Delhi Restaurants

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  • 1. Chor Bizarre

    $ | Old Delhi

    Delhi's best-known Kashmiri restaurant is also one of its most beautiful, an art deco enclave with a tile floor, a spiral staircase leading nowhere, and antique furniture and mirrors from various chor ("thieves'") bazaars. Kashmiri food, which is milder than many Indian regional cuisines, is exemplified by mutton yakhni (in a sauce of yogurt, cardamom, and aniseed) and mutton mirchi korma (in cardamom and clove gravy).

    4/15A Asaf Ali Rd., Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110002, India
    11-4366–3600

    Known For

    • Old-world charm
    • Fragrant Kashmiri kahwa tea
    • Pocket-friendly cocktails

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 2. Diva Italian

    $$ | South Delhi

    Count on this award-winning, popular joint for delicious pizza and pasta—most of Delhi does—but if you're looking for something more substantial, mains like pan-seared lamb chops are also excellent, so make sure to ask about the daily specials. With classy interiors and attentive service, the setting is suited to a wine-soaked lunch or cozy dinner for two.

    M--8A M Block Market, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110048, India
    11-4163–7858

    Known For

    • Celebrity chef Ritu Dalmia
    • Extensive wine list
    • Decadent desserts

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations essential
  • 3. Indian Accent

    $$$$ | Central Delhi

    In a luxe setting at one of Asia's 50 best restaurants, award-winning chef Manish Mehrotra seamlessly blends Indian and global flavors and preparation methods, creating innovative offerings such as the pork belly tikka. Choose the chef's tasting menu for six wildly modern dishes created with typically Indian ingredients and paired with complementing wines.

    Lodhi Rd., Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110003, India
    11-6617–5151

    Known For

    • Top-notch service
    • Innovative presentation
    • Tandoori bacon prawns
  • 4. Latitude 28

    $$ | Central Delhi

    One of Delhi's prettiest, hippest cafés, Latitude 28 is the place to go if you want to relax over a thoughtful meal, cold beer, or specialty tea. Celebrity chef Ritu Dalmia has put together a playful mix of comfort food from around the world and quirky takes on regional staples from around India.

    9 Khan Market, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110003, India
    11-2462–1013

    Known For

    • Artsy decor
    • Market views
    • Healthy salads
  • 5. Bukhara

    $$$$ | Central Delhi

    Served amid stone walls, rough-hewn dark-wood beams, copper urns, and blood-red rugs, Bukhara's menu hasn't changed in years, and its loyal clientele wouldn't have it any other way. The cuisine of the Northwest Frontier, now the Pakistan–Afghanistan border, is heavy on meats, marinated and grilled in a tandoor (clay oven).

    Sardar Patel Marg, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110021, India
    11-2611–2233

    Known For

    • Dal bukhara
    • Murgh malai kabab
    • Extensive wine list

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
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  • 6. Coast Cafe

    $$ | South Delhi

    This is one of the few places in Delhi where you can sample the cuisine of India’s west coast, famous for its lush and bold flavors, heavy on coconut-milk curries. Well-lit, spacious, and designed for a laid-back evening, with wicker chairs, winding staircase, arches, balconies, and terrace windows, the leafy outdoor space here is particularly charming on winter afternoons.

    H2 Hauz Khas Village, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110016, India
    11-4160–1717

    Known For

    • Sweet and spicy prawn moilee
    • Vegetables flavored with kokum, a sour fruit native to the west coast
    • Stylish vibe
  • 7. Dastar Khwan-e-Karim

    $ | South Delhi

    168/2 Jha House Basti, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110013, India
    11-4182–7871
  • 8. Fire

    $$ | Central Delhi

    Seasonal ingredients and unexpected flavor combinations update and transform Indian classics, making the Park Hotel's flagship restaurant a real standout. Regional classics with a twist, such as the coconut-milk-based Malabar prawns, are consistently delicious menu mainstays.

    15 Sansad Marg, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110001, India
    11-2374–3000

    Known For

    • Organic and seasonal specials
    • Stylish setting
    • Innovative salads

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted, Reservations essential
  • 9. Gung the Palace

    $$$ | South Delhi

    Set over three floors and a basement, the main gathering place for New Delhi’s large population of Korean expats is luxuriously furnished with a combination of sunken tables and little booths, though there are several stand-alone tables for those uncomfortable or unable to use traditional Korean seating. This remains one of the city's few places to sample a range of Korean grills and noodle soups.

    D 1--B, Green Park, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110016, India
    11-4608–2663

    Known For

    • Korean soju
    • Barbecued pork ribs
    • Buzzing vibe
  • 10. Kainoosh

    $$ | South Delhi

    Low-hanging lamps and delicate latticed screens set the refined mood at this upscale Indian restaurant where the extensive menu excels in its Mughlai offerings. All the lamb options are excellent, as is the okra and anything with lentils (dal).

