Ramnath is the oldest Kolhapuri style misal shop in Pune, running for over 70 years on Tilak Road. Thick oily rassa, shev instead of mixed farsan, and only 4 or 5 tables. One outlet only.
Ramnath Misal, brand snapshot
The Ramnath Misal outlet
Pantancha Gate Tilak Road, the only outlet
★ 3.7 (1,939)- Shev Misal, ask for shev and skip the poha. Poha goes soggy and traps the heat
- Gol bhaji, one of the two items regulars come back for
- Batata vada
- Dahi vada
- Taak, tea and coffee all available
- Pantancha Gate and Cos-Mos Bank, right there
- Hirabaug Chowk, about 500 metres
- SP College, walking distance
- Sarasbaug, about 1 km
- Swargate, about 1.5 km
- From Swargate: about 5 minutes
- From Deccan: about 10 minutes
- From Pune Station: about 15 minutes
- On the main Tilak Road, so it is easy to find. Two wheeler parking is limited and cars have nowhere to go
Long time customers of 20 years still swear by the garam masala and the punch of the rassa. The negatives are specific and repeated: too much oil, occasional off batches with a stale smell, very small seating, and pricing that feels high for the portion. Some visitors also find it less spicy than the reputation suggests unless they ask for tikhat.
What makes this misal different
| Shev only | No poha, no chivda, no papdi. Just shev, which keeps the texture from going soft |
| Matar, not matki | The sprouts are often peas rather than moth beans, unlike most Pune misals |
| Thicker rassa | Noticeably thicker than other Pune misals, with a heavy oily kat on top |
| Pav or bread | They give you the choice, which few shops do |
| Unlimited option | Around Rs 130 for an unlimited plate, against Rs 110 for regular |
| Open till evening | 8:30 PM closing, unusual for an old Pune misal shop |
Menu and prices
| Item | What it is | Approx price |
|---|---|---|
| Misal Pav | Regular plate with pav or bread | Around Rs 110 |
| Unlimited Misal | Refills included | Around Rs 130 |
| Gol Bhaji | Their well known side | Extra |
| Batata Vada | Popular here | Extra |
| Dahi Vada | Good if the misal is too hot | Extra |
| Taak, tea, coffee | Drinks | Extra |
Prices are from recent diner reports. Several reviewers feel Rs 110 is on the higher side for the portion size here.
Good and not so good
What works
- Over 70 years of history on Tilak Road
- Real Kolhapuri style, rare in Pune
- Open till 8:30 PM, no weekly off
- Gol bhaji and batata vada
- Central location, easy to find
Keep in mind
- Quality is inconsistent, off days happen
- Too much oil is the top complaint
- Only 4 to 5 tables
- Price feels high for the portion
- No car parking at all
Should you go
Go if you are already around Tilak Road, Swargate or Sadashiv Peth and want old style Kolhapuri heat in the evening. Ask for shev misal and tikhat if you want it properly hot.
Skip it if you are travelling from far. For reliable Kolhapuri style spice go to Katakirr Misal. If you need an evening misal, Jogeshwari Misal at Hirabaug is 500 metres away and open till 10 PM.
FAQs
How many Ramnath Misal branches are there?
Only one, on Tilak Road at Pantancha Gate. There are no other outlets.
How old is Ramnath Misal?
Over 70 years. It is one of the oldest misal shops in Pune and the oldest doing Kolhapuri style.
Is Ramnath Misal very spicy?
Medium here is already spicy. But some visitors expecting a fiery kick found it milder than the reputation. Ask for tikhat if you want it properly hot.
What is the price at Ramnath Misal?
Around Rs 110 for a regular plate and Rs 130 for the unlimited option. Sides are extra.
Why does Ramnath have only 3.7 rating?
Consistency. The good days get strong reviews, but a real share of visitors report excess oil and an off tasting rassa. Seating and price also draw complaints.
Does Ramnath Misal have a weekly off?
No. Open all 7 days from 8 AM to 8:30 PM, which makes it one of the few old Pune misal shops open in the evening.
Full list of options: best misal pav in Pune.
Checked in September 2026. Prices and timings change, so call before you go.