The food culture of Karimnagar in Telangana is greatly influenced by the region's history and its geography. The local cuisine is predominantly Telugu and has a mix of South Indian flavors. Its culinary practices have been shaped by various dynasties that ruled the region, including the Kakatiyas, the Mughals, the Nizams of Hyderabad, and more recently, the influence of Andhra cuisine post the bifurcation of the states. Staple foods include rice, millet-based breads, and an array of lentil-based dishes. Vegetarianism is common, with a large part of the population adhering to meatless diets, although the cuisine also includes an array of chicken and lamb dishes that are well-loved, excluding beef due to cultural and religious reasons.
Here are the top 10 dishes that tourists must try when visiting Karimnagar:
Below are some of the famous restaurants along with their addresses and most famous foods: