Delhites, get ready to celebrate Independence Day in style this year. The best thing about our nation is the diverse food culture here. It’s all different yet we all are united as one. So why not make freedom day memorable by feasting on more than 30 regional cuisines of our country? Be it Punjabi, South Indian, Bengali, Gujarati, Kerala, Goan, Assamese, Rajasthani, Andhra and many more food dishes, they all are special in their own way with traditional flavours and styles of cooking. And many authentic & iconic restaurants in Delhi NCR are leaving no stone unturned to make freedom day a 'dine-out' day for foodies revelling in the patriotic fervour in Delhi NCR. This 15th August taste the azaadi with delectable regional bites and be proud.
Nestled in The Claridges, Dhaba is renowned for offering traditional Punjabi cuisine in an 80s-inspired restaurant with a classic Dhaba vibe. This iconic restaurant in Delhi has been serving its guests the best North Indian cuisine for more than 30 years. The decor here radiates the rustic vibes of a Punjabi village, a homely ambience, and comfortable seating with 80’s Hindi live music, which makes it a favourite dining destination, especially among veterans. You will love the burst of authentic Punjabi flavours in their signature dishes, paired with refreshing drinks. A perfect culinary gem to delightfully taste the flavours of India on Independence Day.
Must Eat: Santa Banta, Mauja Hi Mauja, Chatti Di Lassi, Murgh Highway Tikka, Tandoori Pineapple Ki Chaat, Pindy Chholey, Balti Meat, Badam Halwa
Reminisce on the taste of authentic Kolkata delights on this freedom day at this iconic restaurant in Delhi. Offering its patrons, the flavors of the city of joy, Oh! Calcutta is truly a classy culinary gem. The place guarantees you an evening full of surprising and unexplored flavours with every bite that you savour here. They follow the vintage culinary traditions to make each dish perfect and aromatic which reminds you of Kolkata. With a minimalistic and elegant ambience, and the cutleries showcasing Calcutta city, they let the guest dive into the flavorful world of Bengali cuisine.
Must Eat: Calcutta Mustard Paneer Tikka, Steamed Bhetki, Green Pea Cakes, Braised Butterfish In A Tomato Mustard Gravy, Thali
Sanadige is a beautiful blend of traditional dishes with a modern touch. This fine dining and iconic place to eat in Delhi, lets you indulge in the taste and flavors from the coastal belt of India in a stylish and warm atmosphere at Goldfinch Hotel. Their multi-speciality menu boasts of coastal delicacies of Kerala, Goan, Mangalore and South India. With using old recipes and authentic spices, the aromatic dishes taste mind-blowing leaving you speechless. On this independence day, relish the flavours of coastal India only at Sanadige.
Must Eat: River Sole, Ravas, Platter, Dal Be Aab, Lobster Kalimirchi Masala, Irish Smash, Sol Kadi
Savor the authentic flavors from the land of Kashmir in Delhi at this beautiful dining gem “Chor Bizarre”. They serve delicious Kashmir cuisine including ‘wazwan’, a traditional Kashmiri feast. Every space and corner of this iconic restaurant in Delhi captures the essence of India’s eclectic irreverence, blending past and present seamlessly. The wall paintings, table tops and ambience give the space Kashmiri a touch. Drop by this eatery to relish the regional flavors of India, We assure you the food and experience of dining here will be worth coming for.
Andhra Canteen is one of the iconic places to eat in Delhi if you want to experience the rich and authentic flavours that capture the essence of Andhra cuisine. They have veg. and non-veg options along with combos and thalis that too within budget. They are also popular for serving an array of dosa, each one with a distinct personality. It’s a warm and elegant space where your taste buds will dance with joy as the culinary treasures of Andhra will leave no room for error in their dishes.
Must Eat: Special Andhra Biryani, Mysore Masala Dosa, Andhra Pesarattu, Fish Curry, Podi idly, Payyasam, Filter Coffee
Immerse yourself in the flavours of regional northeastern delicacies at this iconic restaurant in Delhi. Nagaland’s Kitchen brings to you an array of dishes from the region, prepared with authentic recipes and fresh ingredients. Experience the cultural delicacies in a warm and relaxing space where you will not only enjoy the food and drinks but will get to know about the northeastern cuisines. Treat yourself to an evening full of mouthwatering food and refreshing cocktails.
Dine like a royal of Rajasthan only at Rajdhani Thali Restaurant. Located in the famous lanes of Connaught Place, this iconic Delhi restaurant lets you savour the traditional flavours from the ‘land of maharajas’. Their authentic Rajasthani thali is worth coming here. They serve around 30 dishes in a thali along with refreshing chach and more. You will be welcome there with thali of aarti and motichoor ladoo. They also serve Gujarati thali. The ambience here is royal and traditional which makes you feel like dining in Rajasthan.
One of the oldest eateries in town, The Embassy Is truly an iconic restaurant in Delhi that was established after a year when India gained independence. They have a colonial-themed ambience with a heavy wooden finish and marble cheered floors that will remind you of the old days. Get ready to indulge in their North Indian, Continental and European cuisine. Though many dishes are classics and are still prepared in an authentic way. It will be a complete nostalgia moment for you when dining at this vintage eatery on Independence Day.
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