Delhi, the capital of India, is one of the best places to dine in with or without your family and friends. Especially, after the pandemic when we have been bored of monotonous life and wish to go out and eat. Delhi provides ample of varieties for food. Also, ranging from quality dining to try some really unique kinds of stuff. The capital has so much to offer for both Indian customers as well as the people from outside. Hence, even foreigners feel homely such is the aura of some of the restaurants.

 

Here, a variety of food that suits different taste buds are available through its amazing restaurants...so here’s the list.

 

Top 10 restaurants in Delhi, India.

 

  1. DIGGIN, Delhi:

Diggin, the name that has become synonymous with quality dining, is located in South Delhi. Has earned fame as the favourite spot among women of all ages, right from young college students to the who's who of Delhi’s social circle. It is known for its Italian eateries, Continental as well as Salad. One of the favourite spots for capturing picture-perfect pictures.

 

Some of its must-try dishes are- Pepperoni pizza, homemade gelato, lamb lasagna etc.

 

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  • Company website: Diggin Website
  • Address: Inner Circle, Block A, CP, New Delhi, Delhi 110021, India
  • Timings: 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
  • Cost for Two: INR 1,500
  • Contact no: 011-33105376

2. FARZI CAFE, Delhi:

One of the unique and elite cafes of Delhi serving dishes made by great chefs. Here, the dishes are served in a manner that’s presentable for both eyes and palate. People aspiring to relish a live performance can go there, as live gigs commence diurnally at 9 pm.

 

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Some of the must-try items of this venue are Vada Pav, Chicken Tikka Masala, Milky Way (Dessert), Dal-Chawal, Mocktails, and Cocktails.

  • Company website: Farzi Cafe Website
  • Address: E-38/39, Rajiv Chowk, Inner Circle, Block E, Connaught Place
  • Timings: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
  • Cost for Two: INR 2,500(approx)
  • Contact no: 0124 4922273

 

3. MOTI MAHAL DELUXE, Delhi

Considered one of the favourite places for trying homely North Indian food. The restaurant stands tall since partition. Yes, you heard it right.

After the partition, the founder of Moti Mahal arrived in the city ever since then this restaurant is in the city and serving traditional Mughlai food.

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  • Company website: Moti Mahal Deluxe Website
  • Address: La-Sapphire Hotel, A-23, NH 8, Mahipalpur, New Delhi, Delhi NCR, Delhi
  • Timings: 12:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
  • Cost for Two: INR 1700(approx)
  • Contact no: 011 26781575

 

4. SPICE ROUTE, Delhi:

The menu at Spice Route has a lot to offer. It consists of Pan-Asian classics and has a food variety ranging from vegetarian to non-vegetarian food. Some of its special food items are- Vermicelli payasam served with raisins and cashew nuts, and Thai-style lobster, fried with mushrooms and ginger.

The spices used here display its journey from Kerala’s Malabar Coast to Vietnam.

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  • Website: Spice Route Website
  • Address: The Imperial Hotel, Janpath, Delhi
  • Timings: 12:30 pm to 2:45 pm, 7 pm to 11:45 pm
  • Cost for two: ₹ 6000
  • Contact no: 011 4111 6605

 

5. BUKHARA, Delhi:

Located inside the ITC Maura Hotel, Bukhara is one of the finest dining restaurants. It is also counted as one of the world’s best restaurants. Such is its fame that even it got appreciated by former U.S. Presidents- Bill Clinton and Barack Obama.

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Famed for its north Indian Kebab, the restaurant's menu, rustic interiors, and open kitchen remained unaltered for more than 40 years. A must-visit place for meat lovers provides a taste of succulent kebabs and legs of lamb slow-roasted in a clay oven. For vegetarians, Dal Bukhara is delicious to taste. 

