A True Foodie’s Top Bucket List Of The Best Bowl Meals In Delhi NCR

Ordering from menus these days can get a bit stressful with a barrage of new-age items and old-school staples to choose from… Having too many choices can be a thing of panic now and then so skip the confusion of going through endless lists of different dishes and make the wholesome choice of delving into a Bowl of comfort.

Big on flavour, no need to share (or do, either is fine), just the right portion size, and is more often than not the most cost-effective way to enjoy a meal! Let’s give regular plates and portions a miss and try some of the best bowl meals in Delhi NCR.

Mamagoto, Multiple Locations

Known for their super hearty portions and oh-so Asian flavours, Mamagoto has got you covered with their bowl meal menu. Exploring Asian cuisine, the bowls encompass flavours from Schezuan, Cantonese and other provinces of China and other Asian influences like Indonesian and Malaysian. The bowl meal however that steals the show on their menu is the ‘Street Vendor's Penang Curry Bowl’, a thick and creamy coconutty yet tangy served with sticky rice.

Other recommendations: Thai White Curry Noodle bowl, Mama's Spicy Ramen Bowl, Old School Chicken Gyoza and Java Grilled Fish in Red Hot Sambal Salsa

Cost for two: ₹ 1500

Curry House CoCo Ichibanya, DLF Cyber City, Gurgaon

This internationally renowned Japanese curry house CoCo Ichibanya offers possibly the largest variety of curry and rice choices and combos. You can choose the level of spice and curry sauces along with addon toppings like Corn, boiled Egg, Cheese, Kimchee, Bacon, Spinach, Tomato, Shrimp, Tofu etc. The ‘Chicken Keema & Shrimp Cutlet’ is a much-recommended sightly Indianized yet delicious preparation.

Other recommendations: Fried Fish Curry Udon, Fried Chicken Omelette Curry and Chicken Cutlet

Cost for two: ₹ 1000

Yeti - The Himalayan Kitchen, Cross Point Mall, Gurgaon

Known best for serving stellar Tibetan, Chinese, and Nepalese cuisine, Yeti is the one-stop shop to appease Thupka and Momo cravings (Many an unblocked nose in winter!). The Nepalese thalis here too have created quite the buzz in Delhi NCR and the Momo’s and Shabhaley come stuffed to perfection. However, a loaded bowl of Thukpa is what usually brings patrons back on the regular, a deliciously simple ‘no-nonsense’ meal, and comfort to all.

Other recommendations: Wai Wai Sadeko, Shapta, Chiken Kothe Momos and Chilli Pork

Cost for two: ₹ 1200

The Kylin Experience, Worldmark 2

There are a plenty of options at Kylin when it comes to bowl meals here, with over 25 options on their menu for the same. The wide variety is further extended into a wellness segment with gluten-free and vegan options. Their signature Hot Stone Bowls are your best bet whilst customising a hearty meal for yourself. With options of your sauce, meat and noodle/Rice to choose from.

Other recommendations: Roasted Garlic Vegetables With Flat Noodles, Pad Thai Chicken, Krabi Bowl and Khow Suey

Cost for two: ₹ 1000

Greenr Café, 32nd Milestone, Gurgaon

Places serving toothsome vegan and vegetarian food seem few and far between, this is where Greenr swoops in to the rescue with an extensive entirely vegan/ veg menu and a completely zero waste café. They serve different types of burgers, salads, thin-crust pizzas, pastas and wraps, however the Earth Bowls are not to be missed, The ‘Austin Smoked Jackfruit Bowl’ is a sure shot winner when it comes to bold tex-mex flavours of Grilled Jackfruit, Mexican Cheese Sauce, Kale, Black Beans, Red Pepper, Charred Pineapple, Sunflower Seeds, Roasted Veggies, Coriander Leaves, Barnyard Millet, Pineapple Barbecue Sauce.

Other recommendations: Beirut Falafel Burger, Mocha Mucho, Acai Berry Bowl and Tuscan Shroom Ball Pizza

Cost for two: ₹ 1200

Fig at Museo, DLF Phase 4, Gurgaon

Situated inside a spectacular camera museum, this well-lit cafe gives you a sense of being outdoors, the cafe has Scandanavian design aesthetics, plum coloured upholstery, cemented textures and clean lines. They boast an amazing selection of coffees, desserts, baked goods, brekkie favourites like pancakes and eggs and then some. They also serve Asian/ smoothie bowls, Mezze and Italian comfort food. The Non Veg Burrito In A Bowl is an amazing option when it comes to nutrition and comfort with generous amounts of Chicken, Brown Basmati, Refried Beans, Corn, Pico de Gallo, Homemade Sour Cream, Guacamole.

Other recommendations: Pulled Lamb Burger, BLT Burger, Whole Wheat Cloud Pancakes with Honey Mascarpone and Butter Garlic Prawns

Cost for two: ₹ 1500

Nineteen 78, Select Citywalk Mall, Saket

This swanky 48-seater multi-cuisine restaurant serves up a plethora of European, Asian, Vietnamese and Sri Lankan preparations. The chefs here are not afraid to add a fusional flair to classic dishes and items like the Thai hot dog have a homemade sausage and bread. The attached bar is a great place to grab a drink with or before your meal. The Spicy ‘Sri Lankan Pumpkin Curry Served With Rice’ is a bowl of warm comfort and happiness that is not be missed.

Other recommendations: Caramelised dry Vietnamese chicken, sliced lamb in hoisin sauce and Sri Lankan dhal raspberry pie with vanilla ice cream chocolate devil cake

Cost for two: ₹ 1500

Getafix, Cross Point Mall, Gurgaon

Getafix is all about guilt free indulgence! With plenty of whole wheat and vegan options on their menu to chose from, treat yourself to filling bowl meals, pasta, cold-pressed juices, and all-day breakfast items without worrying about the calorie count. The ‘Thai Zingy Chicken’ is a flavour packed nutritious and gluten free bowl of goodness, one should definitely try.

Other recommendations: Vegan Coconut Cake with Coconut Cream, Thai Green Curry Meal Fish, Chicken Peri Peri Pizza and Chicken Lasagna

Cost for two: ₹ 1200