About Lakhori - Haveli Dharampura, Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi
How many times have you gazed at the old Indian movies fondly wondering how the other half lived? The beautiful havelis cast in a lovely golden haze of the setting sun and every morning starting with the throaty chuckle of pigeons. We have found just the place for you where time stands by. Experience the grandeur of royal era through this beautiful heritage restaurant set in an old haveli and relive those times by dining in its ancient rooms with the backdrop of Jama Masjid. If you like what you hear then make way for ‘Lakhori’. Couples looking for a romantic stunning backdrop will fall in love with Lakhori. The restaurant is set in a beautiful old Haveli Dharampura, Near Jama Masjid, Chandini Chowk, New Delhi and captures the true ancient spirit of Purani Dilli.
Relive the heritage of Old Delhi through Lakhori’s spectacular food. Their menu is the reflection of their location, Chandini Chowk and captures its essence in its food. On one hand they serve mouth-watering street food, for which Chandini Chowk has become synonymous with and on the other you get spicy rich Mughlai food available on every street around Jama Masjid. Lakhori is like a bridge between two worlds. Have a Panchratana, a delicious house concoction made out of vodka, rum, gin, triple sec, tequila, lime juice and cranberry juice. Nibble alongside on, lehsuni namkeen kebab, murg zard gilafi, chapali kebab, palak patta chat, dahi ki aranchini and karare murg ki kathi. For main course Lakhori serves, matia mahal rarha gosht, paneer cannelloni with lasooni palak, hauz kazi fish masala, mushroom makhana, kathal ki biryani, achari subzion ki fettuccini and purani Delhi ki paneer tokri.
Wipe off the curries with a piece of khurmi naan, dum ki murgh biryani, mirchi parantha, Awadhi subz biryani, lahsooni naan, paneer kulcha and khajoor naan. No trip to Old Delhi is complete without some sinful desi desserts. Polish off, coconut malai, kulfi gali anar, aloo paan ka zarda, dariba phirni and mango kulfi with falooda. With mesmerizing traditional kathak performance Lakhori keeps its diners entertained. Check for their special events before dropping in. Lakhori is expensive but sensational. Best time to visit Lakhori is in the evenings when the entire haveli lights up strikingly. Sit in their terrace area from where you could admire a breath-taking view of Jama Masjid.
Insider Tips
- Enjoy traditional Kathak performances from Friday to Sunday every week
- Old Delhi’s favourite delicacies are served with exquisite flavours with the primary focus on street food with favourites such as 'Papri Chaat', 'Dahi Puri', 'Palak Patta Chaat', 'Dahi Aranchini', and the succulent 'Kababs'
- You can accompany your meal with their unique mocktails such as 'Banarasi Paan', 'Patangbaaz Sangria' and 'Aam Ras'