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Kirti Vadapav – Best Vadapav in Mumbai
Which mumbaiikar doesn’t like to relish on an hot spicy vadapav? Vadapav has been the staple snack of mumbaiikars for ages now. There are many places in and around Mumbai, which serve this favourite snack. In this post I will tell you about the best Vadapav outlet in Mumbai.
Introduction:
It’s highly likely that you might not have heard the name. The outlet goes by the name of it’s founder ‘Ashok’. The name recently changed to ‘Kirti Vadapav Centre’ though it has no tie-up’s with the adjoining Kirti College. It is located in a bylane off Cadell road which leads to Kirti College. The stall rests on a footpath & can be spotted with ease due to the fact it being overcrowded most of the times.
How to reach?
To reach Kirti Vadapav, one has to step down at Dadar station (western side) & then proceed towards Portuguese Church from Kabootar Khana. From Portuguese Church, hit straight in the opposite lane which opens up at Cadell road. From there simply cross the road & you will reach Kirti Vadapav Centre.
Cost & Variety:
At Kirti Vadapav Centre most people come to bite on their very famous Vadapav. Besides Vadapav, you have Samosapav & Churapav on offer. The Churapav can be had as an starter or for a quick bite. The Vadapav costs Rs.9 & the Churapav is for Rs.6. I recommend you to first bite on the Vadapav, the churapav is only if you have only a small space in your tummy. You can ignore the Samosapav since you won’t be getting it as they are prepared far less in no due to low demand.
Ingredients:
The Vadapav is served hot with a combination of three chutneys. The chutneys provide a zing to the Vadapav & they are the best I have ever tasted anywhere in my Life. There is also chura (Besan crispies) stuffed in the vadapav which is a treat to the tastebuds. You also have the salted chillies to bite on along with the Vadapav.
Pros of Kirti Vadapav:
1) Best Vadapav – Has bagged many prices including the best Vadapav in Mumbai by a survey conducted by Times of India.
2) The chutneys are of fine quality & you will love them.
3) Is big enough to satisfy your hunger. Two of them together & it can very well substitute your meal.
Cons of Kirti Vadapav:
1) Very costly at Rs.9 (I have being eating this vadapav since it was Rs.6).
2) No seating arrangements. You will have to go to the adjoining beach or stand and have the Kirti Vadapav. Beware of crows 
3) Most of the times, the stall is crowded with vadapav fanatics, students from the adjoining college & also staff from the nearby offices. You can very well left standing for 20 minutes or so before you get your order. Though your patience are paid off with a satisfying hot spicy vadapav.
4) Kirti Vadapav Centre is closed on Sundays (You cannot grab it while returning from beach on Sunday).
In a Nutshell:
Being a Vadapav fanatic, I have tried vadapav from almost most of the stalls/shops in Mumbai but it can’t get better than this. Kirti Vadapav is the best I ever had in my Life till date & I make it a point to grab it whenever I feel the need for one. If you are a Vadapav fanatic like me then you should definitely munch on Kirti Vadapav & if you are not still you should get one. I guarantee you that you will not eat just one.
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April 26, 2009 - 7:07 am
G5, You haven’t tried Tilak nagar, Chembur Vada pav yet.
Its on a par with Kirti Vada pav.
Or you can say better than Kirti vada pav.
Some important stuff to share,
1. Its cheaper than Kirti vada pav.
:-p
2. The vada pav stall is 2-3 mins away from Tilaknagar Stn.
3. We can enjoy eating That Vada pav while sitting on “katta” on nearby ground.
:-p
4. My Best friend says, “Its the best Vada pav in Mumbai.”
April 26, 2009 - 8:31 am
We will go to Tilaknagar once to try it out.
Here are my thoughts on your four points,
1) Diehard vadapav fans like me will anyday prefer quality over price.
2) Here I can say, Kirti Vadapav is very close from Shivaji Park, Siddhivinayak Temple, Tata Office & offcourse Kirti College. It’s location is just 5 mins if you take a bus from the station. You won’t ask anything better than this.
3) One can have Kirti Vadapav sitting on the katta near the beach. You can even sit on sand with your best friend & have the vadapav while experiencing the superb sunset or gazing at the BWSL and the adjoining city. Then offcourse you can go at Shivaji Park & have it. Nothing beats having the delicious kirti vadapav on the ground which gave Sachin Tendulkar to the world
4) If it(Tilaknagar vadapav) is so good then why didn’t it bagged the first price for Best Vadapav in Mumbai?
And what about you? I know you don’t like vadapav, leave alone Kirti Vadapav. Still tell me your unbiased opinion of Tilaknagar vadapav.
April 26, 2009 - 10:30 am
Well, I had tasted “Kirti Vada Pav” and “Tilak Nagar Vada Pav” both.
To be honest, I found Tilak Nagar Vada Pav more tastier that Kirti Vada Pav.
I have no Idea as in why didnt it go the best Vada Pav Token.
But, I would like you to Taste it for yourself before commenting.
Because after my recent experience on Kirti Vada Pav, I can assure you that Tilak Nagar Vada Pav Is better.
April 26, 2009 - 10:37 am
I will definitely try it out. By the way, I do remember you said once that Kirti Vadapav is much better than Tilaknagar.
Anyways if you like it then be it since Kirti Vadapav is already at the apex in the eyes of Vadapav fanatics. Many people will agree with me.
April 26, 2009 - 11:11 am
Well, my Dear Friend. Please read my Above comment CAREFULLY,
I said, “After my Recent experience on Kirti Vada Pav…..”
Seriously, the Taste of vada pav was not Satisfactory for me at all..
:p
April 26, 2009 - 6:58 pm
Might be a goofup that day, such things may happen sometime. I have not experienced any such with Kirti Vadapav.
April 26, 2009 - 7:04 pm
Hmm…. Might be..!!
But that did change my mind entirely and now I think my taste shall not change