Connaught Place is the heart of Delhi and is now undergoing a major renaissance. Since 90's the CP has always been a prime location to go out with friends and high on the list along with Chanakya Cinema and G.K.1 M Block Market. While the rest of Delhi around it transformed and changed into unrecognizable avatars, CP has retained its Lutyens charm and preserved it as it was. Over the years, little has changed here. Palika Bazaar remains as popular.
We have put together a list of the best restaurants in CP so that you do not have to spend another minute thinking about where you should go or what you should eat. The next time you are around, here are some of the places you must not miss.
With unlimited food, vast variety to choose from and something to satisfy your hunger pangs, here is a place where your taste buds will be spoiled for choice. The G.T. Road not only fits the bill perfectly but also takes you on a historical journey. This massive place in Connaught Place serves a one-of-a-kind themed buffet, with an experience that takes you on a journey of flavours from Kabul to Chittagong. You get an unlimited supply of prawns, chicken, mutton, corn on the cob, veggies and more.
What to eat: Kachey Gosht Ki Biryani, Kosha Murgir Mongsho, Kachha Saag, Rasbhari, Dilkhush, Imarti, Paan Kulfi and more
Ardor 2.1 in Connaught Place’s Outer Circle is our new fave when it comes to chilling with the squad because of the great food and the vintage decor that is classy and comfortable. This place serves some amazing fusion foods of North Indian, Chinese and Italian cuisines. Their cocktails are classics and mixed just right to pair them with the amazing food.
What to eat: Butter Chicken Pasta, Kadhai Paneer Pizza
They serve experimental Indian food with never seen before combinations and fun cocktails that will make you want more and more. The place has a youthful vibe and that makes it ideal for planning a surprise birthday or a team outing.
What to eat: Parle G Cheesecake, Smoked Patthar Ke Kebab, Delhi Belly Tikka, Chocolate Dirt Pile, Malaya Prawns, Bheja Fry
Located right in the heart of CP on Kasturba Gandhi Marg. It is spacious and you have the option of indoor and outdoor seating as well. Complete with a huge banyan tree and truck bar, Tamasha offers a mix of Indian, Middle Eastern and classic continental dishes. Their food menu has a good variety of soups, salads and appetizers. They serve some amazing cocktail mixes that go very well with your food.
What to eat: Jack Daniel Dal Makhni, Vodka Chicken Biryani, Tandoor Chicken Salad, Chicken Chettinad, Spinach and Mushroom Dim Sum and Paneer 65 Bao
Detroit is an American garage-themed bar in Connaught Place (inner circle) that's got vintage cars as décor. Detroit offers delicious American and Finger food dishes. The premium menu also offers a wide variety of delectable options. This new trendsetter offers a large selection of cocktails, beers and ales on tap. This place is an ultimate Nightlife destination with an aim to bring the cultural influence of Detroit, U.S.A to the high streets of Delhi.
What to eat: Dynamite Prawn Crackers, Detroit Dogs and Cheetos Pizza
If a terrace bar is what you are looking for, it does not get better than Lord of the Drinks. They have massive space with a bar in a corner and seating on various levels, it is perhaps the best pick for days when the weather is conducive. The menu is contemporary showcasing an interesting mix of Italian, Chinese, Continental and North-Indian. Their bar is certainly the pride of place and you will get any drink of your choice here and the signature drinks LIIT with Kala Khatta, Margarita and berries, Mexican Magic.
What to eat: Loaded fries with sausages in barbeque sauce, Hindi Chinese Fish Fry Steak and Bhot Jolokia Chicken
Delhi’s first street food bar in CP, Local came around to stir things up. It opened its doors to party hoppers with a great mix of party music and Indian snacks for a night scene with the gang. It is done up in all wood and steel to live up to its retro-chic theme. Their menu is a mix of North Indian, Chinese and Continental with an interesting twist.
What to eat: Thela Chowmein, Aloo Tikki Burgers, masala omelette, Rolls, pizzas, parathas, spaghetti and lunch box
With vintage decor, plush leather couches and gentlemen in stylish tuxedos; Teddy Boy is almost like a doorway to the bygone Edwardian era, though their food is all about Indian Tadka.
What to eat: Kasundi Chicken Skewers, Prawn Schezwan and Keema Patties. Vegetarians can munch on the Stuffed Tandoori Paneer and Chocolate Golgappa
Kruthika Dixit Kandpal, is an in-house creative writer for EazyDiner Pvt Ltd. She is a food enthusiast, social worker and blogger. She has contributed to the Safari India Magazine, The Statesman Newspaper, Wedding Vows Magazine, Sanchar Times and several other publications. Nothing is dearer to her than the joy of writing with her passion for food as the connection of food is not just with your tummy, but with your heart. In addition to writing a lot, Kruthika likes to eat and experiment with her cooking and gallivanting. And, if not inside the kitchen or at work, one can find her volunteering for NGO’s, exploring places, partying, travelling and shopping. She dreams of owning a restaurant one day and provide some notable contributions to the world of food.
