Urbanly, with its series of “पुण्याचे Local Heroes,” brings attention to hero businesses like Shankar Rao Vadevale. A hidden gem that might not shine like big brands but has a special place in every Punekar’s heart.

In episode 1, our host Namrata, along with special guest Aniruddha Patil, founder of Pune Eat Outs, India’s largest foodie community in Pune, share personal insight, calling it ek number, iconic must-visit breakfast and snack stall. Our special guest also shares profound memories by describing the poha as his childhood in a spoon and has been a regular since 1998.

In the buzzing corner of Pune’s Tulshibaug, Shankar Rao Vadevale has been a favourite breakfast spot for over five decades. Established in 1968, this breakfast spot has been a morning ritual to many locals, known for its simple but delicious pohe, batata wada and pav pattice.

Shankar Rao Vadevale has been a symbol of the traditional taste of Pune and a nostalgic breakfast spot for many, serving the same menu for 54 years with its famous iconic thecha that makes it a unique and one-and-only stall to serve pohe, wada and thecha together, adding a special touch to a simple breakfast.

On interviewing locals and regular customers, “Shankar Rao Vadevale offers the best pohe, and they have been eating here since childhood when one vada cost was sixty paisa,” say customers. Others complimented the cleanliness and their well-maintained hygiene, and the use of coal fire to cook poha, which thereby enhances the taste.

This local food stall in Kakakuwa mansion in Tulshibaug has been recommended by parents, grandparents, and even great-grandparents, proving to carry this legacy through generations. Shankar Rao Vadevale has stood the test of time and is now being run by Shankar Rao’s grandson.

The legacy of Shankar Rao Vadevale is deeply reflecting Pune’s food culture. The taste and high quality, less oily and well-cooked pohe wade and signature thecha has made it a go-to spot for early risers and those seeking an authentic local experience.

Through this series, Urbanly aims to celebrate the unsung heroes of Pune, starting with Shankar Rao Vadevale, that reflects Pune’s rich culinary heritage. This humble hidden gem truly defines tradition and the soul of the city. Shankar Rao Vadevale stands as a proud symbol of local and authentic flavors and unwavering love.

Address: Kakakuwa Mansion, Tulshibaug, Opp. Agatya Restaurant, Shukrawar Peth, Pune.