A traditional rice pudding slow-boiled with milk and sugar, flavored with cardamom and saffron.
4 top-rated spots found
Kesar Da Dhaba
Phirni (Amritsari Kheer)
Punjabi / Traditional
ยท $
ยท Town Hall
โ โ โ โ โ 4.2
15,000 reviews
Local LegendClassicHistoricMust-Try
9.8
Flavor
9.5
Value
8.5
Vibe
Established in 1916, this is the spiritual home of Punjabi desserts. Their Phirni is legendary for its 'fudge-like' thickness and is widely considered the gold standard in the city, often described by critics as 'heaven for vegetarians.'
๐ Chowk Passian, Near Town Hall, Amritsar, Punjab 143001 ยท View on Maps
Ahuja Milk Bhandar
Special Phirni
Dairy / Sweets
ยท $
ยท Lohgarh Gate
โ โ โ โ โ 4.2
4,000 reviews
Local LegendClassicStreet Food
9.6
Flavor
9.2
Value
7.5
Vibe
Operating since 1957, Ahuja is famous for using the highest quality milk in Amritsar. Their Phirni is exceptionally rich and creamy, with a consistency so thick it mimics a dense custard rather than a liquid pudding.
๐ Dhab Khatikan, Near Hindu Sabha College, Lohgarh, Amritsar, Punjab 143001 ยท View on Maps
Bharawan Da Dhaba
Creamy Kheer
Punjabi
ยท $
ยท Town Hall
โ โ โ ยฝโ 3.7
23,000 reviews
ClassicLocal LegendTourist Favorite
9
Flavor
8.8
Value
8
Vibe
While Kesar is known for density, Bharawan's version is celebrated for being 'creamy yet light as a dream.' It offers a more balanced sweetness that appeals to those who find traditional Phirni too heavy.
๐ Near Town Hall, Hall Bazar, Amritsar, Punjab 143001 ยท View on Maps
Crystal Restaurant
Chilled Rice Kheer
North Indian / Multi-cuisine
ยท $$
ยท Crystal Chowk
โ โ โ โ โ 4.1
5,000 reviews
ClassicHidden GemInstagrammable
8.8
Flavor
8
Value
8.5
Vibe
Often overlooked in favor of street-side dhabas, Crystal serves a refined, home-style kheer that food critics praise for being 'pleasantly chilled and not too sweet.'