Breakfast to Dinner: A Delhi Food Guide

Posted by Shaheen Shaikh on May 15th, 2024

A foodie at heart always finds their way to the best food, whether in the neighbourhood or the capital of the nation, Delhi. This city is famous for its culture, historic places, and ultimate food. It offers a mouth-watering array of food that is diverse. If you are planning to experience a food coma of another culture, book your Bengaluru to Delhi flight and be ready for a memorable experience. When you board this trip, remember you are not just taking a journey from one city to another but also transitioning between two distinct culinary cultures.

Breakfast

While you may find South Indian idli-vada to English breakfast at places in Delhi the most real breakfast in Delhi starts with a traditional North Indian fare.

1. A must-visit breakfast spot is 'Aloo Tikki Wala' at Janakpuri. Famous for its Aloo Tikki and Chole Bhature, this place has captivated the taste buds of locals and tourists alike.

Address: Shop No. 2, Block C 3B, Janakpuri, New Delhi

2. Another hit breakfast spot is Jain Chawal Wale. Due to its location and its excellent vegetarian cuisine, you can nearly always find a sizable crowd outside of the restaurant. They serve paneer pakoras, bread, chhole bhature, parathas, and lassi and chaach for breakfast.

Address: Connaught Place, New Delhi

Lunch

Probably the most fulfilling meal of the day, lunch, has to be perfect when you are in a city famous for its food.

1. Next, head to 'Karim's' near Jama Masjid. Established in 1913, Karim's is an iconic eatery renowned for its succulent kebabs and Mughlai dishes. Try their Mutton Korma with a piece of hot Naan for a truly authentic Delhi lunch experience.

Address: Jama Masjid, Gali Kababian, Old Delhi

2. Another restaurant, a tried-and-true favourite for incredible North Indian cuisine is Rajinder Da Dhaba. There are multiple locations across Delhi, so you don't have to travel far from your neighbourhood to find one. The food is consistently excellent. It is even ideal for a supper. You can't miss their veg malai tikka and galauti kebab.

Address: Safdarjung, New Delhi

Snacks

No day can be complete without snacks. And while you are going around Delhi, you have to make space for the ‘best foods’ of Delhi. So here are some places you must try.

1. For an afternoon snack, 'Prince’s Paan & Chaat Corner' in Greater Kailash is the place to go. Offering an array of Chaat items, this place is particularly famous for its Gol Gappas and Aloo Tikki.

Address: M-29, Greater Kailash (GK) 1, New Delhi

2. As the sun sets, take your gastronomic journey to the lanes of Old Delhi, specifically to 'Paranthe Wali Gali'. This narrow street is lined with shops selling parantha, a popular Indian flatbread. Taste the variety of paranthas stuffed with everything from potatoes to cottage cheese, from mint to mixed vegetables.

Address: Gali Paranthe Wali, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi

Dinner and Dessert

The day should end with a perfect meal and sweet dishes only. For that this is where you should head to -

1. For dinner, 'Bukhara' at ITC Maurya is the ultimate destination for food lovers. This award-winning restaurant is famous for its Dal Bukhara and Sikandari Raan, which are worth trying after a day of traditional street food.

Address: Diplomatic Enclave, Sardar Patel Marg, New Delhi

2. Lastly, for dessert, go to 'Giani's di Hatti' in Chandni Chowk. The Faluda Kulfi here is a sweet delight you wouldn't want to miss. A good end to a meal is only completed with dessert, so this is something you can’t miss.

Address: 651/52, Church Mission Road, Fatehpuri, Khari Baoli, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi

When you return from Delhi, you will be surely satisfied and savouring the taste. Book your Delhi to Bengaluru flights in advance. On your return, you'll be carrying not just souvenirs but also the flavours and memories of Delhi's culinary delights.

Every corner of Delhi has a food story to tell. Whether you are a food adventurer or a culinary connoisseur, Delhi's food scene will captivate your heart and satiate your palate. So, on your next trip to Delhi, come prepared to eat, explore, and enjoy the sumptuous food journey that awaits you. Bon Appétit!