Rising inflation has pushed street food prices up across the country, with a standard single samosa now costing between 10 and 15 rupees at most sweet shops. However, a popular eatery in the holy city of Gaya, Bihar, continues to challenge this trend by serving three hot mini samosas for just 10 rupees. This exceptional pricing has made the outlet a major attraction for both local residents and visiting devotees.
Unbeatable Value at Shree Kesariya Peda Shop
Located directly opposite the famous Mangla Gauri Temple, Markandeya Mahadev Temple, and the Vaitarni Pond in Gaya city, Shree Kesariya Peda Shop has gained widespread fame. Business owner Manoj Kumar Gupta has been offering Gaya's most affordable samosas for the past 3 years. Three years ago, the shop operated in the Nadraganj Koiribadi neighborhood. After relocating right next to the Markandeya Temple, customer demand soared exponentially.
Daily Sales Top 2000 Pieces with 30-Minute Wait Times
Known locally as mini samosas, these popular snacks draw consistent crowds throughout the day. Manoj Kumar Gupta begins kitchen preparations at 8 AM alongside his five staff members. By 11 AM, eager buyers begin arriving, and the steady stream of customers continues until 8 PM. Due to the huge demand, visitors routinely wait in line for up to half an hour (30 minutes) to get served. Daily sales comfortably exceed 2,000 pieces of mini samosas.
Signature Mustard Chutney and Health-Conscious Recipe
A major highlight of these mini samosas is the distinct mustard chutney served alongside them. The demand for this spicy condiment is so high that the shop consumes two gallons of mustard chutney every single day. Gupta emphasizes that the recipe uses mild spices to protect customer health and avoid digestive discomfort. As a result, the snack is widely enjoyed by people of all age groups, including children, women, youth, and senior citizens. Gupta attributes the shop's sustained success to the divine blessings of Lord Mahadev and Goddess Mangla Gauri.
Local Resident Feedback on Quality and Price
Sharing his experience, Gaya resident Raju Kumar Singh noted that he makes it a point to stop at the shop whenever he passes through the area. Singh highlighted that while sweet shops everywhere charge 10 rupees for a single samosa, getting three flavorful pieces for 10 rupees is virtually unheard of elsewhere in Bihar. Many patrons eat on-site while also buying packed portions to take home for their families.