 

  • Company website: Bukhara Website
  • Address: ITC MAURYA, Sardar Patel Marg, Akhaura Block, Diplomatic Enclave, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Delhi 110021, India
  • Timings: Lunch (12:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.)  and dinner from 7 p.m. to 11:45 p.m.
  • Cost for Two: INR 6,500(approx)
  • Contact no: +91 11 2611 2233

 

6. Olive Bar and Kitchen, Delhi:

Decorated by graceful white palettes, this restaurant is known for its graceful decor. Located close to Qutub Minar, It is famous for serving delectable dishes for almost a decade now in Delhi.

Some of the must-try dishes and drinks of the place are - Platter, Pasta, Pizza, Wine, Cocktails, Mezze, Tiramisu etc.

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  • Company Website: Olive Bar and Kitchen
  • Address: One Style Mile, 6-8, Kalka Das Marg, Mehrauli
  • Timings: 12:00 p.m. to 21:30 p.m.
  • Cost for Two: INR 4000(approx) 
  • Contact no: 098102 35472

7. UNITED COFFEE HOUSE, Delhi

Though its name contains the ‘coffee’ word. However, United Coffee House is not a coffee shop but rather the finest vintage restaurant in Delhi. 

Operating in Cannaught Palace for almost three-quarters of decades, i.e. 75 years, it initially started as a local meeting place. Later, got converted to the present-day classy restaurants. 

This place is a venue for trying an array of food items from different places, which includes regional Indian, European, American etc.  

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  • Company Website: United Coffee House Website
  • Address: 15, Rajiv Chowk, Block E, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
  • Timings: 9:30 a.m. to 24:00 a.m.
  • Cost for Two: INR 2,500(approx) 
  • Contact no: +91 11 2341 6075

8. Indian Accent, Delhi:

Listed as one of the best restaurants in the world is known for serving Indian delicacies with a modern twist. Here, Chef Manish Mehrotra, who was awarded as #1 Chef in India by Culinary Culture & Co reinvents the traditional Indian Dishes reinvents traditional Indian cuisines with global ingredients and techniques. 

The restaurant gives a panoramic view of the waterfront while eating and is worth spending a romantic date with awesome food served.

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Recommended food items are Naan, Cocktails, Butter Chicken Kulcha, Pav Bhaji, and Dal Makhani.

  • Company Website: Indian Accent Website
  • Address: The Lodhi, Lodhi Rd, CGO Complex, Pragati Vihar
  • Timings: 12 Noon - 2:30 PM & 7 - 10:30 PM
  • Cost for Two: INR 5,000(approx)
  • Contact no: +91 9871 117 968 & +91 11 6617 5151

9. ARDOR 2.1, Delhi

Are you hungry and wish to consume lots of food? Also, want a variety of  Indian food to be served? Or do you wish to take up thali for a meal? Then Ardor 2.1 in Cannaught Place is what you are looking for.  

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The place is acclaimed for its humongous 56-inch Modi Ji Bahubali Thali (which comprises 32 dishes), or the United India Thali with dishes from all 28 Indian states. These are one of the most gigantic thalis (platter) in Delhi.

The restaurant serves both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Also, unrestricted refills of food are available.

Multi-cuisine dining with picturesque outdoor seating serves selective dishes by trained chefs.  

  • Company Website: Ardor 2.1 Website
  • Address: N 55-56 & 88, 89, Connaught Cir, Block N, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
  • Timings: 12:00 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 20:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
  • Cost for Two: INR 2000(Approx)
  • Contact no:  +91 98117 66888

10. Parikrama- The Revolving Restaurant

At Parikrama, relish your meal while glancing across the city skyline from the 24th floor. Covering a revolution in about 90 minutes gives a view of famous monuments such as the Jama Masjid and Red Fort as well as Rashtrapati Bhawan.

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The restaurant serves North Asian, Asian as well as Continental cuisines. 

  • Company Website: Parikrama Website  
  • Address: Antriksh Bhavan, 22, KG Marg, Barakhamba, New Delhi, Delhi 110001, India
  • Timings: 12:30 p.m. to 11 p.m
  • Cost for Two:  INR 3000(Approx)
  • Contact no: +91 11 2372 1616

Comment down your favourite restaurant among them. Also, add the names of some other restaurants in the comment section which are best as per your reasoning.