a deep mahogany. A Varanasi classic.
- Till Barfi — Toasted sesame & khoya barfi, a winter specialty around Makar Sankranti.
- Tirangi Barfi — Three-layered saffron, white khoya and pistachio barfi.
- Kesariya Gaadi — Saffron-soaked rich khoya cake, a Banaras specialty.
- Kaju Katli — Diamond-cut cashew fudge with silver vark.
- Rasmalai — Chhena discs in saffron-cardamom cream.
- Gulab Jamun — Khoya dumplings in rose-cardamom syrup.
- Rasgulla — Cotton-soft chhena spheres in light syrup.
- Motichoor Laddu — Pearl-fine boondi in saffron syrup, fried in desi ghee.
- Malpua — Khoya pancakes in cardamom syrup.
- Desi Ghee Gujiya — Crisp pastry with khoya & dry-fruit filling.
- Pista Barfi · Nariyal Barfi · Santra Barfi · Khoya Barfi · Milk Cake · Cham Cham · Gaadi Gaurav
Namkeen — Savoury Snacks
- Kaju Masoor Mix — House signature, cashews, masoor & curry leaf
- Spicy Mathri — Flaky ajwain pastry, fried in pure ghee
- Banarasi Mixture — Sev, boondi, peanuts, curry leaf
- Bikaneri Bhujia — Fine besan sev, peppered the old way
Festive Gifting & Wedding Sweet Boxes
Hand-packed in signature lacquered wooden boxes with silk ribbon. Assorted sweet boxes and premium gift packing available for weddings, Diwali, corporate gifting and all celebrations. WhatsApp +91 94549 40200 for bulk orders.
Our Story — Heritage Halwais of Thatheri Bazar
For over a century, the doors of our shop in Thatheri Bazar have opened at first light — to the smell of khoya on the kadai and chhena being kneaded by hand. A rare dual mastery of mawa-based and chhena-based sweets in one kitchen, uncommon in Banaras.
Visit Us
Address: CK 18/13, Thatheri Bazar, Chowk, Varanasi 221001, Uttar Pradesh
Hours: Open 7 days a week, 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Phone: +91 94549 40200
WhatsApp: +91 94549 40200
Steps from Dashashwamedh Ghat (~500m) and Kashi Vishwanath Temple (~800m) in the heart of old Banaras.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best sweet shop in Varanasi?
- Sri Narayan Misthan Bhandar in Thatheri Bazar is one of Varanasi's most beloved heritage sweet shops, rated 4.4+ across platforms with 1k+ reviews. Famous for Malai Gilori, Lal Peda, Till Barfi, and 50+ varieties of pure desi ghee sweets.
- What is Malai Gilori?
- Malai Gilori is a beloved Banarasi delicacy featuring paper-thin layers of rich clotted cream (malai) folded to resemble a traditional paan leaf. It is stuffed with dry fruits, gulkand and cardamom, then garnished with edible silver.
- Can I order sweets online?
- Yes. Available on Zomato and Swiggy for local Varanasi delivery. For custom orders, gift boxes, and bulk wedding orders, contact via WhatsApp at +91 94549 40200.
- Does the shop offer wedding sweet orders?
- Yes. Custom sweet boxes for weddings, festivals, corporate gifting. All sweets made in pure desi ghee. WhatsApp +91 94549 40200.