Pre-Order Food on Trains with YatriRestro
Published on July 25, 2025

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In India, travelling by train is not just travelling, it is an experience in itself. The sights of the countryside, the chai-wallahs courting their customers at every stop, lively chatter with newly met friends, experiencing the very nature of travel in India. However, there is a mutual concern that can diminish the experience regardless of the chains or classes of travel: food.
Whether it's the uncertainty of pantry quality, lack of variety, or poor hygiene standards of platform vendors, getting a good meal on the train has always been tricky. That’s where train meal pre booking comes in a reliable, safe, and convenient solution for modern travelers.
With YatriRestro, you can now pre-book meals for your train journey and enjoy delicious, hygienic food delivered directly to your seat without hassle, stress, or compromise.
What is Train Meal Pre-Booking?
Pre-booking meals in train means ordering your food in advance and scheduling it for delivery at a chosen station during your journey. With this system, your meal is delivered right to your berth at your selected station freshly prepared and hygienically packed.
The service is powered by the IRCTC food pre booking system, and enhanced by platforms like YatriRestro, which partner with top-rated, FSSAI-certified restaurants across India. Whether it’s a short day trip or a 30-hour cross-country ride, this service ensures you eat well along the way.
Benefits of Pre-Booking Train Food
For a long time, Indian train passengers had limited food options: pantry car meals, packaged snacks, or food from platform vendors. None of these options consistently met the mark on taste, freshness, or hygiene. Pre-ordering meals while traveling by train is a shift from compromise to comfort. Here are the major benefits of booking your train meals in advance:
A Guaranteed Meal, On Time
When you pre-book your train food, your order is scheduled and confirmed well in advance. There's no uncertainty or fear of food running out; your meal is reserved and delivered as promised.
More Variety, Better Taste
With platforms like YatriRestro, you can choose from a wide range of cuisines and regional specialties. North Indian thalis, South Indian meals, biryanis, pizzas, Jain food in train, and more are available far beyond the limited menu of pantry ones.
Safe and hygienic Food
When it comes to food hygiene and safety should be non-negotiable. All our partner restaurants are FSSAI approved and compliant with their standards of cleanliness and hygiene. The meals prepared in the partner restaurants are prepared fresh, packed and sealed in containers and served at your seat, or reserved seat.
Customized Meal Choices
Are you on any dietary restrictions or preferences? Train food that is pre-booked allows for preordering. Just remember to specify low-sugar, low-sodium, Jain, or kid-friendly, for those traveling with family.
No More Platform Vendors
Relying on random vendors at stations is a gamble both in terms of hygiene and pricing. With pre-ordering, you avoid this risk altogether. Your meal comes from a verified restaurant partner and is delivered without leaving your seat.
Convenience for Families and seniors
Traveling with children or elderly passengers? Meal planning can be stressful! Pre-booking your meals will allow your meals to gain you time, meet your requirements and be delivered without complications so that you will be able to enjoy your journey.
Food Delivered at the Station of Your Choice
You can choose the station you wish to have the meal delivered to. YatriRestro can deliver meals at over 450 stations across India - including major cities and junction stations. This flexibility is especially useful for long-distance routes.
How to Pre-Book Meals in Train with YatriRestro
Ordering food for your train journey through YatriRestro is quick and straightforward:
Step 1: Visit www.yatrirestro.com
Click on “Order Food in Train.”
Step 2: Enter Your PNR Number
This helps us track your train, seat, and schedule.
Step 3: Select a Station and Restaurant
Select your station, select a partner restaurant, and review the menu.
Step 4: Order your food
Add meals to your cart and add any special requests. Then, check out. There are multiple payment options UPI, credit/debit cards, and cash on delivery at some stations.
Step 5: Enjoy Your Train Trip
At your chosen stopping point, you will receive your food hot and fresh
If you don't want to book online, you could request it through WhatsApp or phone.
How do you ensure meal delivery timing in trains?
To ensure smooth and timely delivery, here are a few tips:
- Choose a Major Station:
- Larger junctions and key city stations are the most reliable for delivery. Stations like Delhi, Nagpur, Surat, and Patna are well connected and have efficient logistics.
- Place Your Order in Advance:
- Although we support real-time ordering, we recommend booking your meal at least 1-2 hours before the delivery station’s ETA.
- Keep Your Phone On:
- Delivery personnel may call to coordinate before handing over your meal. Ensure your contact number is active and accessible.
- Track Your Order:
- YatriRestro allows you to track your order status through the website or app. You’ll receive updates via SMS or WhatsApp for added convenience.
Why Choose YatriRestro?
YatriRestro is built with one mission in mind: to make train travel in India more comfortable, reliable, and enjoyable starting with food.We know that meals are crucial during lengthy journeys. We promise to provide both flavors and sweet in train with Yatrirestro.
We have a network of 450 railway stations, and seven FSSAI-licensed restaurant partners rated 4 stars and above. We provide a seamless experience for train meal pre booking, backed by strong customer support and an easy-to-use ordering system.
We don’t just cater to everyone like generic solutions, we focus solely on the needs of train travelers whether that be dietary needs specific to certain cultures, tracking your order in real time, or thoughtfulness in meal delivery times. Our team tracks live train schedules to ensure meals are delivered on time regardless of any unforeseen delays.
We track the efficiency we can provide train travelers in these areas eliminating uncertainty as much as possible. Don't hesitate whether traveling alone, with family, or on business; YatriRestro is focused solely on easing your food process so as to permit you full enjoyment of your travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I order food for someone else traveling by train?
Yes. As long as you have their PNR number, you can place an order on their behalf through our website or customer service line.
2. What if my train is delayed?
No problem. Our delivery team tracks live train movement and adjusts delivery timing accordingly to ensure the food still reaches you warm and fresh.
3. Can I cancel or change my order?
Yes. You can cancel or modify your order up to 60–90 minutes before the selected delivery station. Refunds are processed promptly.
4. Is online payment safe?
Absolutely. YatriRestro uses secure payment gateways. We also offer Cash on Delivery at select stations for added flexibility.
5. Is there a minimum order value?
Some partner restaurants may have a minimum order value, which will be displayed clearly at the time of booking.
Final Thoughts
No more settling for pantry food or choosing a sub-par snack on your train journey. With YatriRestro, you can pre-order food on Indian Railways with ease, reliability and satisfaction.
So next time you book your train ticket, don't forget to plan your food as well. You can rest assured while we take care of your food, and you simply enjoy the scenery, peace and the magic of train travel in India.
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