    Nelson Mandela Marg, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110070, India
    95607–15533-mobile

    Known For

    • Spicy Rajasthani-style lal maas
    • Classic Indian drinks like aam panna
    • Raan (leg of lamb)

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted, Reservations essential
  • 11. Karim's

    $ | Old Delhi

    This is an Old Delhi institution dating to 1913, and here, mutton (which generally means goat in India) is king, especially in thick, rich gravies, accompanied by tandoor breads. The no-frills decor belies its atmospheric charm, highlighted by the large cauldrons of meaty concoctions and smoking kebabs on spits that are on display in an open kitchen.

    Gali Kababian, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110006, India
    11-2326–9880

    Known For

    • Mutton qorma
    • Typical Old Delhi vibe
    • Deft, fuss-free service

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed daylight hrs during Ramadan, No credit cards
  • 12. Khan Chacha

    $ | Central Delhi

    Hot-off-the-grill kebabs are the specialty at this small, self-service eatery tucked into an upper level in Khan Market's busy lanes. Expect melt-in-the-mouth mutton, chicken, and paneer tikka roomali rolls in a no-frills setting.

    50 Khan Market, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 10003, India
    11-4368–0449

    Known For

    • Seekh kebabs
    • Quick service
    • Local hangout

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No credit cards
  • 13. Mamagoto

    $ | Central Delhi

    Japanese for "play with your food," cheery Mamagoto, hidden behind a yellow door in the middle lane of Khan Market, is indeed a fun place for a low-key meal. This is a great spot to have a couple of cocktails and share several Pan-Asian dishes.

    53 Khan Market, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110003, India
    11-4516–6060

    Known For

    • Innovative small plates
    • Kitschy decor
    • Truffle oil dumplings

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 14. Moti Mahal Delux

    $$ | South Delhi

    An easily accessible South Delhi outpost of the iconic Old Delhi Moti Mahal, this old-fashioned family restaurant serves Punjabi and North Indian comfort food in an old-school dining room--style setting. Loyal customers continue to flock here for the tandoori kebabs and prompt service.

    M--30 Greater Kailash I, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110048, India
    11-2924–0480

    Known For

    • Butter chicken
    • Dal makhani
    • Old-world vibe

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues., Credit cards accepted
  • 15. Naivedyam

    $ | South Delhi

    This dark, soothing restaurant, with South Indian decor and gold-embossed paintings designed by artisans from the Tamil Nadu town of Thanjavur, specialzes in Udupi food, a vegetarian cuisine from a town near Mangalore. South Indian staples like uthappams and idlis are served in traditional style, on a banana leaf.

    1 Hauz Khas Village, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110016, India
    11-2696–0426

    Known For

    • Rava masala dosa
    • Spicy rasam pepper soup
    • Mysore pak sweets

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 16. Olive Bar & Kitchen

    $$$$ | South Delhi

    In the shadow of the Qutub Minar, this sprawling Mediterranean restaurant with elegant white-on-white decor is reminiscent of Santorini. Delhi's most fashionable congregate here for a sumptuous Sunday brunch, and it's one of the best spots for French cheese platters, hearty Italian soups, and hand-rolled pastas.

    Kalkadass Marg, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110030, India
    11-2957–4444

    Known For

    • Sangrias and cocktails
    • Stylish vibe
    • Braised lamb chops

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 17. Punjabi by Nature

    $$ | South Delhi

    In a tony shopping mall, with dimly lit interiors, this popular restaurant draws large groups with its innovative twists on hearty Punjabi classics. For a wide sampling, order a range of chicken, mutton, fish, and vegetarian small plates.

    Nelson Mandela Rd., Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110070, India
    80102–56256-mobile

    Known For

    • Innovative Indian-flavored cocktails
    • Golguppa shots
    • Butter chicken

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 18. Sagar Ratna

    $ | South Delhi

    This no-frills vegetarian family joint bustles nonstop, serving up South Indian dishes like crispy dosas (rice-batter crepes) and fluffy idli (rice cakes) with fresh coconut chutney and hot sambar (lentil soup). A long-standing favorite since the '80s, this neighborhood market delivers quick service and attracts a steady stream of locals looking for a pocket-friendly bite.

    18 Defence Colony Market, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110024, India
    11-2433–3110

    Known For

    • Classic masala dosa
    • Filter coffee
    • South Indian thali meal
  • 19. San Gimignano

    $$$ | Central Delhi

    Delhi's most rarefied Italian restaurant is known for its playful, sensuous dishes, relying heavily on black olives, Parmesan cheese, and fresh local produce, and for its excellent service. The small wood-panel rooms are inviting; in winter you can dine on a terra-cotta patio in the fabulous garden.

    Janpath, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110001, India
    11-4111–6608

    Known For

    • Award-winning Italian food
    • Extensive wine list
    • Varied vegetarian options

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted, Reservations essential
  • 20. Swagath

    $$ | South Delhi

    Delhi's original Mangalorean restaurant—specializing in seafood from the western coast between Goa and Kerala—is outstanding for seafood served in prim, softly lit dining rooms with good service. Choose your sauce, then decide between fish, prawns, or crab, and mop up your food with appam or neer dosa, soft South Indian rice breads.

    14 Defence Colony Market, Delhi, National Capital Territory, 110024, India
    11-2433–0930

    Known For

    • Fish in coconut-flavored gassi gravy
    • Spicy Chettinad cuisine
    • Prompt, warm service

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted

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