Even though pancakes and waffles are a perfect breakfast option, you can have them at any time of the day to satisfy your craving. Having a plateful of these delights not only gives a kick start to your day but also elevates your mood throughout the day. While maple and butter are the classic bets for pancakes and waffles, there are so many new flavours out there that will make you drool. We have jotted down a list of cafes serving some of the best pancakes and waffles in Delhi NCR.
International House of Pancakes, IHOP is an American breakfast chain specializing in pancakes, waffles & more! Experience a true American-style all-day breakfast at this phenomenal eatery! While there is a huge variety of pancakes on the menu, we recommend the New York Cheesecake Pancake topped with flavorful, glazed strawberries. All the pancakes are made with buttermilk, making them some of the fluffiest pancakes in the city. Also, all the pancakes & waffles are eggless. Not only dessert but IHOP also serves some amazing savory delights.
Must-haves: Egg Benedict, French Toast, Crepes and Milkshakes
When in Hauz Khas Village, Elma’s is the go-to for a sumptuous stack of American-style pancakes. With a choice of a lot of fillings to choose from, our personal favorite is one with Mixed Berries Compote. This quaint designer bakery is the place to be if you want to get together with someone or even want to lose yourself in your current paperback. Elma’s will provide you with the right backdrop for any kind of occasion. This lovely Hauz Khas Village entrant has fascinated diners since its opening with gorgeous interiors and a delicate Victorian vibe. There is so much to explore that one trip won’t be enough to Elma’s Bakery. A moss-green stairway leads to this charming bakery. It then opens into an airy well-decorated room, which branches into several nooks and corners. Cozy twosome seats are placed all over the place, even next to the stairway, for you to relax in.
Must Haves: Waffles, Cheese Crepe, Cakes, Coffee, Zucchini Fritters, Pot Pie, Moroccan Chicken and Apple Pie
Giving an aesthetic vibe with brick-themed walls, hanging lamps, comfy sofas, indoor plants, chic bookshelves and the smell of fresh coffee wafting through, Di Ghent Café is the go-to place for amazing breakfasts and lunch. They serve an extensive menu but what steals the show are their waffles. Serving one of the best waffles in town, Schone — crispy Bacon, fried Eggs, Maple syrup, and roasted Potato cubes —all laid down in the perfect symmetry on warm waffles, and drizzled with house-made brown sauce is worth trying. We bet you’ll keep craving for more!
Must Haves: Lamb Lasagna, Egg Benedict, Smoked Salmon, Ravioli, French Toast, Panini and Coffee
Harajuku refers to the area in Tokyo around Harajuku Station, which is between Shinjuku and Shibuya on the Yamanote Line. Harajuku Tokyo Cafe takes you to the streets of Harajuku – where every bite bursts with unique flavours, colours, and culture. Every treat on their menu – from savories and bread to pancakes and Japanese cheesecakes; from bento bowls & ramen to authentic boba tea – have been handcrafted by renowned Japanese chefs. We recommend you to try out the Tiramisu Jiggly Japanese Pancakes which are fluffy Japanese souffle pancakes like cotton clouds topped with Tiramisu sauce and served with soft-serve ice cream.
Must Haves: Katsu Curry, Bao, Sushi, Ramen, Boba Tea and Cheesecake
For over a decade now, Smoke House Deli has been serving up beautifully crafted food and experiences as the country’s favorite European café. With a menu that offers a variety of tiny buttermilk pancakes and waffles to its customers, each coming with its own unique flavors and fillings. They truly serve some of the best pancakes in town. The pancakes are served in three different flavours but the Trio of Chocolate Chip Ol’ School Pancake is the most recommended one to try.
Must Haves: Ravioli, Steak, Roasted Tomato & Smoked Baby Burrata Caprese and Smoked Lamb Shanks
Rose Cafe is as charming as it gets. This small eatery is divided into indoor and alfresco dining, both equally inviting. While the indoor arena makes you feel like you’re in a bakery (with floral walls, furniture colored in pastel hues of pink & blue and excessive use of white in the decor), the alfresco has charming patches of greenery around its periphery. This serene and cozy spot is perfect to relax after spending those hectic hours at work. Choose from a variety of cuisines served here along with some quirky and worth-trying cold beverages. They offer some mouth-watering fluffy waffles. Not all waffles need to be sweet, they serve one of the best savory waffles. Croque Madame Waffle with creamy Bechamel, Ham, Cheese and fried Eggs. Pair those waffles with hot coffee for a complete breakfast experience.
Must Haves: Rose Café Melts, Skinny Pizza, Tangy Lemon Cake, Salted Caramel & Chocolate Tart and Croque Monsieur
This Himalayan concept café was launched in 2013 providing an experience of a mountain city in the heart of Delhi. With its attractive interiors and the ever-prevailing smell of coffee, this cafe is packed on weekends. Their staff are friendly and provide top-notch service for their customers. Ama Café makes all their food fresh daily in their kitchens “from scratch” using the best ingredients & produce. Other than their food the cozy and comfortable seating with a mountain feel is what attracts the youth here. Spread over three floors with wooden-and-stone interiors, Ama has a vibrant vibe. This café does some amazing breakfast dishes that too at very affordable prices. Serving some of the fluffiest pancakes in the city, our favorite is the Fresh Fruit Pancake, which is the one with fresh fruits, whipped cream and maple syrup.
Must Haves: Himalayan Breakfast, Avocado Toast, Dharamkot’s Cheesy Mushroom & Zucchini Sandwich, The Fungi Pizza and Carrot Cinnamon Cake
